ExtremeCincinnati
Cincinnatians are taking things to the extreme—in their jobs, hobbies, and what they eat.
By Emma Balcom, Brianna Connock, Alexandra Frost, Greg Hand, Elle Rose Johnson, Claire Lefton, Aiesha D. Little, Avery Padgett, Emma Segrest, John Stowell, Lela Walker, Claire Weston
Edited by Emma Balcom
The Professional Skiers of Perfect North
This tiny Indiana ski resort chuns out its share of small-town award-winning competitive winter athletes.
The Queen City’s Record-Setters
Meet the Cincinnatians behind outlandish feats of skill, strength, and silliness.
The Cincinnati Barbarians Fight Like It’s 1399
This Middle Ages-style combat team uses real swords, real axes, and 100 pounds of armor.
Learn How to Be Extreme
Extreme sports aren't just for the pros—these classes are for all experience levels.
How Local Animal Handlers Tame the Beasts
Keepers make handling scary—and often downright dangerous—creatures look easy.
More Sports News
Miami’s Cradle of Coaches Documentary Debuts Monday on Peacock
Cincinnati filmmakers Scott Thompson and Jesy Herron discuss their odyssey discovering the university’s “secret sauce” for producing famous football coaches.
Five Ways FC Cincinnati’s Leagues Cup Loss Was So Disappointing
A late defensive and goalkeeping collapse all but eliminates FCC from the U.S.-Mexican tournament.
Why Reds Pitching Prospects Are Fool’s Gold
Who is the rule and who is the exception, Hunter Greene or Chase Burns?
Can FC Cincinnati’s Offense Fuel a Leagues Cup Run?
A 3-1 victory over Pachuca gives hope that the Orange and Blue can finally get over the hump in this U.S.-Mexico club tournament.
The Reds’ Trade Deadline Inactivity Was Par for the Course
The team’s biggest move was to call up outfielder Hector Rodriguez from Triple-A. Let’s go!
Two Big Questions for FC Cincinnati After a Sloppy Hell Is Real Defeat
A resurgent patch of the season went to hell with an awful performance in Columbus. What happened, and why?
It’s Time for the Reds to Wave the White Flag on 2026
Next week’s trade deadline, if executed correctly, can set up Cincinnati for a successful 2027. I’m telling you there’s a chance!
Cincinnati’s Disastrous First Automobile Race
When drivers took to the Oakley Park racetrack and went down in literal flames.
FC Cincinnati’s High-Scoring Ways Don’t Miss a Beat
A pulsating 4-3 win over West-leading Vancouver reinforces the season’s first-half strengths (Evander) and weaknesses (defense).
The Reds Win by Extending Chase Burns
As losses pile up on the field, the team’s young core push for a higher standard in Cincinnati.
