Arizona Football Eyes Top 25 Breakthrough with BYU Showdown
Arizona’s season opener has lifted them into the AP poll’s fourth tier, and a home game against 15th‑ranked BYU offers a chance to climb higher under coach Brent Brennan.
Sep 8, 2026
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Texas Tech’s Braden Atkinson Poised to Lead Charge Against Oregon State
With Texas Tech favored by 26.5 points, freshman quarterback Braden Atkinson looks to build on his promising FBS debut while Oregon State’s new coach JaMarcus Shepard prepares his squad for a high‑octane matchup.
Sep 8, 2026
Texas Tech Football Slips to No. 13 After Modest Opener
Texas Tech opened the 2026 season ranked 12th, fell to 13th after a home victory, and now prepares for a primetime showdown with Oregon State.
Sep 8, 2026
Erik Deroo Leads Texas Tech Women’s Basketball into the NIL Era
Erik Deroo, now general manager of Texas Tech’s women’s program, discusses the challenges and opportunities of NIL, global recruiting and the path back to the NCAA Tournament.
Sep 8, 2026
Auburn Women’s Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Schedule
Auburn’s women’s basketball team announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring a season‑opening home game, a road trip to Texas Tech, a tournament in Puerto Rico, and high‑profile matchups against Stanford and Wake Forest.
Sep 8, 2026
Shiel Wood Commits to Texas Tech, Ending Years of Coaching Wanderlust
After seven coaching stops since 2018, Shiel Wood has signed a three-year contract at Texas Tech, aiming to put down roots and avoid the constant relocation that has defined his career.
Sep 8, 2026
Week 1 College Football Rankings Shake Up as Top Teams Hold Strong
After Week 1, the college football rankings show significant movement, with Ohio State holding the No. 1 spot, Notre Dame climbing, and LSU’s dominant win over Clemson positioning them for a top‑five push, while Texas, Miami, and others validate preseason expectations.
Sep 8, 2026
Mountaineers Poised for November Surge, Says Former Back
Former WVU running back Eugene Napoleon believes the Mountaineers can achieve meaningful success in November, thanks to improved roster depth and experience, even as they face a demanding final stretch.
Sep 8, 2026
Texas Tech’s Offensive woes spark fan frustration and coaching debate
Fans voice disappointment after a slow start, while the new contract for offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich and lingering quarterback issues cast doubt on the team’s playoff prospects.
Sep 7, 2026
Texas Tech Red Raiders Ink Cigar Line with Bocock Brothers
The Texas Tech Red Raiders, ranked seventh nationally, have partnered with Bocock Brothers to launch a new cigar line that will ship this month, coinciding with the team's season opener.
Sep 6, 2026
Cougars Blast Openers with 33-20 Victory Over Oregon State
The University of Houston Cougars opened their 2025 campaign with a 33-20 win over Oregon State, highlighted by Conner Weigman’s 305 passing yards, a rushing touchdown, and Amare Thomas’s eight catches for 133 yards and a score.
Sep 5, 2026
Texas Tech and USC Prepare for Coast‑to‑Coast Challenge Clash
Texas Tech and USC will meet on December 13 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth as part of the USLBM Coast‑to‑Coast Challenge, featuring key players, new recruits and a glimpse of next season’s tournament hopes.
Aug 31, 2026
Preseason Pressure Points Set the Stage for 2026 College Football
A look at the major storylines shaping the upcoming college football season, from controversial roster moves to championship expectations and the broader impact of NCAA litigation.
Aug 30, 2026
LCU Women’s Soccer Faces Historic Back‑to‑Back Showdown with Wayland Baptist
The Lubbock Christian University women's soccer squad will host Wayland Baptist on August 30, 2026, in a first‑ever back‑to‑back series that highlights a storied rivalry, key returning players and a home venue upgraded for the new season.
Aug 30, 2026
2026 College Football Playoff Outlook: Powerhouses, Transfers, and Predicted Champions
The 2026 season promises dramatic shifts as transfers reshape rosters, historic programs chase new milestones, and analysts map out a bracket that could crown an unexpected champion.
Aug 29, 2026
Lubbock Christian Lady Chaps Open Season with Back‑to‑Back Battle Against Fort Lewis
The Lady Chaps will kick off their 2026 campaign in a rare back‑to‑back matchup against Fort Lewis, a test of their depth and a chance to stake an early claim in the Lone Star Conference.
Aug 29, 2026
Pepperdine and Texas Tech Share Points in 1-1 Draw at John Walker Soccer Complex
A late goal by Kate Ryan put Pepperdine ahead, but Texas Tech answered quickly, resulting in a 1-1 stalemate that sets up a Sunday showdown with Baylor.
Aug 28, 2026
Texas Tech Basketball Kicks Off 2026‑27 Season with First Out‑of‑Season Practice
The Red Raiders assembled 14 players for their initial practice, blending returning veterans with new recruits under Coach McCasland's guidance, while key athletes like Darrion Williams and Cruz Davis expressed optimism about the upcoming season.
Aug 27, 2026
Mountaineers’ 2026 Outlook: A Balanced Forecast Under Rich Rodriguez
West Virginia University’s football program anticipates a .500 record in 2026, with a mix of winnable contests and tough road tests, all overseen by head coach Rich Rodriguez.
Aug 26, 2026
Pepperdine Women’s Soccer Hits the Road for First Texas Showdown
Pepperdine's women's soccer squad embarks on its inaugural road trip, facing Texas Tech and Baylor in a schedule that blends experience‑building matches with a glimpse of future West Coast Conference competition.
Aug 25, 2026
Bo Davis ruled ineligible for 2026 football season after transfer
A recent UIL ruling strips running back Bo Davis of varsity eligibility for the 2026 season, joining a wave of transfer‑related controversies that have sidelined other elite prospects.
Aug 25, 2026
Mountaineers brace for a grueling 2026 campaign
Eleven days remain before the West Virginia Mountaineers open the 2026 football season, a schedule that blends high‑stakes home games with daunting road trips against top‑ranked opponents.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA’s ‘5-in-5’ Rule Reshapes College Basketball Rosters
The new NCAA eligibility rule allows athletes to play five seasons in five years, prompting roster revamps at schools like Ohio and Texas Tech and reshaping competitive dynamics in college basketball.
Aug 25, 2026
Broncos’ Historic Streak Snaps in Lubbock
Boise State's women's soccer team fell 2-0 to Texas Tech in Lubbock, ending a program-record unbeaten streak. Taylor Zdrojewski scored twice, while goalkeeper Ava de Leest made four saves. Head coach Jim Thomas praised his players' effort despite the disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026