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A 17‑year‑old phenom leads the Nike Elite Youth Champions League in scoring, helps the U.S. capture a FIBA World Cup title, and draws attention from top college programs.
The 2026 Oregon State football staff features a blend of seasoned coaches and emerging graduate assistants, each bringing unique playing and coaching experiences to the program.
Virginia will face a challenging slate of ranked opponents, including Arkansas, Kentucky, Duke and Battle 4 Atlantis participants, echoing the tradition of tough scheduling set by former coach Tony Bennett.
Kentucky football’s general manager Pat Biondo has resigned for personal reasons, prompting the promotion of assistant GM Pete Nochta, whose background in recruiting and family connections to the university position him to steer the Wildcats’ personnel strategy.
Tennessee will field three kickers for the 2026 campaign, each bringing distinct experience and skill sets to the special‑teams unit.
Mississippi State’s 2027 SEC slate features home games against Alabama, Florida and Kentucky, plus a full slate of contests against eight teams ranked in ESPN’s early Top 25. Coach Chris Jans looks to improve on a 5‑13 conference record and a six‑game losing streak.
LEX 18’s flagship program BBN Tonight takes viewers behind the scenes at the University of Kentucky’s Joe Craft Center, showcasing key returners and standout newcomers in the Wildcats’ summer workout schedule.
Pat Doyle, a 1959 state champion and Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball, will be recognized at the 2026 Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Lexington.
After 18 seasons, Wayne Huff resigns as head coach of Boone County High School baseball, leaving behind a record of 253 wins, a state tournament run, Hall of Fame induction, and three major‑league draftees.
The University of Kentucky released its full SEC schedule, detailing home and away matchups that begin on Jan. 2 and culminate with a road game at Florida on March 6.
USA TODAY Sports spotlights the most anticipated in‑state high school football contests that will shape the 2026 season across the Midwest, highlighting historic rivalries, key dates and the stakes for playoff runs.
With only three years left in the 2020s, the University of Kentucky’s men’s basketball program is confronting its worst decade ever, marked by a sub‑70% win rate, a single SEC regular‑season crown and a string of early NCAA exits.
The Missouri Valley Football Conference released its 2026 preseason rankings, highlighting South Dakota State's dominance while noting the absence of North Dakota State for the first time in nearly two decades.
After slipping past early MLB draft rounds, Grayson Willoughby elects to honor his commitment to the University of Kentucky, citing financial concerns, personal respect, and a desire for a college education.
An overview of the high‑profile recruits who have chosen Kansas since 2020, their on‑court contributions, and the program's future prospects.
Auburn taps Nick Ammirati, a proven offensive architect, to lead its batting development as the program looks to ride a recent surge toward Omaha.
Single-game tickets for Kentucky Wildcats home games go on sale July 16 at 9 a.m. ET via Ticketmaster and UKFootballTix.com, while season ticket holders enjoy an exclusive presale and limited inventory remains.
The SEC released its full conference schedule for the 2026‑27 basketball season, revealing a demanding road ahead for Georgia. Home games include Texas, Florida, Vanderbilt, Kentucky and Missouri, while the Bulldogs open conference play on the road against Ole Miss and face a host of other SEC rivals.
The Southeastern Conference has announced the full 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting early‑season battles, a February clash with John Calipari’s Arkansas and a March finale against Florida.
The new schedule offers a manageable start before confronting the league's toughest rivals, giving the Wildcats a chance to build momentum under coach Mark Pope.
The Wildcats open a favorable early stretch, face pivotal matchups against Tennessee, Texas and Alabama, and target a 13‑5 SEC record under head coach Mark Pope.
The 1996 vote to move Indiana's state basketball tournament from a single‑class format to multiple classes ignited a debate that still echoes through gyms, halls of fame, and the hearts of longtime fans.
The Gamecocks finalized their SEC slate, beginning Jan. 2 at LSU and ending March 6 at Georgia, while welcoming a dozen newcomers, including five international players.
The Commodores have announced their full SEC slate for the upcoming season, highlighting a home opener against Mississippi State and a demanding road slate that includes matchups with Florida, Georgia and Oklahoma.