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A pioneering unionization effort by Oregon State women’s basketball players marks the first use of public‑sector state labor laws to seek collective bargaining rights for college athletes, heralding a potential shift in athlete labor relations.
The Razorbacks will open the 2026-27 season with three new nonconference opponents, featuring a home exhibition against Cameron, a rematch with Kansas City and a renewed rivalry with Louisiana-Monroe.
After a successful stint at Langston University, Kevin Kaerwer is back at UTEP, where he will help shape the team’s next chapter as it prepares for the Mountain West transition.
Ohio State’s men’s basketball team will travel to Puerto Rico for two preseason matchups on Aug. 2 and Aug. 3, while also engaging in community activities and a catamaran outing.
The Jayhawks rallied from a massive first‑half deficit, tightened defense, and rode a game‑winning floater from Agbaji to secure the championship and spark a coaching overhaul for the Wildcats.
UCLA’s men’s basketball team adds eight newcomers, including transfers Jaylen Petty, Azavier Robinson, Filip Jović, and Sergej Macura, as well as freshmen Joe Philon III, Javonte Floyd, Gunārs Grīnvalds, and Nikola Kusturica. Coaches highlight their abilities and fit within the program’s culture.
A proposed ordinance targeting street basketball backboards has sparked debate, with locals petitioning and council members seeking compromise.
With forecasts ranging from sixth to seventh place in the Big Ten, Ohio State’s upcoming exhibition games and roster uncertainties set the stage for a pivotal season.
Transfer center Ben Defty, a 2026 All-Patriot League Second Team selection, is set to wear the maroon and gold after a record‑shooting season at Boston University.
Michigan State’s guards and frontcourt players dazzled at the 2026 Moneyball Pro‑Am, with Team Faygo edging a close final. Key performances from Jasiah Jervis, Cam Ward and newcomer Anton Bonke signal a promising season.
The 36th annual Pacesetter Sweet 16 basketball tournament will run August 1‑2 at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, featuring four St. Cloud area teams among the state's top competitors.
A standout basketball player from McHenry, Illinois, Adam Anwar will begin a post‑graduate season at Kimball Union Academy in New Hampshire, aiming to sharpen his game and pursue a pre‑med degree before committing to college.
The Razorbacks will play four exhibition games in the Bahamas starting July 31, streamed on FloSports, as coach John Calipari uses the trip to build chemistry with a young, highly ranked roster.
The university revealed staff changes on July 31, 2026, highlighting Galst’s expanded role and Felsenfeld’s championship pedigree.
Louisville’s 2026‑27 non‑conference slate features eight to nine marquee matchups, including the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, a Detroit showdown with Michigan, and a Thanksgiving clash with Texas Tech, promising both testing battles and title aspirations.
The Montana State women's basketball program has been honored as the 2025‑26 Big Sky Team Academic Champion for the second straight year, posting a 3.76 overall GPA and a conference‑record 57 wins over the past two seasons.
Wichita State has extended head men’s basketball coach Paul Mills’ contract through 2031, recognizing a three‑year run of steady improvement, back‑to‑back postseason appearances, and a culture that blends winning with academic excellence.
The fourth‑annual CareSource Invitational will feature Dayton taking on Xavier and Ohio State facing Cincinnati at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, with proceeds benefiting mental‑health nonprofits.
The University of San Diego’s new $35 million Basketball Performance Center will host a star‑studded clinic, marking a pivotal moment for the Toreros as they chase an NCAA Tournament return after two decades.
Coach Paul Mills’ contract was renewed through 2031 after a 24‑win season and an NIT quarterfinal run, cementing a trajectory that has seen the program climb to second place in the American Athletic Conference
An open practice at First Community Arena gave a glimpse of the SIUE men's basketball team's summer work, emphasizing tempo, organization, and the blend of returning veterans with new talent.
Coach Ross Hodge’s Mountaineers have completed summer workouts as the NCAA’s five‑for‑five rule looms, bringing new transfers, a five‑star recruit and a lone returning player into a roster that could reshape the Big 12 race.
Sarah Strong, UConn’s top returning player and 2024 national player of the year, is sitting out basketball this summer due to Achilles soreness. The decision reflects a careful recovery plan after a season marked by persistent pain and limited minutes.
The RIT Men's Basketball team will travel to Costa Rica for a week‑long tour that blends athletic competition with cultural exploration, featuring two matches against the national pre‑selection squad and a lineup of outdoor adventures.