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The Southern Conference recognized Mercer’s Olivia Bori as offensive player of the week and ETSU’s Addison Yelton as defensive player of the week for August 18–24, celebrating key contributions that shaped recent results.
Corey Stephenson, a former FIU standout, joins Ole Miss along with international guard Ben Henshall and three freshmen, bolstering a roster that returns key players and adds depth for the upcoming season.
La'Karis Salter will serve as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for UNC Wilmington's women's basketball team, bringing a distinguished record of success at the collegiate and high school levels.
The Gators will face Baylor in their first exhibition game since 2021, with tickets going on sale September 16 and a presale the day before.
After two season‑ending injuries, Elijah Owens returns to Indiana State as a team captain, leveraging his sideline observations and a strong bond with receiver KeShon Singleton to lead a roster rich with transfers and returning talent.
The Gators’ 3‑1 triumph over Florida State ended an eight‑match winless streak, delivered their first win over a top‑10 team since 2017, and highlighted the impact of Coach Nick Zimmerman’s cultural overhaul.
Jacksonville has secured forward Jacques Bouquot on a new contract, adding a proven ECHL scorer and a University of Vermont captain to its roster for the upcoming campaign.
Gary Goff, the newly appointed head coach of the University of Arkansas at Monticello football program, arrives with a track record of revitalizing Division II teams. With quarterback Drew Forkner leading a blend of transfers and returning lettermen, the Boll Weevils hope to break a long‑standing conference title drought and secure their first winning season in the Great American Conference.
A 20‑year‑old student was injured during a high school football game in Jacksonville, prompting his father to advocate for youth resources and safety reforms.
The private program on Jacksonville's southside called off the remainder of its varsity schedule after a game‑day shooting that injured a 19‑year‑old woman and a 20‑year‑old man.
ESPN’s latest forecasts outline Clemson’s 2026 bowl prospects, highlighting a potential clash with Florida in the Gator Bowl and the impact of early upsets against LSU and Miami.
The Aggies have added fifth‑year forward Stephon Payne, a Jacksonville native who concluded a four‑year Division I career at Seton Hall with 732 rebounds and multiple weekly honors.
Mike Peterson Jr., a redshirt freshman wide receiver, has quickly become one of the most talked‑about players during Florida A&M’s preseason camp. His ascent is rooted in a familiar relationship with first‑year head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. and receivers coach Ron Dugans, who recruited him after seeing his work ethic and skill set. At 6‑foot‑1 and 170 pounds, Peterson combines speed with a knack for creating separation and making contested catches, traits that have earned him praise from teammates and coaches alike. The Rattlers’ receiving corps, which boasts 15 players, blends veteran transfers with promising freshmen such as Kieren Jackson, Quan Lee and Corey ‘Deuce’ Petty, giving Peterson a deep pool of talent to complement. The team is using the next few weeks to iron out consistency and chemistry, highlighted by a mock scrimmage scheduled for August 22, before opening the 2026 season against Albany State and other SWAC opponents. Beyond the field, Peterson stresses the importance of being a good teammate and a positive influence, a mindset shaped in part by his father, former Jaguar Mike Peterson Sr., who also shared a locker room with Coach Gray.
Virginia women's basketball reveals its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, highlighting eight games at home and on the road, with new head coach Aaron Roussell facing early tests.
A look at the players whose draft positions may be overinflated heading into the 2026 season.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham announced its early‑season schedule, featuring the Opening Day Marathon in Rock Hill, S.C., and the Greenbrier Classic in White Sulphur Springs, W.V., highlighting a roster led by coach Andy Kennedy, who brings a 16‑3 opening‑game record and two recent conference tournament titles.
Florida State is intensifying its recruitment of Knox Annis, a Jacksonville native who has pledged to Miami but continues to attract interest from the Seminoles as the 2028 class takes shape.
The Icemen have secured the services of net‑minder Michael Bullion, a six‑year ECHL veteran, adding depth and reliability to their roster as they look ahead to the upcoming campaign
Montana State University has released its full slate of games for the 2026‑27 men’s and women’s basketball teams, highlighting early exhibition contests, key non‑conference battles and the upcoming Big Sky Conference Tournament in Boise.
The Jacksonville Jaguars announced a partnership with the law firm Farah & Farah, bringing fresh resources to the Jaguars PREP program that aims to widen youth football opportunities in Northeast Florida. The team recently participated in tournaments, unveiled a new field, and celebrated achievements of its elite teams, while also highlighting a standout athlete's commitment to college football.
The 30th anniversary of the Baltimore Ravens' inaugural game offers a chance to revisit the moments that turned a city's longing into a shared miracle, from the first win over the Raiders to the community that grew around the franchise.
The Wildcats open against Stanford and UCLA before hosting Oregon State, while the new Jacksonville Classic showcases a field that includes Vanderbilt and George Washington.
The George Washington University women's basketball squad is set to travel to Jacksonville, Florida, for the Jacksonville Classic from November 23‑25, where it will meet top Division I opponents including Arizona and UAB.
The first Jacksonville Classic will run from Nov. 23 to 25 at Florida State College at Jacksonville, showcasing Arizona's opening schedule against Stanford and UCLA, while also featuring matchups with Vanderbilt and George Washington.