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Head coach Kelsi Musick is reshaping the Arkansas women's basketball program with a focus on defense, hiring Dionnah Jackson‑Durrett as coordinator and leveraging analytics to build a more aggressive, athletic roster.
Coach Kelsi Musick is focusing on defense, hiring Dionnah Jackson‑Durrett, and using analytics to build a competitive roster for the upcoming season.
Davis Steel, riding a perfect 3‑0 streak, will meet The Mecca, a Long Beach squad with a 3‑1 record, in a FS1‑televised championship game that could set up a $2 million showdown against La Familia.
UMBC announced the hiring of Sean Neal, a decorated assistant coach with a track record of success at St. Bonaventure, to round out Jim Ferry’s staff.
James Madison University revealed its full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting 17 home contests, exhibitions against Commonwealth rivals, and a road test at Kentucky that doubles as a homecoming for head coach Preston Spradlin.
The league released its full slate of conference games on July 30, confirming 14 matchups per team and a March tournament that will crown a champion and send an automatic NCAA bid.
The Oregon Ducks have announced their 2026‑27 schedule, featuring a three‑game stint at the Cancun Challenge in Mexico, with key players Katie Fiso and Ari Long leading a squad determined to break through to the Sweet 16.
Illinois State University announced multi‑year extensions for women's basketball head coach Kristen Gillespie and men's basketball head coach Ryan Pedon, locking both leaders in through 2031 after a decade of unprecedented postseason success.
The Mocs announce a six‑game home slate, SEC showdowns and a Thanksgiving tournament, aiming to test the team before conference play.
Troy University announced the addition of center Afonso Pacheco to its 2026‑27 roster, highlighting his stint with E.C. Pinheiros and championship experience in Brazil's top leagues.
The Le Moyne College men's basketball team has announced its full Northeast Conference schedule, featuring 16 games with home and away matchups, opening at LIU and concluding with home games against Wagner and FDU.
Temple University's men's basketball team will travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands for the 2026 Paradise Jam, opening against Middle Tennessee before a potential matchup with Indiana State or Stephen F. Austin and concluding with a bracket‑determined opponent.
A security camera captured four individuals removing a church‑owned basketball hoop, and the congregation is asking the public for assistance.
Louisiana Tech announced the hiring of Adam Schwartz, a seasoned coach with a record of success across multiple programs, to lead the Bulldogs' men's basketball staff for the 2026‑27 season.
Kentucky’s women’s team boasts an eight‑player rotation, elite shooters like Asia Boone and Emily McDonald, and a lively off‑court atmosphere that could carry them to the Elite Eight.
Binghamton University announced the appointment of Jocelin Wright, a former head coach at Tompkins Cortland Community College and Division II standout, to its women's basketball staff, citing her proven leadership and deep ties to New York basketball.
After more than ten years playing professionally abroad, Maika Usita has come home to Maui to lead the boys basketball program at Haleakala Waldorf School, emphasizing resilience, community, and long‑term personal growth.
The United States women's 3x3 basketball team is set to compete in the 2026 FIBA 3x3 Women’s Series in Tokyo, marking its return to the global stage after a period away from international competition.
Arkansas forward Miikka Muurinen is waiting for NCAA approval to compete, though he can still practice with the team while the process unfolds.
Dozens of former NCAA athletes, including three from North Carolina State, have launched a legal challenge to obtain an extra season of play, arguing that the new eligibility rule should apply retroactively.
From a Sweet 16 title in high school to a defensive anchor for the Wildcats, Jerone Morton returns home with a clear mission and gratitude for the opportunity.
Muurinen, a 5‑star recruit from Finland, is cleared to practice but remains uncertain for the team's first overseas game.
The Cardinals and Wolverines will meet in Detroit on Dec. 5, 2026, before Louisville returns to Kentucky for a December 12 showdown at Rupp Arena.
From August 6 to 13, the University of Hawai'i men's basketball squad will face professional clubs in Sydney, engage with local communities, and explore iconic sites, underscoring a new era of international collaboration.