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Mother. Wife. Daughter. Fueled by Cuban coffee and bike rides that go nowhere. Proud product of the 305. Senior editor and storyteller for the Miami Hurricanes.

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”They’re Getting Pros” Hurricanes defensive line coach Jason Taylor, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, knows what it takes to succeed in the NFL. He's confident Miami defensive ends Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor, both proj...

Canes d-line coach Jason Taylor, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, knows what it takes to succeed in the NFL.

He's confident Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor, both projected to be first-round picks in next month's draft, will be plenty successful in the League.

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05.03.2026 21:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The Canes women's basketball team opens play in the ACC Tournament with an 83-76 overtime win over Stanford.

Ra Shaya Kyle led Miami with a game-high 25 points and 11 rebounds. Gal Raviv and Amarachi Kimpson each had 20 points for the Canes.

The Hurricanes advance to face Notre Dame tomorrow.

04.03.2026 18:19 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Driven to Succeed Ahnay Adams' journey to Miami wasn't an easy one. But instead of letting the challenges of her childhood define her, she used them as motivation on and off the basketball court. Now, she's a leader fo...

Ahnay Adams' journey to Miami wasn't an easy one.

But instead of letting the challenges of her childhood define her, she used them as motivation.

Now, she's a leader for the Hurricanes, who are set to open play in the ACC Tournament on Wednesday.

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03.03.2026 19:59 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

oh no

(but very oh yes for the actual result)

19.02.2026 21:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Canes Look to Build on Big Win over UNC The Canes notched their first top 25 win of the season on Tuesday when they upset No. 11 North Carolina. The goal now, they say, is to build on that win and keep stacking crucial conference wins ahead...

The Canes notched their first top 25 win of the season on Tuesday when they upset No. 11 North Carolina.

The goal now, they say, is to build on that performance and keep stacking crucial conference wins ahead of March and the ACC Tournament.

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11.02.2026 22:57 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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A Season to Remember The Hurricanes came up just short in their quest to win a national championship, but their history-making run through both the regular season and the College Football Playoff is one that will be remem...

“They’re the best thing that’s happened to Miami, the University of Miami, and our community in 25 years.”

The Canes came up just short in their quest for a national title, but their magical season won't be forgotten in Miami any time soon.

Our look back...

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26.01.2026 17:07 👍 5 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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Full Circle A year ago, quarterback Carson Beck faced an uncertain future after a serious elbow injury. Today, he's ready to lead the Hurricanes to their first game in the College Football Playoff. And he says hi...

A year ago, quarterback Carson Beck faced an uncertain future after a serious elbow injury.

Today, he's ready to lead the Hurricanes to their first game in the College Football Playoff. And he says his journey – and Miami's – is far from finished.

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19.12.2025 16:49 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Canes RB Mark Fletcher Jr., on what it means for the veterans to have the opportunity to play in the CFP:

“This is what we came here to do. We came here to change the culture…we’re excited about this opportunity…”

16.12.2025 16:55 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Canes QB Carson Beck is checking in after today’s practice on Greentree.

On the expected environment in College Station:

“The atmosphere and environment is going to be next to none…but you have to focus on your preparation…”

16.12.2025 16:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman, on Rueben Bain:

"He's constantly working on his technique, his get-off, his pad level...constantly working on his pass rush...he's always going to be doing his job 100 miles-per-hour..."

15.12.2025 20:50 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman, on Texas A&M's wide receivers:

"They do a really good job...they're very talented, even on special teams...those guys change the game...they've got some very talented guys on the perimeter."

15.12.2025 20:46 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman, on Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed:

"I think he's very talented...his ability to extend plays...he does a very good job with that."

15.12.2025 20:42 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes OC Shannon Dawson, on QB Carson Beck's experience:

"When you're the quarterback and you have a challenge ahead, like we have with their defense, you have to be poised...he's been in big games. This is nothing he hasn't been in...I do think that matters..."

15.12.2025 20:30 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes OC Shannon Dawson is checking in now.

On Texas A&M's defense:

"They've got an elite pass rush...No. 1 in the nation in sacks. Their third-down defense is really good...you've got to do a really good job in protection...we've got to be on-point..."

15.12.2025 20:22 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on Indiana QB -- and fellow Christopher Columbus alum Fernando Mendoza -- winning the Heisman Trophy:

"Adelante. It's a tremendous job by him and his teammates. Awesome family, awesome people."

15.12.2025 20:17 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on QB Carson Beck:

"To see a guy that came in under so much scrutiny, having to recover from surgery...to grow the way he has grown...it's awesome to see...he's really, really driven...his practices have been outstanding."

15.12.2025 20:15 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on the importance of managing emotions ahead of a game of this magnitude:

"This is going to come down to the 22 that are on the field, that are actually executing against each other...you prepare for this way back in January & bring it all together..."

15.12.2025 20:13 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion:

"The more you watch tape on him...everyone knows how fast he is. I don't think people realize the incredible body control that he has..."

15.12.2025 20:10 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on the Canes:

"The best thing about this team, besides the fact that they're fun to be around, is that they love to work. They love the grind...they push coaches...It's a very hungry, driven team. It's a team with tremendous heart..."

15.12.2025 20:06 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal:

"There's no arrived syndrome. It's a 'get-back-to-work' mentality..."

15.12.2025 20:03 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes HC Mario Cristobal, on the run game heading into Saturday:

"I think it's improved the last month or so...I think it's a combination of a lot of things...I think we've gotten more in sync..."

He mentions Mark Fletcher Jr. is healthy and a full-go now.

15.12.2025 20:03 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Hi, hi everyone...

Figured a playoff week is as good as any to try and get things going back over on this side.

So, hello again. And updates coming shortly from Miami head coach Mario Cristobal's presser ahead of Saturday's game against Texas A&M.

15.12.2025 19:59 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

The Canes have wrapped up their Wednesday practice ahead of Sunday's season opener against Notre Dame.

Anez Cooper is checking in with reporters now.

On QB Carson Beck:

"Carson has been doing a great job since he's been here...he's a great leader..."

27.08.2025 15:45 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman:

"We need 11 hats swarming to the ball, no matter what...we need to make sure our guys are playing fast and swarming..."

25.08.2025 19:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman, on DB OJ Frederique:

"He had a really good year last year, and he's an even better player...he's trying to maximize his strengths...I think he's had a really good camp..."

25.08.2025 19:52 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman, on the atmosphere he hopes to see at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday:

"We want it to be as loud as possible out there..."

25.08.2025 19:49 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes DC Corey Hetherman is at the podium now.

On the opportunity to coach his first game at Miami:

"Excited for the opportunity, and excited for our guys to get out there and play fast."

25.08.2025 19:46 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes OC Shannon Dawson, on offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa growing as a leader:

"I do see him being more vocal...that's probably been the biggest deal. As a player, he's been steady since he's been here...we need him to be more vocal and he does a good job of that..."

25.08.2025 19:35 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes OC Shannon Dawson, on wide receiver Jojo Trader:

"He's waited his turn. He's worked hard. He's earned everything he's going to get. He's a very talented guy..."

25.08.2025 19:23 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Canes OC Shannon Dawson, on the Notre Dame defense:

"Their d-line is as good as advertised, their linebackers trigger ... we're going to have to execute against a very talented group."

25.08.2025 19:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0