UNC reveals 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball schedule
The Tar Heels will test themselves against a demanding slate of power‑conference teams, highlighted by matchups with Arkansas, Kentucky and Illinois, while renewing the rivalry with N.C. State.
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The Tar Heels will test themselves against a demanding slate of power‑conference teams, highlighted by matchups with Arkansas, Kentucky and Illinois, while renewing the rivalry with N.C. State.
The Tar Heels will face Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois and a historic Tobacco Road clash, while new coach Michael Malone shapes a roster built for early‑season challenges.

The Tar Heels have released a 14‑game non‑conference schedule that features marquee matchups, exhibition contests and a series of high‑profile road trips.

The University of Arkansas Ice Hockey Club has released its full 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting home games at the Jones Center, a season‑opening scrimmage, and a slate of competitive matchups across the American Collegiate Hockey Association.

The Fort Wayne Komets have added three players — Mitch Hults, Patrick Guzzo and Jack Matier — to strengthen their lineup for the upcoming campaign.

LSU’s head coach Kim Mulkey has mapped out a demanding nonconference schedule that includes matchups with UConn, Villanova, North Carolina State and North Carolina, signaling an intent to test her roster early and build confidence for the SEC season.
A federal judge has granted a temporary restraining order that lifts the NCAA’s block on three former Rebels, allowing them to transfer and compete in the 2026 season.

MK Young’s 2025 season at Vanderbilt showcased a dramatic comeback, blending record‑setting rushing numbers with a renewed emotional connection to the program.

The SEC released its preseason coaches' all‑conference teams, recognizing Ole Miss with eight selections. Key players from the Rebels' roster were highlighted across the first, second, and third teams, setting the stage for a high‑profile matchup against Louisville at Nissan Stadium on September 6, 2026.

Chattanooga and Belmont meet on Aug. 20 in Nashville, continuing a series that favors Belmont and highlighting standout performances by Caroline Ekern and Quinn Johnson.

Kewan Lacy, a Dallas native and senior back for Ole Miss, has been selected as a preseason candidate for the 2026 Doak Walker Award as the Rebels gear up to open against Louisville in Nashville.

The Cardinals are rebuilding around returning stars and fresh draft talent as they prepare for a full fall schedule at Jim Patterson Stadium.

The PwC SMU Athletic Forum has selected Ole Miss standout Kewan Lacy as a preseason finalist for the 2026 Doak Walker Award, highlighting his record‑setting 2025 season and the Rebels' upcoming campaign.

The Nashville Predators sit at No. 10 in the overall draft rankings, showcasing a pipeline rich with prospects who blend offensive flair, physicality and defensive reliability.
Jacob Hurtubise, a versatile outfielder with MLB experience, is charting an unusual path that blends professional baseball with a five‑year commitment to the U.S. Army.
Nashville SC’s Hany Mukhtar was named MLS Player of the Matchday for Matchday 20 after scoring twice in a 4‑1 victory over Inter Miami CF, reaching 90 career goals and extending the club’s unbeaten home run.

Ole Miss climbs to No. 9 in the preseason AP poll, signaling a return to elite status after a playoff semifinal run, as coach Pete Golding prepares the Rebels for a high‑stakes opener against Louisville.

The Rebels enter the 2026 college football season ranked No. 9 in the AP poll, led by Coach Pete Golding, who is preparing for his first full year after a CFP semifinal run and a program‑first 13‑win campaign.

UConn reveals a demanding non‑conference slate that includes exhibitions, a season‑opening matchup and high‑profile neutral‑site contests against nationally ranked teams.
The University of Connecticut announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring renewals of storied rivalries, neutral‑site showdowns and a series of exhibition games before the regular season begins.
The Cardinals break a 2017‑year top‑25 drought, returning key defenders and a standout running back as they prepare to face Ole Miss in the season opener.
Ranked ninth in the 2026 preseason AP Top 25, Ole Miss looks to build on last year’s playoff appearance and a promising returning core.

Nashville SC captured the Supporters’ Shield with a commanding win over Inter Miami, while Toronto FC snapped a long winless run and Vancouver Whitecaps reclaimed the Cascadia Cup, setting the tone for a tightly contested season.

UConn's undefeated 2025‑26 regular season sets the stage for a challenging 2026‑27 nonconference schedule that includes a South Carolina rematch, games against Notre Dame and Tennessee, and a final showdown with LSU in Nashville.