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The first live evaluation window of the summer begins Thursday, prompting NC State’s basketball staff to embark on a cross‑league scouting tour that will span the Nike EYBL, Adidas 3SSB, Puma PRO16 and Under Armour circuits.
Duke University's men's basketball program is set to field a versatile lineup featuring a Wisconsin transfer, a defensive standout projected as a first‑round NBA pick, and a teenage MVP from the FIBA U17 World Cup.
A look at the 19 newcomers expected to shape Duke football's outlook for the 2026 season, highlighting key contributors and the program's ambitions.
The 2026 Greater Charlotte 7A/8A Conference preview highlights Hough’s championship pedigree, new leadership at Myers Park, and key returning players across the region.
North Wilkesboro Speedway has introduced a new premium hospitality space called 47 Reserve, celebrating the track's 1947 origins while preparing for a landmark NASCAR weekend that includes the first points‑paying Cup race in nearly three decades.
Freshman star Cameron Boozer led Duke to a perfect ACC campaign, captured the McKevlin Award with a record number of votes, and set the stage for an anticipated NBA future.
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced its 2025‑26 athlete of the year awards, recognizing Pitt’s volleyball star Olivia Babcock and Duke’s basketball phenom Cameron Boozer for historic performances.
The University of North Carolina announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting a challenging non‑conference lineup, exhibition games and a home opener against VCU on Aug. 28.
USA Baseball and the NFHS have announced an expansion of permitted bat drop weights for high school baseball, adding USABat -4, -5 and -6 alongside the existing USA BBCOR (-3) standard. The change, effective in 2028, aims to support player development and retention while preserving existing equipment compliance.
Auburn’s rising stars Chase Fralick and Jackson Sanders join the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team for the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taiwan.
The latest edition of EA Sports' college football series is now available, featuring detailed player ratings for the Arkansas Razorbacks and a host of other programs.
Grayden Harris, a left‑handed pitcher from Southern Miss, has been selected for the 2026 USA Collegiate National Team after an impressive showing in training camp.
Six former North Carolina players have crossed the $100 million threshold in NBA earnings, reshaping the school’s legacy on the professional stage.
On November 14, 2026, Marshall Football will host Appalachian State in a game that blends remembrance, celebration, and future recruitment, as part of the annual "Play For The 75" tribute.
Chase Briscoe scores his first win of the year at Chicagoland Speedway as the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule rolls across a diverse slate of tracks, with ticket details and standings emerging for fans.
JD Stein, a sophomore infielder at the University of South Carolina, has been selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team, set to compete in Taichung City, Taiwan, from July 11‑15. His performance in trials, collegiate achievements at Wake Forest, and historic significance as the first Gamecock to play abroad since 2016 highlight the upcoming tournament.
Team USA secured its eighth consecutive FIBA U-17 Men’s World Cup with a 107-81 victory over Serbia, setting tournament records for three‑pointers and point differential while showcasing standout performances from key players.
The 2026 United States Field Hockey League Adult National Club Championship will take place in St. Louis from July 10 to 12, featuring elite clubs from across the country, notable Olympians, and free live streaming of all weekend matches.
The 2026 Collegiate National Team, featuring Texas standouts Luke Harrison and Anthony Pack Jr., will compete in the inaugural World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan, starting July 11.
USA Baseball has unveiled its 2026 Collegiate National Team, spotlighting Texas right‑hander Luke Harrison and offensive phenom Anthony Pack Jr., who will represent the United States at the upcoming World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung, Taiwan.
North Carolina’s football program is entering a pivotal phase as Bill Belichick, the NFL’s most accomplished head coach, takes the reins and appoints Bobby Petrino to oversee the offense. The spring press conference offered a rare glimpse into the team’s emerging identity, with Belichick emphasizing discipline and Petrino outlining a balanced, up‑tempo scheme. Among the quarterbacks, Billy Edwards Jr., a graduate transfer from Wisconsin, stands out as the most experienced option after a season‑ending injury curtailed his previous campaign. Coaches and teammates alike have praised his poise and arm strength, noting that his familiarity with a pro‑style playbook could accelerate the Tar Heels’ development. Fans are eager to see how the new coordinator’s schemes will mesh with Belichick’s vision, and the upcoming scrimmages will be a litmus test for the program’s trajectory.
With a new offensive coordinator, a revamped roster and head coach Bill Belichick at the helm, the Tar Heels are poised for a pivotal season.
Kolby Branch, a former University of Georgia shortstop, earned a place on the 2026 Collegiate National Team after an impressive training camp that showcased his speed and plate discipline.
The 28‑player roster announced by USA Baseball includes Ole Miss pitcher Walker Hooks, who led the SEC in key pitching metrics and will compete in Taiwan's first world collegiate championship.