Six Topeka Talents Shine in EA Sports College Football 27
A look at the six Topeka-born players featured in EA Sports' latest college football title, their collegiate teams, and the in‑game ratings that highlight their strengths.
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A look at the six Topeka-born players featured in EA Sports' latest college football title, their collegiate teams, and the in‑game ratings that highlight their strengths.

ODU’s 2027 road trip to California marks the longest regular‑season journey in school history, highlighting recent successes and a new ticket package for fans.

Joe Bryant Jr., a former Norfolk State basketball standout, has been named Czech NBL Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year, and Guard of the Year after a stellar 2025‑26 season with BK Pardubice, where he led the league in scoring and helped his team reach the finals.

Winnipeg native Isaac Poulter has agreed to a one‑year, two‑way contract that guarantees $855,000 in the NHL and $103,000 in the minors, reinforcing the Jets' goaltending options while keeping a familiar Manitoba presence in the organization.

The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference, together with the NFL and Morgan State University, will host its fourth consecutive Girls on the Gridiron flag‑football clinic on July 19, 2026, at Hughes Stadium in Baltimore, offering free training, gear and a pathway into the growing sport.

Robyn Murray, a former standout defender for the University at Albany, is back on the staff as an assistant coach, bringing a championship pedigree and fresh energy to the program.

Old Dominion’s men’s basketball program welcomes seven transfers for the upcoming season, highlighted by forward Kylan Howze, whose defensive prowess and collegiate experience span junior college and Division I.

The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference announces that media credential applications are open for its 2026 Football Media Day, scheduled for July 21 at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium. The event will provide unprecedented access to interview coaches, student‑athletes and administrators, while showcasing preseason all‑conference teams and award recipients.

The university announced its full 2026 calendar, featuring exhibition matches, a rigorous conference schedule and the BIG EAST Championship in November.

Old Dominion University announced the hiring of Asia Williams, a seasoned coach with a strong recruiting pedigree, to lead player development on Coach DeLisha Milton-Jones' staff.

From a modest start in Lansing to a historic award, Jon Cooper’s 2025‑26 campaign blends on‑ice dominance with personal resilience.

The Cavaliers will open the 2026 season in Charlottesville before heading to Charlotte for a marquee non‑conference clash, while also facing Norfolk State, West Virginia and Delaware in a varied slate that tests their depth.

Tyrique Tucker, a redshirt senior defensive lineman for the Indiana Hoosiers, is central to a defensive unit expected to dominate the 2026 college football landscape. His journey from Norfolk to Bloomington, decorated accolades, and decision to stay on campus have heightened anticipation for a line brimming with talent and depth.

The San Antonio Toros are preparing for their first season in the Continental Football League, emphasizing low costs, community engagement, and local partnerships while navigating financial and logistical challenges.

The South Carolina Seawolves, the Palmetto State's first professional football team in two decades, are assembling for a 2027 launch in the entertainment‑focused ApexPro Football League. With tryouts slated for June and a partnership that blends sport and spectacle, the team aims to carve a unique niche in American football.

A look at the extensive coaching résumé of Daan Polders, the newest assistant for the ODU field hockey program, and what his background means for the team’s future.

Cacti Park in West Palm Beach has been crowned Florida’s top spring‑training venue, drawing fans with affordable tickets and memorabilia while the Astros and Nationals showcase emerging talent. Injuries, college breakthroughs, and off‑season rumors add layers to the season’s narrative.