
Ball State Baseball Alumni Shine in Major League Baseball
Ball State University’s baseball program has reached a notable milestone, with six alumni currently playing in the MLB, highlighting its reputation as a top developer of professional talent.
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Ball State University’s baseball program has reached a notable milestone, with six alumni currently playing in the MLB, highlighting its reputation as a top developer of professional talent.

Marvin Joseph, a top-rated safety from Baton Rouge Central High School, has pledged to the University of Houston, bringing depth and versatility to a defense that has lost three players to the NFL. His commitment underscores a strategic recruiting push by head coach Willie Fritz.

Junior standout Casey Borba is selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp, joining a distinguished group of Longhorns as they prepare for the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan.

Eastwood High School finished runner‑up in the Houston Texans bracket while El Dorado reached the final four in the Dallas Cowboys bracket, highlighting the rapid rise of girls flag football in El Paso.

The University of Memphis announces its 2026 women's soccer schedule, featuring 17 regular‑season matches, two preseason games, and a path to the NCAA Tournament.

West Virginia University is banking on freshman safety Rickey Giles to shore up a pass defense that has ranked among the nation's worst, as coaches Rich Rodriguez and Gabe Franklin look to accelerate his development.
J.P. Estrella, a Tennessee transfer who averaged 10 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, has announced he will stay with the Michigan Wolverines for the upcoming season, joining fellow transfer Moustapha Thiam in a move that underscores the program's strategy after coach Dusty May left for the NBA.

A data‑driven look at the Week 14 trade landscape, highlighting sell‑high candidates like Dansby Swanson, buy‑low options such as Grant Taylor, and emerging sleepers including Joey Cantillo and Chase DeLauter.

Sal Diaz and Chris McLean have signed professional contracts with the Alpine Cowboys of the Pecos League, bringing impressive college stats and accolades to a team that currently tops its division.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley announced that its football season tickets have sold out for the second consecutive year, with over 7,600 tickets sold and a newly expanded stadium that now accommodates 13,498 fans, including a dedicated block of 3,300 student seats.

The RGV Red Crowns will host Brownsville Soccer Club at Harlingen Field on Friday, aiming to clinch the conference title after a drawn‑out season.

Clint Schnell, a veteran coach with deep roots in Texas basketball, has been appointed head coach at Randall High School, bringing a track record of district honors and a commitment to player development.

After seven years shaping the Oregon Ducks' offense and catchers, Jack Marder is set to bring his recruiting acumen to the Texas Longhorns, a program that reached the 2026 College World Series.

The Texas Lottery‑backed initiative honors veterans connected to UT Austin, inviting community members to submit nominations before July 19.

After reopening his recruitment, Graeson Register chose the University of Houston over several elite programs, attracted by the prospect of immediate playing time and the guidance of head coach Will Davis and pitching coach Jace Hutchins. He hopes to meet Texas A&M on the mound at Daikin Park in March 2027.

Three Virginia natives — Brandyn Hillman, Peyton Lewis and Monroe Mills — are set to influence the Cavaliers' performance in the upcoming season.

Amare Thomas, Shadre Hurst and Will James lead a wave of preseason recognitions for the Cougars, underscoring the program's growing national presence.

After a breakthrough season that saw 29 wins and a 22‑game streak, Rice University taps Nick Grant as associate head coach, recognizing his recruiting prowess and player development.

In just eight months, Nike’s Toma el Juego has grown from a local pilot to a worldwide stage, bringing together thousands of young athletes and soccer legends in New York’s Bryant Park.

Virginia Tech’s baseball program announced that most position players, including freshman star Ethan Ball, will return for the 2027 season, while new pitchers arrive and a demanding early schedule looms.

The agreement guarantees Davis a total payout of $2.225 million while detailing compensation, allowances and termination conditions.
The latest edition of EA Sports' college football franchise places the Texas Tech Red Raiders at No. 11 overall, featuring strong defensive ratings and a roster of highly rated players ahead of the July 9 global launch.

Coach Tammi Reiss has assembled a fresh roster via the transfer portal, emphasizing fundamentals, accountability and energy as the team prepares for long‑term success.

Texas A&M rising sophomore Anita Franchini has been named to Italy's U20 women's basketball team for the upcoming FIBA EuroBasket tournament in Alytius and Klapeda.