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Eve Long, ranked fifth in the 2027 class by ESPN, announced her pledge to Notre Dame, bringing size, rebounding and national team experience to a program building a deep recruiting class.
Five‑star prospect Adan Diggs has moved from the 2028 to the 2027 recruiting class, instantly climbing to No. 4 overall and drawing attention from top programs.
The National Association of Basketball Coaches will host its first Flight School at Nike's Portland campus, featuring American University’s Jackie Manuel and a roster of 25 emerging coaching talent.
Temple University announced that assistant coach Courtney Eldridge has been chosen for the first NABC Flight School, an invitation‑only program held near Portland that blends educational panels, mock interviews and networking.
Coach Andy Kennedy announced the commitment of Kaleb Davis, a 6‑foot‑11 center from Memphis, who brings a 61% field‑goal rate and defensive accolades to Birmingham.
Villanova will host Kansas in a two‑year series beginning November 27, 2024, in Lawrence, with a return game slated for the 2027‑28 season. The schedule highlights a revamped Wildcats roster, including transfers and a potential Italian prospect, while Kansas coach Bill Self confirms his 24th season.
The Poland Board of Education has nominated Bella Gajdos for the girls basketball head coaching position, a move that could reshape the program's future after Nick Blanch's promotion to athletic director.
Central Catholic High School has named Matt Kelley its new head coach for the girls basketball program, bringing 23 years of experience and a deep connection to the school community.
Manhattan College announced the addition of senior guard Josiah Sabino, a 6‑5 defender with a strong rebounding record and a 90.9% free‑throw rate, to its 2026‑27 roster.
Morgan State announced the addition of guard Keith Richard, a 6‑foot transfer who averaged 10.4 points per game at South Plains College and earned praise from head coach Kevin Broadus for his shooting, maturity and competitiveness.
Purdue and UConn will meet on Oct. 27 for an exhibition game that marks their first encounter since the 2024 national championship, a contest that also highlights UConn’s ambitious arena upgrade and Purdue’s road‑trip tradition.
Courtney Eldridge, a rising assistant coach in men’s basketball, will take part in the first NABC Flight School, a weekend of panels, mock interviews and networking held at Nike’s Portland campus.
After a fifth‑place ACC finish and an NCAA Tournament berth, Virginia Tech confronts a reshaped roster, blending returning star Carleigh Wenzel with new transfers Alyssa Latham and Natalee Goff, while Coach Megan Duffy seeks the next difference‑maker.
Coach Buddy Brasky announces a summer basketball training camp at Batavia City Schools, offering specialized offensive instruction for middle school and high school athletes.
Rutgers and Syracuse are reportedly in talks to arrange a basketball showdown at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, a venue that usually hosts New York Knicks games and major concerts.
High Point University will open its 2026‑27 men’s basketball campaign on the road, traveling to Baton Rouge to meet Louisiana State University on December 18. The game pits a rising mid‑major program against a traditional powerhouse undergoing reconstruction under a familiar head coach.
The Wolfpack's latest transfer addition elevates their 2026 class to a top‑30 national ranking, but the team still seeks frontcourt depth and a true center before the next season.
Eight ACC teams returned to the postseason in 2026, but Stanford’s loss of star forward Ebuka Okorie leaves the program facing a steep climb, testing both coach Kyle Smith’s patience and the university’s stringent admissions bar.
Game 1 of the Western and Eastern Conference finals went to overtime, featuring stunning comebacks and dominant displays by rising stars.
Notre Dame secures transfer forward Yoro Diallo, adding size and versatility to a roster already ranked No. 61 nationally.
Cameron Carr’s 30‑point showing and Aday Mara’s historic measurements headline a combine that left both standouts and underperformers with major implications for the upcoming draft.
Alexa Lane, a senior at North Lamar High School, has signed to play basketball at Abilene Christian University. In a recent interview she highlighted the role of her parents, Kristy and Clint Lane, and shared a cherished playoff memory while offering advice to younger athletes.
The Boilermakers and Huskies will meet again just months after UConn captured its second straight title, with the game’s location still undecided due to arena work.
The University of North Carolina Wilmington announced its full CAA opponents for the upcoming season, outlining a balanced home‑and‑away slate, broadcast platforms and the path to the conference tournament.