The Twin Bridges Lightning hockey club won the Metro Winter Classic Hockey Tournament at the Florissant Ice Rink, eliciting pride from the City of Florissant.

Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt is hospitalized due to lung discomfort after practice, casting doubt on his game participation. Details are pending further evaluation.

Horizon City Police Department will host a volleyball tournament to support Special Olympics in El Paso, seeking team registrations via their Facebook page.

West Palm Beach hosts the U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, expecting a record turnout with over 6,000 runners from 25 countries and 45 states, offering scenic views and vying to qualify for the Boston Marathon.

City of Hickory opens volleyball registration with slots for various age groups, free for locals, $40 fee for nonresidents, and additional jersey costs. Birth certificate required for newcomers.

Rice University is grieving the death of Claire Tracy, a 19-year-old sophomore and former Rice women's soccer player. The school and athletic program have issued statements while counseling resources are being offered.

Pete Alonso signs a $155 million, five-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles, moving from the New York Mets to bring his power hitting to Camden Yards.

The Akron RubberDucks and Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp were acquired by Prospector Baseball Group, led by John Abbamondi and Ben Boyer, with MLB's approval, the sale terms are private.

Lamar Wilkerson scored a career-high 44 points for Indiana men's basketball in a 113-72 win over Penn State, setting a venue record with 16-for-22 shooting, including 10 three-pointers. Indiana shot 69% from the field and had 30 assists.

Lionel Messi wins back-to-back Most Valuable Player awards in Major League Soccer, praised by MLS Commissioner and recognized for his ongoing impact on soccer in North America.

Dearborn celebrated the Divine Child Falcons' first football state championship since 1985 with a parade and awards ceremony, involving local officials, students, and the community.

Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies offers 250 free tickets for an upcoming game against the Utah Jazz, available on a first-come basis, with a limit of two per person, and a 12% discount on merchandise.

The NBA Cup quarterfinals are in progress, with a potential Las Vegas semifinal and over $500,000 in player bonuses at stake. The games will be broadcast on Amazon Prime and ESPN Radio. Teams face off amidst key injuries and robust fan engagement.