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Hillary Baker, a former Wyoming Cowgirl star, joins the Wyoming Women's Basketball staff as an assistant coach for 2026‑27, bringing a distinguished playing career and a path through several major programs, and will be inducted into the UW Athletics Hall of Fame on September 11.
The United States has finalized its coaching and support personnel for the upcoming 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship, slated for late December in Alberta.
The conference’s re‑imagined lineup sets the stage for a championship race without a clear favorite.
Beckham Black, a 2027 point guard prospect, discussed his experience at the USA Basketball U17 trials, emphasizing versatility, leadership, and the pursuit of gold, while noting a recent U18 loss to Canada and a new Duke offer.
McKinna Brackens, a junior forward from Arizona State, has been selected for the 2026 USA 3x3 Women’s Nations League team that will compete in Chile. Her recent All‑Big 12 Third Team honor and leadership in rebounds and double‑doubles highlight the appointment.
The U.S. women's under-18 squad completed an unbeaten run, setting tournament records for three-pointers and assists, while head coach Charmin Smith added another milestone to her growing résumé.
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a 17‑year‑old seven‑foot forward, pledged to Duke University, bringing a rare blend of size, skill and international pedigree that has scouts already projecting a top‑ranked future.
The Spartans welcome back a 7‑foot‑2 center and await the NBA decision of a standout point guard, even as a key wing departs for LSU.
Despite missing the USA Basketball U18 National Team roster, elite prospect Baba Oladotun has pledged to Maryland, where his size, skill set and budding relationships promise a fresh boost for the program.
Despite not making the USA Basketball Men’s U18 roster, top recruit Baba Oladotun is set to join the Maryland Terrapins, where he hopes to build relationships, win a national title and cement his 2027 NBA lottery status.
Top 2026 prospect Colben Landrew pledges to UConn and receives a call‑up to the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team for the upcoming AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
Army announces its 2026‑27 Atlantic Hockey schedule, featuring a season‑opening series at Holy Cross, a second year for coach Zach McKelvie, and a full slate of conference and non‑conference matchups leading to the March 2027 playoffs.
More than three dozen elite under‑18 players will train in Colorado Springs, showcasing a blend of high‑school stars and seasoned internationals ahead of the 2026 FIBA U‑18 AmeriCup.