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Yahoo
27-05-2025
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Former North Boone pitcher Chandler Alderman dazzles in the Rockford Rivets season opener
LOVES PARK, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Former North Boone pitching standout Chandler Alderman will be pitching for the Rockford Rivets in the Northwoods League for a bit this summer. He had a sensational debut for them Monday evening in the Rivets season went six innings against the Traverse City Pit Spitters. He allowed only one run on only two hits. He also struck out eight batters. The Rivets won the game Rivets also got great pitching from three relievers. Luke Guest, Reece Tarini and Collin Mowry each pitched one scoreless inning. Mowry struck out the side in the top of the ninth to end for Alderman, he just finished up his sophomore season at Middle Tennessee State University where he was the ace of the Blue Raiders pitching staff. He led the team in starts with 14, and he led the team in innings pitched (68.2) and in strikeouts (48). In mid-March he was named the Conference USA Pitcher of the highlights of Alderman's great debut with the Rivets, watch the media player above. You'll also see my interview with him prior to the game. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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How Louisville Draft Pick Quincy Riley Fills A Saints Need
With their second of two fourth-round picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints selected Louisville Cardinals cornerback Quincy Riley. Many expected the Saints to address corner earlier in the draft. It was considered a deep draft class at the position, with a few possible projected starters even slipping into the third round. Advertisement New Orleans used five picks at other positions through the first four rounds before choosing a cornerback. When they finally selected one, they got a player whose traits match several at the position drafted before him. CB - Quincy Riley, Louisville Louisville Cardinals cornerback Quincy Riley (3) returns an interception for a touchdown against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images A football, basketball, and track star at A.C. Flora High School in South Carolina, Riley committed to Middle Tennessee State. He played little as a true freshman in 2019 but intercepted 2 passes the following year for the Blue Raiders. In 2021, Riley led Middle Tennessee State with 5 interceptions, returning one for a touchdown, and broke up 9 passes. He also added 4.5 sacks and 1.5 sacks on his way to 1st Team All-Conference USA honors. After the 2021-22 season, he'd transfer to Louisville. Advertisement Riley intercepted a team-high 3 passes for the Cardinals in 2022, leading the ACC with 101 return yards. In 2023, he'd again have 3 interceptions and led his team with 12 passes broken up. Last season, Riley tied for the team lead with 2 interceptions and led the ACC with 13 pass breakups on his way to 2nd Team All-ACC honors. Louisville Cardinals defensive back Quincy Riley (3) breaks up a pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images A lean corner, Riley may have troubles against bigger NFL receivers. He's not especially physical in man coverage, often leading to a receiver getting clean breaks in their routes. He has also never been much of a factor in run support. A bit inexperienced in man coverage, Riley may take early lumps against receivers with good route precision. His aggressiveness can also lead to blown coverages against double moves and play fakes. Advertisement A former sprinter in high school and at Middle Tennessee State, Riley has the burst, stride, and speed to keep with almost any receiver. This is especially evident in his recovery speed or explosion to the throw in off-ball coverage. Riley's 15 interceptions over the last five seasons and 25 passes broken up the last two years shows a player with elite ball skills. He has remarkable anticipation, the quickness to get to the ball in a flash, and the savvy to bait quarterbacks. Louisville Cardinals defensive back Quincy Riley (3) breaks up a pass against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Riley shows good route recognition. His reach, leaping ability, and competitiveness allows him to make a lot of plays on contested throws. While he won't win a lot of physical battles, his terrific body control and ball skills enables him to win his share of one-on-one battles. Advertisement The New Orleans Saints traded CB Marshon Lattimore before the end of last season, then lost CB Paulson Adebo in free agency. Talented Kool-Aid McKinstry is solidified as one starter. However, Alontae Taylor is much more disruptive being moved around the formation than as a starting outside cornerback. Quincy Riley should complete with Taylor and Isaac Yiadom for outside corner reps. His speed and ball skills also gives him some versatility for slot coverage. He also brings athleticism and return skills to the special teams units, always a focal point in New Orleans. New defensive coordinator Brandon Staley is expected to use more off-ball coverage and zone concepts in his secondary. This may play to Quincy Riley's best attributes, possibly leading to him being a mid-round draft steal. Related: Final 2025 NFL Draft First Round Predictions For the Saints Related: Final New Orleans Saints 7-Round NFL Mock Draft Related: Best Remaining Prospects For Day 3 Of the 2025 NFL Draft
Yahoo
23-04-2025
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Clemson makes a huge splash in the transfer portal landing guard Jestin Porter
According to multiple reports, Brad Brownell and the Clemson Tigers have secured a key addition to their backcourt with the commitment of former Middle Tennessee State guard Jestin Porter. Porter, a 6-foot-1 scoring threat, chose Clemson over several other programs, including Arizona State and Ole Miss. Considered one of the top mid-major guards available in the portal, Porter is coming off a strong junior season in which he averaged 15 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 steals per game. He shot 41% from the field and connected on 36.4% of his three-point attempts. Advertisement Porter will arrive at Clemson as a rising senior with one year of eligibility remaining. He is expected to bring immediate offensive production and veteran presence to a Tiger backcourt that now includes returning guard Dillon Hunter and fellow transfer Efrem 'Butta' Johnson. This marks the sixth addition for Clemson out of the portal this offseason, and the second guard. Brownell has also added size to the roster with big men Nick Davidson, Carter Welling, RJ Godfrey, and Jake Wahlin. With Porter in the mix, Clemson continues to round out a roster that blends experience and scoring ability—something that could be crucial as the Tigers look to build on last season's NCAA Tournament run. Advertisement Contact us @Clemson_Wire on X, and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Clemson Tigers news and notes, plus opinions. This article originally appeared on Clemson Wire: Clemson basketball makes another big move in the transfer portal
