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The Southeastern Conference has released its 2027 women's basketball schedule, outlining each team's 16-game slate, including rotating opponents and a marquee home-and-away series for LSU, with the season culminating in a tournament in Greenville, South Carolina.
The University of South Carolina announced its full slate of SEC opponents for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting home matchups against top‑ranked teams and a road journey that includes trips to Oklahoma, Texas and Vanderbilt, while also celebrating the program’s historic success under head coach Dawn Staley.
The Southeastern Conference released its 2026‑27 women’s basketball schedule on June 16, 2026, outlining a 16‑game conference season and the location of the tournament in Greenville, South Carolina.
After a massive turnover, Penn State adds eight newcomers and two international players, aiming to reshape the lineup and compete in the upcoming season.
Kelsi Andrews helped the U.S. National Team secure its third straight gold at the 2026 FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup, adding to a breakout summer that also features Joyce Edwards' recent 3x3 World Cup victory.
The University of South Carolina has extended scholarship offers to five top‑ranked 2028 basketball prospects, including four from South Carolina and one from North Carolina. The recruits, ranked among the nation’s best, bring a mix of accolades and future potential that could reshape the team’s trajectory.
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, analysts have released a preliminary Top 25 that spotlights returning stars, fresh transfers and the impact of international recruits across the nation.
The school announced Pool's appointment for the 2026-27 season, highlighting his deep roots in the community and extensive coaching background.
Kennedy‑King College in Chicago will host the NJCAA Region 4 Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments for the next two seasons, featuring semi‑finals and championship games.
In his inaugural year, Coach Greg Boozer of the Navarre Raider boys basketball team likens his strategy to a menu, stressing the importance of choices and the need for players to make the best decisions on the court.
The 2026‑27 Big 12 season promises a reshaped landscape, with title contenders emerging amid a wave of player movement.
Fresh off their first national championship, the UCLA women’s basketball team will face Canada’s Senior Women’s National team in British Columbia this July, a matchup that underscores the event’s significance for both programs.
Arkansas has secured a verbal commitment from Real Madrid’s 6‑foot‑11 center Ilia Frolov, a prospect who brings 13.5 points and 7.4 rebounds per game from Spain’s Liga U. The pledge comes as coach John Calipari continues to stack talent ahead of his third season in Fayetteville. Meanwhile, Kentucky has announced that its 2026‑27 campaign will open with a historic matchup against the Manhattan Jaspers, a program steeped in college‑basketball lore.
Ahead of the upcoming campaign, USF men's basketball coach Chris Mack has assembled a 15‑player roster heavy on transfers and seasoned talent, aiming to forge a cohesive unit through summer workouts and a shared defensive identity.
After capturing the NCAA Division II national title, Gannon University men's basketball head coach Easton Bazzoli unveiled a seven‑player class that blends proven transfers with highly touted freshmen, setting the stage for another championship run.
The 2026 NBA Draft at Brooklyn's Barclays Center could see Michigan send three players to the first round, a milestone that would echo the program's 1990 achievement.
Duke's roster retains key players like Patrick Ngongba, Cayden Boozer and Dame Sarr, while adding high‑profile recruits and benefiting from strong coaching continuity, positioning the Blue Devils among the nation's elite.
After an early exit in the NCAA Tournament, the Hokies are reshaping their squad with key transfers and returning standouts, aiming for a stronger campaign beginning in November.
The University of Arkansas has released its full conference slate for the upcoming season, highlighting home games against a slate of SEC rivals, a double showdown with Mississippi State, and a March tournament in Greenville, South Carolina.
From August 11 to 21, the Columbia Lions will play exhibition games, explore historic sites and engage with local communities as part of a strategic preparation for the 2026‑27 season.
Zack Sims, a Louisville native and former University of Louisville manager of both men's and women's basketball, has accepted a graduate‑assistant role on Bellarmine University's women's basketball staff, aiming to help sustain a winning culture.
Auburn’s upcoming non-conference slate features marquee matchups against Arizona, Kansas, West Virginia and other powerhouses, strategically placed to enhance the team’s postseason prospects.
Troy University has appointed Kyle Roane, a coach with over 30 years of experience, as an assistant basketball coach. His extensive background includes formative roles at Southeastern Louisiana, Southern Miss, and several high schools, where he helped develop award‑winning players and guided teams to winning seasons.
Indiana University has officially offered Xavier Young, a 6-foot-10 center from Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy, as the program looks to replenish its frontcourt.