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High School News

The Mater Dei Monarchs logo

California high school signs eight-figure multimedia rights deal

Mater Dei High School in California has reached a deal with Playfly Sports.

By Drew Lerner OnMar 21, 2025 0
Shane Sparks calling an Iowa-Iowa State wrestling clash in December 2022.

Shane Sparks talks ‘Unstoppable’ appearance, FloWrestling Night In America

"I'm glad I'm in now because I think it's going to explode."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 26, 2025 0
Lyons Township HS players celebrate after a buzzer-beater against Hinsdale Central.

‘OH MY GOD! OH MY GOODNESS!’ Announcer went crazy for half-court buzzer-beater to end wild HS losing streak

After each team missed a shot in the last 25 seconds, Lyons Township's Owen Carroll got one more chance from long range, and drained it.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 24, 2025 0
High school sportswriter and Chiefs' fan Dennis Andrew Sharkey.

Sportswriter mourned after death in possible road rage shooting

Dennis Andrew Sharkey, a local sportswriter in Missouri, was fatally shot Friday.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 16, 2025 0
High school football

Last-second announcer jinx dooms high school QB to 1st interception of season

"It might go down as the biggest announcer jinx of all time..."

By Sean Keeley OnDec 15, 2024 0
Kiyan Anthony, Carmelo Anthony's son, MaxPreps' No. 32 2025 recruit, and EYBL Scholastic participant, warms up at the Peach Jam in North Augusta, SC on July 18, 2024.

NBA app to stream all EYBL Scholastic Showcase games and some Chosen-1 Invitational games for free

The NBA app will stream all five EYBL games this weekend, plus two Chosen-1 Invitational games.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 11, 2024 0
Nixa's Adam McKnight dives into the end zone for a touchdown as the Eagles took on the De Smet Spartans in the Class 6 State Championship game at Faurot Field in Columbia, Mo. on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024.

Analyst pulled during championship football broadcast for bias

"I want you to hear my personal apology about some of the things that were communicated in the first half."

By Brandon Contes OnDec 9, 2024 0
Yet another "Friday Night Lights" reboot is currently under development at Universal Television, reports Puck News.

‘Friday Night Lights’ reboot reportedly in the works

High school football in small-town Texas is coming back to TV screens in a big way.

By Sam Neumann OnNov 15, 2024 0
A nice moment was seen on Friday during a football game between rival high schools in Ohio, honoring one of the student-athletes. Photo Credit: The CW Columbus

‘Friday Night Rivals’ captures beautiful moment in HS football game between crosstown opponents

"Marty, that's one of the beauties of sports in general. But high school sports in particular."

By Michael Dixon OnOct 4, 2024 0
Dec 30, 2023; Pasadena, CA, USA; ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit reacts during Rose Bowl media day at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit to be honored by hometown

Ohio's native son will be honored ahead of his son's high school football game against his alma mater.

By Sam Neumann OnAug 29, 2024 0
A high school football public address announcer in California was caught on a livestream making offensive comments about a player.

California high school announcer caught on hot mic calling player ‘a dumba**’

"I don't know why I'm calling a 16-year-old a dumba**. Redundant. ... more a**hat."

By Sam Neumann OnAug 26, 2024 0
Ed Daniels at WGNO.

Tributes pour in for famed New Orleans TV sports director Ed Daniels

"A true titan in local sports journalism."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 16, 2024 0
Credit: NFHS/810 Varsity

High School

Oklahoma high school announcer caught on hot mic making unprofessional comments towards players, parents

Sam Simmermaker and wife Fran at WCSI radio station in Columbus, Ind.

Longtime local Indiana broadcaster Sam Simmermaker calls it a career

Simmermaker always put the spotlight on young athletes rather than himself.

By Sam Neumann OnMay 25, 2024 0
Hunter Anderson of Enumclaw, Washington gives an interview.

This Washington high school baseball interview is the most fun you will have today

In Enumclaw, Washington the high school baseball team celebrated a major tournament win by doing some fantastic videobombs.

By Awful Announcing Staff OnMay 19, 2024 1
Rush Propst Alabama

Wild scenes erupt after ‘Two A Days’ coach Rush Propst voted back onto HS FB team

Rush Propst, the famed high school football coach at the center of the former hit show 'Two A Days,' was voted back onto his new HS FB team.

By Chris Novak OnApr 24, 2024 0
Bill Simmons.

Bill Simmons doubles down on criticism of high school basketball rankings

"Maybe this will get him on a top-25 list."

By Michael Dixon OnMar 6, 2024 0
matt hasselbeck-monday night football

Former ESPN analyst Matt Hasselbeck takes high school coaching job under his brother

"There is no one I'm closer to than with my brother. He wants to be a part of it."

By Reice Shipley OnMar 4, 2024 0
Bill Simmons in disbelief

Bill Simmons slams ‘stupid and political’ recruiting rankings

"He’s one of the best LA high school players since I’ve lived here."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 4, 2024 0

Gary Thorne calls grandson’s high school hockey goal

Thorne called NHL games with ESPN for many years.

By Robert O'Neill OnFeb 19, 2024 0

High school announcer wrongly accused of racism awarded $25 million

An Oklahoma announcer falsely accused of racism wins $25 million from the newspaper that initially misidentified him.

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 7, 2024 0
Matt Barnes

Matt Barnes allegedly berated student announcer during son’s high school basketball game

"We made eye contact and that was enough for him to come up to me and grip my shoulder with his hand."

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 5, 2024 2
Tim Hasselbeck

Tim Hasselbeck takes high school head coaching job, will continue working for ESPN

Hasselbeck has worked for ESPN since 2008.

By Sean Keeley OnDec 18, 2023 0
Hot mic catches racist comment

Hot mic catches racist comment directed at high school football players

"The individual was an employee of Hawley ISD but is no longer employed with the district."

By Brandon Contes OnNov 14, 2023 4

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