
2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament Regional Preview: Lincoln Field Features Powerhouse Matchups
A look at the pitching and hitting dynamics of the four teams competing in the Lincoln regional, highlighting key storylines and statistical strengths.
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A look at the pitching and hitting dynamics of the four teams competing in the Lincoln regional, highlighting key storylines and statistical strengths.

Central College announced the appointment of Helen Staley as its new varsity assistant coach for women's basketball, highlighting her playing background, coaching history, and recent involvement in a national development program.

After a 17‑year absence, the Nebraska baseball team will host an NCAA Regional at Hawks Field, facing South Dakota State, Ole Miss and Arizona State, with a strong chance to advance to the College World Series.
Coby Hammell, a 6‑foot‑3, 210‑pound linebacker prospect from Caledonia High School, has pledged to the University of North Dakota, citing family ties and a strong coaching relationship as key factors in his decision.

The Huskers earned the No. 13 national seed and will open the NCAA tournament at home against a field that includes Ole Miss, Arizona State and South Dakota State. With a 42‑15 record and a historic 2005 legacy led by Alex Gordon, Nebraska aims to return to the College World Series for the first time since 2005. All regional games will be broadcast on ESPN’s networks

Madison McKeever, a former standout player and experienced assistant, has been named the 11th head coach of Bemidji State University’s women’s basketball team, bringing a blend of playing success and coaching achievement to the program.
The Lynx survived a late rally to beat O'Gorman 10-7, using a clutch rally and a five‑pitcher effort to advance to a championship rematch.
South Dakota State, the fourth‑seeded team, defeated top‑seeded Oral Roberts 7‑3 in the Summit League baseball tournament, highlighted by Sam Schlecht's career‑high eight strikeouts and a four‑run sixth inning.

Jordan Crawford, a 6‑foot‑3 guard from Charlotte, has signed with the Mizzou Tigers, adding depth and shooting prowess to a program that has secured back‑to‑back NCAA Tournament bids.
The 2026 South Dakota High School Baseball Association Class A state tournament will unfold May 22‑23 at Ronken Field, featuring defending champs Brandon Valley and rising powers Sioux Falls Jefferson and Yankton.

Local players can sharpen their game this summer under a coach with NBA‑level experience, as Hillsdale College announces a series of skills‑training sessions for youth athletes.

After a turbulent offseason that saw head coach Matt Campbell exit and key players leave, Iowa State taps Washington State alumnus Jimmy Rogers and a quartet of defensive linemen to reshape its fortunes.

The 2026 Clark Cup Final opens May 15, featuring a clash between the Sioux Falls Stampede and the Muskegon Lumberjacks, a rematch of the 2015 title that highlights elite junior talent, historic statistics, and a battle of contrasting styles.

The No. 17 Augustana Vikings enter the NCAA Central Regional Tournament in Pittsburg, Kansas, as the No. 5 seed, facing Northwest Missouri State on May 14. With a 41‑13 record and a host of award‑winning players, the team aims to advance deep into the competition.

Nebraska adds South Dakota State transfer Damon Wilkinson, a 6‑10 center whose scoring bursts, rebounding prowess and defensive impact promise to reshape the team's interior game.
The Coyotes are reshaping their roster with key additions and departures, hoping to translate depth into another winning season.

With high school graduations limiting activity, the Wyoming Legion Baseball schedule for May 11‑17 features fewer games, highlighted by conference doubleheaders for the Cheyenne Sixers and a busy Saturday of nine doubleheaders.
The Sioux Falls School District and the Minnesota Vikings announced a partnership that will fund a girls flag football program starting in fall 2026, offering structured competition at all four high schools and three middle schools