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The upcoming Texas UIL baseball state semifinals begin May 27, with winners advancing to the championship games on June 4. Here’s a look at the matchups across all divisions.
NASCAR’s National Motorsports Appeals Panel confirmed a $50,000 fine and a 25‑point deduction for Ryan Preece after he spun Ty Gibbs into the wall during the Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway.
The NCAA has adopted a five‑year eligibility window tied to high school graduation, cutting typical hockey players' college window to three years. Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell have introduced the Protect College Sports Act to embed these standards into federal law, sparking a broader debate over athlete rights and governance.
The Indiana Pacers are using pre‑draft workouts to evaluate talent that could fill roster gaps despite lacking a 2026 draft pick.
Highly touted freshman edge rusher KJ Ford is poised to make an immediate impact for the Florida Gators, bringing elite power and speed to a defense undergoing significant transformation.
The One-and-Done Rule reshaped college basketball by forcing top prospects to spend a single season in college before entering the NBA. This article explores how that policy might have changed the fortunes of schools like DePaul and Washington, and what it would have meant for stars such as Kevin Garnett, Eddy Curry and Martell Webster.
A look at the rising talent in the 2027 fantasy football draft, from standout prospects like Jeremiah Smith to the strategic case for investing in next‑year picks over this year’s late‑first‑round options.
Freshman wide receiver Malachi Toney led the nation in receptions, yards and touchdowns, earning ACC Rookie of the Year honors and helping Miami reach the College Football Playoff national championship game. Analyst Brad Crawford foresees Toney as a central figure in the 2026 playoff race, while his new quarterback Darian Mensah adds another layer of dynamism.
A new Senate proposal aims to curb player transfers, coach movement and the participation of professional and international athletes, raising concerns for Wisconsin's heavily foreign‑sourced roster.
A recent NAACP initiative urging Black athletes and fans to shun college football in several southern states has been condemned as a partisan power play that ignores the organization’s historic mission.
The 2026 season will test Ole Miss’s defensive front with marquee matchups against Auburn, LSU, Oklahoma, Georgia and Texas, each boasting standout players and recent coaching shifts.
Kinney, a McDonald’s All‑American and former Overtime Elite standout, will represent the United States in Mexico, where the team aims to extend its dominance in the tournament.
Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Hoosiers finish 16‑0, earning the top spot in CBS Sports’ coach rankings and rewriting college football history.
Under new head coach Matt Campbell, Penn State football is reshaping its roster with a mix of high‑profile transfers and untested youngsters. The success of the season may hinge on how quickly these players can gel.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian decries the playoff‑or‑bust culture that he says undermines job security and diminishes smaller victories across college football.
The 2026 college football season will feature a highly anticipated November 7 clash between the Missouri Tigers and the Texas Longhorns, a game that could reshape the SEC landscape.
ESPN analyst Bill Connelly’s latest Mountain West forecast places Nevada seventh in a revamped 10‑team conference, projecting a 5‑7 record and a modest 31.9% chance of bowl eligibility. Coach Jeff Choate remains bullish, emphasizing quarterback development and a favorable schedule.
The NCAA baseball committee’s exclusion of Mercer despite a 44‑15 record and its uneven treatment of mid‑major programs have sparked a debate over RPI manipulation, game cancellations, and the need for transparent evaluation criteria.
An analysis of projected win totals for the upcoming season, highlighting key teams and the balance of risk versus reward.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament begins this weekend, featuring 64 teams at 16 regional sites, with ticket options and seed details revealed.
Baseball America's College Pitcher of the Year award, launched in 2025, will crown its 2026 winner on June 11. The five finalists — Mason Edwards, Jackson Flora, Aidan King, Dylan Volantis and Dax Whitney — each posted elite ERAs and strikeout totals, setting the stage for a showdown before the College World Series.
World Atlas’s 2025‑36 ranking highlights Alabama’s Bryant‑Denny Stadium at No. 8, where a sold‑out Morgan Wallen concert and seven Crimson Tide home games underscore the venue’s cultural significance.
Quarterback Julian Sayin must elevate his game to secure a first‑round draft slot and keep Ohio State's championship hopes alive.
The 2026 NCAA Tournament pits USC’s traditional pitching prowess against Texas State’s data‑centric approach, spotlighting the roles of coaches Josh Blakley and Austin Wallace and the technology that powers their strategy.