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The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association Board of Control has rejected a plan to overhaul Division I postseason play, opting instead to preserve the existing structure that sends third‑ and fourth‑place teams to the playoffs. Surveyed coaches remain split on the merits of the change.
Jasmine Bascoe, a key player from Villanova, has been named to Canada's Senior Women's National Basketball Team. She trained with the team during summer camps in Montreal and Victoria before joining for the FIBA Women's Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament 2026 in Guadalajara, Mexico. The tournament is part of the Road to LA 2028 Olympic qualifying process, with Canada set to play Senegal, the Philippines, and Mexico in August. Matches will be streamed live on FIBA’s YouTube.
Season tickets for the 2026‑27 basketball campaign go on sale through a special promotion that reduces prices through Aug. 22 and grants presale access to bulk football ticket purchases.
The NCAA's June 2026 eligibility change grants Division I athletes five years to play five seasons, but excludes the 2025-26 graduating class, sparking lawsuits, coach dissent and recruitment upheaval.
The University of Connecticut announced its nonconference slate for the 2026‑27 campaign, highlighting a mix of high‑profile matchups and rigorous road tests under head coach Geno Auriemma.
The board’s unanimous vote maintains the existing district tournament format for Division I basketball, while a recent coach survey reveals sharp splits over proposed changes that would reshape postseason pathways.
UConn announces a 15‑game non‑conference slate that includes three exhibitions, twelve regular‑season matchups and a December 20 finale against LSU, highlighting a schedule stacked with elite competition.
The University of Connecticut announces a challenging lineup of road games and marquee home matchups, aiming to sharpen the team for a deep postseason run.
The 7‑foot‑0 former NBA big man has agreed to a one‑year deal with Al Ittihad Jeddah, adding defensive depth and seasoned leadership to the Saudi club.
Casey Apetrei, a seasoned coach with a record of championship success, has been appointed associate head coach for the Baton Rouge Community College men’s basketball team, promising to elevate the program’s talent pipeline.
Jeff Martin, a seasoned basketball professional with a distinguished coaching and playing background, has been appointed Assistant Basketball Coach at Lamar State College Port Arthur, bringing expertise that promises to elevate the program’s competitiveness.
Willie Scott, who led Graceland University’s women’s basketball program for four seasons, announced his retirement to focus on family, as Zach Moore steps in as interim head coach.
Friends University announces the hiring of Kellen Marshall as its new assistant basketball coach, bringing extensive experience from Wichita State to the Falcons' program.
The Wyoming Cowboys will face Duquesne and Kent State in Daytona, Florida, on November 22 and 24, 2026, in a historic early‑season series produced by the Gazelle Group.
Duquesne University’s men’s basketball team will play two early‑season games in Daytona Beach, Florida, against Wyoming on November 22 and High Point on November 24, marking historic matchups and a continuation of recent success under head coach Dru Joyce III.
UConn’s upcoming schedule includes games against three top‑ten teams, exhibition contests and high‑profile neutral‑site battles across the country.
Xavier University of Louisiana has named Tyrone Mitchell as its new head coach for the men's basketball program, tapping a veteran who has shaped the team for over ten years.
UConn announces a demanding non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, featuring rematches with South Carolina, Notre Dame and Michigan, as well as exhibitions and neutral‑site events, while marking the first time in over a decade that the Huskies will not play a non‑conference game after New Year’s Eve.
A 2026 graduate of Rowan University, Chris McCarron transitions from a distinguished playing career to an assistant coaching role with the Air Force Falcons, bringing familial connections to the service academy.
For over 15 years, ABC Pilsen has required its athletes to complete academic work before playing, offering enrichment programs and mentorship that have launched former participants into careers in law enforcement, healthcare and more, while partnering with the Chicago Bulls for community events.
Coach Rachelle Sayers unveiled four Montana prospects who will join the Fighting Saints for the 2026‑27 season, a group she believes can restore the program’s dominance in the Frontier Conference.
The Flames will open against High Point in Rock Hill, host Boyce on Nov. 6, compete in a Wilmington round‑robin, and face a host of non‑Division I opponents before conference play.
The Central Michigan men’s basketball squad will spend five days in Toronto, playing three exhibition matches against local colleges, using the time for skill work, bonding and a city tour.
UConn's undefeated 2025‑26 regular season sets the stage for a challenging 2026‑27 nonconference schedule that includes a South Carolina rematch, games against Notre Dame and Tennessee, and a final showdown with LSU in Nashville.