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UCLA's women's basketball team captured its first national championship, but the victory is tempered by the departure of longtime assistant coach Tasha Brown, who is moving to the University of Washington.
Retired Minneapolis elementary gym teacher Tonyas Chavers traveled to Knoxville, Tennessee, to attend the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 induction, celebrating a career that broke barriers for Black women in sports.
The Bearcats guard will attend a four‑day elite basketball camp in Las Vegas, where he will train alongside Jayson Tatum and other top prospects, building on a strong freshman season at Utah State.
Syracuse University has offered a scholarship to Skye Ragoo, a standout guard from Christ the King High School, as he continues to climb the national rankings.
In Istanbul, a teenage center’s defensive masterclass eclipses a 2014 benchmark, while the tournament’s all‑time block record remains out of reach.
With only two returning starters, the Griffins are using the summer to reshape their backcourt and frontcourt, targeting the defensive and shooting improvements that helped them allow under 33 points per game last year.
After eight years, the Mountaineers welcome native daughter Alexis Bordas, whose impressive freshman stats and record‑breaking game against Pitt signal a hopeful future for women's basketball in the state.
From exhibition games in Evansville and Montreal to NBA contracts for rising Hoosiers, the latest developments signal a dynamic season ahead for Indiana University’s basketball and other sports programs.
The NCAA's recent '5-for-5' legislation reshapes college eligibility, giving student‑athletes five years to play five years. For Oklahoma State, the change opens the door for several returning players and a notable international center to remain in the lineup longer.
North Carolina will meet NC State on Dec. 15 at the Greensboro Coliseum, a game highlighted by reporter Cory Smith and a later conference rematch in Chapel Hill, as the Tar Heels aim to build momentum under coach Michael Malone.
The Tar Heels will face Illinois at Bridgestone Arena on Jan. 30 as part of the Nashville Hoops Showdown, while the article explores the Palestra and historic baseball parks as potential future stages for UNC athletics.
From a modest ranking to a top‑thirty prospect, Kager Knueppel's blend of size, skill and personal resolve has Duke and onlookers watching closely.
Nate Ament was drafted 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, and his flawless first pitch at a Brewers game contrasted with the missed attempts of other athletes such as Victor Wembanyama, John Wall and Malik Willis.
Mimi Thiero, a senior at Quaker Valley High School, has been named the Post-Gazette Athlete of the Year for girls, highlighting a career marked by three WPIAL titles, two PIAA state championships, and a commitment to the University of Maryland.
With Dusty May gone to the Dallas Mavericks, Michigan's basketball program under new head coach Mike Boynton is focusing on retaining key players and promising freshmen to maintain championship aspirations.
Up to four former University of Northern Colorado players could join the Las Vegas Summer League, joining NBA rookie Dalton Knecht and other prospects.
A 6‑foot‑2 wing from Kansas City, ranked ninth in her class, impressed coaches during a campus visit, highlighting her potential to fill gaps left by departing seniors.
The Miners are integrating ten newcomers, including transfers from Clarendon College and players from Angola and Nigeria, while establishing chemistry under Coach Keitha Adams before the upcoming season.
Hunter Dickinson inks a two‑way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, joining their summer league roster in Las Vegas after a standout college and G League season.
After a breakout season that earned First Team All‑Big Ten honors, Ava Heiden is using the offseason to refine her free throws, footwork and post moves while staying focused on the Hawkeyes’ collective goals.
The Nets selected versatile forward Joshua Jefferson with the 28th overall pick after a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, but analysts question his role behind Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle.
Publisher Alec Busse discusses the Cyclone Alert's preview of Iowa State basketball, highlighting a deep roster and the impact of incoming freshman Dorian Rinaldo-Komlan.
The June 27 ceremony in Knoxville honored Pat Summitt’s enduring impact on women’s basketball, featuring tributes from family, former players, and peers.
Over 70 teams converged in Edwardsville for a three‑day tournament that emphasized growth, family involvement, and exposure ahead of the November season kickoff.