Rachel Hopmayer

Royal Oak

Sports Anchor and Reporter at WWJ-TV (Detroit, MI)

Sports anchor/reporter @CBSDetroit. Hockey East homer. @AmericanU alum. Nice girl, tries hard, loves the game (and Springsteen).

Featured in: Favicon

spectrumlocalnews.com Favicon

yahoo.com

nbcsports.com Favicon

nbcwashington.com Favicon

ny1.com

mynews13.com Favicon

tmj4.com

spectrumnews1.com Favicon

nbc26.com

cbsnews.com + 2 more

Articles

Are Detroit Shock coming back? What to know about U.S. trademark.

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

(CBS DETROIT) - Twelve years after the sale of Detroit's WNBA franchise, Ryan Reed sought to bring them back. "I love the Shock," said Reed, who founded a second interaction of the Women's Basketball League Inc. with the goal of providing a developmental opportunity for basketball players between collegiate and WNBA opportunities. "You know, I've been using the Shock as the LLC since 2021, 2022.
Detroit Lions promoting Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Nick Lentz |Rachel Hopmayer

Detroit Lions promoting Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator (CBS DETROIT) — The Detroit Lions have found their replacement for former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. CBS News Detroit sports anchor Rachel Hopmayer confirmed Saturday that the team is promoting linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard to the role. Sheppard, 37, joined Detroit's staff as outside linebackers coach in 2021 — the same year Dan Campbell was named head coach.
Detroit Lions host struggling Jacksonville Jaguars; seek 8th straight win

Nov 17, 2024 | cbsnews.com | Nick Lentz |Rachel Hopmayer

(CBS DETROIT) — The NFC-leading Detroit Lions (8-1) are back at Ford Field in Week 11 (2-8) to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Lions, off to their best start in seven decades, will go for their eighth straight victory on Sunday afternoon. In Week 10, Detroit pulled off an improbable 26-23 win against the Houston Texans.
Pack-A-Day: Packers/Lions preview w/ Rachel Hopmayer

Nov 1, 2024 | 247sports.com | Rachel Hopmayer

On today's show, Andy is joined once again by Rachel Hopmayer of CBS Detroit to break down Packers/Lions and the keys to the game. Don't miss it!© 2005- 2024 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. The content on this site is for entertainment purposes only and 247Sports makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the information given or the outcome of any game or event. There is no gambling offered on this site.
Adam Krug leaving Adrian College for AHL coaching opportunity

Aug 9, 2024 | cbsnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

ADRIAN, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - For the first time in a decade, Adam Krug will spend next season in a different hockey arena. "We're champing at the bit to take this next step," said Krug, who was part of Adrian Bulldogs' first NCAA men's hockey team during the 2007-2008 season. "My coaching career is something that is important to our family, and I appreciate that about them. But right now, our emotions are kind of all over the place.
Scotty Bowman credits Sabres for growth in hockey across WNY

Apr 29, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

The Amherst native played host as international deaf hockey teams gathered for the inaugural Jeff Sauer International Deaf Hockey SeriesAmherst2 days agoChris Kreider scored 2:28 into overtime, Igor Shesterkin made 27 saves and the New York Rangers beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on Saturday night. New York City4 months agoJeff Skinner and Dylan Cozens scored for the Sabres. City of Buffalo1 year agoTage Thompson, Jeff Skinner, Tyson Jost and Vinnie Hinostroza also scored for Buffalo.
Rookie chronicles: Sabres' Zach Benson talks first NHL season

Apr 21, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Zach Benson has garnered a lot of attention ever since he was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres at 13th overall in 2023. After that, he took the league by storm, forcing his way to the big club's roster with his unique blend of speed and grit. Sabres beat reporter Rachel Hopmayer sits down with the 18-year-old to discuss what the last year has been like for him as he graduates from rookie status.
Sabres focus on accountability during locker cleanout

Apr 17, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

BUFFALO, N.Y. — After missing the playoffs for an NHL-record 13 straight seasons, nobody is truly shocked the Buffalo Sabres decided to make a change at the top and fire head coach Don Granato. While General Manager Kevyn Adams on Tuesday both took accountability and insisted that the next bench boss will provide that as well, the players on Wednesday also acknowledged that they need to answer to themselves and each other.
Barriers broken, Laila Edwards has arrived

Apr 13, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

BUFFALO, N.Y. — After becoming the first Black skater to suit up for Team USA this past fall for the Rivalry Series, Laila Edwards has only continued to carve her name into hockey history, becoming the first Black player to score for the senior women's national team this week at the 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship in Utica. Ahead of the gold medal game, Edwards notched a hat trick to propel the Americans into the gold medal game.
Sabres' Tage Thompson: An artist on and off the ice

Apr 7, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Rachel Hopmayer

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Tage Thompson leads the Buffalo Sabres in goals scored this season so far with 29 to his name — but the 26-year-old exercises his creative muscles in more ways than breaking ankles and dekeing up the slot. Sabres beat reporter Rachel Hopmayer sat down with the father of two to learn more about his artistic hobbies.