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Season tickets for the 2026‑27 Illinois Fighting Illini women's basketball campaign are on sale at $65 each, with renewal required by June 5 and additional inventory dropping on June 29.
After being pulled under for several minutes while saving her nephew, Coach Nicole Woods emerged from the ICU with a clean bill of health and a renewed mission to raise awareness about rip currents.
Eddy Wagner, a 31‑year‑old former assistant, succeeds Tim Adams as head coach of Park Tudor’s basketball team, bringing seven years of experience, a health‑wellness teaching role, and a vision for pressure defense and fast‑paced offense.
Yoro Diallo’s recent signing adds a versatile front‑court piece to Notre Dame’s roster, linking him with former Winthrop teammate Logan Duncomb and coach Micah Shrewsberry.
Jackson Johnson, a former Division I guard and successful coach at The Newman School, has been named head coach of IMG Academy’s boys basketball national team, succeeding Sean McAloon and bringing a proven track record of player development and championship success.
A standout season for the Friars culminates in a state championship and individual accolades for Korey Francis.
The Wildcats must navigate a shifting roster, potential transfers, and an evolving draft landscape before the fall semester.
Jordan Anderson succeeds Jordan Cresap as head coach of the Wadena‑Deer Creek girls basketball team, bringing eight years of assistant experience, a state championship pedigree, and high praise from Activities Director Norm Gallant.
The latest All-Delco Boys Basketball Teams recognize standout performers from Bonner & Prendergast, Haverford School, Archbishop Carroll and many others, with first‑team, second‑team and third‑team honorees plus a long list of honorable mentions.
Arizona’s roster hinges on Koa Peat’s draft decision and a potential pursuit of sharpshooter Milan Momcilovic, with the NBA draft deadline looming.
A handful of elite prospects face pivotal decisions that could dramatically alter team fortunes in the upcoming season.
With a May 27 deadline looming, a handful of top prospects must decide between turning professional or staying in college, a choice that will dramatically affect their teams' championship hopes.
Key players are deciding between professional entry and collegiate stay, influencing team strength and the upcoming season's narrative.
Game 5 of the Conference Championship pits the San Antonio Spurs against the Oklahoma Thunder, with key injuries and a light‑hearted bubble‑gum prediction shaping the narrative.
Kentucky’s planned summer basketball trip to Israel was canceled due to conflict, leaving Coach Mark Pope to reconsider the team's overseas plans.
Kentucky’s head coach Mark Pope said the team is leaning toward not embarking on a summer tour this year, missing out on potential exhibition games that could aid roster adjustments.
Amilleon Huguley, a standout basketball player from LaFayette, has signed with Southern Union State Community College, citing proximity to home and academic opportunities as key factors in his decision.
Fans are buzzing as Iowa and UConn announce a two‑year series that will open in Storrs or Hartford and conclude in Iowa’s Carver‑Hawkeye Arena.
The Wolverines are managing the recoveries of L.J. Cason, Lincoln Cosby and Jalen Reed, each dealing with distinct injuries. A multidisciplinary team is using advanced monitoring tools and a focus on mental well‑being to guide personalized rehabilitation, keeping the players central to next season’s ambitions.
University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while rescuing her 8‑year‑old nephew from a rip current at Wrightsville Beach. Her story highlights the hidden dangers of ocean currents and her advocacy for water safety.
After a family outing turned into a life‑threatening emergency, Coach Nicole Woods was pulled under the surf, lost her pulse, and required five minutes of CPR before regaining consciousness. She now speaks out about the hidden danger of rip currents.
UNCW women’s basketball coach Nicole Woods was pulled unconscious from the ocean after a rip current swept her while trying to rescue her nephew. She is now hospitalized but expected to fully recover.
Ten programs aim to rebound in 2026‑27 by leveraging the transfer portal, key transfers and coaching changes are highlighted.
Silas Graham, Ian Williams, Kam Jackson, Mikey Mita and Grayson Golek have turned the spotlight on Delaware County’s basketball talent, each leaving a distinct mark on their teams and the sport.