
Raina Harmon Builds a New Defensive Identity at Florida Gulf Coast
Former Iowa assistant Raina Harmon is reshaping Florida Gulf Coast’s women’s basketball program by prioritizing defensive growth and the development of underused talent.
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Former Iowa assistant Raina Harmon is reshaping Florida Gulf Coast’s women’s basketball program by prioritizing defensive growth and the development of underused talent.

The NCAA’s proposed five-year eligibility rule could allow Michigan guard L.J. Cason to return in February, bolstering the Wolverines’ backcourt for a title-contending season.

From Egypt Dean’s scholarship to the Reno Rodeo’s concert and prize pool, and Jonathan Kim’s academic all‑district recognition, this week’s top stories capture the Silver State’s vibrant scene.

The Atlantic 10 has released its schedule pairings for the upcoming men’s basketball season, outlining Duquesne’s 18 conference matchups, home and away sites, and the upcoming tournament in Brooklyn.

The Atlantic 10 has released its men's basketball schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting George Mason's home slate against VCU, Richmond and other conference rivals, while the program looks to build on a 70‑win stretch and a top‑100 NET ranking.

The Tigers will host Lindenwood, travel to the Daytona Beach Classic, and meet Kansas State and Florida State before a full slate of SEC opponents awaits at Mizzou Arena.

From the Dominican Republic to the Bronx, Danny Carbuccia’s freshman breakout at UMass showcases a point guard’s rise, his coach’s praise, and the team’s outlook for a sophomore surge.

The Buffaloes are targeting a top finish in the Big 12, bolstering frontcourt depth and relying on emerging guard talent to turn ambition into results.

After a one‑day visit to Kentucky, Robert Wright III chose to remain with the Cougars, where coach Kevin Young sees a future national‑level point guard.

At the NBA Combine, Morez Johnson Jr. impressed with elite athleticism, while his collegiate stats and teammates' prospects point to a historic draft class for Michigan.

With the NBA draft set for June 23‑24 at Barclays Center, three University of Tennessee standouts are slated to hear their names called, while the Milwaukee Bucks contemplate a blockbuster move that could redefine their roster.

Lehigh University’s junior forward/center Hank Alvey has been selected for the United States squad in the 2026 FIBA 3x3 Nations League, set to take place in Ñuñoa, Chile, from June 27 to July 3. His recent development camp experience and standout sophomore season position him as a promising prospect for the under‑23 competition.

The Tar Heels travel to Indianapolis for a key exhibition against the Indiana Hoosiers, while the baseball team readies for a pivotal rematch with West Virginia, highlighted by Coach Forbes' pursuit of the College World Series and senior right‑fielder Carter French's dual academic and athletic achievements.

The United States announces its 2026 roster, featuring Oregon’s Katie Fiso, who brings collegiate accolades and international experience to a tournament that will decide berths for the FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup in Wuhan.

McKinna Brackens, a junior forward from Arizona State, has been selected for the 2026 USA 3x3 Women’s Nations League team that will compete in Chile. Her recent All‑Big 12 Third Team honor and leadership in rebounds and double‑doubles highlight the appointment.

Recent DePaul standout CJ Gunn has been selected for the USA Basketball 3x3 Nations League team that will compete in Ñuñoa, Chile, as part of the qualification pathway for the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup.

The 2026 USA 3x3 Men’s Nations League roster includes rising senior Eric Dailey Jr., who will compete in Ñuñoa, Chile, alongside five other collegiate athletes in a week‑long series that serves as a qualifier for the U23 World Cup.

Miami's women's basketball squad will travel to Mexico for the 2026 Cancun Challenge, a three‑day event organized by Triple Crown Sports that showcases top collegiate programs.

The University of North Dakota men's basketball team will compete in the 2026 Cancun Challenge in Cancun, Mexico, joining a slate of programs across two divisions during the Thanksgiving holiday.
New leadership brings a focus on accountability, integrity, and cultural growth to Central York's basketball programs, which will face a challenging slate of opponents in the South Central Athletic Conference.

Tori McKinney, a sophomore guard from Minnesota, has earned a spot on the U.S. U23 3x3 Nations League roster that will compete in Chile, a stepping stone toward the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup.

Portland Pilots Women's Basketball will face New Mexico Lobos in a home‑and‑home series beginning in the 2026‑27 season, with the first contest slated for Dec. 21, 2026, in Albuquerque.

USA Basketball announced the squads for the upcoming 2026 FIBA 3x3 Nations League Americas Conference in Ñuñoa, Chile, spotlighting Oakland’s Brady Swartz’s debut and a path to the U23 World Cup in Wuhan.

The University of Kansas will make its debut at the 2026 Cancun Challenge, joining a field that includes Miami (OH), Minnesota and Washington State, with two additional teams to be announced.