
Vols Set for 2026 Season with Trio of Kickers
Tennessee will field three kickers for the 2026 campaign, each bringing distinct experience and skill sets to the special‑teams unit.
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Tennessee will field three kickers for the 2026 campaign, each bringing distinct experience and skill sets to the special‑teams unit.
Fall camp opened on July 29, 2026, bringing a mix of returning starters, new transfers and positional battles that could determine whether the Aggies finally break through to a bowl game.

The University of New Mexico’s men’s basketball program has finalized ten of its fourteen non‑conference matchups for the upcoming season, blending home tests, neutral‑site contests and a high‑profile SWAC opponent.

Former UCLA Bruins guard Donovan Dent, who retired from basketball earlier this year, is now applying for a fifth year of NCAA eligibility after a standout career at New Mexico and a transfer to UCLA.

Head coach Ravon Justice announces the hiring of Steven Gilbert and Zavior Alvarez for the 2026‑27 season, bringing extensive coaching experience to the Sam Houston women's basketball program.

Florida State's special teams unit is entering fall camp with a blend of experienced transfers and unproven talent, as new coordinator Adam Scheier looks to stabilize the punter role and settle the kicker position.

A joint statement from the superintendents of Cobre Consolidated Schools and Silver Consolidated Schools explains why the historic football matchup will be paused this season, detailing participation challenges and future plans.

Arkansas athletics director Hunter Yurachek criticized the SEC’s upcoming football schedule for its late kickoff in Utah and early morning game against Georgia, citing rest issues and extensive travel, while commissioner Greg Sankey pointed to ESPN’s scheduling authority and the league’s massive viewership.

Transfer guard Keiara Curtis joins the University of New Mexico women's basketball program, bringing her 3‑point shooting, quickness and defensive tenacity after a standout freshman season at Hawaii.

The Seminoles’ 2026 campaign hinges on a delicate balance of youthful talent, coaching pressure and a demanding schedule.

Former *Ted Lasso* actor Cristo Fernandez stepped onto the pitch for El Paso Locomotive, entering as a late substitute in a 2‑0 victory against New Mexico United. The debut follows a May contract signing after a career in Mexican and Puerto Rican soccer, and comes despite a 2014 injury that once threatened his playing future.

Actor Cristo Fernández, known for his role in 'Ted Lasso', stepped onto the pitch for El Paso Locomotive FC during a USL Cup clash with New Mexico United, but the team could not avoid a 2‑0 loss.

The Wolf Pack announced its full slate on July 11, highlighting preseason tests, a road opener at Pacific and a home debut against Sacramento State.

Professional basketball player Analyss Benally, a Shiprock native, runs free basketball camps for Native American youth across the Southwest, recently partnered with former Los Angeles Laker Andre Ingram. The ABFive initiative, rooted in community building, will host a Phoenix clinic on July 17 and envisions a national and global reach.

EA Sports' College Football 27 rates the Wisconsin Badgers at 79 overall, yet two freshman linebackers deliver performances that suggest higher in‑game values.

The New Mexico Rapids under‑19 girls’ soccer squad clinched their first national Development Player League title, defeating California’s AYSO United 08 in a hard‑fought 2‑1 final.

Jeremy Abraham, a Texas Tech University graduate, begins his first season as an assistant men’s basketball coach at Howard College, bringing a proven track record of player development and program building.
The Miners are integrating ten newcomers, including transfers from Clarendon College and players from Angola and Nigeria, while establishing chemistry under Coach Keitha Adams before the upcoming season.

A strong EA Sports College Football 27 rating, a key recruiting pledge, and the NCAA's new eligibility rule converge as the Lobos prepare for a potential first conference championship under head coach Jason Eck.

Jay Hill’s track record at BYU shows that a disciplined, scheme‑first approach can transform a defense, and Michigan hopes to replicate that success with a versatile 4‑3 system that prioritizes collective performance.

After a medical redshirt and a season lost to injury, Pharrel Payne is set to rejoin the Maryland Terrapins, bringing hope of an NCAA Tournament berth and a revitalized roster under Coach Buzz Williams.
Head coach Jeff Walz announces key additions and internal elevations, aiming to sharpen recruiting, analytics and overall competitiveness for the upcoming campaign.

New Mexico United will host Orange County SC on Saturday night in a USL Championship fixture that could reshape the Western Conference race. With both teams jockeying for position, the home side hopes to leverage recent form and a prior 1-0 win.

Oklahoma State announced the appointment of Glenn Cain, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, to lead the team's fitness regimen, replacing Dan Apodaca after three seasons.