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Clemson’s first preseason scrimmage revealed the loss of wide receiver T.J. Moore and running back Jay Haynes, while coach Dabo Swinney assessed performance and future prospects ahead of the season‑opening game against LSU.
Greg McElroy’s preseason top 10 places the Georgia Bulldogs at No. 6, citing their elite floor and run‑heavy identity, while noting a rebuilding receiving corps and a challenging schedule.
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.
With 52 former UFL athletes slated to appear on NFL rosters for the August 14–15 preseason, the league’s talent pipeline is drawing attention as standout performers like Hakeem Butler and Cam Gill transition to professional football.
The Sunshine State Athletic Association’s 2026 campaign kicks off on August 14, featuring five local programs vying for playoff spots, with returning quarterbacks, sophomore‑laden rosters and ambitious schedule challenges.
Senior forward Jeffrey White of Wake Forest University has been named to the ACC Preseason Watch List for the 2026 season, highlighting his career‑high 2025 campaign and leadership role as the team opens its schedule against San Francisco.
Andrei Vasilevskiy, a two‑time Vezina Trophy winner and Lightning legend, spent his summer break mentoring young goalies at a Tampa Bay camp, offering hands‑on guidance and sparking social media buzz ahead of his September 20 preseason debut.
Stanford alumnus Mudia Reuben, recognized on the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy watch list, combines groundbreaking water‑well projects in Nigeria with top‑tier performance for the South Florida Bulls, while preparing for a new stadium and a pivotal 2026 campaign.
Arch Manning’s light‑hearted trash talk with teammate Colin Simmons highlights his confidence and enjoyment, a dynamic that head coach Steve Sarkisian says is elevating the entire squad’s atmosphere.
After a 20‑year broadcasting career, Eric Luallen, a former FSU offensive lineman, is named the new public address announcer at Doak Campbell Stadium, succeeding Woody Hayes.
Texas Longhorns football, led by Arch Manning, is set to break viewership records this season with a challenging schedule and high‑profile matchups.
Florida A&M announced that Isaiah Knowles will lead the 2026 roster as its starting quarterback, highlighting his SIAC Offensive Player of the Year honors, a national championship, and a move that sets up a season‑opening showdown with his former team.
The Orlando Magic have not yet announced how they will broadcast games next season, but recent moves suggest a hybrid approach that blends local over‑the‑air coverage with streaming partnerships, amid league‑wide changes and staff transitions.
Early preseason rankings by analyst Todd McShay forecast a competitive race among elite pass‑rushers, with injury concerns and new defensive schemes adding intrigue to the 2026 season.
Florida State University has released its full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, featuring 14 games with four Power Four opponents and nine home contests at the Donald L. Tucker Center. The schedule, announced by head coach Luke Loucks, opens in Tampa against Florida A&M and includes road tests against Tennessee and Houston, as well as a series of exhibition games before the regular season begins.
Florida State's men's basketball program unveiled a 14‑game non‑conference slate that includes nine home games, three neutral‑site contests and one road game, featuring four Power Four opponents and early challenges against in‑state and out‑of‑state rivals.
Binghamton University has appointed Jeff Melesky to spearhead its inaugural women's flag football team, bringing a championship pedigree to a program set to compete in the ECAC and NCAA from its first season.
The Tigers are preparing for a pivotal preseason game against St. Petersburg Catholic, drawing on the discipline and teamwork that defined their 2021 state‑championship run.
The American Conference has released the full slate of games for UAB's upcoming season, highlighting home and away opponents, a strong road record, and the upcoming championship at Tampa's Yuengling Center.
The American Conference released its full 2026‑27 men's basketball slate, confirming an 18‑game schedule that includes Temple’s home‑and‑home series and single‑game road trips, culminating in a championship in Tampa.
The University of Texas at San Antonio announced its full conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting home games against Florida Atlantic, Memphis and South Florida and a road trip that includes Charlotte, UAB and Wichita State. The campaign opens Dec. 30 and culminates with the conference tournament at Yuengling Center.
With Thomas Haugh, Alex Condon and Rueben Chinyelu set to anchor the lineup, Florida enters the 2026‑27 season as one of the top 25 teams, while Denzel Aberdeen prepares to return after a Kentucky stint. The Gators open against Miami before a much‑anticipated showdown with Duke in Gainesville.
The Bears open the 2026 season at No. 8 in the United Soccer Coaches poll, backed by a veteran coaching staff, a deep All‑SAC core, and a schedule that blends early non‑conference tests with a challenging conference slate.
Florida International University's football program is entering its second season under head coach Willie Simmons, launching a 21‑practice fall camp on August 7. The Panthers will hold most sessions on campus near the Ocean Bank Convocation Center, with media access limited to the final 30 minutes of each practice after credential approval. The season opener against USF in Tampa is set for September 5, and the program hopes to ride the momentum of its first bowl win in six years.