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NC State announces a 13‑game non‑conference schedule that pits the Wolfpack against top NCAA tournament teams, with home games at Reynolds Coliseum and road trips across the Southeast.
Tyler Parker, who guided the Page County Panthers to back‑to‑back winning seasons and a regional tournament win, announced his departure to spend more time with his wife and three young children. The school district is now actively recruiting a new coach.
The New York Times published an erroneous March 2023 article linking former Alabama basketball player Kai Spears to a fatal shooting, sparking a defamation trial that revealed procedural failures and emotional harm to the player's family.
After guiding the Miami Hurricanes to a 26‑9 season and an NCAA Tournament berth, coach Jai Lucas secured a contract extension with a raise. His success coincides with football coach Mario Cristobal’s arrival, a 13‑3 campaign and a College Football Playoff appearance, reshaping the university’s athletic landscape.
Javon Bardwell, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward from the Overtime Elite program, has moved from the 2027 to the 2026 class, reopening his recruitment while citing gratitude to Kansas coaches and the opportunities presented by the NCAA’s new 5‑for‑5 eligibility rule.
The Hawkeyes are blending transfers and returning stars as they chase a tournament résumé that could secure a 2026‑27 March Madness berth.
The ‘Stop the Killing’ tournament in Harlem brought together local youth, community leaders and city officials to counter rising gun violence through basketball, free hair‑braiding services and formal recognitions.
The Terrell Academy Lady Eagles clinched the GIAA Class 3A state basketball championship in Columbus, a triumph highlighted by Coach Eric Israel’s praise of teamwork and fan support.
The Bulldogs welcome Javon Bennett and Chauncey Wiggins while facing eligibility challenges with Nathan de Sousa and Izan Almansa, shaping a crowded rotation for the upcoming campaign.
Madison‑Ridgeland Academy will honor former star guard Josh Hubbard with a jersey retirement during the halftime of its September 4 football game against Hartfield Academy.
Latvia secured a 92-80 win over Greece in the FIBA U16 EuroBasket 2026 quarter‑final, a result that marks the nation's first ever appearance in the tournament's latter stage and highlights Berrouet's elite scoring display.
Russell Westbrook, the Triple‑Double King, has hung up his sneakers after 18 NBA seasons, leaving behind a record‑setting legacy.
Markus Kerr, a highly ranked small forward, has trimmed his list to five schools. Maryland’s offer, coach Steve Roccaforte’s praise, and the program’s identity under Buzz Williams keep the Terps in the mix amid fierce competition.
A lawsuit filed in federal court claims that Indiana University dismissed longtime trainer Tim Garl at age 68 to replace him with a younger staff member, raising questions of age bias
Fordham University’s women’s basketball program has released its full slate of 13 non‑conference games for the upcoming 2026‑27 season, a schedule that blends early‑season home comforts with a series of challenging road excursions.
St. John’s coach Rick Pitino is poised to convert another college standout into an NBA first‑round pick, with guard Tounde Yessoufou projected as a 2027 draft prospect.
Kyle Yost joins the St. Scholastica Saints as head coach, leveraging a strong background in Division III coaching and AAU player development
The Falcons reveal a full slate of games, including exhibition matches, key rivalries and the upcoming MAC tournament in Cleveland.
The University of Akron has unveiled its 2026‑27 Mid‑American Conference slate, setting the stage for a competitive run by the Zips on the hardwood.
The Bearcats traded their practice court for a 2.5‑mile walk through Downtown Binghamton’s Freedom Trail, linking their athletic journey to the city’s abolitionist and civil‑rights heritage.
The new schedule highlights 14 home contests, a mix of non‑conference powerhouses and MAC rivals, and culminates with the conference tournament in Ohio’s capital.
Oklahoma State will open its preseason with a home game against Tulsa on Oct. 23, followed by a Hall of Honor ceremony and a matchup against Wisconsin, as the Cowboys expand their schedule and welcome back a strong Tulsa roster.
Chanda Rigby's career spanned transformative years at Pensacola State and Troy, culminating in a 2026 Hall of Fame induction that celebrates her record‑breaking achievements and lasting influence on the sport.
Seth Trimble, a former North Carolina guard, is set to play for Louisville in 2026–27 after a court ruling granted him a fifth year of eligibility, joining a transfer class that could finally break the program’s long‑standing NCAA tournament slump.