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Candice Leatherwood, a decorated coach with a strong record at Siena Heights University, has been appointed assistant coach for Niagara University's women's basketball program, bringing her recruiting acumen and player development expertise to the Purple Eagles.
In a joint op‑ed, the university leaders warn that raising the spending cap would tilt the playing field toward wealthier programs and diminish the sport’s unpredictable charm.
The program is evaluating transfers Isaiah Langham, Luke Paragon, N’famara Dabo, Charlie O’Sullivan and Jeremiah Jenkins, each bringing distinct skills that could reshape Michigan’s lineup.
The Illini have set their conference slate, with Northwestern as the only double‑play opponent, while a reshuffled non‑conference schedule aims to test the team against top competition.
Elon University announced the hiring of Steve Robinson, a coach with over 40 years of Division I experience and three national championships, as Special Assistant to the Head Coach of the men's basketball team.
John Gallagher announced the signing of Novak Manojlovic, a 6‑8 forward from Bosnia and Herzegovina, who will join the team while pursuing a communications degree.
Seton Hall's women's basketball program received a Special Mention from the Women's Basketball Coaches Association for its academic performance, posting a 3.297 GPA that placed it just outside the Top 25. Meanwhile, Green Bay, coached by Kayla Karius, topped NCAA Division I with a 3.965 cumulative GPA.
The alumni squads of Kansas and Kansas State will meet again on Wednesday night at Lee Arena, with a potential third game looming later in the week.
Coach Jan Jensen's Iowa program is chasing the top-ranked 2029 prospect, Kristen Winston, in a recruiting battle that could redefine the team's trajectory.
A detailed look at the legal challenges faced by Zee Spearman, her plea agreements, and the ongoing implications for her career in the Upshot League and beyond.
Iowa’s schedule features five high‑major opponents, with a marquee matchup against Alabama in Des Moines, as Coach Ben McCollum looks to blend fan engagement with competitive testing.
Over the weekend Kentucky’s basketball program announced multiple scholarship offers to top prospects in the 2027 and 2028 classes, highlighting an aggressive recruitment drive during the live scouting period.
The upcoming preseason clash will bring the Colonials back to the Charles E. Smith Center for a 6 p.m. showdown against the Hoyas, a game that could finally break a nearly five‑decade drought.
The team posted a 3.36 GPA, with seven players earning academic all‑conference honors and four receiving All‑District recognition.
Jordan Page, a 6‑foot‑6 wing currently at IMG Academy, has received a scholarship offer from Kentucky and is narrowing his college options based on winning potential and production.
Gardner‑Webb’s women’s basketball program receives special mention in the WBCA Academic Top 25, underscoring a 3.57 team GPA and conference‑wide scholarly achievement.
The University of Tennessee has released its nonconference slate for the upcoming season, highlighting home openers, a marquee tournament and a demanding road slate.
Coach Jan Jensen’s staff has offered Kristen Winston, the nation’s top‑ranked 2029 prospect, a scholarship, placing Iowa among the elite programs courting the Birmingham guard.
The Vols have announced a 14‑game non‑conference schedule that could expand to 15 contests, featuring seven power‑five opponents, a home series with Michigan State, a road test at Purdue, and a Thanksgiving tournament in Las Vegas.
The University of Oklahoma will host Arizona State University on December 5 in Tulsa. Ticket sales begin July 27, with a season‑ticket holder presale on July 23. The game pits Coach Porter Moser’s sixth‑year Sooners against first‑year Coach Randy Bennett’s Sun Devils.
The University of Miami’s men’s basketball team is shaping up for the 2026‑27 season with a roster that mixes proven veterans, impactful newcomers and promising fresh talent.
The University of Texas and the University of Miami will meet in Houston for a neutral-site basketball game on December 12, 2026, marking the 100th meeting of a series that has seesawed across the country.
The 18‑year‑old Slovenian guard, celebrated for his shooting and playmaking, will join Wake Forest's 2026‑27 squad after a standout season with Partizan Belgrade.
A top basketball prospect from Barcelona has pledged to play for Duke, bringing elite stats and high expectations to the program.