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Updated: May 12, 2026 , 09:18 AM ET • 4 min read Chris Gotterup (+6000) headlines our PGA Championship long-shot predictions on a course ripe for the picking of unexpected winners. Photo By – Reuters Connect. Si Woo Kim watches his approach shot. The season’s second major is here, and we’re dreaming big. My PGA Championship long-shot predictions are eyeing a trio of would-be first-time winners in Chris Gotterup (+6000), Min Woo Lee (+6000), or Si Woo Kim (+6600), who are perfect fits for this particular course. Jake Knapp, one of my initial long-shot picks this week, withdrew from the tournament…

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup only 30 days away, Sofi Stadium is undergoing a major transformation to get ready for the players and fans in Los Angeles. Sand has already been laid and leveled out, measured by a 3D scan, to prepare for the grass that will go on top.On Wednesday, crews will begin to lay out the grass that is being driven in and cooled in trucks to keep it protected. An entire system was created beneath the ground to protect the NFL field as well as for irrigation and ventilation for the soccer pitch.  Fans will be able to…

Also, the southeastern and western parts of Mass., and Martha’s Vineyard, which were also considered back to normal last month, are now experiencing “mild” drought, according to officials. Nantucket continues to experience the most significant deficits, with totals near 50 percent of normal. Rainfall was well below normal in April, ranging from 1.5 inches to 3 inches statewide, versus the 4.12 inches of precipitation that Mass. usually sees, according to NOAA data, which makes April 2026 the driest April across the state since 2010. Over the past three to six months, most of the state has received 60 to 90…

One of the top assistant coaches in men’s college basketball will now get the chance to lead a program of his own.Connecticut assistant Luke Murray has been hired as the new head coach at Boston College, the university announced on Thursday, March 26.Murray is the son of actor Bill Murray, who has regularly been spotted sitting behind the bench at games for much of his son’s coaching career.REQUIRED READING: March Madness Sweet 16 games ranked as men’s NCAA Tournament nears Final FourThe 40-year-old Murray is in his fifth season with the Huskies, a run that included national championships in 2023…

NEW BOSTON – Make it three straight for the Chiefs.New Boston Huron wrapped up its third consecutive Huron League championship in girls soccer.Coach Matt Lividini’s squad has been completely dominant during that stretch with a 29-0-1 record with 23 shutouts.A 7-4 victory over Airport on Monday, May 11, gives Huron a 10-0 record with season with 66 goals scored and just 6 allowed.More: Guess, Bedford capture titles at Monroe County Golf ChampionshipsMalaya Singer and Miley Skamiera scored three goals each with Skamiera pushing her school-record total for the season to 38.Avery Turk contributed a goal and three assists and Maggie Mentzer…

The New England Patriots’ social media team pulled a brave move over the weekend amid the constant presence of trolls online. In wishing everyone a Happy Mother’s Day via X, the Patriots gave fans and trolls a platform for memes targeting New England head coach Mike Vrabel and former The Athletic NFL insider Diana Russini. Happy Mother’s Day Pats Nation 💗💐 pic.twitter.com/TxYTIxUA9s— New England Patriots (@Patriots) May 10, 2026 It was a wholesome message from the Patriots, purely meant to celebrate mothers on a very special day.  But the internet simply doesn’t discriminate when it comes to creating a mess,…

Eric Rueb’s mother passed away on Christmas Eve last year. In a brief moment, everything he knew — or thought he knew — about his life changed.

The International Olympic Committee on Thursday lifted all restrictions on Belarusian athletes, clearing the way for their return to international competitions, including at qualifiers for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, it said in a statement.The IOC had recommended that Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials be banned from events since 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Belarus was used as a staging ground for the Russian invasion.”The IOC Executive Board no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams, in competitions governed by International Federations and international sports event organisers,” the Olympic body said.Athletes from Belarus can now freely compete under their own flag…

Local officials greeted the announcement with cautious optimism, saying it’s still below what many municipalities need. The proposal also falls far short of the $351 million increase local officials initially sought from the Legislature to help relieve the pain created by reduced federal aid and high inflation. “We’re pleased to see that move in the right direction,” said Fitchburg Mayor Samantha Squailia. “But it is not enough.”Brookline Town Administrator Chas Carey said “every little bit helps,” but that he wants to see a fuller picture of the Senate’s math, including how much they also plan to budget for local school…

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College Football fans can now start planning their fall Saturdays, as single game tickets and parking, group tickets, and BCXperiences for the 2026 season are now officially on sale.SINGLE GAME TICKETS & PARKING Single-game tickets and parking for the 2026 Boston College football season are now on sale. Fans can purchase tickets by clicking here or by calling 617-552-GoBC (4622). Parking can be purchased by clicking here.  The Eagles’ 2026 home schedule features six games at Alumni Stadium, highlighted by the home opener against Big Ten opponent Rutgers on Friday, September 11 as part…