USA Today
22-04-2025
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- USA Today
Clemson makes a huge splash in the transfer portal landing guard Jestin Porter
Clemson makes a huge splash in the transfer portal landing guard Jestin Porter According to multiple reports, Brad Brownell and the Clemson Tigers have secured a key addition to their backcourt with the commitment of former Middle Tennessee State guard Jestin Porter. Porter, a 6-foot-1 scoring threat, chose Clemson over several other programs, including Arizona State and Ole Miss. Considered one of the top mid-major guards available in the portal, Porter is coming off a strong junior season in which he averaged 15 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 steals per game. He shot 41% from the field and connected on 36.4% of his three-point attempts. Porter will arrive at Clemson as a rising senior with one year of eligibility remaining. He is expected to bring immediate offensive production and veteran presence to a Tiger backcourt that now includes returning guard Dillon Hunter and fellow transfer Efrem 'Butta' Johnson. This marks the sixth addition for Clemson out of the portal this offseason, and the second guard. Brownell has also added size to the roster with big men Nick Davidson, Carter Welling, RJ Godfrey, and Jake Wahlin. With Porter in the mix, Clemson continues to round out a roster that blends experience and scoring ability—something that could be crucial as the Tigers look to build on last season's NCAA Tournament run. Contact us @Clemson_Wire on X, and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Clemson Tigers news and notes, plus opinions.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
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MTSU AD Chris Massaro appointed to College Football Playoff selection committee
Since serving on an advisory board when the College Football Playoff was being formed, Middle Tennessee State athletic director Chris Massaro knew he would want to be on the CFP selection committee one day. Massaro's wish came true Tuesday, as has was appointed to the College Football Playoff selection committee and will serve on the 13-person panel for the next three football seasons. "I've made it known that I really had a desire to be on that," Massaro told The Daily News Journal. "(Conference USA commissioner Judy MacLeod) was aware of it. (Being part of the advisory committee) really whetted my appetite, introduced me to some of the people working day to day with the CFP. "It's quite an honor. I think (the College Football Playoff) is one of the greatest sporting events in America. To play a role in that is a big honor for me. I hope it brings positive light to MTSU as well." Baylor Athletics Director Mack Rhoades will serve as selection committee chair for the 2025 season. "I look forward to contributing to the important work of evaluating the best teams in the nation and working with some extremely talented individuals," Massaro said. "College football continues to grow and evolve, and I'm excited to be a small part of the process that helps shape its future." Massaro said the new appointment will be a "heavy time commitment," but one that is worth it. "I appreciate MTSU allowing me to do that," Massaro said. "Once they start doing rankings in October, there will be a lot of in-person meetings, every Sunday for about 6-8 weeks. I'll be flying to Dallas for in-person meetings. It's going to be heavy in the fall, particularly late in the year from November until the selection in December." Massaro is a huge college football fan and watches as many games as possible. That will increase as well. "I'll be watching a ton of games, but I do that anyhow," he said. "I'm such a fan. I watch college football any chance I get. That will come naturally to me. I'll pay attention with a little more of an evaluation eye than just a college football fan." Massaro will join his CFP colleagues at an orientation in Chicago in May to learn more about the obligations. Four other new members joins Massaro in being appointed to the CFP Selection Committee. Mark Dantonio, former head coach at Cincinnati and Michigan State; Damon Evans, athletics director at Maryland; Ivan Maisel, former sportswriter for The Atlanta Constitution, Sports Illustrated, the Dallas Morning News, Newsday, ESPN and On3; and Wesley Walls, former All-America tight end from Ole Miss, were also appointed to serve on the committee beginning in the 2025 season. The new members will replace Chet Gladchek, Jim Grobe, Ward Manuel, Will Shields and Kelly Whiteside, whose terms have expired. The CFP selection committee is responsible for ranking the 25 teams in the playoff and assigning the top 12 participants to the playoff bracket, leading up to its final selections. The other returning selection committee members are Chris Ault (head coach and athletic director at Nevada), Randall McDaniel (former All-American offensive lineman, Arizona State), Mike Riley (former head coach, Oregon State and Nebraska), David Sayler (athletic director, Miami, Ohio), Carla Williams (athletic director, Virginia; and Hunter Yurachek (athletics director, Arkansas). Massaro, the fifth-longest tenured athletic director in the FBS, has spent the past 20 years leading MTSU athletics. Under his leadership, the Blue Raiders have brought home 87 conference championships (including 45 in the Sun Belt and 42 in Conference USA) and three individual national championships. The 42 CUSA titles are the most by any school since the Blue Raiders entered the league in 2013. BASKETBALL: How Courtney Blakely's second opportunity for MTSU women's basketball is making an impact Massaro was appointed to the NCAA Football Issues Committee in March 2008, served as a member of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Committee for the 2010-11 season, and was appointed to the NCAA Division I Leadership Council. Cecil Joyce covers high school sports and MTSU athletics for The Daily News Journal. Contact him at cjoyce@ and follow him on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, @Cecil_Joyce. This article originally appeared on Murfreesboro Daily News Journal: College Football Playoff: MTSU's Chris Massaro on selection committee
