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The Big Ten has released the full slate of opponents for the Wisconsin Badgers, flipping home and road designations from the previous season and confirming Minnesota as a recurring two‑game rival.
The conference released its full slate of opponents, detailing how each team will face one rival twice and 16 others once, ensuring eight home and eight away games against single‑play opponents.
Former Oklahoma star Stacey King, a three‑time NBA champion and beloved Chicago Bulls commentator, died unexpectedly, prompting an outpouring of remembrance across the sport.
The conference announced the home and away opponents for the upcoming season, outlining an 18‑game schedule where each team meets most rivals once, while Minnesota will host and travel to Madison. Game dates, times and broadcast designations will be released in the coming weeks.
The Golden Gophers will face a full Big Ten schedule next season, with two games against Wisconsin and a mix of home and away contests across the Midwest and beyond.
After nearly a century, the University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas will meet again on the hardwood, marking a symbolic return for both programs.
The University of Connecticut announced the hiring of Mike Pegues to fill the assistant coach vacancy left by Luke Murray, who moved to Boston College. Pegues' background, recruiting ties and player‑development skills position him as a key addition for the Huskies' upcoming season.
The Northern Illinois University women's basketball program will host a charity golf outing on June 22 and three summer camps, with registration details and fees outlined.
The Big Ten unveiled its upcoming women's basketball slate, highlighting Michigan State's home and away matchups, the return of All‑Big Ten honorees, and the broader context of the conference's scheduling evolution.
Southern Methodist University will host Oklahoma at Moody Coliseum on Dec. 22, marking the first leg of a two‑year basketball series that also includes a future game in Norman and a football meeting at AT&T Stadium.
Mike Pegues, a standout recruiter from the DMV area, has been hired to replace Luke Murray on the UConn men's basketball coaching staff, bringing his proven ability to develop big men and connect with top local talent.
Mike Pegues, a seasoned recruiter with deep ties to the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region, has been hired as an assistant coach at the University of Connecticut, stepping into the role vacated by Luke Murray who moved to Boston College.
Head coach Joe Tartamella welcomes transfer guard Reina Green, whose collegiate career at Duquesne and Pensacola State highlights her scoring, rebounding and defensive versatility.
Ohio State’s men’s basketball team has arrived on campus and begun summer workouts, revealing a 13‑player roster that blends returning players, transfers and freshmen, with detailed height, weight and jersey number information.
The Nittany Lions have finalized their coaching roster, promoting Brent Scott to associate head coach and appointing Patrick Dorney as chief of staff, while welcoming new faces from the transfer portal.
Indiana University plans to reshape its front court for the 2026‑27 season, with Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu slated to start together, aiming for greater scoring variety, improved rim protection and a strategic shift away from heavy three‑point dependence.
Stacey King, celebrated for his college dominance and NBA success, died unexpectedly on Sunday, prompting tributes from fans and figures across basketball.
The conference has unveiled the opponents for the 2026‑27 women's basketball season, highlighting Illinois' home and away matchups, the Las Vegas tournament finale, and the program's strong performance under coach Shauna Green.
The conference unveiled an 18‑game schedule that includes nine home matchups against Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan State, Minnesota, Nebraska, Penn State, Oregon and Washington, while road games will take the Wildcats to Iowa, Michigan, Ohio State, Purdue, Rutgers, UCLA, USC and Wisconsin. The tournament is set for Las Vegas in 2027.
The Big Ten has released the 2026-27 women's basketball series matchups, highlighting Maryland's home-and-home battle with Ohio State, a slate that includes hosting UCLA and USC, and a season-opening game in Paris.
The Cardinals have finalized their roster for the upcoming season, revealing jersey numbers for a mix of returnees and newcomers.
The University of Michigan announced its full slate of opponents for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting a marquee home game against UConn and a home‑and‑home series with Michigan State.
Coach Mark Pope’s recent recruitment breakthrough underscores the Wildcats’ ambition to secure top talent ahead of the upcoming season.
Kate Bulger, who previously managed equipment and travel for the women's basketball program, has been appointed Director of Operations, leveraging her sport‑management degree and analytics training to shape the team's logistical future.