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Iran’s national football team secures entry visas for the 2026 World Cup while several officials are denied, amid accusations of discriminatory treatment and links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Despite former President Donald Trump’s opposition and visa hurdles, Iran’s national soccer team has received clearance to travel to the United States for the tournament’s early games, with players and staff now based in Tijuana and set to compete in Inglewood and other California venues.
The Broncos are reshaping their roster, retaining a pivotal player, adding fresh talent, and preparing for a challenging non‑conference slate.
Early preseason rankings place BYU outside the top 25, but Big 12 rivals dominate the lists, and the Cougars hope a new center can change their trajectory.
The 2026 schedule pits the Salpointe Lancers against longtime rivals Marana and Tucson, while new matchups with Chandler, Gilbert Highland and Basha promise fresh storylines.
The Texas standout, known for his size and pass-rush ability, announced his pledge to the University of Arizona after an official visit, becoming the third Longhorn State recruit in the Wildcats’ 2027 class.
College Sports Communicators recognized five Abilene Christian University baseball players for their dual excellence in the classroom and on the field, highlighting a season marked by high academic achievement and athletic contribution.
USC counts down to its 2026 season opener by spotlighting former defensive lineman Claude Pelon, whose college highlights included a blocked field goal and a strip sack, and who later signed with the New York Jets and Tennessee Titans.
Milan Momcilovic has decided to pull out of the 2026 NBA Draft, opting to return to college and potentially join the Arizona Wildcats, a move that could bring a $7 million NIL package and alter the balance of power in the Big 12.
Milan Momcilovic, a highly ranked transfer player, has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft and is weighing offers from Kentucky, Louisville, and Arizona as he decides his next collegiate destination.
After a breakout sophomore season, Milan Momcilovic will stay in college rather than enter the NBA Draft, sparking intense recruitment efforts from Kentucky, Arizona and others.
Arizona’s roster hinges on Koa Peat’s draft decision and a potential pursuit of sharpshooter Milan Momcilovic, with the NBA draft deadline looming.
Natalia Sepulveda, a standout soccer player at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University, excels in a Master of Science in Cyber Intelligence and Security while earning first‑team All‑American recognition in 2026. Her story reflects resilience, leadership and the pursuit of dual ambitions.
Mexican authorities say they have no objection to housing Iran's squad in Tijuana, even as the team prepares to play matches in the United States under the shadow of sanctions.
During Memorial Day weekend, NASCAR and Coca‑Cola will commemorate 250 fallen U.S. service members at the Coca‑Cola 600 in Charlotte, including three from Arizona, by featuring their names on car windshields and offering discounted race experiences for military families.
Three Arizona baseball players received Big 12 conference honors, highlighting individual performances that stood out even as the team struggled overall.
After guiding Valparaiso to its best conference performance in school history, Roger Powell has earned a multi‑year contract extension, underscoring a broader trend of Gonzaga‑trained coaches thriving elsewhere.
Bria Medina, the all‑time leading scorer at Knox College, is set to trade the intimate setting of a 50‑person crowd for the roar of 15,000 fans in Iowa City, as she joins the Hawkeyes for her final year of eligibility.
Scottsdale Notre Dame survived a late rally to beat Horizon 13‑11, setting up a Thursday rematch at Hohokam Stadium for a spot in the 5A state final.