Brian Taege Takes the Helm of Jacobs High School Boys Soccer
After eight seasons under Colin Brice, Jacobs High School appoints Brian Taege as head coach, promising a culture shift and renewed focus on team play.
Aug 3, 2026
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Bearcats Ready for 2026 Women’s Soccer Season Opener
The University of Cincinnati women's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on August 12 against Eastern Kentucky at Gettler Stadium, featuring a full slate of 18 matches, free home games and national ESPN+ coverage.
Aug 3, 2026
UTRGV Vaqueros Earn Historic Preseason Recognition in FCS Top 25 Poll
UTRGV Vaqueros earn preseason votes in the FCS Top 25 Poll, marking a historic milestone for the program as they prepare for a promising season.
Aug 3, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Opens Its Inaugural Season in Springfield
The first game of the new Women’s Professional Baseball League drew a full house in Springfield, Illinois, reviving a historic sport for women and spotlighting the journey that brought the league to the field.
Aug 3, 2026
TCU Women’s Soccer Poised for Big 12 Dominance as Preseason Honors Roll In
TCU's women's soccer team enters the 2026 season with a top preseason ranking, four players named to the All‑Big 12 Preseason Team, and a schedule that begins with road tests against Wisconsin and a home opener against UTSA.
Aug 3, 2026
URI Football Rises to No. 7 in National Rankings Ahead of 2026 Season
The University of Rhode Island’s football program has cemented its place among the nation’s elite, landing at No. 7 in the latest Stats Perform FCS Top 25 poll as the Rams gear up for another shot at the Coastal Athletic Association crown.
Aug 3, 2026
Washington Huskies Tabbed Third in Big Ten Preseason Poll, Eyes Elite Eight Run
The Huskies are projected third in the Big Ten preseason poll after a historic conference title, an Elite Eight run, and standout performances from Alex Buck, Tanner Ijams and Lucy Newlin.
Aug 3, 2026
Shannon Dowell’s Return Could Make Cal a 2026‑27 ACC Title Threat
Cal’s women’s basketball program welcomes back wing Shannon Dowell and adds transfer Albina Syla, bolstering a roster that could contend for the ACC title in the upcoming season.
Aug 3, 2026
Martha Reeves Reflects on Anthem Performance at Inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League Game
Martha Reeves performed the national anthem at the first WPBL game in Springfield, Illinois, citing wet conditions and missing stage monitors as challenges, yet expressing pride in supporting the league’s debut.
Aug 3, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers Unveil 2026-27 Non-Conference Basketball Schedule
The University of Wisconsin announced its full non-conference slate, highlighting early exhibitions, a Bahamas tournament, and a series of road games against Big Ten rivals before the regular season begins.
Aug 3, 2026
Lindenwood Lions Boast 12 All-Ohio Valley Conference Preseason Selections
Ahead of the 2025 season, the Lions’ offense and defense are recognized across the conference, with standout performances from running back Steve Hall, receiver Jalen Smith and a defense anchored by Jacob Waller.
Aug 3, 2026
Dierks Bentley to Headline 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series Finale at Iowa Speedway
NASCAR and Anheuser‑Busch announced that Grammy‑winning artist Dierks Bentley will headline the 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series at Iowa Speedway on August 9, 2026, just before the Iowa Corn 350 race, rounding out a weekend of ARCA, NASCAR Xfinity and Cup Series action.
Aug 3, 2026
Florida Gators Top ESPN’s Early Top 25, Eyes Championship Repeat
ESPN's July release of its way‑too‑early Top 25 places the Florida Gators at No. 1, banking on a strong returning frontcourt, the eligibility‑boosted Denzel Aberdeen, and a high‑stakes opener against Duke.
Aug 3, 2026
Texas Basketball Ascends to No. 4 in ESPN Rankings After Marcus Spears Jr. Commitment
Texas jumps to fourth in ESPN’s Way‑Too‑Early Top 25 after Marcus Spears Jr. pledged to the program, highlighting a revamped roster that could challenge for a championship.
Aug 3, 2026
Illinois Women’s Basketball Wraps Up Offseason with Health Focus
The Illini conclude a summer marked by injuries and roster changes, as Coach Shauna Green assesses depth and competition for the upcoming season.
Aug 3, 2026
Beloved Chicago Basketball Coach Tim Bankston Found Dead, Community Mourns
Tim Bankston, a 60‑year‑old basketball coach and mentor, was found dead from a gunshot wound in Auburn Gresham on July 29, 2026. His career, community impact, and the ongoing investigation are examined.
Aug 3, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes Extend Scholarship Offer to 2030 Guard Joy Pettigrew
Iowa’s latest scholarship offer to Joy Pettigrew highlights a competitive recruiting push across the Midwest, as the Hawkeyes join a national chase for top‑tier guard talent.
Aug 3, 2026
San Francisco Firebells Triumph in Historic WPBL Debut
The Firebells opened their Women’s Professional Baseball League campaign with an 11‑3 win, drawing thousands of fans and paying tribute to a late sports enthusiast.
Aug 3, 2026
Landon Davis Commits to Illinois Fighting Illini After Stellar High School Career
A standout from Waukee Northwest High School, Landon Davis averaged 13.9 points, 9.9 rebounds and 3.4 blocks per game while shooting 59.5% from the field. After a strategic position shift in AAU play, he now eyes a promising future with the Fighting Illini.
Aug 3, 2026
Big Ten Announces 2026 Men’s Basketball Tournament Bracket
The tournament will run March 10‑15 at Chicago’s United Center, featuring 17 games across Peacock, Big Ten Network, CBS and Paramount+.
Aug 3, 2026
Madi Valenti Named to Players to Watch List Ahead of 2026 Season
Madi Valenti earns a spot on the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch list after a record‑breaking 2025 season that set new Illinois State defensive standards.
Aug 3, 2026
UNC Pursues Cameron Fens After Eligibility Extension Ruling
A Colorado court decision granting an extra year of eligibility to 2022 high school graduates has prompted North Carolina to contact Cameron Fens, a seven‑foot center from Dubuque, Iowa, amid competition from other programs.
Aug 3, 2026
Malik Washington Named Most Elusive Quarterback for 2026
CBS Sports' Cody Nagel crowned Maryland quarterback Malik Washington as the most elusive quarterback ahead of the 2026 college football season, highlighting a freshman campaign that set multiple school records and featured a 93.8% sack‑avoidance rate.
Aug 2, 2026
NASCAR’s $15 Million Illinois Grant Standoff Threatens 2027 Chicago Street Race
NASCAR is negotiating a $15 million grant from Illinois for a 2027 Chicago Street Race, but the state has only allocated $5 million. The shortfall has sparked schedule uncertainty, venue explorations and discussions involving Ben Kennedy, while the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and Chicagoland Speedway remain key players.
Aug 2, 2026