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Veteran pitching coach Skip Johnson’s mental‑resilience philosophy has guided the University of Oklahoma baseball team through a challenging regular season and into the College World Series finals, shaping the next generation of MLB talent.
Freshman right‑hander Sam Cozart and senior Dylan Volantis are among the eight candidates for the 2026 National Pitcher of the Year Award, each posting unbeaten records and striking out batters at an impressive clip.
Wide receiver Mario Craver enters his sophomore season as the Aggies' top pass catcher, targeting a breakout performance that could restore Texas A&M to the playoff spotlight.
The Trojans appoint Rodney Hill as head coach, aiming to sustain a winning tradition after Steven Alexander's departure for Langston University.
From coast‑to‑coast travelers to lifelong devotees, the historic race weekend on Coronado Island blends high‑speed competition with a patriotic tribute to America's 250th birthday, filling hotels and bars with unmatched energy.
Midwestern State University is selling game‑worn football jerseys for $150 apiece, with all proceeds earmarked for the athletics program. The limited inventory, available in maroon and white, will be offered through the school’s online store.
After a two‑year stint away, Nolan Cain is back with Texas A&M baseball, taking on the roles of associate head coach and recruiting coordinator. His return follows the departure of Caleb Longley and builds on a résumé that includes eight top‑10 recruiting classes.
Israel Hammons, a four-star linebacker from Choctaw, announced his commitment to Oklahoma State, bringing a potent pass rush to the 2027 roster.
Nolan Cain, who spent two seasons shaping Texas' recruiting strategy, is moving to Texas A&M to work under head coach Michael Earley, bringing a proven track record of elite talent acquisition.
Caleb Kimble, a Houston native and former Cougars freshman, is set to pitch for Texas A&M next season, bringing three years of eligibility and a 3.97 ERA from his debut.
A new documentary celebrates the 1960 Miller Buccaneers, Texas' first integrated state football champions, and examines the civil rights context of the Prairie View Interscholastic League.
The Marble Falls High School girls basketball team is set to compete in a summer league against Fischer Canyon Lake, Faith Academy of Marble Falls and Johnson City, using the experience from a second‑place District 24‑4A finish to test new talent and self‑managed gameplay.
A recent commentary argues that Major League Baseball’s annual Pride Night events have become politicized, alienating fans and pressuring athletes, and urges the league to reconsider its approach.
After a season‑ending shoulder injury early in 2025, LJ Martin was cleared to play, delivered a career‑high 222‑yard performance against Cincinnati, and was named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, positioning him for a healthy 2026 campaign and potential all‑time rushing records.
John Meredith III, the nation's top-ranked cornerback for 2027, announced his verbal commitment to the University of Texas, edging out Texas A&M and Alabama. The pledge adds a marquee name to a Texas class that already boasts sixteen pledges and climbs to No. 13 nationally, marking the second five-star recruit to choose the Longhorns. However, his eligibility for the upcoming season is in limbo due to a transfer ruling, leaving the player with the option to appeal or explore a move to another institution.
Top‑500 prospect Braxton Beaty has elected to attend Louisiana State University rather than enter the 2026 MLB Draft, citing injury recovery and the chance to boost his draft stock.
Invitations to the 2025 MLB Draft Combine highlight the Georgia Bulldogs’ deep talent pool, featuring standout performances from catcher Daniel Jackson and pitcher Kenny Ishikawa, among others.
West Virginia University’s baseball squad captured the program’s first College World Series berth, finishing a historic 47‑win season with a hard‑fought loss to North Carolina.
Braxton Beaty, a top‑500 prospect in the 2026 MLB Draft, will forego the draft this year and join Louisiana State University, where he hopes to recover from Tommy John surgery and sharpen his fastball‑slider arsenal for a future professional career.
South Carolina lands Brazilian prospect Mathias Vazquez amid injury setbacks and roster overhaul.
A look at Coach Collin Klein’s first season, the team’s rising expectations, and the broader Big 12 backdrop.
The Cowboys' offseason overhaul brings nearly five dozen newcomers, retains key veterans, and introduces a Texas product who could reshape the offense.
Michigan State University announces a single‑game nonconference contest against RIT in Rochester on October 17, plus a Texas showdown with North Dakota, highlighting a strategic expansion of its out‑of‑conference schedule.
Jesuit Dallas has named Eddie Cornblum as its new head baseball coach, replacing Brian Jones, and tasked him with sustaining a program known for excellence and player development.