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High Point University’s basketball program has transformed into a legitimate postseason contender, driven by experienced leadership, a stifling defense, and a fast‑break offense that positions it for a conference title and deep NCAA Tournament run.
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.
Sabba Haghgoo’s three‑goal performance in a 4‑0 victory over Marshall and her decisive strikes in a 2‑2 draw with East Carolina secured the Big South Conference’s Offensive Player of the Week award for the week of August 17–23.
After a breakthrough 2025 season that saw the Panthers reach the Sweet Sixteen and earn a top‑10 NCAA seed, Head Coach Zach Haines and a talented returning core are set to tackle a challenging 2026 schedule.
The 2026 recruiting class, ranked twelfth nationally by TopDrawerSoccer, brings eleven new players to High Point University’s men’s soccer program, underscoring the coaching staff’s strategic push to maintain momentum.
The Herd opened its 2026 campaign with a 3‑0 victory over High Point, highlighted by Delfina Lombardi’s three goals and Emma Durand’s penalty save.
The Panthers secured a 3-1 preseason win over Queens before a crowd of 2,013, with Nick Sarantakos delivering two goals
Declan Griffiths, a 6‑foot‑6 shooting wing from Simsbury, Connecticut, is courting several Division I programs, prioritizing system fit over brand prestige as he charts his path toward the NBA.
Five Longwood men's soccer players earn spots on the Big South preseason watch list, highlighting their recent performances and upcoming accolades.
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.
Daniel Lugo, a senior forward at High Point University, has been selected for the 2026 Hermann Trophy Forward Watch List, highlighting his impressive 2025 season and upcoming MLS draft prospects.
Maryland’s men’s soccer squad enters 2026 with a top‑10 preseason ranking, a tough slate of ranked foes and a coach eager to blend returning starters with fresh talent.
The High Point University men's soccer team opens the 2026 season ranked No. 16 in the United Soccer Coaches preseason poll, marking the culmination of a multi‑year ascent that includes a perfect conference record, a Sweet Sixteen run and three MLS SuperDraft selections.
Orlando “Tubby” Smith, who guided the University of Kentucky to the 1998 NCAA title, will be honored alongside Jay Wright, Danny Ainge and other icons at the October 22 ceremony in Kansas City.
The opening day of the tournament features four scheduled games, with Area III champion Mocksville absent due to a paperwork issue and High Point out because of a player shortage.
Alison Thomas, a Western Alamance girls' soccer standout, looks ahead to the North Carolina East-West All-Star Game, lauding her coach's leadership and her upcoming college debut at USC Beaufort.
High Point University reveals 2026 season ticket packages for both men's and women's soccer, featuring perks, youth incentives, and marquee matchups.
The East All-Stars girls soccer team edged the West All-Stars 4‑1 at Truist Point in High Point, marking the first time the annual NC Coaches Association event was staged in a baseball stadium. Standout performances from Sadie Barrington and Abigail Champlin, plus MVP honors for Sophia Juhasz, highlighted a match that also showcased local high school coaching talent.
MVP Fernando Hernandez’s two goals power the West to a 3‑1 win over the East, ending their unbeaten streak at Truist Point Stadium
MLS announced that Eddie Pope, a U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer, has taken on a dual senior vice president role to shape the league’s long‑term sporting strategy and coordinate competition, medical, player relations and operations for MLS NEXT Pro.
The High Point University men's soccer team has released its 2026 schedule, featuring 10 home and 10 away fixtures that include exhibition matches, conference play and a postseason tournament, with marquee games against Virginia, Maryland and Georgetown as the program seeks its first top‑10 NCAA seed.
Student‑athlete Frank Kelly from Lexington, South Carolina, is recognized for his outstanding performance on the field and his high academic standing, securing a spot on the 2025‑26 Academic All‑America Second Team.
High Point University alumna Aaliyah Collins has inked a professional contract with KK Jumper Zenica, the reigning champions of Bosnia and Herzegovina, marking a milestone as the first American to join the club's roster for the 2026‑27 season.
Three Texas Longhorns players were named Perfect Game All‑Americans, highlighting the program's depth and setting the stage for a deep run in the upcoming College World Series.