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Former Michigan State captain Matt Basgall has signed a one‑year contract with the San Diego Gulls, bringing his Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year accolade and extensive collegiate experience to the AHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks.
Two Omaha cousins, Luis and Adriel Sosa, were selected to escort players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City, showcasing the impact of a free youth soccer program and the aspirations of the next generation.
UConn’s men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has long been known for his animated exchanges with officials and spectators. In a recent interview he joked about preferring to argue with out‑of‑shape fans and emphasized a renewed focus on professionalism.
Dan Hurley reflects on his reputation for confronting referees and fans, recalling a bizarre incident that ended with a spectator’s arrest.
Alabama’s standout backstop, Brady Neal, was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft after a breakout season that helped the Crimson Tide return to the College World Series.
Three LSU players were drafted on the opening day, highlighting the program's sustained excellence and future prospects.
After a lackluster regular season, the Oklahoma Sooners surged through the postseason, defeating five seeded teams and outscoring opponents 118-53 to claim their third national championship.
LSU's baseball program faced its first NCAA Tournament omission since 2011, but a revamped roster and strategic draft plans signal a determined push back to the top.
Will Hubert, a senior defensive lineman wearing jersey 57, is emerging as a key leader for Iowa's 2026 football season.
A multi‑generational love of baseball fuels the Willits family’s journey, blending on‑field triumphs with off‑field camaraderie.
Alabama’s standout shortstop Justin Lebron is generating buzz ahead of the 2026 MLB draft, with many analysts predicting he will be among the first fifteen selections.
Freshman right‑hander Xander Mercurius helped the University of Oklahoma capture the 2026 Men’s College World Series, a triumph he shared with his brother LJ. Now he is turning his focus to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp as he prepares to defend the title.
Georgia’s catcher Daniel Jackson was crowned the 2026 Golden Spikes Award winner, capping a season that propelled the Bulldogs to their most successful campaign and a College World Series appearance.
Freshman pitcher Caden Glauber dazzled for the University of North Carolina, earning ACC Freshman of the Year, national freshman honors and a pivotal role in the Tar Heels’ College World Series run.
Dan Jackson's Golden Spikes Award highlights Georgia's rising baseball pedigree, while strategic portal additions bolster a team that reached the final four last season
The Tar Heels look to build on a College World Series runner‑up finish, with several star players set to return and several gaps to fill.
A look at the remarkable feats that have unfolded on June 29, spotlighting players such as Joe DiMaggio, Randy Johnson and Barry Bonds, and the first major‑league game ever played on European soil.
Baker Mayfield, a longtime supporter of Oklahoma athletics, praised the university's baseball team after they secured the College World Series title with a dominant victory over North Carolina.
Despite falling short of the national championship, the Tar Heels showcased a unifying season and are poised to strengthen their lineup with high‑profile transfers Jamie Laskofski and James Voorhies.
Tommy Ashley, Grace Nugent and Spencer Haskell break down the highs and lows of the 2026 Tar Heel baseball campaign, spotlighting Kane Kepley’s rise, the team’s CWS disappointment and its fourth‑place Learfield Cup finish.
The Tar Heels fell 13-2 to the Oklahoma Sooners in the College World Series final, concluding a storied postseason that included a string of upsets over power‑conference opponents.
The Longhorns finished 46‑15, captured their 39th College World Series appearance, and set program milestones in pitching, hitting and base stealing.
Tommy Ashley, Grace Nugent, and Spencer Haskell reflect on UNC’s 2026 baseball journey, highlighting the College World Series run, standout players, and coaching decisions that shaped the Tar Heels’ path.
The Oklahoma Sooners clinched the 2026 NCAA Division I baseball championship with a dominant 13‑2 win over the North Carolina Tar Heels, a triumph that reverberated through the final USA TODAY Coaches poll and marked a turning point for the program.