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Billy Edwards Jr., the Wisconsin transfer who topped the Tar Heels’ quarterback competition, will start the season‑opening matchup against TCU in Dublin, marking a bold step for a program eager to rebound from last year’s results.
Archbishop Hoban High School looks ahead to the 2026 campaign, highlighting returning stars, notable transfers and a challenging non‑conference schedule.
The Gators have announced a slate that blends challenging buy games with high‑profile résumé builders, seeking to avoid the road and neutral‑site pitfalls of last season.
A fresh wave of players with roots in Central Massachusetts is arriving at NFL training camps, bringing a blend of college success, draft pedigree, and special‑teams prowess that could reshape their respective teams.
Florida State is reshaping its defensive backfield with new coaches, transfers and retained leaders as it aims to improve on last season's inconsistencies.
A recent soccer showcase in Charlotte gave visually impaired residents a chance to play, compete and reshape public attitudes about blindness.
Elon University announces Calum Erlenborn as its new assistant coach for men’s soccer, bringing a proven record in goalkeeping development and a championship pedigree.
Head coach Courtney Banghart discusses summer workouts, new roster additions and the challenging non‑conference schedule that includes games against Texas Tech and Alabama at Disney World in November.
Clemson is projected to finish fourth in the 2026 ACC preseason poll, opening the season at LSU before a young quarterback takes the helm.
Elijah Kennedy’s 2025 season produced multiple accolades, including a second‑team Preseason All‑American nod and a program‑record punt return touchdown.
A recent simulation projects the 2026 Notre Dame squad to finish 11‑1, with quarterback CJ Carr earning Heisman consideration and a defense anchored by veteran linebackers. The model predicts victories over traditional powerhouses and a heartbreaking overtime defeat in the title game.
The 2026 competition calendars for UNF’s men’s soccer, women’s soccer and indoor volleyball teams were released, featuring exhibition matches, conference play and championship dates.
Tennessee's offense, bolstered by a strong line and talented receivers, is projected to outscore Furman 55-14 in the season opener, while the defense's revamped scheme will be closely watched.
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.
South Carolina State enters the 2026 campaign as the preseason favorite, but North Carolina Central, Delaware State and a Mike Vick‑led Norfolk State squad could reshape the Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference landscape.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has announced a revised tiebreaker system that prioritizes head‑to‑head results and overall performance, ensuring the most deserving teams compete for an automatic spot in the College Football Playoff.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has overhauled its playoff tiebreaker, emphasizing a "body of work" metric that could disadvantage Virginia, who faces a lighter non‑conference slate.
Colorado State University is gearing up for a season that could redefine its place in the newly reshaped Pac‑12 conference, blending veteran experience with fresh energy.
Jeremy Fears Jr. is the early betting favorite for next season’s Wooden Award, and his return to Michigan State has turned the Spartans into a preseason national title contender.
Mo Farhan represented Team Palestine in the FIBA U18 Asia Cup WABA Qualifier in Amman, Jordan, delivering strong stats and a double‑double streak while his coach and teammates highlight his work ethic and future leadership.
The Indiana University men’s basketball squad displayed a stronger, more versatile lineup in a recent exhibition against Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf, highlighting key transfers and emerging freshmen as they prepare for the upcoming FISU America Games in Peru.
Dave Keilitz, a cornerstone of Central Michigan University baseball for more than five decades, died peacefully in North Carolina surrounded by family. His contributions as a player, coach, administrator, and mentor continue to shape the sport and the university community.
North Carolina’s basketball program is making an early impression on elite combo guard Adan Diggs, a No. 3 national prospect who could reshape the 2027 recruiting class.
The Panthers will open the 2026‑27 NHL season with a four‑game road trip, featuring a matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes on September 29, and return home on October 10 to face the Minnesota Wild. A packed December and March schedule, broadcast on Scripps Sports and streaming via PanthersPlus.tv, promises a busy and exciting season for fans.