
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Rankings: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and the Biggest Moves
The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.
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The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.

The Missouri Tigers and Nebraska Cornhuskers will meet on December 12, 2026, renewing a rivalry that stretches back to 1907. The game marks the first meeting in sixteen seasons and arrives amid impressive recent performances by both schools.

Dylan Carey, a Nebraska shortstop, is a finalist for the 2026 Brooks Wallace Award, recognizing his outstanding .353 batting average, 15 home runs, 65 RBI and .981 fielding percentage.

The Red Storm celebrates a historic All-District selection and looks ahead to a pivotal Super Regional against Alabama, with a College World Series berth on the horizon.
A youth baseball coach from Oklahoma faces a lifetime ban after allegedly instructing his son to throw a ball into an opponent's dugout, reigniting questions about oversight and safety in amateur sports.

Despite a 43‑17 record and a home‑field advantage, Nebraska’s baseball team saw its season end with consecutive defeats in the NCAA Regional, leaving Coach Will Bolt to reflect on an overachieving year and the impact of a senior‑laden roster.

The University of Wyoming football program is set for a major overhaul, adding nearly 50 players, retaining key talent, and welcoming new quarterbacks and linemen.
Ole Miss baseball is poised to host a super regional if it can win one of its final two games, a scenario that could be influenced by Auburn's performance and the broader NCAA rankings.

A youth baseball coach in Kansas City was banned for life after allegedly instructing his 12‑year‑old son to throw a ball into the opposing team's dugout during a Memorial Day tournament game between Oklahoma and Nebraska teams.

A youth baseball coach in Kansas City was banned for life after allegedly prompting his son to throw a ball at an opposing team's dugout, sparking a broader conversation about sportsmanship.
A youth baseball coach from Oklahoma has been banned for life by the United States Specialty Sports Association after his 12‑year‑old son launched a 70‑mph fastball into an opposing team's dugout, a move he says was provoked by verbal abuse.

The second‑seeded Ole Miss Rebels faced the third‑seeded Arizona State Sun Devils in a rain‑delayed Lincoln regional game that aired live on ESPN2 at 9 p.m. ET on May 29, 2026.

A youth baseball coach in Oklahoma received a lifetime ban after his son's illegal pitch sparked a viral controversy during a Memorial Day game in Kansas City.

A youth baseball game in Kansas City over Memorial Day weekend sparked controversy when a coach allegedly directed his 12‑year‑old son to throw an illegal pitch into the opposing dugout. The incident, captured on video, led to a lifetime ban for the coach and a five‑year suspension for the pitcher after a USSSA investigation.

London Dada, a 6‑foot‑8 senior from Omaha Westside, announced his commitment to Creighton University, marking the first 2027 recruit for the program and underscoring the impact of Coach Alan Huss and the staff.

Nebraska's athletic director Troy Dannen has extended head coach Matt Rhule's contract, emphasizing stability, while USC's Lincoln Riley eyes a 2026 national title and Penn State appoints Matt Campbell to replace James Franklin.

As the 2026 World Cup prepares to open in Kansas City, Omaha residents anticipate a wave of international visitors and increased soccer enthusiasm, with Union Omaha planning watch parties and community events.

The 2026 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship regionals will feature nine ACC members competing across the United States. Host schools, seeding details, and broadcast information highlight a tournament that continues the conference’s streak of sustained success.
Guard Tyler Tanner’s decision to return bolsters Vanderbilt’s prospects, positioning the Commodores as a preseason top‑25 team and setting the stage for a season defined by size, defense and fresh additions.
The Sun Devils, seeded third, aim to break a 14‑year drought and return to the College World Series, confronting a Mississippi team with a deep bullpen and a potent offense led by standout hitters.

With a #2 seed and a challenging bracket that includes top-ranked Nebraska, the Rebels rely on a trio of standout hitters and a veteran pitching staff guided by Coach Mike Bianco.

Nebraska has unveiled kickoff times for four pivotal 2026 games, highlighting night contests, a Black Friday matchup, and ticket sale details.

The University of Washington announced its 2026 football slate, confirming dates, times and networks for the opening games, including the high‑profile Apple Cup against Washington State.
The 2025‑26 Kansas State athletic season blended disappointment with record‑breaking performances, historic tournament runs and significant coaching changes.