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UConn reveals a demanding non‑conference slate that includes exhibitions, a season‑opening matchup and high‑profile neutral‑site contests against nationally ranked teams.
The University of Connecticut announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring renewals of storied rivalries, neutral‑site showdowns and a series of exhibition games before the regular season begins.
Notre Dame climbs to fourth in the 2025 AP preseason media poll, riding a 10‑game winning streak and a challenging slate that includes Miami, BYU and SMU.
UConn's undefeated 2025‑26 regular season sets the stage for a challenging 2026‑27 nonconference schedule that includes a South Carolina rematch, games against Notre Dame and Tennessee, and a final showdown with LSU in Nashville.
Early‑season showdowns between traditional rivals and rising contenders will test teams’ playoff credentials and reshape the national title picture.
Samford University’s women’s soccer team hosts Belmont in a live‑streamed home opener on Sunday at 6 p.m., looking to capitalize on a 10‑1‑1 series edge and a strong returning core.
Notre Dame’s defense is pioneering pre‑snap disguise tactics that confuse quarterbacks, with Leonard Moore’s experimental schemes and Chris Ash’s coordinated approach reshaping how the team prepares and executes on the field.
Five Northern Indiana programs top the preseason rankings as they prepare for a competitive 2026 season.
The school announced the hires ahead of the November start, highlighting Olson’s return and Marks’ Division II experience, while the girls team’s state‑title run and the boys’ 5‑22 season set the stage for a fresh start.
Two Nittany Lion standouts are highlighted in preseason rankings as the team prepares to face No. 2 Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, with the match to be televised on the ACC Network.
The latest preseason rankings highlight five teams poised to shape the early narrative of Indiana high school football, each with distinct strategies and aspirations.
From Ohio State’s showdown with Texas to BYU’s clash with Utah, a handful of games will determine which teams earn a spot in the 2026 playoff
Notre Dame announced that veteran lineman Matty Augustine and freshman defensive back Chaz Smith will undergo surgery for injuries sustained during fall camp, yet both are expected to be ready for the next season.
Northwestern’s women’s soccer team reflects on a 2025 season of promise and setbacks, highlighting key players and an upcoming exhibition against Notre Dame.
The Samford women's soccer team will open its 2026 season against second‑ranked Notre Dame on August 12, 2026, in South Bend, Indiana, marking the first meeting since a 6‑0 loss a year earlier.
The Badgers open the 2026‑27 campaign with a two‑game home series against Robert Morris on October 2‑3, then travel to Milwaukee for a holiday tournament before a series of road and home games against a mix of traditional rivals.
Samford’s women’s soccer team tops the SoCon preseason poll, driven by Player of the Year Sam De Luca and a strong returning roster.
Transfer cornerback DJ McKinney, a seasoned player with over 5,300 career snaps, is integrating into Notre Dame’s defense by attending night meetings and impressing coaches during fall camp, positioning himself to contribute alongside Leonard Moore and other starters.
After transferring to Notre Dame, DJ McKinney is mastering a new defensive scheme, balancing late‑night study sessions with on‑field drills, and positioning himself behind sophomore Jayden Sanders for a starting role.
After a four‑year hiatus, the Trojans and the Irish will meet again in 2030, beginning with a Week 1 game at the USC Coliseum and concluding with a trip to South Bend the following year.
A standout from Kansas, Ian Premer is navigating his rookie season at Notre Dame with a focus on special‑teams contributions and skill development, aiming to become a key piece of the offense in the years ahead.
Notre Dame is assessing quarterback Teddy Jarrard, a reclassified recruit, as a potential backup and even a starter against Wisconsin in the upcoming opener.
Notre Dame safety Brauntae Johnson is asking teammates and staff to call him by his given name, pronounced ‘Bray‑ON‑tae,’ while his social media still shows the moniker ‘Tae Tae.’ The request comes as he navigates fatherhood and a desire for a more mature identity.
Former Washington High School star Rashunda Jones organized a week‑long basketball camp at the Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Center, blending skill development with community service for local youth.