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The Wildcats open their 2026 schedule with a neutral‑site match against Jackson State, aiming to extend an unbeaten streak and build on a 2025 NCAA Tournament appearance.
The upcoming 2026 season brings division realignments, fresh talent and heightened expectations across Lubbock’s Class 5A and surrounding districts.
The ACU women's soccer team opened its season with a 0-0 draw against Texas State, debuting ten freshmen and showcasing a disciplined defense under head coach Stephen Salas.
The University of Colorado men’s basketball team will open its 2026‑27 nonconference schedule with a home game against Abilene Christian on Nov. 1, and will culminate the regular season with a high‑profile matchup against Purdue on Dec. 19.
Troy announced the appointment of Bryen Spriggs, a seasoned assistant with a history of leading teams to titles and record‑setting defensive stats, ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
The 2026 Texas high school baseball season produced a wealth of talent in the Big Country region, with coaches, players and teams earning recognition on the All‑Big Country Super Team.
From July 6–11, a soccer camp in Poland organized by Abilene Christian University’s LYNAY program and Love Does offered Ukrainian refugee children a space to play, learn and feel safe, while ACU students built meaningful relationships and modeled servant leadership.
The 2026 Texas high school baseball season culminates in a readers’ choice MVP poll featuring 16 standout players.
Eastern Kentucky University has released its full United Athletic Conference schedule for the 2026‑27 campaign, highlighting key matchups, a marquee home stretch and the continuation of a program riding a wave of recent success.
Abilene youth soccer director Jay Albarado volunteered at the FIFA Club World Cup in Arlington, gaining behind‑the‑scenes insight into international media, cultural exchange, and high‑stakes competition, and now aims to inspire the next generation of players in West Texas.
Austin Peay's women's basketball team opens its inaugural United Athletic Conference schedule with a road game at Eastern Kentucky, featuring a 16‑game slate that blends home and away contests throughout the winter.
Abilene Christian University announces the addition of Reilly Moore as assistant coach and Samantha Smith as director of operations and player development, highlighting their extensive playing and coaching backgrounds ahead of the program's 2026 conference debut.
The latest preseason forecasts highlight the Amarillo Palo Duro Dons at No. 18 statewide, with Julian Reese II and Bo Kates honored as offensive and defensive MVPs, while district teams reveal deep returning lettermen pools.
The Memphis Hustle selected Ali Dibba in the 2026‑27 NBA G League International Draft, with the Memphis Grizzlies retaining his draft rights. The Stockholm native brings a modest college résumé and a journey through several U.S. programs to the minor league.
The HSU Cowgirls Youth Camp, now in its ninth year, has become a staple of summer activity for girls across West Texas. Hosted on the campus of Hardin‑Simmons University in Abilene, the multi‑day program draws participants from the broader Big Country region, offering a focused introduction to basketball fundamentals.
Abilene Christian University has announced the addition of ten student‑athletes to its 2026 soccer roster, highlighting achievements that range from a perfect high‑school season to historic scholarship milestones.
The Abilene Christian University women's basketball team announced three new assistants, each bringing a blend of on‑court expertise and administrative responsibility.
Abilene Christian University announced the hiring of Larry Hays as its new softball head coach, a move that brings a 40‑year coaching legacy rich with championships and record‑setting wins.
The annual event draws top Texas linemen, tests their strength in eleven contests, and injects significant revenue into local businesses while serving as a key talent pipeline for Hardin‑Simmons University.
A look at the most compelling FCS contests slated for the 2026-27 season, featuring top‑ranked teams, historic rivalries and storylines that will captivate fans across the nation.
Michael Malki, a standout pitcher from Cal Bakersfield, has pledged to join the Arkansas Razorbacks, bringing a strong 2026 performance and potential weekend starter capabilities for the 2027 season.
Abilene Christian University’s Wildcats received championship rings on June 17, capping a 9‑5 campaign that featured a second straight UAC title and a deep FCS playoff run.
Brendan Sorsby is reportedly entering the NFL supplemental draft, while backup quarterback Will Hammond recovers from a torn ACL. Transfer Kirk Francis is expected to start the opening weeks as Texas Tech gears up for its season‑opening game against Abilene Christian on September 5.
EKU announced its 2026 women's soccer slate, featuring ten home games, three matches against teams that finished inside the top 110 of the RPI last season, and a full transition to the United Athletic Conference beginning July 1.