Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report

April 13, 2026 - BASEBALL California League: The Single-A California League recently started its 2026 season and again has eight teams aligned in four-team North and South divisions with each team playing 132 games through September 6, 2026. There were three changes in the league's MLB affiliations after the 2025 season. The Seattle Mariners moved their North Division Modesto Nuts affiliate to San Bernardino and became a new version of the Inland Empire 66ers in the South Division; the Los Angeles Angels moved their Inland Empire 66ers af... Full Story

Battlehawks Rally to Defeat Stallions in Thrilling 34-30 Victory

April 12, 2026 - ST. LOUIS, Missouri - The St. Louis Battlehawks stormed back from two 10-point deficits to defeat the Birmingham Stallions 34-30 on Sunday afternoon at The Dome at America's Center. Wide receiver Hakeem Butler had 146 yards on 4 receptions and a touchdown in the win. Quarterback Harrison Frost went 9 for 15 for 148 yards and 3 touchdowns in his Battlehawks debut. The Battlehawks' defense dominated the first quarter. Linebacker Jordan Williams picked off quarterback Matt Corral's first pass attempt for a 10-yard touchdown ... Full Story

Unbeaten Dallas Fends off Columbus, Improves to 3-0

April 12, 2026 - FRISCO, TX - Dallas handled business at home on Sunday. It was a scrappy game defined by a few big moments. Jalan McClendon and the Aviators battled all afternoon, but their efforts came up just short in a five-point loss. The Aviators came out of the gates with a quick score. John Lovett highlighted the opening drive with 18 rushing yards, including a fourth-down pickup. McClendon then found him for an eight-yard touchdown, Lovett's first score of the season. Dallas, which entered the day as the top offense in the UFL... Full Story

DC Rides Historic Performance in Return to Audi Field, Wins Second Straight Game

April 11, 2026 - WASHINGTON, DC - The Defenders did not disappoint in their return to Audi Field. A historic first half powered DC to a massive victory as they once again put up big scoring numbers and improved to 2-1. In fact, the 38-point win marks the largest margin of victory in UFL history. The biggest storyline entering the game revolved around Houston's quarterback room. With both Hunter Dekkers and Nolan Henderson unavailable due to injury, head coach Kevin Sumlin turned to Taulia Tagovailoa to lead the offense on Saturday. How... Full Story

• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (AF1) April 13
• Battlehawks Rally to Defeat Stallions in Thrilling 34-30 Victory - St. Louis Battlehawks (UFL) April 12
• Oilers Fall in OT on the Road in Orlando - Tulsa Oilers (IFL) April 12
• Frost Sparks Fourth Quarter Comeback, St. Louis Wins Thriller - St. Louis Battlehawks (UFL) April 12
• Birmingham Downed by St. Louis in Week Three - Birmingham Stallions (UFL) April 12
• Unbeaten Dallas Fends off Columbus, Improves to 3-0 - Dallas Renegades (UFL) April 12
• Aviators Fall Short Despite Strong Effort against Renegades - Columbus Aviators (UFL) April 12
• Houston Suffers Defeat in Week Three - Houston Gamblers (UFL) April 11
• DC Rides Historic Performance in Return to Audi Field, Wins Second Straight Game - DC Defenders (UFL) April 11
• Week 5 Preview: Sharks vs Knight Hawks - Jacksonville Sharks (IFL) April 11
• Orlando Wins OT Thriller, Stays Perfect - Orlando Storm (UFL) April 10
• Despite Bean's Big Night, Louisville Falls in Heartbreaker - Louisville Kings (UFL) April 10
• Knight Hawks Football Hits FOX5 and SSSEN in 2026 - Vegas Knight Hawks (IFL) April 10
• Pirates Look for 3-0 Start vs. Tulsa - Orlando Pirates (IFL) April 10
• Omaha Beef Announce Interim Head Coach for 2026 Season - Omaha Beef (NAL) April 10
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• Photos: Battlehawks come from behind to beat Stallions - UFL St. Louis Post-Dispatch (April 13)
  
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• Battlehawks rally with 21-point fourth-quarter blitz to down Stallions in UFL thriller - UFL St. Louis Post-Dispatch (April 13)
  
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