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After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the Westminster Wildcats are rebuilding under head coach Nelson Stewart, with key matchups against Pace Academy and Salem and standout player Owen Moore poised to drive a playoff push.
The University of Tennessee Lady Vols have announced a challenging nonconference slate for 2026‑27, featuring nine home games, four road trips, a neutral‑site showdown and contests against four NCAA tournament teams, including powerhouses UCLA, UConn and Virginia Tech.
Katie Shea Collins and Mia Minestrella combine for 53 goals over the last two seasons, earning preseason recognition as the sport’s most promising offensive threats.
Blake Burke’s promotion to the Triple‑A Nashville Sounds marks a homecoming for the former Vanderbilt standout, whose breakout season in the Southern League has drawn statewide attention.
The conference announces its preseason watchlist, highlighting returning All‑SEC stars, early rankings and the teams poised to contend as the 34th season kicks off.
Texas Longhorns football, led by Arch Manning, is set to break viewership records this season with a challenging schedule and high‑profile matchups.
Blake Burke, a standout first baseman from Vanderbilt, has been promoted to Triple‑A Nashville Sounds after a dominant Double‑A season with the Biloxi Shuckers. He will soon face the Indianapolis Indians in a six‑game home series, joining fellow former Vols star Andrew Fischer and pitcher Garrett Stallings.
Emmanuel Okoye, a 6‑foot‑4, 247‑pound athlete with near‑8 percent body fat, cracked Bruce Feldman’s annual “freaks list” at No. 9, showcasing unprecedented strength and explosiveness that has teammates, coaches and analysts buzzing about his potential at California under new head coach Tosh Lupoi.
After a standout 2026 campaign, pitcher Blake Grimmer decided to withdraw from the MLB draft and remain with the University of Tennessee Volunteers, aiming to lead the team toward a national title in 2027.
Xavier Gilliam, a defensive lineman who transferred from Penn State to Tennessee, is poised to strengthen the Volunteers' interior defense under coach Jim Knowles.
The 1996 Olympic women's basketball team, instrumental in launching the WNBA, will join the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, celebrating a legacy that reshaped the sport.
The Volunteers' tight ends must prove they can protect the pocket for quarterbacks Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre, but injuries, limited blocking experience and a crowded depth chart create a critical test for Coach Alec Abeln's offense.
After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Rutgers University's women's soccer team welcomes seven freshmen and two transfer players, including standout forward Lilia Calvert and goalkeeper Iris de Rouw, as they prepare for a challenging schedule that begins on the road.
PJ Haggerty and Juke Harris, who topped the 2025‑26 NCAA scoring charts, are poised to shape the conversation around the 2027 NBA Draft as they prepare for a pivotal junior season.
A top Tennessee recruit balances family legacy, athletic discipline, and a drive to excel on both offense and defense at the University of Oregon.
Freshman quarterback Marshall Manning stepped onto the varsity field for the first time in a preseason scrimmage, wearing his father’s number 16 and beginning what many expect to be a storied career.
Despite a dramatic rally and a strong performance by quarterback Sam Castronova, the Albany Firebirds lost 59-53 to the Nashville Kats in the 2026 Arena Football One title game, ending their championship hopes.
A recent renovation at Murfreesboro’s Miracle Field in McKnight Park has replaced the old rubber surface with a durable, rain‑friendly turf, benefiting 12 teams and 130 participants ahead of the league’s opening day.
The city has replaced the aging rubber surface at Miracle Field with a new, rain‑ready turf, setting the stage for inclusive play and future amenities.
The city’s Miracle Field has been resurfaced with durable, rain‑ready turf, enabling year‑round play for special‑needs athletes and paving the way for upcoming accessibility improvements.
Cameron Fens joins the Tar Heels, adding size and rebounding as the team reshapes its roster and schedule
The university revealed its three captains, highlighting their on‑field achievements and community impact as the team prepares for its season opener.
Right‑hander Ben Joyce threw one inning for the Angels on August 6, 2026, marking his first big‑league outing in over four years.
Roy Kramer’s career blended on‑field success with transformative administration, leaving a lasting imprint on college football’s structure and culture.