Manny Diaz and the Duke Blue Devils: A 2026 Outlook
Manny Diaz’s championship pedigree and the Blue Devils’ shifting roster set the stage for a pivotal 2026 campaign.
Aug 12, 2026
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Disney and ESPN Bring Soccer Clinic to Fontana with Mickey Mouse Surprise
A community soccer clinic in Fontana combined play, education, and surprise appearances to inspire young athletes and promote inclusive sports participation.
Aug 12, 2026
Mississippi State Kicks Off 2026‑27 Soccer Season Against South Alabama
The Bulldogs open the 2026‑27 campaign at home against South Alabama, marking the start of Kevin O'Brien's eighth year and showcasing a roster full of newcomers and preseason watch‑list talent.
Aug 11, 2026
The 1967 USC‑UCLA Showdown: A Broadcast Milestone
The November 18, 1967, clash between USC and UCLA combined historic rankings, groundbreaking television production, and a dramatic fourth‑quarter score by O.J. Simpson, leaving an indelible mark on American sports history.
Aug 11, 2026
CFP Expansion Talks Hit a Crossroads as Deadlines Loom
With a December deadline to inform ESPN of any 2027 playoff changes, the future of a larger College Football Playoff hangs in the balance, shaped by competing conference ambitions and media negotiations.
Aug 10, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Faces December Deadline Amid SEC‑Big Ten Rift
With a December 2026 deadline looming, the CFP committee must choose between 16, 20, or 24‑team models, as the SEC and Big Ten clash over revenue and fan sentiment.
Aug 10, 2026
Maine Women’s Soccer Kicks Off 2026 Season Against Rhode Island
The University of Maine women's soccer team opens its 2026 schedule on August 12 at the URI Soccer Complex, facing the Rhode Island Rams in a match streamed live on ESPN+.
Aug 10, 2026
EKU Women’s Soccer Tops UAC Preseason Poll
Eastern Kentucky University's women's soccer program captured the preseason spotlight, securing the No. 1 spot in the United Athletic Conference poll and earning a program‑record six All‑UAC selections.
Aug 10, 2026
99th American Legion World Series Kicks Off in Shelby, North Carolina
The 99th American Legion World Series begins August 13, 2026, at Veterans Field in Shelby, North Carolina, featuring pool play, live streaming on ESPN+, and championship coverage on ESPNU.
Aug 10, 2026
ESPN Commits to a Record 1,110 College Soccer Broadcasts in 2026
From the opening showdown on Aug. 20 to the NCAA Men’s College Cup in December, ESPN’s coverage spans more than a thousand games, featuring top teams such as Indiana, Virginia, Clemson and North Carolina.
Aug 9, 2026
Veteran Analyst Dick Vitale Faces Fifth Cancer Battle and Continues at ESPN
Dick Vitale, the iconic basketball analyst, has disclosed his fifth cancer diagnosis but remains active on ESPN, blending his enduring passion for the game with a resilient public stance.
Aug 9, 2026
ESPN Announces 2026‑27 College Basketball Event Schedule
ESPN Events unveils a nine‑event lineup featuring 33 teams across 12 conferences, highlighting historic rivalries, new showcases and partnerships with major brands.
Aug 9, 2026
ESPN Announces 2026 Thanksgiving Week College Basketball Invitational at Disney World
ESPN reveals the 2026 ESPN Events Invitational, a Thanksgiving‑week college basketball tournament featuring ten teams across two groups, with games at State Farm Field House in Kissimmee, Florida.
Aug 9, 2026
South Florida to Meet Saint Louis in Inaugural A‑10/American Showcase on ESPN
South Florida and Saint Louis will open the first A‑10/American Showcase on ESPN in a double‑header at Nationwide Arena, featuring new coaches, transfer talent and a partnership aimed at boosting postseason résumés.
Aug 9, 2026
Broncos Secure Jaylen Waddle in Blockbuster Trade, Boosting Fantasy Prospects
The Denver Broncos have acquired Jaylen Waddle, a move that reshapes their receiving corps and elevates his fantasy value heading into the new season.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes’ Playoff Hopes Ride on Early Wins and Quarterback Battle
A look at how road victories, a new starting quarterback and defensive leadership shape Iowa’s chances of breaking into the College Football Playoff.
Aug 8, 2026
Rece Davis Forecasts Ohio State’s Return to Big Ten Glory in 2026
ESPN analyst Rece Davis predicts Ohio State will win the Big Ten in 2026, citing a Heisman‑candidate quarterback, championship coach Ryan Day, and a preseason No. 1 ranking.
Aug 8, 2026
Big Ten 2026 Outlook: Ohio State Leads FPI Rankings Amid Mixed Projections
ESPN's Football Power Index projects Ohio State as the top Big Ten team for 2026, while five programs face sub‑1.0 scores, underscoring divergent expectations across the league.
Aug 8, 2026
Spurrier and Tebow: The Villains Who Shaped College Football’s Narrative
ESPN's recent ranking placed Steve Spurrier at the apex of college football's greatest villains, while Tim Tebow's dominant career earned him a No. 8 spot, sparking a cultural backlash that still reverberates.
Aug 8, 2026
Around the Bases Returns to Capture the Heartbeat of Little League Region Play
Live coverage of the Little League Baseball Region Tournaments airs August 8–9, 2024, on ESPN+, hosted by Matt Schick and Mike Rooney, with insights from coordinating producer Scott Gustafson.
Aug 7, 2026
A Rhode Island Hockey Team’s Journey From Tragedy to Championship
A high school hockey team in Rhode Island overcame a devastating loss to win the state title, a journey documented by ESPN.
Aug 7, 2026
Cam Newton and Nick Saban: The Archrivals Who Shaped Alabama Football
From Cam Newton's legendary Iron Bowl comeback to Nick Saban's dynasty‑building tenure, Alabama's football history is marked by two figures who reshaped the landscape of college sport.
Aug 7, 2026
ESPN’s 2026 Top 40 Spotlights Utah’s Rising Stars
ESPN’s annual Top 40 college football rankings highlight the nation’s most promising talents, with several Utah-connected athletes earning prominent spots amid injury narratives and shifting team dynamics.
Aug 7, 2026
UNC’s 2026 Football Roster Brims with Fresh Talent Ahead of TCU Opener
The North Carolina Tar Heels will face TCU on August 29 in Dublin, kicking off a season marked by a massive influx of newcomers and the return of ACC sacks leader Melkart Abou Jaoude under coach Bill Belichick.
Aug 6, 2026