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The Alabama high school basketball scene welcomes a seasoned coach whose five‑year tenure at Clay‑Chalkville culminated in a top‑ranked 6A finish and a state title staff role.
Mark Alexander, a veteran coach with nearly two decades of experience, is set to leave Starkville Academy and become the boys basketball coach at Jackson Prep, a school celebrated for its athletic tradition and 17 Overall titles.
The 2026 NCAA Division I baseball tournament will feature 29 automatic qualifiers across a series of conference tournaments running from May 9 to May 24, culminating in a May 25 selection show on ESPN2.
Arkansas‑Pine Bluff erased a five‑run deficit with a seven‑run eighth inning to defeat Bethune‑Cookman 13‑8, ending the Wildcats’ 38‑20 season.
A rain‑soaked delay forced the SWAC Tournament semifinal to move to Saturday, setting up a decisive matchup for Florida A&M as they chase a championship berth.
Rain‑delayed games and late rallies defined Day 2 of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament at Birmingham's historic Rickwood Field, setting the stage for a championship showdown on Sunday.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff overcame a five-run deficit, weather interruptions and a late insurance run to defeat Bethune-Cookman 6-4 in the opening round of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament.
Alabama State University rolled past Grambling State 10-0 in the opening game of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament, highlighted by Miguel Oropeza's grand slam and a combined pitching shutout.
Bethune‑Cookman’s baseball program clinches its second straight SWAC regular‑season title, boasting a school‑record 37 wins and victories over LSU and the Florida Gators, as coach Jonathan Hernandez prepares the team for the upcoming tournament in Birmingham.
A May 18 practice session in Hoover turned dangerous when Reese Chapman was hit in the face by a line drive, leading to a hospital visit and an uncertain tournament outlook.
Florida A&M survived a 16‑inning showdown, with Josue Figueroa scoring the winning run on a wild pitch. The victory extends a six‑game winning streak into the upcoming SWAC Tournament in Birmingham.
Alabama relief pitcher Hagan Banks earns a place on the 2026 SEC Baseball Community Service Team for his extensive volunteer work in Tuscaloosa and Birmingham.
Tennessee starting pitcher Evan Blanco has been selected for the 2026 SEC Baseball Community Service Team, acknowledging his dedication to charitable work that spans hospital visits, school reading programs and pediatric cancer research.
The SEC’s championship game has defined conference pride for three decades, but a proposed 16‑team playoff threatens its existence. Analysts propose alternatives — such as a bye‑free playoff and Thanksgiving weekend scheduling — to keep the game alive and maintain its economic impact.
The Wolverines are moving quickly to replace departing stars, targeting top prospects and emphasizing chemistry as they aim to sustain their recent dominance.