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The Tucson Roadrunners will open their 2026‑27 campaign at home on October 3 against the Colorado Eagles, marking the third home‑opener in franchise history and the first since 2018‑19. Ticket sales begin during a festive National Hot Dog Day event on July 15.
During the Big 12 Conference Media Days in Arizona, head coach Brent Brennan addressed the media about the upcoming 2025 campaign, emphasizing the Wildcats' 9‑3 finish, the record‑setting performance of quarterback Noah Fifita, and the season‑opening home game against Northern Arizona on September 5.
Kansas State’s football program is poised for a breakout 2026 campaign, thanks in large part to a wave of high‑profile transfers from across the Big 12.
The Tucson Roadrunners have signed forward Sammy Walker to a one‑year contract, adding a proven scorer and veteran presence after his 28‑point season.
The United States' advancement to the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage has sparked a surge in soccer participation across Tucson, with youth registrations up 212% and the Tucson Adult Soccer League expanding to new age divisions.
Coach Becky Burke and her staff discuss how recent NCAA rule changes shape recruiting strategies, highlight recent commitments, and outline a philosophy that blends talent with coachability for the upcoming season.
The Big 12 has released its opponent matrix for the 2026‑27 women’s basketball season, detailing Baylor’s blend of home dominance and challenging road trips, while introducing several new coaching storylines across the conference.
Colorado's women's basketball program reveals its full slate of conference matchups, highlights key home games at the CU Events Center, and launches 'The Standard' — a brand campaign reflecting its culture of hard work and discipline.
Iran’s soccer squad navigates visa complications, a relocated training base, and a fraught political backdrop as they gear up for the World Cup in the United States.
New Mexico State University has released its 2026 men's soccer calendar, featuring early non‑conference games against Grand Canyon and Arizona State, travel contests in Tucson and Abilene, participation in the OUTRIGGER No Ka Oi tournament in Hawaii, and a full Conference USA slate that culminates with the league championship in Newark, Delaware.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys fell to the Kansas Jayhawks in the Big 12 Tournament, yet their strong finish secures a Top 32 NCAA seed and a likely matchup in Florida.
ASU's women's flag football club, launched by Sierra and Sophia Smith, has quickly risen to national prominence, highlighted by a historic Fiesta Bowl Classic appearance and growing participation across the state.