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Florida State's women's soccer team opened the 2026 campaign with three straight victories before falling to Florida, as Coach Brian Pensky evaluates a blend of fresh talent and seasoned transfers ahead of a pivotal match against the University of Georgia.
Following a 22nd NCAA championship, the Tar Heels confront their toughest schedule yet, blending a top recruiting class with seasoned defenders and newcomers to chase a return to dominance
Florida State's pursuit of top transfer quarterbacks revealed how budget limits shaped the roster, culminating in the selection of Ashton Daniels and the departure of Anthony Colandrea to Nebraska.
Florida A&M Rattlers concluded a preseason training camp with a mock game at Bragg Memorial Stadium, highlighting turnovers, breakout performances by Kieren Jackson and Armand Burris, and a confident Isaiah Knowles as the team prepares to open the 2026 season against Albany State on Aug. 29.
Sports analyst Stewart Mandel projects a challenging year for the Clemson Tigers, foreseeing a 6‑6 finish and a lower ACC standing, as the program faces a pivotal schedule and a shifting landscape in the conference.
Sammy Brown and Ashton Hampton collect multiple preseason accolades while Clemson readies for a high‑profile matchup against LSU to start the 2026 season.
After a surprising 7‑6 finish in 2025, three of college football’s historic programs are poised to reshape their fortunes in the upcoming season, each guided by a different leadership path.
Mike Peterson Jr., a redshirt freshman wide receiver, has quickly become one of the most talked‑about players during Florida A&M’s preseason camp. His ascent is rooted in a familiar relationship with first‑year head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. and receivers coach Ron Dugans, who recruited him after seeing his work ethic and skill set. At 6‑foot‑1 and 170 pounds, Peterson combines speed with a knack for creating separation and making contested catches, traits that have earned him praise from teammates and coaches alike. The Rattlers’ receiving corps, which boasts 15 players, blends veteran transfers with promising freshmen such as Kieren Jackson, Quan Lee and Corey ‘Deuce’ Petty, giving Peterson a deep pool of talent to complement. The team is using the next few weeks to iron out consistency and chemistry, highlighted by a mock scrimmage scheduled for August 22, before opening the 2026 season against Albany State and other SWAC opponents. Beyond the field, Peterson stresses the importance of being a good teammate and a positive influence, a mindset shaped in part by his father, former Jaguar Mike Peterson Sr., who also shared a locker room with Coach Gray.
Jamarcus Johnson, a highly ranked defensive lineman, is navigating a busy recruitment schedule that includes a pivotal October visit to Florida State.
After the NCAA granted Nay’Ron Jenkins an additional season, the former Rattlers captain will rejoin the lineup, bringing his proven tackle record and leadership under new coordinator Ryan Lewis Sr.
The 2026 season sees the Florida A&M Rattlers facing 12 opponents, highlighted by rivalries with South Carolina State and Bethune‑Cookman, and a slate of homecoming games against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, Alabama State and Jackson State.
The Seminoles are spending two days practicing at the University of North Florida as part of an annual tradition, aiming to boost adaptability before a Sunday night scrimmage back in Tallahassee.
Chris Jones, the newly signed linebacker, is expected to transform Florida State's defense with his physical play and leadership.
A sudden line of thunderstorms forced the cancellation of several preseason high‑school football games in Tallahassee, delaying debuts for new coaches and a matchup featuring five‑star recruit Jamarín Simmons, while the regular season prepares to begin next week.
Florida State basketball will wear a ReliaQuest patch starting in the 2026‑27 season, marking a historic partnership that ties the cybersecurity firm to the university’s athletic identity.
New talent and veteran coordinators are poised to reshape the landscape of Power 5 football as programs pin their hopes on breakout performances and strategic upgrades.
Florida A&M University will reactivate its iconic touchdown cannon for the 2026 football season, reviving a tradition that dates back to 1986 and celebrating the team's upcoming schedule of HBCU rivalries.
After six state championships and decades of gridiron tradition, Jefferson County High School in Monticello will not field a varsity team next year, prompting a shift to the Sunshine State Athletic Association and raising questions about the future of small‑school football in Florida.
Clemson cornerback Ashton Hampton appears on the 2026 Jim Thorpe Award preseason watch list, highlighting his emergence as a top defensive back as the Tigers prepare to open against LSU.
Florida State begins its 2026 season on August 13 with a title defense against Stetson, a program it has never lost to, while preparing for a road trip that includes a matchup with FIU.
Florida State University will honor former kicker Sebastian Janikowski by retiring his jersey number 38 during the opening game of the season against New Mexico State on August 29.
The university is shifting all 2026 football games to television and streaming platforms, ending a long‑standing radio partnership and sparking disappointment among fans.
From legacy programs to emerging powerhouses, a new generation of coaches is shaping NCAA Division I women’s soccer through recruitment, culture and sustained excellence.
The 2025 season ended with fifteen FBS dismissals and $270 million in buyouts, setting a high‑stakes backdrop for six coaches whose recent records demand immediate improvement