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A surge in gun violence at high school football games has prompted schools to rethink safety, blending technology, policy and community action to protect players and fans.
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A surge in gun violence at high school football games has prompted schools to rethink safety, blending technology, policy and community action to protect players and fans.
A look at the standout defensive players from Stark County who are shaping the 2026 high school football landscape with impressive stats and early college recruitment signals.
The Lake Blue Streaks are poised to make a splash in the 2026 high school football season, blending seasoned leadership with fresh talent as they aim to build on last year’s 7‑4 record.
After a 2‑8 record in 2025, GlenOak High School taps Matt Dennison, a seasoned coach with a strong track record at Canton South, to lead a revitalized roster featuring standout players like Evan Crissey and the Saunders brothers.
In 2027 Tampa will welcome the next chapter of the Georgia‑Florida football rivalry, a game steeped in history and now set to showcase the city’s beaches, Riverwalk and vibrant community.

A recent schedule change for the Vestavia Hills High School varsity football matchup with Hoover has sparked confusion among parents, students and staff, highlighting the ripple effects of a state athletic association's decision.

After a breakout sophomore season and a strategic offseason transformation, Bradley Shaw is set to become the cornerstone of Arkansas’ defense as the team implements a new scheme and aims to rebound from a 2‑10 record.

The NCAA’s rules subcommittee has given the green light to the ABS challenge system, building on the SEC’s well‑received experiment in Hoover. With coaches set to receive three challenges per game and a tight two‑to‑three‑second window, the technology promises to bring professional‑level precision to college play.

The NCAA’s rules subcommittee has cleared the way for an ABS challenge system to debut in 2027, building on a trial conducted during the SEC tournament in Hoover, Alabama, and raising questions about how the new mechanics will shape strategy and fairness in college baseball.

Texas A&M is poised to adopt the Automated Ball‑Strike challenge system, a technology that lets players contest umpire calls, after successful trials in the SEC Tournament.

After a record‑breaking 2025, Missouri’s ground game faces both promise and doubt as key players return and a pivotal coach shapes the next chapter.

Jeff Brantley’s induction on February 11 in Overland Park celebrates a career that spanned a record‑setting college pitching stint and two decades of insightful baseball commentary.
Senior Jack Andes captures the 2026 Federal League Baseball Player of the Year, adding to his football player of the year title, while Landon Thiel is named Pitcher of the Year and Bryan Ashby earns Coach of the Year honors.

After a 27‑year drought, the Alabama Crimson Tide clinched a spot in the College World Series with a sweeping postseason run, setting up a highly anticipated first‑round clash against the Oklahoma Sooners.
The Bulldogs and Mississippi State meet in Athens for a high‑stakes Super Regional, with a College World Series berth at stake.

Senior outfielder Reese Chapman returns from a facial injury, bolstering Tennessee's lineup as the Vols prepare for their seventh straight NCAA Tournament run.

The Aggies enter their home regional with a top‑ranked offense and a thin pitching staff, hoping to stay ahead of rivals like Chris Olivier and the USC Trojans while conserving arms for a potential championship run.

Texas A&M's baseball team routed Lamar 25-5, highlighted by a 12-run fourth inning and strong performances from Caden Sorrell and Gavin Lyons.

The bracket will be unveiled Monday at noon EDT on ESPN2, kicking off a schedule that sees regional baseball action begin Friday. Tennessee’s recent SEC Tournament results, historic tournament record and current RPI highlight their prospects.

The Aggies have earned a top‑16 national seed and will host a regional tournament in College Station, Texas, after a strong 2026 campaign.
Georgia's SEC Tournament win has set the stage for a potential second College World Series title, driven by a strong pitching staff and a balanced offense.
With a 38‑19 record and the No. 7 seed, Arkansas is one win away from the SEC Tournament championship. A victory over No. 6 seed Auburn, bolstered by a hot offense and a debuting pitcher, could also secure a coveted home regional berth.

The Volunteers fell to Arkansas in the SEC Tournament second round, but their storied postseason resume remains among the nation's strongest.
The 2026 NCAA Division I baseball championship opens on May 25, featuring 64 teams whose automatic bids are secured through conference tournaments across the country.