The Varsity News Desk
The Official Newsroom of Detroit Varsity Sports
Super Bowl LX Lessons for High School Hoops Players
As Michigan’s high school basketball season rolls on, Super Bowl LX still delivered storylines that hit home for local student-athletes. From standout performances by alumni of Michigan college programs to former prep players making NFL history on the sport’s biggest stage, the Seahawks’ 29–13 victory over the Patriots showed how discipline, teamwork and preparation can pay off — whether on an NFL field or in the gym.
MHSAA Expands NIL Rules, Allowing High School Athletes to Earn Through Personal Branding
Monroe Athletic Director Placed on Administrative Leave Following Podcast Comments
Multi-Sport Participation Continues to Rise at Michigan High Schools, MHSAA Survey Finds
Multi-sport participation among Michigan high school athletes continued to rise during the 2024–25 school year, according to the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s latest Multi-Sport Participation Survey released this week.
Chris Webber on the Vision Behind the Best of Michigan Tournament and Calihan Hall
Chris Webber explains the purpose behind the Best of Michigan Tournament, why Calihan Hall is the perfect setting, and shares his thoughts on today’s NBA in an exclusive interview with Detroit Varsity Sports.
Games We’re Watching Across Metro Detroit (Dec. 8–9, 2025)
Metro Detroit basketball heats up with a full slate of matchups as teams look to build momentum, stay undefeated, or bounce back from early-season losses. Here are the key games we’re watching across the region.
Metro Detroit Signing Day Recap: 2026 Stars Make Their College Commitments Official
National Signing Day in Metro Detroit delivered major commitments from some of the state’s top high-school football players. Stars from Detroit Catholic Central, Cass Tech, West Bloomfield, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s, Detroit King, and more officially signed their letters of intent, locking in their college futures and closing out their high-school careers. Detroit Varsity Sports has the full breakdown of every local athlete who made their commitment official.
Aidan Hutchinson Surprises Divine Child Football After State Championship Win
After Divine Child captured the state championship, Lions defensive star Aidan Hutchinson returned to his old stomping grounds to celebrate with the team and honor their accomplishment.
2025 MHSFCA Division 1 All-State Team Released: Detroit Talent Dominates the List
Michigan’s Division 1 All-State Team has been announced, and Metro Detroit talent dominates the list. From DCC’s standouts to Cass Tech’s two-way stars, here’s the full breakdown of this year’s top performers.