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The Atlantic 10 Conference announced the hiring of Kristi Vera as its new Coordinator of Women’s Basketball Officiating, entrusting her with oversight of all officiating matters for the league’s women’s basketball competitions.
Three Midwest colleges — Grinnell, Greenville and Covenant — have built a reputation for a relentless, full‑court tempo known as the ‘System.’ The approach fuels high scores, maximizes minutes for every roster member and raises questions about its viability beyond Division III.
The Beavers announced the arrival of Derek Saich, Ryan Noriego, Shawn Moore, Jackson Wegner and Cam McCoy, each bringing unique collegiate experience.
The Crimson Tide will contest nine home and nine away conference matchups, opening the season against Arkansas State and playing a preseason game in Birmingham before the regular season begins.
Danny Ainge’s legendary college career will be honored with a 2026 induction into the Naismith Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, highlighting his records, leadership and lasting impact on the game.
Quinyotta Pettaway, a former Clemson women's basketball forward, passed away on July 11 at 33. Her collegiate career, roots in North Carolina, and recent coaching role at her alma mater illustrate a journey of athletic excellence and community commitment.
Grace Hunter joins Old Dominion University's women's basketball staff to lead strength and conditioning initiatives, leveraging a distinguished playing career and recent coaching experience.
Fans can purchase all‑tournament passes and individual championship game tickets for the 2026 Players Era men’s basketball event, which will feature 24 teams across two venues in November.
Virginia head coach Aaron Roussell announced the appointment of LaDerica “LD” Paul as the program’s new director of basketball operations, citing her organizational talent and magnetic personality.
Tubby Smith's induction celebrates a three‑decade career that reshaped college basketball across multiple programs.
The University of Florida has unveiled its 2026‑27 men's basketball slate, highlighting 16 home contests, a marquee SEC‑ACC Challenge clash with Duke, and participation in the Players Era 8 Tournament in Las Vegas.
Michigan State’s men’s and women’s teams will face Gonzaga in a doubleheader on December 19, 2026, at Acrisure Arena, with tickets going on sale July 15, 2026.
Former Memphis coach Tubby Smith will be honored in Kansas City this October as part of the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame’s 2026 class, capping a career marked by championships, record‑setting wins and a rare ability to lead five programs to the NCAA tournament.
A preseason exhibition game will bring together two longtime mentors, showcasing their shared history and the anticipation of fans.
The University of Washington men's basketball program secures the pledge of Brazilian forward Wini Braga, while also welcoming Croatian forward Boris Tisma and Australian guard Tristan Devers, signaling a strategic push toward global competitiveness.
Molly Miller is redefining the Arizona State women’s basketball program by prioritizing culture, community involvement and player development over immediate wins.
Uche Izoje, a rising sophomore center for Syracuse women's basketball, has been selected among ESPN's top ten breakout candidates for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign, highlighting the impact of her record‑setting freshman season and her commitment to returning for a second year.
Walt Hazzard, who anchored UCLA’s first national title in 1964, was recently inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. His career spanned championship glory, a solid NBA run, and a coaching stint that produced an NIT crown, leaving a lasting imprint on the sport.
Glen Rice, who led Michigan to its first NCAA championship in 1989 and enjoyed a 15‑year NBA career, was announced as one of six inductees for the 2026 Hall of Fame, cementing his place among the sport’s greatest alumni.
Former Maryland coach Mark Turgeon's recent comments about the program's limited appeal have sparked a broader conversation about the Terrapins' place in modern college basketball.
Mike Boynton Jr. adds Mike Martin to his coaching roster, bringing a decade‑plus track record of player development and Ivy League recognition to a Wolverines program fresh off a national championship.
A historic matchup arrives on Dec. 19, 2026, when Maryland welcomes South Carolina to Baltimore's CFG Bank Arena, reviving a rivalry that dates back to 1924 and highlighting a new era under head coach Buzz Williams.
The University of North Carolina has suspended its review of potential renovations to the Smith Center basketball arena, with no timeline for restart. Athletic director Steve Newmark points to NIL deals and rising operating costs as dominant concerns.
The camp runs Aug. 10‑12 from 4‑7 p.m., costs $100, and offers instruction from experienced coaches.