Columbia High School Football Teams Gear Up for 2026 Season
With practices underway and rosters set, Columbia-area high schools are mapping out their 2026 campaigns, highlighting key rivalries and emerging talent.
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With practices underway and rosters set, Columbia-area high schools are mapping out their 2026 campaigns, highlighting key rivalries and emerging talent.

Alabama’s baseball program celebrated a milestone this summer, marking its first appearance at the Men’s College World Series in 27 years. The achievement set the stage for a whirlwind of activity that would reshape the roster and signal a new era for the Crimson Tide.

Analysts forecast a strong 2026 season for the Aggies, who finished 11‑2 last year and made the College Football Playoff. The schedule features key matchups against LSU, Alabama, Oklahoma and a final showdown with the Longhorns that could shape the SEC championship and playoff picture.
The Southeastern Conference released the complete 2027 schedule for Missouri basketball, outlining 18 conference games, a series of home and away contests, and a five‑game neutral‑site nonconference slate.

The Southeastern Conference released the full conference slate for Auburn’s upcoming men’s basketball season, highlighting early road tests, a stretch of home games and a March showdown with Alabama.

Fans gathered at venues like Log Boat Brewing Company and the Ragtag Cinema to watch Argentina take on England, illustrating how the World Cup is bridging cultural gaps and sparking a new wave of interest in soccer across America.

Missouri’s basketball program embraces a tougher non‑conference schedule, targeting NET improvement and spotlighting freshman Jason Crowe Jr.
Florida State's October 2026 schedule pits the Seminoles against a quartet of formidable opponents, a stretch that could shape head coach Mike Norvell's future and the team's national aspirations.

With returning starters, impact transfers and a coaching staff that has already produced elite receivers, Missouri expects its pass catchers to become a major offensive weapon next year.

Analysts highlight the elite rushers from Utah, Texas, Georgia, Missouri and beyond who will confront Arkansas' front line in the upcoming season.

A look at how several programs have structured their 2026 schedules to minimize travel, boost early‑season performance, and leverage financial guarantees.

The Crimson Tide revealed an 18‑game slate that blends home‑court advantage with challenging road trips, while also detailing roster moves ahead of the new season.
The Tigers’ front seven returns three starters, features a fierce right‑tackle battle, and will be tasked with protecting quarterback Austin Simmons while Ahmad Hardy works his way back from injury.

Rutgers will meet Boston College on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a Red Bandanna game honoring alumnus Welles Crowther, the firefighter who became a symbol of courage on that tragic day, featuring a transferred quarterback and a rebuilding Eagles squad.

A recent ESPN Football Power Index analysis outlines the leading contenders for the 2026 title, highlighting Ohio State's top position and the shifting landscape shaped by transfers and coaching moves.

Indiana will face Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf on July 15 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, while a December 18 matchup with Missouri marks the latest chapter in a series that sits at 9‑9, with the Tigers holding the recent edge.

With a mix of proven veterans and coveted newcomers, the Virginia Cavaliers are shaping a quarterback group that could become a cornerstone of their 2026 campaign. The competition is fierce, but the depth offers flexibility and upside.

The SEC transfer portal closed with a record number of moves, as LSU secured the top class and South Carolina climbed to No. 3, while Texas remained absent from the rankings

Todd Butler, a veteran collegiate baseball coach with a championship background, has been hired as an assistant coach for the Florida Gators baseball program, where he will lead recruiting and help pursue a national championship.

The upcoming EA Sports College Football 27, slated for a July 9 release, will feature four former Bay County standouts, highlighting their collegiate milestones and in‑game ratings.
EA Sports' College Football 27 will launch on July 9, showcasing four former Bay County high school stars now making their mark at Duke, SMU, Kennesaw State and Missouri.

Mississippi State’s men’s basketball program is back on the practice courts, gearing up for a season that could finally restore its presence in the NCAA Tournament after a missed postseason last year.

The Commodores’ slate features home and away battles with SEC powerhouses, highlighted by a return to College Station and a roster bolstered by transfers.

Two former Arkansas standouts, Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile, were selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, heading to Cleveland and Denver respectively, as the Razorbacks celebrate a landmark draft.