
Texas Tech’s Rankings Drop After Sorsby’s Exit
Brendan Sorsby's departure triggers a three‑spot fall for Texas Tech, while Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame and Texas hold the early top five spots in the ESPN summer poll.
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Brendan Sorsby's departure triggers a three‑spot fall for Texas Tech, while Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame and Texas hold the early top five spots in the ESPN summer poll.

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Jordan Lee, a 6‑foot guard celebrated for her scoring, defense and basketball IQ, has announced her transfer to the University of South Carolina, bringing a proven offensive threat and two years of eligibility to the Gamecocks.

The 2026 Texas Longhorns football jerseys now feature a smaller SEC logo on the collar, part of a broader move toward cleaner designs while reassuring fans that conference branding will not become commercial.

The Lady Vols will enter their third season under Kim Caldwell with a 16‑game SEC slate, new transfers and two freshmen, while facing a mix of home and road challenges across the Southeast.

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With the season looming, Texas Longhorns' tight ends blend blocking prowess and pass-catching potential, led by Michael Masunas and supported by a talented cadre.

Head coach Scott Satterfield expressed confidence in Brendan Sorsby’s abilities as the quarterback prepares for the NFL’s supplemental draft after losing his college eligibility.
The University of Tennessee women's basketball team will host several top SEC rivals next season, including South Carolina and LSU, while traveling to a dozen opponents. Only the SEC opponents and venues have been confirmed, with full dates to be released later.

After a breakout season that saw freshman right fielder Angel Laya hit .296 with 14 home runs, the Oregon Ducks face a roster reshuffle as he enters the transfer portal. Coach Mark Wasikowski looks to freshmen like Brayden Jaksa and Naulivou Lauaki Jr., while several Ducks earn invitations to USA Baseball's training camp ahead of the upcoming MLB Draft.

A new school in Texas will combine classroom instruction with professional‑level flag football training, aiming to empower young women through sport and education.

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Kolby Branch, a senior shortstop for the University of Georgia, has been named a finalist for the NCAA Division I Gold Glove award, highlighting his standout defensive season as the Bulldogs prepare for a pivotal College World Series matchup.

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Indiana University has offered 4‑star center Xavier Young, a Dallas high‑school prospect, as part of a multi‑program pursuit that highlights the program’s intent to rebuild its frontcourt.

Despite a court injunction restoring quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility, Texas Tech’s Board of Regents has decided he will not play this fall, a move that has sparked a federal complaint from the Big 12 and a push for broader sports reform.