
Macon Alumni Shine in 2026 MLB Draft
Several players with ties to Macon, Georgia, were chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the region’s growing influence on professional baseball.
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Several players with ties to Macon, Georgia, were chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the region’s growing influence on professional baseball.

Three‑star recruit Kaiden James from Callaway High School in Alabama has pledged to play football at Troy University, bringing his athleticism, size and playmaking ability to a program that finished as Sun Belt Conference runners‑up last season.

A look at how three former American Conference coaches are poised to make an impact in the SEC, from Silverfield’s head‑to‑head dominance to Golesh’s offensive resurgence.
Sam Walters, a key member of Alabama’s 2023 Final Four squad, is moving to Troy University for the 2026‑27 campaign, where he will help launch a non‑conference schedule that opens against UMass on November 2.
Jeremiah Beverly, a three‑star edge rusher from Tuscaloosa, has pledged to join Alabama’s 2027 recruiting class, bringing a promising pass‑rush outlook to the Crimson Tide.

After a championship‑winning 2022 season, Ole Miss baseball is back in the College World Series, navigating departures, draft prospects, and new additions to sustain its momentum.

The 2026 season saw Little Rock Baseball capture its second straight Ohio Valley Conference Tournament championship, post a program‑best 39 victories and earn its inaugural Super Regional berth, a journey highlighted by resilient comebacks and a 30‑25 finish.

A junior college transfer who struggled early now leads Troy with 21 RBI, a nickname that echoes baseball legend Babe Ruth, and a shot at the national title.

A lifelong Troy baseball fan reflects on the team's remarkable path to the College World Series, highlighting key wins, the electric atmosphere in Omaha, and the celebration that followed

Troy and West Virginia open the Men’s College World Series in Omaha, each aiming for their first championship, with key players poised to shape the tournament’s outcome.

From the fields of Auburn to the courts of Troy, Alabama is witnessing a surge in soccer popularity, highlighted by Coach James Armstrong's efforts to bring Lionel Messi to town and the state's high school teams clinching championships. Meanwhile, the Troy men's baseball squad prepares for the College World Series in Omaha, underscoring the diverse sporting achievements across the region.

The 2026 College World Series opens June 12 in Omaha, Nebraska, featuring eight teams with five SEC members and a roster dotted with former American Legion Baseball standouts.

Florida’s newly hired head coach climbs thirty spots in the latest Sporting News rankings, positioning him as a key figure in the Gators’ attempt to rebuild the program within the SEC.

Georgia and Texas, the last two SEC regular season champions, open the College World Series in a highly anticipated matchup. The game, scheduled for Saturday with a time to be announced, follows sweeping victories that secured each team's spot. Weather delays have pushed two other matchups to Monday, adding extra intrigue to the tournament.

After Jordan Washington’s neck injury, redshirt freshman Quaid Carr seized the starting role, impressing coaches with speed, toughness and humor while demonstrating leadership both on and off the field.

The University of Arkansas‑Little Rock opened with a 1‑0 advantage before Troy answered with five runs, setting the tone for a high‑stakes matchup that could send a team to the College World Series.

The Little Rock Trojans and Troy Trojans meet in an NCAA Super Regional on June 5, with a College World Series berth at stake. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU.

The Little Rock Trojans, bolstered by former Arkansas standouts Kade Smith and Tag Andrews, are two wins away from their inaugural College World Series appearance. With a tightly scheduled Super Regional against Troy, the team’s journey reflects both perseverance and high expectations.

Troy University’s baseball team has secured a spot in the NCAA Super Regional for the first time, joining a string of Sun Belt successes that have defined the conference’s recent dominance.
Seven of the nation’s top‑ranked teams were eliminated this week, clearing the path for a fresh slate of Super Regional matchups that will culminate in the College World Series in Omaha.

Ahead of a pivotal matchup at Riddle‑Pace Field, Texas State and Louisiana battle for a championship berth, with recent heroics and RPI implications shaping the stakes.

South Carolina is seeking its fourth head baseball coach in four years, navigating a tight timeline, NIL and transfer portal expectations, and a crowded field of contenders.