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Kentucky’s women’s team boasts an eight‑player rotation, elite shooters like Asia Boone and Emily McDonald, and a lively off‑court atmosphere that could carry them to the Elite Eight.
Binghamton University announced the appointment of Jocelin Wright, a former head coach at Tompkins Cortland Community College and Division II standout, to its women's basketball staff, citing her proven leadership and deep ties to New York basketball.
After more than ten years playing professionally abroad, Maika Usita has come home to Maui to lead the boys basketball program at Haleakala Waldorf School, emphasizing resilience, community, and long‑term personal growth.
The United States women's 3x3 basketball team is set to compete in the 2026 FIBA 3x3 Women’s Series in Tokyo, marking its return to the global stage after a period away from international competition.
Arkansas forward Miikka Muurinen is waiting for NCAA approval to compete, though he can still practice with the team while the process unfolds.
Dozens of former NCAA athletes, including three from North Carolina State, have launched a legal challenge to obtain an extra season of play, arguing that the new eligibility rule should apply retroactively.
From a Sweet 16 title in high school to a defensive anchor for the Wildcats, Jerone Morton returns home with a clear mission and gratitude for the opportunity.
Muurinen, a 5‑star recruit from Finland, is cleared to practice but remains uncertain for the team's first overseas game.
The Cardinals and Wolverines will meet in Detroit on Dec. 5, 2026, before Louisville returns to Kentucky for a December 12 showdown at Rupp Arena.
From August 6 to 13, the University of Hawai'i men's basketball squad will face professional clubs in Sydney, engage with local communities, and explore iconic sites, underscoring a new era of international collaboration.
The University of West Florida unveiled its 2026‑27 men's basketball schedule, featuring a marquee home matchup against the U.S. Naval Academy and new fan‑focused initiatives ahead of the program's first year in Division I.
After a standout collegiate career, Jakobi Heady has signed a professional contract with Basketball Club Oostende in Belgium, bringing his All‑SWAC accolades and statistical dominance to Europe.
At a recent Tulsa stop of its summer youth basketball series, the Oklahoma City Thunder combined intensive skill work with lessons on teamwork, respect and leadership, reaching young athletes across Oklahoma.
The Summit League unveiled its upcoming men’s and women’s basketball schedule, highlighting home‑and‑home series, tournament dates, and the impact of recent conference realignment.
Mark Pope's Wildcats enter a pivotal season with high expectations, blending a revamped offense and defensive progress.
The University of North Carolina revealed its full slate of nine home games for the upcoming season, highlighting an international debut in Paris and a marquee matchup against South Carolina in Charlotte.
Former Texas Tech players Darrion Williams and Donovan Atwell, along with transfer commit Jamichael Stillwell, are at the center of a legal battle that may alter the program’s scholarship outlook.
Five‑star recruit Malachi Jordan has narrowed his list to eight schools, including the University of Tennessee, and has scheduled an official visit for September 20. His recruitment highlights a busy summer for the Vols, who are also courting in‑state standout Davis Cochran and have hosted visits from four‑star guards RJ Moore and Chase Lumpkin.
Miikka Muurinen, a Finnish 7‑foot forward, is navigating NCAA eligibility while training in the Bahamas, hoping to contribute to Arkansas’s frontcourt after a season in Serbia.
The 2026‑27 Summit League men's basketball schedule has been unveiled, detailing home openers, key matchups and ticket availability.
After a standout performance on the Nike EYBL circuit, Davis Cochran has locked in an official visit to the University of Tennessee, signaling a major shift in his recruitment trajectory.
After 14 seasons of building winning programs at Saint Anselm College and Johnson & Wales University, Corey Boilard joins the University of New Hampshire women's basketball staff as associate head coach, bringing a proven record of NCAA Tournament appearances and conference titles.
The NCAA has penalized former Tennessee assistant Rod Clark after an investigation uncovered impermissible communications with recruit Yuri Collins, resulting in a brief suspension and restrictions on future recruiting activities.
Terry Glenn, a former Tennessee Volunteers player celebrated for his nickname 'Money' and his role in ending a long‑standing SEC title drought, died at 70. He later contributed to his community in Knoxville.