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Despite missing the USA Basketball U18 National Team roster, elite prospect Baba Oladotun has pledged to Maryland, where his size, skill set and budding relationships promise a fresh boost for the program.
Bruce Branch III, a top-ranked freshman, has been selected for USA Basketball’s under-18 men’s national team and will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
When a rip current threatened her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods dived into action — only to find herself fighting for her own life. Rescued and revived after cardiac arrest, she now faces a lengthy recovery, with Cherie Lea taking the helm of the team.
Taylen Kinney’s selection highlights a family‑driven surge in basketball talent, as he commits to Kansas while his teammates include DeMarcus Henry and sister Seini Henry, all set to compete in Mexico.
Despite not making the USA Basketball Men’s U18 roster, top recruit Baba Oladotun is set to join the Maryland Terrapins, where he hopes to build relationships, win a national title and cement his 2027 NBA lottery status.
Taylen Kinney earns a spot on the USA Basketball U18 National Team for the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, bringing a decorated high school career and a commitment to Kansas University. His teammate DeMarcus Henry, son of former NFL player Chris Henry, brings a strong athletic lineage and numerous college offers.
Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward ranked 25th in the Class of 2026, has been selected for the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7. The tournament marks a pivotal step in his transition to college basketball at UConn.
A May rescue at Wrightsville Beach saw Coach Nicole Woods save her nephew from a rip current, survive a prolonged unconscious state, and now recover at home while her associate coach steps in to lead the program.
UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a rip current while rescuing her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, lost consciousness, was revived by paramedics, and is now recovering at home.
Coach Mark Pope called off a planned summer tour of Israel due to regional conflict, but sees the delay as a chance to focus on building a stronger Kentucky Wildcats squad.
Colorado State’s men’s basketball program has locked in its 2026‑27 roster, announcing the addition of River Sawyer, a senior guard from University High School in Greeley, who arrives after a standout high school career that included a Class 4A title and a 26‑point performance in the championship game.
Kinney, a McDonald’s All‑American and former Overtime Elite standout, will represent the United States in Mexico, where the team aims to extend its dominance in the tournament.
Top prospect Milan Momcilovic is deciding whether to withdraw from the NBA Draft, and Kentucky emerges as the front‑runner with a massive NIL package.
Incoming freshmen Jasiah Jervis and Ethan Taylor have earned spots on the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team, set to compete in the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The upcoming Battle of the Bluegrass will be played on December 12 at Rupp Arena, marking the second‑earliest meeting of the storied rivalry in two decades.
Taylen Kinney, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Newport, Kentucky, has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The NBA is set to broaden its draft lottery to include 16 teams and penalize the worst performers, a move that could boost the Lakers' future picks but also adds layers of complexity that critics say may alienate fans. The league's push for intricate rule changes, including a sunset provision set for 2029, has drawn criticism for prioritizing team‑building gymnastics over the simple enjoyment of the game.
Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward from Alabama, has pledged to the University of Connecticut’s men’s basketball program while earning a place on the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
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.