Former Providence Journal sports reporter Mike Szostak writes news and analysis about sports in the region.
Why do high-school sports in Rhode Island exist? Participation is key, says league head
While crafting winning programs is important, opportunity is the main reason school sports exist, according to Mike Lunney, executive director of the Rhode Island Interscholastic League.
After a record-setting year, great expectations for URI football in 2025
Rams kick off the new season at home Friday night.
Scott Sloan of Barrington is a Division III national champion
The former Wheeler javelin star was struggling at the NCAA Division III meet. Then he made an adjustment that produced a gold medal.
Two Narragansett Boat Club crews win youth national championships
NBC sent a record 27 rowers to nationals in Sarasota
It’s a new pay-for-play era in college sports. Here’s how R.I. colleges are adapting
Terms of the House settlement have dramatically changed Division I athletics. PC, URI, Bryant, and Brown are adjusting.
Rhode Island high school grads shine in sports, leadership and legacy in Class of 2025
From championship tennis dynasties in Barrington and La Salle to Moses Brown’s standout field hockey captain, these inspiring graduation stories highlight the passion and promise of Rhode Island’s newest alumni.
From one Rhody track star to two others: Trust the process
Former Moses Brown track phenom Sophia Gorriaran, a star at Harvard now, offers a few tips to West Warwick phenoms Xenia and Lisa Raye.
Former Mount Pleasant athlete completes homecoming journey by coaching Brown softball to Ivy League title, NCAA Tournament
Brown women are not the only spring champions in Rhode Island.
Farewell to Jay Fluck, a giant for Brown Rugby
For 57 years as a player, coach and administrator, he made an enormous impact on Brown and college rugby.
Longtime Providence sports scribe Kevin McNamara gets called to the Basketball Writers Association Hall of Fame
Former Providence Journal sports writer will be honored during the NCAA Final Four.
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