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Colby College has appointed Adrienne Shibles as its new head coach for women’s basketball, tapping a leader whose career spans nearly three decades of success at elite liberal‑arts institutions and a deep connection to Maine’s basketball community.
Harvard announces a 29‑game campaign that blends challenging out‑of‑conference matchups with a full Ivy League slate, aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament while blending returning veterans with new talent.
Kansas basketball is scouting the transfer portal for a frontcourt upgrade, and the name most frequently whispered in the hallways of the university is Jaxon Kohler. A Utah native who spent two seasons at Michigan State before a stint in the NBA Summer League with the Utah Jazz, Kohler brings size, rebounding grit and a proven track record that aligns with the Jayhawks’ need for depth. His potential landing spot, however, is not set in stone; BYU has emerged as the frontrunner, a development that intensifies the ripple effect on the Cougars’ own roster. Enter Keba Keita, the Malian forward who has already entered the portal after two seasons at BYU in which he started every game, averaged more than seven rebounds and shot above 67% from the field, and posted a career‑high 1.8 blocks per game. Keita’s defensive skill set could be a boon for Kansas, but his arrival would also crowd a frontcourt already strained by injury; Paul Mbiya is slated to return as a reserve, while Christian Reeves’ shoulder surgery has delayed his debut. Adding to the mix, Mihailo Mušikić, a committed Jayhawks big man, is currently ineligible, leaving the coaching staff to weigh the merits of Keita, Mbiya and Reeves for the limited minutes available. Coach Bill Self has hinted that the competition for the center spot will be decided on merit, meaning the best performer among the three will earn the role, a scenario that could reshape the team’s interior dynamics. If Kohler ultimately commits to BYU, the Cougars could see a reshuffling that might jeopardize Keita’s return to Provo, a twist that underscores how transfer portal moves are increasingly intertwined across programs.
Xavier University announces the promotion of Tyrone Mitchell to head coach of its men's basketball team, highlighting his extensive playing and coaching background, recent successes, and the leadership perspectives of university officials.
Evans Barning Jr. has left West Virginia University to join Navarro College, prompting the Mountaineers to adjust their roster ahead of a November 2 opener against Niagara.
Benjamin Pearce, a former Emory University guard, has filed a federal class‑action lawsuit against the NCAA, arguing that the association’s eligibility rules unfairly deny a fifth year of competition to athletes who began their collegiate careers in the 2022 freshman class.
The 50th reunion of the Harry James Summer Basketball League brought together over 200 former players, city leaders and fans at Elmwood Park, highlighting the league’s impact on East Orange’s basketball legacy.
Coach Michael Malone announced a December 15, 2026, non‑conference matchup against NC State, part of a two‑year Tobacco Road Classic that will see the Tar Heels and Wolfpack meet twice in the 2026‑27 season.
After a decade‑long hiatus, the Tar Heels and Wolfpack will meet again in December 2026, with Malone eager to avenge a recent loss.
Crosscourt, a basketball fitness club that blends technology with premium training, has raised $2 million to open a new location in Miami, offering pickup games, performance classes and a stats‑tracking app that ties competitive play to health benefits.
A Colorado federal court decision grants high‑school Class of 2022 players a fifth year of eligibility, sparking lawsuits, appeals and uncertainty for the NCAA and college programs nationwide.
Joe Lunardi’s latest bracketology places Virginia Tech’s men’s basketball team in the ‘Next Four Out’ bracket, ranking them among teams 81 to 84 for the 2026‑27 NCAA Tournament. The roster retains key contributors, but a demanding non‑conference slate and the loss of a Duke matchup raise questions about their tournament prospects.
Syracuse announces its non‑conference slate, featuring a November 15 home clash with Canisius, a season‑opening game versus Sacred Heart, an ACC/SEC Challenge meeting with Oklahoma, and an exhibition in Connecticut against UConn
The University of Idaho men's basketball team prepares to defend its Big Sky championship with a 20‑game conference schedule, featuring road trips, a homecoming matchup and a March tournament in Boise.
Top-ranked 2027 prospect Beckham Black has pledged to the Arkansas Razorbacks, a move that could reshape the program’s trajectory under John Calipari and bolster its NBA talent pipeline.
In a rare public appearance, Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd discuss the authenticity of their long‑standing relationship, their shared journey from college to the WNBA, and the historic UConn championship that defined their partnership.
Indiana University’s basketball program showcased a promising summer, highlighted by transfer guard Markus Burton’s impressive displays and the program’s growing international presence.
The upcoming season will test Wichita State’s depth and adaptability as star guard Kenyon Giles prepares to dominate minutes at shooting guard under coach Paul Mills.
Iowa’s basketball program is entering the 2026‑27 season with renewed optimism, driven by a strong Elite Eight finish, strategic offseason additions and a roster poised for both offensive balance and defensive improvement.
Michigan’s basketball program welcomes veteran guard Kenny Noland, a move that reshapes the team’s rotation and impacts the playing time of several key prospects.
Duke University’s men’s basketball program is synonymous with resilience, having engineered some of the most astonishing comebacks in NCAA history. This article revisits five of those iconic turnarounds, highlighting the players, coaches, and moments that defined them.
An intimate look at the friendship-turned-romance that has guided Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd from a national championship at UConn to a shared future in the WNBA, while keeping their personal lives out of the public eye.
LSU’s head coach Kim Mulkey has mapped out a demanding nonconference schedule that includes matchups with UConn, Villanova, North Carolina State and North Carolina, signaling an intent to test her roster early and build confidence for the SEC season.
Syracuse University is leveraging its recent verbal commitment from Jack Donohue and a series of high‑profile visits to secure five‑star recruits such as Nasir Anderson, Moussa Kamissoko and Ahmed Nur for the upcoming season.