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A look at the remarkable journey of Tommy Amaker, from high school dominance to collegiate triumphs, culminating in his recent induction into the Washington D.C. Sports Hall of Fame.
Morgan State unveils a 15‑game non‑conference schedule that pits the Bears against top regional and national opponents, highlighting key players, a new tournament, and a coach aiming to break historic droughts.
High Point University announced its ambitious 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball schedule, highlighting a mix of Power‑4 programs, mid‑major powerhouses and elite neutral‑site contests, including a historic midnight tip against Liberty.
Cassidy Nichols scored her first goal of the 2026 season in the 85th minute, delivering a late consolation for Mount St. Mary's in an 8-1 defeat at Bucknell.
The Mount St. Mary's women's soccer squad opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-1 victory over Bucknell at Emmitt Field, highlighted by Abby Makela's 100th career save and Fineen Cregan's decisive penalty. The win follows Bucknell's split start and sets the stage for a forthcoming matchup with George Mason.
The Bulldogs announce a challenging non‑conference slate that opens with a three‑game home stretch, features marquee matchups against Providence, Kentucky and other top programs, and culminates with a showdown against Harvard.
Freshman forward Keira Jeffries shone in her first collegiate matches, scoring twice, assisting a teammate, and earning Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Week honors as the Patriots opened their season with a 4-1 victory over VMI.
George Mason University's women's soccer team erased a 1-0 halftime hole, with freshman Jaleesa Eichel’s early strike giving way to a four‑goal second half that featured a late winner by Mia Casciani.
Elon University's women's soccer team captured the CAA South preseason poll with 62 points, the highest in the conference, and will open the season against VCU.
The Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame will honor the 2001‑02 Maryland men's basketball team, the only NCAA champions in school history, alongside five other sports legends in a ceremony at Nationals Park on August 30, 2026.
Former Duke star and longtime coach Tommy Amaker will be inducted into the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame alongside WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne, NFL Pro Bowler London Fletcher and others, in a ceremony scheduled for August 30, 2026.
Northwestern State University announced a 11‑player recruiting class that mixes experienced transfers with promising newcomers, signaling a strategic push to strengthen the men's basketball program.
The university announced the hiring of Joe Barrers, a coach with over twenty years of experience across high schools, NCAA divisions and the G League, to fill the assistant coach vacancy.
The Atlantic 10 announced the first wave of pairings for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, confirming that St. Bonaventure will host a quartet of opponents and travel to four others, while the full conference schedule awaits later announcement.
The Atlantic 10 has announced an 18‑game schedule that pits each of its 14 schools against a mix of five opponents twice and eight others once, with St. Joseph’s set to face a blend of familiar and new rivals.
The former Dayton guard is set to join California State University, Bakersfield, bringing a stint in Belgium's top league and the endorsement of Coach Todd Lee. His arrival coincides with a series of transfers that could reshape the program's outlook.
The George Mason baseball team wraps up its regular season this weekend with a home series against La Salle, honoring 15 seniors while preparing for a potential Atlantic 10 Championship Tournament berth.