SWAC Announces 2026 Preseason Honors, Alabama State Leads with Nine Selections
The SWAC revealed its 2026 preseason award winners, highlighting Alabama State's nine selections and Andrew Body's standout performance.
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The SWAC revealed its 2026 preseason award winners, highlighting Alabama State's nine selections and Andrew Body's standout performance.

The hiring of Lane Kiffin has ignited excitement across the college football landscape, with fans and analysts alike betting on a swift return to national relevance for LSU.

Amir Aura Khan, who became a national sensation during the 2025 NCAA Tournament, is back at Louisiana State University under head coach Will Wade, aiming to shape team culture and chemistry.

The Demon Deacons finished 18‑17 last season and will open against Maryland‑Eastern Shore before heading to the Battle 4 Atlantis and confronting top SEC foes on the road.

Amir Khan, who rose to national fame as a student manager at McNeese State, is set to bring his infectious personality to Louisiana State University’s basketball program under coach Will Wade.

During a six‑game stint with the Brewster Whitecaps, LSU’s Edward Yamin posted a .286 average, two home runs and five RBI, while proving his ability to play multiple positions.

The growing rivalry between LSU and Texas is shaped by recruiting battles, geographic closeness, and the intertwined histories of coaches Steve Sarkisian and Ed Orgeron.

Kansas State’s loss of star guard Abdi Bashir Jr. to LSU impacts the Wildcats' roster, while the Tigers see an opportunity to strengthen their shooting ahead of a rebound season.

LSU’s 2026 roster overhaul features eight transfer athletes, including top‑ranked prospects Bino Watters and Angel Laya, as the program seeks to fill gaps left by a rare NCAA Tournament absence.

LSU's baseball program has assembled the nation's most coveted transfer class, featuring top‑ranked prospects who will address critical needs and reshape the roster for the upcoming season.

LSU baseball has locked in Angel Laya, a No. 9 transfer portal prospect, to join the program in 2027 after a single year with Oregon. His impressive 2026 statistics and freshman accolades bring new firepower to the Tigers' lineup.
LSU will compete in the 2027 Live Like Lou Las Vegas College Baseball Classic, followed by a game against UNLV on March 8.

The Rebels open in 67 days against Louisville in Nashville, face a slate of Power 4 opponents, and rely on seven pivotal players as they chase a season that could reshape their future.

St. Joseph Catholic’s Dominic Santarelli has become the first player to win the Prep Baseball Wisconsin Player of the Year award twice in a row, leading his team to a third straight state final and catching the eye of MLB scouts with a .562 average, 46 steals and a 115 mph exit velocity.

With most starters back and key transfers competing for starting spots, the Tennessee Volunteers expect their offensive line to be the team's most potent weapon in 2026.
LSU's wide receiver room has been completely reshaped this offseason, with nine new players arriving through the portal and only one returning starter. The competition for snaps is already intense, and the coaching staff is weighing how the new talent fits into Lane Kiffin's offense.

Roger Cador, who led Southern University’s baseball team for three decades, died recently. His legacy includes two national titles, 14 conference championships and a lasting influence on HBCU baseball.

In June, three powerhouse programs secured major commitments, reshaping the 2027 class and setting the stage for future battles.

Major League Baseball's new draft framework aims to shift elite prospects toward college baseball, offering teams like LSU a competitive edge while reshaping negotiations for the upcoming collective bargaining agreement.

EA Sports has unveiled the official player ratings for College Football 27, revealing a SEC‑heavy top tier led by two Missouri Tigers at 96 overall. The game launches worldwide on July 9, with staggered early access for MVP+ members and Deluxe buyers.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope is intensifying his pursuit of Marcus Spears Jr., the nation’s top‑ranked 2027 prospect, leveraging family ties and a string of recent commitments to bolster the program’s future.

Former LSU pitcher Anthony Eyanson is delivering impressive performances for the Portland Sea Dogs, an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, posting a 1.00 ERA and striking out 62 batters in his first professional season.

The right‑hander, drafted in 2024, has quickly become a fixture in Oakland’s rotation, posting nine strikeouts in a recent shutout against the Giants.

After a bruising loss in the Egg Bowl, Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor is channeling his frustration into a determined bid to silence the Tigers and cement his place as a starter.