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Veteran coach Jason Piepho resigns from Howell High School's girls basketball program to focus on his role at General Motors, ending a career defined by championships and family milestones.
The university announced the hiring of Darrin Wallace, a former player and coach with a record of developing Division I talent, to the men’s basketball coaching staff.
Huntingdon College has appointed Carson Long as its new head coach for the men’s basketball team, a move that brings a proven winning record, a deep connection to the campus, and a commitment to holistic student development.
Freshman forward Colben Landrew, a top‑ranked Class of 2026 recruit, has earned a spot on the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler announced the addition of guard Justin Pippen, highlighting his experience and high‑level performance after two seasons at Michigan and Cal.
Freshman forward Quentin Coleman, a Gatorade Missouri Player of the Year, has been named to the 12‑player roster for the 2026 FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup, set to take place in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
A civil complaint filed in Kentucky details 18 counts of negligence, assault and violations of the state civil rights act, accusing school leaders of ignoring repeated abuse by coach Sean Woods and attempting to hide the misconduct.
Despite missing the USA Basketball U18 National Team roster, elite prospect Baba Oladotun has pledged to Maryland, where his size, skill set and budding relationships promise a fresh boost for the program.
Bruce Branch III, a top-ranked freshman, has been selected for USA Basketball’s under-18 men’s national team and will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
When a rip current threatened her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods dived into action — only to find herself fighting for her own life. Rescued and revived after cardiac arrest, she now faces a lengthy recovery, with Cherie Lea taking the helm of the team.
Taylen Kinney’s selection highlights a family‑driven surge in basketball talent, as he commits to Kansas while his teammates include DeMarcus Henry and sister Seini Henry, all set to compete in Mexico.
Despite not making the USA Basketball Men’s U18 roster, top recruit Baba Oladotun is set to join the Maryland Terrapins, where he hopes to build relationships, win a national title and cement his 2027 NBA lottery status.
Taylen Kinney earns a spot on the USA Basketball U18 National Team for the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, bringing a decorated high school career and a commitment to Kansas University. His teammate DeMarcus Henry, son of former NFL player Chris Henry, brings a strong athletic lineage and numerous college offers.
Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward ranked 25th in the Class of 2026, has been selected for the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7. The tournament marks a pivotal step in his transition to college basketball at UConn.
A May rescue at Wrightsville Beach saw Coach Nicole Woods save her nephew from a rip current, survive a prolonged unconscious state, and now recover at home while her associate coach steps in to lead the program.
UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a rip current while rescuing her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, lost consciousness, was revived by paramedics, and is now recovering at home.
Coach Mark Pope called off a planned summer tour of Israel due to regional conflict, but sees the delay as a chance to focus on building a stronger Kentucky Wildcats squad.
Colorado State’s men’s basketball program has locked in its 2026‑27 roster, announcing the addition of River Sawyer, a senior guard from University High School in Greeley, who arrives after a standout high school career that included a Class 4A title and a 26‑point performance in the championship game.
Kinney, a McDonald’s All‑American and former Overtime Elite standout, will represent the United States in Mexico, where the team aims to extend its dominance in the tournament.
Top prospect Milan Momcilovic is deciding whether to withdraw from the NBA Draft, and Kentucky emerges as the front‑runner with a massive NIL package.
Incoming freshmen Jasiah Jervis and Ethan Taylor have earned spots on the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team, set to compete in the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The upcoming Battle of the Bluegrass will be played on December 12 at Rupp Arena, marking the second‑earliest meeting of the storied rivalry in two decades.
Taylen Kinney, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Newport, Kentucky, has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The NBA is set to broaden its draft lottery to include 16 teams and penalize the worst performers, a move that could boost the Lakers' future picks but also adds layers of complexity that critics say may alienate fans. The league's push for intricate rule changes, including a sunset provision set for 2029, has drawn criticism for prioritizing team‑building gymnastics over the simple enjoyment of the game.