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UCF announced a three‑year contract extension for head coach Johnny Dawkins, raising his annual pay to $2.5 million and adding incentives that could push earnings higher, while he remains the Big 12’s lowest‑paid coach.
UCF will host a group of 2027 high school recruits for official visits beginning May 29, with additional trips scheduled through June. The visits highlight a class currently ranked 60th by 247Sports and feature standout players from across Florida, each drawing interest from Power Four programs and UCF's coaching staff.
Texas Tech’s head coach Joey McGuire is lobbying for a non‑conference game against the University of Texas, a move sparked by comments from Texas coach Steve Sarkisian. Booster Cody Campbell has pledged to cover buyout costs for potential opponents Abilene Christian and Texas State, while the Red Raiders ride the momentum of their first College Football Playoff appearance.
In the wake of Kyle Busch’s passing, Joe Gibbs shares three poignant stories that capture the driver’s extraordinary skill, relentless determination, and the profound impact he had on the sport and those who knew him.
Ohio State coach Ryan Day earned a $100,000 bonus for his team's near‑3.4 GPA, pushing his incentive pay to $450,000 for the 2025‑26 season and bringing his total compensation close to $13 million.
The 2026 NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament selection show will air at 11 a.m. on ESPN2, revealing a 64‑team field. Ole Miss is projected as a No. 2 seed with a ten‑day break before its first game, and analysts differ on the regional assignment.
A severe storm system impacted outdoor collegiate baseball events on May 22, pushing back UCLA‑Purdue and Oregon‑Washington matchups and affecting the SEC tournament in Alabama
Amari Allen, a sophomore guard from Alabama, faces a pivotal choice as NBA teams court him ahead of the May 27 draft deadline, weighing a potential first‑round promise against a return to college basketball.
RJ Luis has committed to LSU for the 2026‑27 season, but his eligibility remains in doubt after signing an NBA contract. The NCAA’s stance, coupled with recent legal rulings on similar cases, casts uncertainty over his debut with the Tigers.
With a May 27 deadline looming, top Kentucky prospects are weighing professional opportunities against collegiate development, while analysts dissect the strategic maneuvers behind their rising draft stocks.
After a strong showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able faces a pivotal decision that could shape his professional trajectory and collegiate future.
Texas enters the 2026 college football season with a high‑stakes slate, featuring five marquee contests that could determine its path to the playoff and beyond.
The Gators have won eight of their last ten games, are ranked No. 9 in RPI and are projected as a No. 10 national seed in various NCAA brackets.
The Vols are projected to secure their seventh consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, entering as a top‑two seed and facing a tough slate that includes a showdown with South Carolina and a possible matchup against North Carolina.
A strong finish to the season has propelled Arkansas into the national conversation, setting up a marquee matchup in the SEC Tournament and a potential path through several regional sites.
The Texas Longhorns host Ohio State in Week 2, a game already slated for ESPN's College GameDay. With new offensive and defensive coordinators, the matchup promises a strategic showdown.
The Buchholz baseball team fell short in the FHSAA Class 6A Championship, losing 5-1 to St. Thomas Aquinas after an early lead and several missed opportunities.
The Jayhawks' strong season has created a scheduling conflict that will move the state baseball finals to a university venue.
The league releases its full 2026 slate, highlighting broadcast partners, key early games, and the date of Super Bowl 61.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian's criticism of Ole Miss's academic standards sparked a swift and scathing response from ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith, who called the comment 'low' and 'classless' amid praise for Ole Miss's recent playoff run.
The 6-foot-7 wing from Florida announced his pledge to North Carolina on Instagram, marking a pivotal addition to the Tar Heels' roster.
Milwaukee’s recent three‑game sweep of the New York Yankees has lifted the team in the latest MLB power rankings, driven by a 3.45 team ERA and the re‑emergence of key offensive pieces.
From knuckleball mastery to managerial triumphs, the latest USA TODAY Sports tribute shines a light on five Brevard County baseball standouts whose careers have shaped the sport.
A decisive series against USC could elevate the Oregon Ducks into the top 16 and secure a regional hosting slot, shaping their NCAA Tournament path.