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Colben Landrew, ranked 25th in the Class of 2026, will represent the United States at the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after committing to UConn in October.
Top 2026 prospect Colben Landrew pledges to UConn and receives a call‑up to the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team for the upcoming AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
UNCW women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a rip current while saving her nephew at Wrightsville Beach. After a dramatic rescue and medical intervention, she has recovered at home and is using her story to warn swimmers of the unseen risks.
Klarke Ransome, a celebrated high school coach, has been appointed head coach of the Ohio Dominican University women's basketball program, promising a new era of competitiveness and culture.
Florida Gulf Coast University announced the hiring of Darrin Wallace, a former Eagle and successful coach at Florida SouthWestern, to lead player development for the upcoming season.
Eastern Michigan University has appointed Selana Ickes as an assistant coach for its women's basketball program, tapping a coach whose tenure at Malone University featured record‑setting offensive performance and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances.
A 6‑foot‑5 wing from West Palm Beach, Florida, Gabe Nesmith has earned a scholarship from Indiana and boasts offers from several elite programs. With a strong high‑school background, including a Chipotle Nationals title and stints at Overtime Elite and Prolific Prep, he is poised for a breakout summer.
Tennessee will host Baylor on Dec. 18 at Bridgestone Arena, followed by a Vanderbilt‑Belmont matchup. Tickets become available May 29 at 11 a.m. ET.
The Orange and Hoosiers meet on Nov. 9 in Indianapolis, reviving a series that includes a 1987 championship game and recent Sweet 16 showdown.
Roscoe Baker, a towering figure in Boston’s basketball history, died at 88, leaving behind a legacy of community service, mentorship, and sporting excellence.
When the San Antonio Spurs took the court during the recent NBA playoffs, a small group of Salesian Sisters from San Antonio turned heads and screens alike, their presence sparking a wave of online fascination.
The sixth edition of the Great Western Summer Classic will run from June 3‑6 at American Fork High School, bringing together elite prep, club and AAU programs from across the Mountain West.
The Knicks' first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years has ignited a citywide frenzy, blending historic on‑court success with unprecedented celebrity involvement and soaring ticket demand.
After a rigorous training camp in Colorado Springs, USA Basketball named a 12‑player roster that opens the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup against Argentina, Brazil and host Mexico, a tournament that could earn a spot at the 2027 World Cup.
Former James Madison standout Peyton McDaniel has inked a professional contract with Landerneau Bretagne Basket in France, bringing her award‑winning college success to the competitive La Boulangère Wonderligue.
Indiana will meet Syracuse at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Nov. 9, 2026, renewing a rivalry that dates back to the 1987 NCAA Championship, while the team also prepares for a later showdown with Kentucky.
All‑time leading scorer Jackson Dzwik has pledged to play men’s basketball at Roosevelt University, linking his collegiate path with that of his brother and sister.
The Pistons Academy will host a basketball camp for children entering third through ninth grade at Forest Hills Eastern High School from June 24‑26, offering daily sessions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a cost of $325 per participant.
Travis Steele's contract extension through 2033‑2034 coincides with a historic run that has seen the Miami RedHawks climb to a No. 19 national ranking, set multiple program records and capture the nation's top mid‑major preseason ranking.
The Jayhawks are set to field a revamped lineup, with transfer Leroy Blyden Jr. expected to anchor both on‑ball and off‑ball responsibilities, while Taylen Kinney is slated for a 28‑minute per‑game role.
The upcoming November 9 matchup pits the Indiana Hoosiers against the Syracuse Orange in a storied series that highlights both programs' championship pedigrees.
The 2026‑27 Kansas Jayhawks will open with a series of high‑profile road tests, including matchups against Kentucky, Villanova and Ohio State, as broadcasters seek marquee games to anchor early-season programming.
The former Iowa State Cyclones standout is the No.1 recruit in the portal, drawing record transfer offers and intense recruitment from Kentucky, while NBA voices urge him to reconsider his next step.
Eight student‑athletes from McIntosh and Starr’s Mill high schools were recognized for their exemplary conduct and received a $1,000 scholarship each.