
Will Graves Joins Portland State Basketball Staff as Assistant Coach
Portland State announced Will Graves as its new assistant coach, highlighting his diverse background as a player, graduate assistant, and scholar.
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Portland State announced Will Graves as its new assistant coach, highlighting his diverse background as a player, graduate assistant, and scholar.

Florida Gators stand out in early 2027 NBA mock drafts, with Haugh slated for a lottery selection and Condon and Chinyelu poised for significant roles.
A look back at the 1996 Gators' dominant offense, iconic coach, and the players who defined a championship era

Four-star wide receiver Armani Strong has pledged to the University of Florida, opting for the Gators over several top programs. New head coach Jon Sumrall, fresh from a College Football Playoff run with Tulane, aims to restore the team’s competitiveness, with the 2026 season opener slated for September 5 against Florida Atlantic.

After a standout stint at Florida and a pivotal role in the Liberty Bowl, Miguel Mitchell elects to remain with Arkansas, bringing experience and adaptability to a defense that will field 18 new faces.

Archie Manning defends his grandson Arch's challenging freshman season, and Alabama lands a coveted four‑star receiver.
Watching ten classic college football matchups, the author contrasts the gritty, analog era of the 1990s with today's data‑driven, hyper‑connected spectacle, revealing what has changed and what endures.
The Wildcats open the season at home versus Manhattan on November 3, then embark on a demanding SEC schedule that culminates in the Nashville tournament, all with the ultimate goal of a deep NCAA run.

Coach Bucky McMillan outlines a demanding schedule that includes SEC rivals, the Battle 4 Atlantis, and the ACC Challenge, while highlighting roster improvements and offseason focus.

Oklahoma's third national title caps a historic season, with the Tar Heels finishing second and a host of SEC teams earning top‑25 spots in D1Baseball's final 2026 rankings.
Ashour Peera, a former University of Florida staffer, has been appointed head coach of the Gainesville High School football program, bringing more than twenty years of coaching experience to a team that has posted an 8‑32 record over the past four seasons. He defines success as a combination of on‑field progress, academic achievement and the ability to navigate the modern recruiting landscape, including NIL opportunities and the transfer portal. Having followed coach Billy Napier from Louisiana‑Lafayette to Gainesville in 2022, Peera draws on a network that includes former players such as Dalvin Cook, Ian Scott and Reggie Bush, and he plans to leverage that knowledge to rebuild the program from the ground up. The new coach emphasizes patience and process, acknowledging that the work will take time but insisting that the ultimate payoff will be seen in players’ college readiness and future opportunities.

The 1996 Gators, led by coach Steve Spurrier and Heisman‑winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel, captured their first national title with a 52‑20 victory over Florida State, a performance that reshaped the program’s legacy.

LSU announced its 2026 schedule, featuring 18 regular‑season games and a series of early‑August exhibitions against high‑profile opponents, setting the stage for a challenging campaign.

Recent road wins have lifted the Sooners' confidence, but a dip in home stadium ranking adds pressure as they gear up for a demanding slate of home and away matchups.

Thomas Haugh, a consensus All‑American forward, chose to remain at the University of Florida for another season despite being projected as a lottery pick, citing advice from Draymond Green and the prospect of over $10 million in name, image and likeness earnings.

Auburn’s Jeremiah Cobb enters his senior season aiming to surpass 1,000 rushing yards, facing a new coaching staff and a crowded backfield.

The university announced the hiring of Scott Holsopple, a coach with 28 years of experience across college football and basketball programs, to lead the men's basketball team's performance initiatives.

Rich Dorman, a seasoned coach with a decade of college experience, has been appointed pitching coach for the University of Florida baseball program, bringing a proven record of excellence.

Florida’s football program has added over 50 new players while banking on returning talent to anchor an offense that ranks among the nation’s best in key categories.

After two decades at the helm of Santa Fe College’s baseball program, veteran coach Johnny Wiggs is stepping down, reflecting on 626 wins, two Junior College World Series runs, and the players he helped reach the majors.

Troy University’s Jabe Boroff, nicknamed ‘Jabe Ruth,’ overcame a rocky regular season to become the linchpin of a historic run to the College World Series.

A junior college transfer who struggled early now leads Troy with 21 RBI, a nickname that echoes baseball legend Babe Ruth, and a shot at the national title.

After stints abroad and in the corporate world, Donna Carr is back in the South, taking the helm of Georgia Southern’s women’s basketball program and guiding the next generation of talent.

The Beavers have lost their ace and several relievers to the portal, while assistant coach Rich Dorman heads to Florida, prompting a rapid recruitment drive