Mountain West Conference braces for a 2026 reboot with new powerhouses
The conference welcomes North Dakota State, Northern Illinois and UTEP, while UNLV, Hawaii and New Mexico Lobos look to capitalize on fresh opportunities.
May 29, 2026
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Ohio State Eyes Nebraska Commit Trae Taylor as 2027 Quarterback Prospect
Ohio State is making a late push for the highly rated quarterback while he remains committed to Nebraska.
May 29, 2026
Kristy Curry Takes the Helm of USF Women’s Basketball
Kristy Curry, known for her .632 career winning percentage and 14 NCAA Tournament appearances, has been appointed head coach of the University of South Florida women’s basketball team. She inherits a program that has posted 15 straight winning seasons and looks to blend experienced transfers with a highly touted recruiting class.
May 29, 2026
Oregon Ducks Eye Top‑10 Finish as 2026 Season Nears
The Oregon Ducks have been tabbed by analysts as a top‑10 program for the upcoming 2026 college football season, with junior quarterback Dante Moore emerging as a Heisman contender and a schedule packed with marquee matchups.
May 29, 2026
Illinois Secures Key Return as Hoosiers Prepare for High-Stakes Showdown
Illinois is set to field a stronger lineup for the upcoming contest against Indiana after senior forward Andrej Stojakovic reversed his NBA draft plans, while the Hoosiers aim to leverage their own upgrades.
May 28, 2026
Oregon Ducks Reveal September Kickoff Times and TV Partners
Kickoff details for the Ducks' early September games are set, with CBS, ESPN and FOX slated to carry key matchups, while the schedule sees both cancellations and new additions that shape the team's future.
May 28, 2026
Eastern Illinois Football Set for Showdown with Minnesota on September 3
The Panthers will face the Golden Gophers on September 3, broadcast on Peacock, marking the second meeting since their 2014 loss and kicking off a busy slate of games.
May 28, 2026
Andrej Stojakovic opts to stay with Illinois Fighting Illini, spurning NBA Draft
Andrej Stojakovic withdrew from the NBA Draft on deadline day, securing his eligibility to return to Illinois for the 2026‑27 season.
May 28, 2026
Andrej Stojakovic Returns to Illinois Basketball for 2026‑27 Season
Andrej Stojakovic's announced comeback headlines a projected lineup that features standout performers like Stefan Vaaks, Quentin Coleman and David Mirkovic, while depth options such as Jake Davis and the Ivisic brothers add versatility and depth.
May 27, 2026
Andrej Stojakovic opts to stay in college, spurning NBA draft
Andrej Stojakovic has withdrawn from the NBA Draft to return to the University of Illinois, where he aims to help the team pursue a national championship.
May 27, 2026
Nebraska Football Locks in 2026 Schedule with Prime‑Time Home Games
The Cornhuskers have announced kickoff times for four 2026 games, highlighting a slate that includes prime‑time home contests and a high‑profile Black Friday clash.
May 27, 2026
Stojakovic’s Draft Decision Could Shift Illinois-Indiana Rivalry
Andrej Stojakovic's pending choice between the 2026 NBA Draft and a return to college basketball hangs over the upcoming Illinois-Indiana showdown, a matchup that could reshape the Hoosiers' prospects and Illinois' Final Four ambitions.
May 27, 2026
Local Teams Advance to IHSA Girls Soccer Sectional Finals
Notre Dame routed East Moline United 5-0 with a hat trick from Abigail Chaddock, while Dunlap edged Normal West 1-0 in double overtime. Both squads will meet their respective championship opponents on Friday.
May 27, 2026
Seven Michigan Wolverines Teams That Might Have Won a National Title Under a 24‑Team Playoff
From the 1997 shared championship to the near‑misses of the 2000s, Michigan’s football history is dotted with teams that could have contended for a title if the postseason had been larger.
May 27, 2026
Eastern Illinois Linebacker Ja’Wuan Nickson Ranks Among Top FCS Defenders
Ja'Wuan Nickson, a senior linebacker for Eastern Illinois University, has been named No. 27 on Hero Sports FCS's list of the top 30 returning FCS linebackers, highlighting his impressive 2025 statistics and upcoming season schedule.
May 27, 2026
Caleb Cox’s Pitch to Postseason Glory Inspired by NIU Coach Ryan Copeland
Senior right‑hander Caleb Cox, bolstered by a baseball‑rich family and the example of Northern Illinois University’s breakout coach Ryan Copeland, aims to lead his team deep into the Illinois postseason.
May 27, 2026
Aryssa Mahrt: A Global Soccer Trailblazer Closing Her Collegiate Chapter
A five‑year collegiate career defined by durability, statistical dominance, and a worldwide upbringing culminates for Aryssa Mahrt as she prepares to step onto the professional stage.
May 26, 2026
Michigan Secures Elite Wide Receiver Quentin Burrell in 2027 Recruiting Class
Michigan’s latest commit, 6‑foot‑3 wide receiver Quentin Burrell, brings top‑tier rankings, record‑setting high school stats and a skill set that aligns with the program’s offensive vision.
May 26, 2026
Klatt’s Dream Matchups: Big Ten Meets SEC in a Coaching Clash
From Shane Beamer’s return to Bret Bielema’s resurgence, the proposed pairings blend historic rivalries with fresh coaching narratives, shaping the upcoming season’s narrative.
May 25, 2026
Illinois Secures Commitment from Division II All‑American Edge Rusher Ean Rhea
Ean Rhea, a 6‑foot‑3, 250‑pound edge rusher from Emory & Henry College, has pledged to Illinois, bringing size, speed and All‑American pedigree to a defense eager to replace lost production.
May 25, 2026
Quinn Fahey’s Heroics Lead Sandburg to Historic Regional Title
Freshman forward Quinn Fahey scored all three goals in a 1-0 victory over Marist, cementing a milestone for Sandburg soccer and echoing a 1993 state championship legacy.
May 24, 2026
Bret Bielema lands commitment from Illinois wide receiver Nathan Cichy
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema secured a verbal pledge from standout wide receiver Nathan Cichy, who flipped his commitment from Harvard. The addition bolsters a recruiting class that now ranks 24th nationally.
May 24, 2026
Huntley Red Raiders Capture Regional Crown, Set Up Sectional Clash with Carmel
Huntley's dominant second‑half performance earns them a fourth consecutive regional championship and a matchup against Carmel for a historic sectional title.
May 23, 2026
Steve Schweer Takes the Helm of UW-Oshkosh Men’s Basketball
After guiding Illinois College to consecutive Midwest Conference titles and a Division III Final Four run, Steve Schweer is set to lead the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh men's basketball program, inheriting a legacy that includes a 2019 national championship.
May 23, 2026