
Kansas Freshman Darryn Peterson Projected as No. 2 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Freshman forward Darryn Peterson is generating buzz as a top‑two prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft, with mock projections placing him behind only AJ Dybantsa.
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Freshman forward Darryn Peterson is generating buzz as a top‑two prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft, with mock projections placing him behind only AJ Dybantsa.
Freshman Darryn Peterson is projected as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but health concerns keep him from the top spot.

The departure of Brendan Sorsby has reignited debates over the Big 12’s top quarterback for the 2026 season, with Florida transfer DJ Lagway emerging as a focal point for Baylor’s offense.

Wichita State’s senior guard Jordan Frison, a transfer from Tennessee‑Chattanooga, is focusing on maximizing his teammates’ strengths through precise passing and shooting, bringing a blend of experience and scoring prowess to a roster that returns ten players from a 24‑12 season.

The Wildcats added two of Florida’s highest‑rated prospects, Brooklyn Maxey and Joseph Graves, to their 2027 roster, a move that lifts their recruiting class into the top tier of the Big 12.

Legendary Georgia Tech coach Danny Hall will be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame as part of the 2027 class, joining an elite group of players and coaches.

Keller Daugherty, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Lee's Summit High School, has pledged to Iowa, climbing to four‑star status and reshaping the program's future.

Tanner Mans, a former state champion and VMI alumnus, has been appointed head coach of the Wellington girls' basketball team, succeeding Eric Adams and planning to blend youth development with the program's championship tradition.

Former Cal pitcher, coach and broadcaster Jim Darby earns a place in the College Baseball Hall of Fame, joining a select group of Golden Bears. His career spans nearly four decades of transformative leadership in baseball and the sporting goods industry.
The commitment of Brooklyn Maxey, a 6‑foot‑2 wide receiver, brings Kansas State’s 2027 class to 22 pledges and lifts its national ranking.

AJ Evasco, a standout sophomore infielder from Kansas State, has committed to Arkansas through the transfer portal, bringing his proven bat and defensive versatility to a program aiming for a SEC title.

The Big 12’s coordinated campaign against Texas Tech and quarterback Brendan Sorsby, spurred by gambling allegations, has set a new precedent for conference intervention, while the school eyes a strong title run with backup quarterback Will Hammond.
The latest pledge adds a highly rated pass rusher to Kansas State's recruiting class, elevating its national standing and underscoring the program's growing appeal.

Sporting News has unveiled its annual college football head coaching rankings, placing Iowa State's Jimmy Rogers at No. 65. With a championship pedigree and growing confidence within the program, Rogers is poised to rise quickly in next year's edition.

The highly touted 2027 point guard Jaxson Davis, ranked No. 42 nationally, announced his decision after a campus visit, highlighting Iowa's emerging role in his future.

The state’s Class 3A All‑State baseball squad was released this week, highlighting top players, a repeat pitcher award, and a coach of the year.

The 2026 slate divides Kansas’ opponents into three distinct groups, each presenting its own set of challenges and opportunities.
Coach Bill Self is back, and the Jayhawks have secured the nation's top 2026 prospect, Tyran Stokes, in a bid to return to the NCAA tournament's second weekend for the first time since 2022

Denny Hamlin opens the race from pole position with a 2.77‑to‑1 odds, while Kyle Larson, Tyler Reddick, William Byron and Carson Hocevar round out the top contenders.
Texas Tech football announced the verbal commitment of Dontae Perkins, a 6‑foot‑5, 295‑pound three‑star prospect, to its 2027 recruiting class, the first offensive lineman to pledge and the twelfth overall commit.

Malique Ewin, a former Razorback standout, is exploring a transfer to Kansas. His eligibility for an extra NCAA season remains uncertain, casting doubt on a potential impact for the Jayhawks.

Alabama’s baseball program has repeatedly punched its ticket to the NCAA’s premier tournament, delivering memorable runs, celebrated coaches and a pipeline that fed the majors with talent.
An exhibition at the Ellsworth Arts Gallery in Kansas will showcase soccer legend Ricky Davis's memorabilia alongside a community art competition, featuring meet‑and‑greet sessions on June 20 and 27.

Projected as a first‑round selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, Joshua Jefferson could become the first Iowa State player under T.J. Otzelberger to be drafted, ending a five‑year hiatus and reigniting the Cyclones’ NBA pipeline.