The Basketball Tournament Extends FOX Sports Partnership with $2 Million Prize
The Basketball Tournament announced a two‑year extension with FOX Sports, adding a $2 million prize and expanding the 2026 field to 16 teams.
May 29, 2026
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Rainbow Warriors Lock in Seven National TV Appearances for 2026 Football Season
Seven Hawai'i games will be televised nationally in 2026, featuring matchups on The CW, FOX and ACC Network, highlighted by a season‑opening clash with Stanford.
May 27, 2026
Mountain West Announces 2026 Football Broadcast Package
The conference reveals a comprehensive 2026 schedule featuring 41 national telecasts, strategic placements on CBS Sports Network, FOX Sports, The CW and the new MW+ streaming service, with the season opening on August 29 and the championship game set for December 4 on FOX.
May 27, 2026
Nevada’s 2026 Football Outlook: ESPN Projects Seventh Place, Bowl Hopes Hang in Balance
ESPN analyst Bill Connelly’s latest Mountain West forecast places Nevada seventh in a revamped 10‑team conference, projecting a 5‑7 record and a modest 31.9% chance of bowl eligibility. Coach Jeff Choate remains bullish, emphasizing quarterback development and a favorable schedule.
May 27, 2026
Donovan Dent Calls Time on Basketball After One UCLA Season
After a brief and turbulent stint with the Bruins, Donovan Dent has announced his retirement from professional basketball, opting to focus on developing the next generation of players in his home state.
May 26, 2026
Jody Adams Returns to Bradley Central as Girls Basketball Coach
After a celebrated coaching journey, Jody Adams is back in her hometown of Cleveland, Tennessee, taking the helm of Bradley Central’s girls basketball team.
May 26, 2026
Jody Adams Returns Home to Coach Bradley Central Girls Basketball
Jody Adams, a national‑championship point guard with three decades of coaching experience, has been appointed girls basketball coach at her alma mater, Bradley Central High School.
May 26, 2026
Donovan Dent retires from basketball, turns to mentoring youth in New Mexico
Donovan Dent, who once averaged 13.3 points and 7.6 assists for UCLA, has announced his retirement and is now mentoring the next generation of players back home in New Mexico.
May 25, 2026
Donovan Dent Steps Away from Pro Basketball to Mentor Youth
Donovan Dent, the 2024‑25 Mountain West Player of the Year, announced his retirement from professional basketball, citing a desire to give back to the youth and start training.
May 25, 2026
Donovan Dent Exits Pro Basketball to Build Youth Academy
At 22, Donovan Dent trades a promising pro career for a mission to mentor young athletes, launch a basketball academy and settle in Albuquerque with his partner Katelyn Estrada.
May 25, 2026
The Basketball Tournament Extends Fox Sports Deal and Revamps Format for 13th Edition
The Basketball Tournament (TBT) has secured a two‑year extension with Fox Sports, guaranteeing 20 games across Fox, FS1 and FS2 while overhauling its format into two brackets and a $2 million winner‑take‑all final.
May 24, 2026
Donovan Dent Returns to Albuquerque to Mentor Young Basketball Talent
Donovan Dent, the former UNM Lobo and UCLA Bruin, has relocated to Albuquerque to run basketball clinics and a summer camp, while also gearing up for the TBT tournament with a team of former Lobos.
May 23, 2026
UNM Baseball Ends Season After Mountain West Tournament Defeat
The University of New Mexico’s baseball team was eliminated from the Mountain West tournament after an 11-1 loss to Air Force, concluding a 29-24-1 season and setting the stage for offseason moves.
May 23, 2026
Nevada Wolf Pack’s Season Ends in Early Exit as Rebuild Looms
The Nevada baseball program experienced a promising start, a mid‑season surge, and a disappointing tournament loss, setting the stage for a significant rebuild under new leadership.
May 22, 2026
New Mexico Ends Losing Streak with 13-4 Victory Over Nevada in Mountain West Baseball Championship
The Lobos snapped a five‑game skid in the Mountain West Championship, highlighted by Ashby’s homer and a dominant pitching performance, setting up a Friday clash with San Diego State.
May 22, 2026
Mountain West Announces 2026 Women’s Soccer Schedule with New Entrants
The 2026 Mountain West women's soccer slate was revealed on May 20, featuring Hawai'i, UTEP and UC Davis, with all Spartans matches streamed live and a championship set for November.
May 20, 2026
Vanderbilt’s QB Decision Looms as Analysts Weigh In
ESPN’s latest analysis pits top recruit Jared Curtis against Blaze Berlowitz, with differing predictions from analysts Max Olson and Michael Cohen.
May 20, 2026
Mountain West Unveils 2026 Women’s Soccer Schedule with New Entrants and Streaming Deal
The conference released its 2026 slate on May 19, introducing Hawai'i, UTEP and UC Davis while confirming that all Spartans matches will stream on the new Mountain West platform.
May 19, 2026
St. John’s secures 4‑star center Theo Edema in class of 2026 reclassification
Theo Edema, a 4‑star center originally ranked No.33, will reclassify to the 2026 class and join St. John's this summer, adding depth to a frontcourt that already includes Lazar Stojkovic and Ruben Prey.
May 19, 2026
Lobos close home slate with 12‑6 win over Aggies
The University of New Mexico baseball team defeated New Mexico State 12‑6 in their final home game, highlighted by Brodey Williams, Khalil Walker and a seven‑run seventh inning, and will now head to the Mountain West Tournament in Mesa, Arizona, starting May 21.
May 18, 2026
College Football’s 2026 Statistical Leaders: Transfers, Injuries, and New Frontiers
From Josh Hoover’s record‑breaking passing yards to Ahmad Hardy’s recovery from a gunshot wound, the 2026 season promises dramatic storylines for the nation’s most prolific college football athletes.
May 16, 2026
Allie Myers Signs with Drake Bulldogs for 2026‑27 Season
Transfer forward Allie Myers signs with Drake University, bringing rebounding dominance and high‑school scoring accolades to the 2026‑27 roster.
May 12, 2026
Lobos Spring Practices Offer Early Glimpse of 2026 Football Outlook
The University of New Mexico Lobos wrapped up spring drills, revealing key battles at quarterback and promising defensive flashes that could define the 2026 season.
May 12, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Set for Home Showdown with Oklahoma in 2026
The 2026 season brings a revamped schedule, a historic rivalry, and a pivotal home game for Georgia as they prepare to face Oklahoma.
May 11, 2026