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ESPN analyst Jay Bilas discusses his participation in the American Century Championship, recalling a surprise NFL tryout offer after a multi‑sport high school career and choosing basketball over football.
Scott, who guided the Lady Kewpies to a 79‑52 record at Hickman High, begins her tenure with eight returning starters and the Lady Jays eyeing a fourth straight district runner‑up finish.
The University of Louisville’s men’s basketball program has entered the early contact period for the Class of 2028, reaching out to seven elite prospects within the first two days. The aggressive approach underscores the staff’s intent to shape the next roster well in advance.
The Hawkeyes have announced a slate of nonconference games that includes early‑season home games, a trip to Des Moines, and a multi‑year series with the Huskies, highlighting both local talent and national exposure.
The University of South Carolina has unveiled its full 2026‑27 SEC women's basketball slate, highlighting eight home games against top‑25 opponents and a demanding road schedule that culminates with the SEC Tournament in Greenville.
Jeff Moore, a 1985 Zanesville High School graduate, has been named the new boys basketball coach, bringing a decade of girls program success and a clear philosophy to the role.
The 2025‑26 NBA season delivered a cascade of milestones, highlighted by Karl‑Anthony Towns' championship run, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander's second MVP award, and a host of All‑Star and historic performances that redefined team dynamics.
The recent NBA Finals have altered career trajectories, with the Knicks' first title in five decades elevating Towns, while Fox's performance raises questions in San Antonio, and a top‑10 prospect prepares for the 2026 draft.
A recent summer league game saw freshmen Kennedy Rothweiler and Emma Streby step up, while seniors Leah Cox and coach Dani Adams emphasize leadership and fearless play.
During Pride Month, Bo Kramer shares how wheelchair basketball transformed her self‑acceptance and calls for open conversations about diversity.
On the tenth anniversary of Pat Summitt's death, her son Tyler shares how the legendary coach's teachings continue to shape lives through an AI‑driven platform.
Operation UNITE’s free basketball camp, headed by former Wildcat Jarrod Polson, engages 71 children in Clay County with drills, life lessons, and a mission to steer kids away from harmful influences, with plans to visit neighboring counties.
On June 16, 2026, Newark Catholic welcomed rivals Fisher Catholic and Zane Trace for a summer league basketball contest, highlighted by Clara Davis's drive against a Zane Trace defender.
Youngstown State’s men’s tennis and Green Bay’s women’s basketball captured the 2025‑26 Horizon League Raise Your Sights Awards, showcasing the conference’s commitment to scholarly excellence across ten sports.
Little Rock Southwest, Fort Smith Northside, Jacksonville and Benton displayed standout performances at the recent Big Miller/Summerwood Sports Boys Team Camp, offering early clues about the upcoming season.
The University of Kentucky women's basketball team has released its complete SEC schedule, featuring eight home and eight away games against conference rivals.
On June 21, Dallas will host a community‑focused Father’s Day experience that blends nostalgia, worship and family engagement.
Coach Tom Izzo publicly rebuked the Michigan State Board of Trustees following President Kevin Guskiewicz's abrupt departure for Clemson, calling on alumni to stand against the board's actions.
The conference released its full conference and non‑conference opponents, highlighting home matchups against South Carolina, Texas and Kentucky and a European start against North Carolina and Syracuse.
The TSSAA approved a four‑year plan to introduce a 35‑second shot clock in high school basketball, setting the stage for statewide implementation by the 2029‑30 season.
Eighteen Nebraska high school teams gathered in Columbia, Missouri, for the 2026 Midwest Basketball Showcase, where four programs remained unbeaten and several players delivered eye‑catching performances that have already attracted college interest.
The Racers are using bowling, outings and shared experiences to build chemistry before the fall basketball season.
The Hawkeyes open the 2026‑27 season against Towson on November 2, hoping a new-look roster and third‑year coach Jan Jensen can finally break past the Sweet 16 barrier.
The university announced the jersey assignments for its latest transfer portal and freshman signees, highlighting a roster that could rank among the nation’s most talented.