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Monday, May 25, 2026 · Lakeland

Jackson KOs Creighton in 22 Seconds at Rousey Vs. Carano Event

Jason Jackson defeated Jefferson Creighton by knockout in 22 seconds during their welterweight bout at the Rousey vs. Carano event. The fight took place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Jackson's victory marked his debut for Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).

Monday, May 25, 2026
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Smalley Leads US PGA Championship After Third Round

Alex Smalley holds the lead at the US PGA Championship after shooting a 2-under 68 in the third round. Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose made significant moves up the leaderboard, while Scottie Scheffler fell back.

Monday, May 25, 2026

NHL Playoff Seeding Hinges on Final Six Games

The final day of the NHL regular season features six games that will determine playoff seeding and draft lottery order. Outcomes will finalize matchups for the first round of the playoffs. Several teams remain in contention for specific seeds.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Golden Knights Defeat Ducks 3-1 in Karlsson's Return

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 as William Karlsson returned from a months-long injury. Karlsson skated for over 11 minutes in his first game back. The Golden Knights continue to battle for playoff positioning.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Hurricanes Defeat Flyers 3-2 in Overtime, Take 2-0 Series Lead

The Hurricanes edged the Flyers in overtime, pushing Philadelphia to a 2-0 series deficit. Carolina now holds a significant advantage as the series shifts locations.

Monday, May 25, 2026

#11 Mocs Fall to #2 Buccaneers in SSC Contest

Florida Southern College men's tennis team (15-5) lost 0-7 to undefeated Barry University (17-0) in Miami Shores.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Florida Southern's Pinto Finishes in Top 10 at South Florida Invitational

Florida Southern sophomore Heloise Pinto secured a top-10 finish in the 5,000m at the South Florida Invitational on Saturday.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Mocs Fall in Sweep at No. 2 Saint Leo

Florida Southern dropped a doubleheader to No. 2 Saint Leo on Saturday, losing 4–3 and 3–0.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Florida Southern Stuns No. 1 Tampa in Series Opener

Florida Southern College pulled off a 3-1 upset over No. 1 Tampa on Friday night, limiting the Spartans to just four hits.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Florida Southern Swept by No. 1 Tampa in Doubleheader

Florida Southern dropped both ends of a doubleheader to top-ranked Tampa, losing 12-1 and 9-4 on Saturday.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Florida Southern Tennis Tops Eckerd 6-1

The 11th-ranked Mocs men's tennis team beat Eckerd 6-1, extending their season record to 16-5—their best regular-season mark in 17 years.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Fire Take Two from Warner on Strong All-Around Day

The No. 6 Southeastern University Fire softball team swept Warner University in a doubleheader at the SEU Softball Field on Thursday, winning 5-0 and 3-1.

Monday, May 25, 2026

Fire Take Series Opener in Extras Over Keiser

The No. 9 Southeastern Fire baseball team won their series opener against Keiser 5–3 in extra innings on Thursday evening.

Monday, May 25, 2026