Wichita Secures Opening‑Round NCAA Basketball Hosting Rights for 2027‑2028
The city won a competitive bid to host the tournament’s first round in 2027 and 2028, building on a decade of collaboration and a tight eight‑month preparation window.
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The city won a competitive bid to host the tournament’s first round in 2027 and 2028, building on a decade of collaboration and a tight eight‑month preparation window.

The NCAA has selected Wichita, Kansas, to host the Opening Round of the 2027 and 2028 Division I men’s basketball championships, expanding the tournament to 76 teams and reshaping the early‑round schedule across multiple U.S. sites.

The 2026 season will feature 17 regular‑season contests and three exhibition matches, including high‑profile showdowns against Duquesne and other Horizon League rivals.
Florida A&M’s women’s basketball team returns intact after a historic SWAC Tournament win, adding key transfers as coach Bridgette Gordon looks to sustain momentum.

The National Hockey League is exploring a potential expansion team in Texas, targeting Houston or Austin. Billionaire Dan Friedkin has agreed to a six‑month study with the league, while experts and existing infrastructure suggest the market could support a new franchise.

The National Hockey League is evaluating a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston or Austin for a new franchise. With billionaire Dan Friedkin leading a feasibility study and an estimated $3.5 billion investment on the table, the move reflects the region's large markets and growing populations.

The Raiders will open with exhibition games against Ohio State and Bellarmine, host eight home contests at Alumni Field, and battle a host of conference rivals as they look to improve on a 2‑13‑1 record.
The University of Rhode Island men’s basketball team will navigate a demanding conference road trip, retain core talent and welcome fresh transfers, while non‑conference games pit the Rams against in‑state rivals and a neutral‑site showdown at the Mohegan Sun.

Head coach Kari Hoffman announces the arrival of Claire Henson, Josh Mason and Danielle Spiliotis, highlighting their combined experience and the impact they are expected to have on the program.
Oak Hills rallied from a 4-1 deficit to beat Mason 11-5, while St. Xavier’s Jack Ryan threw a no-hitter and Moeller shut out Centerville to move closer to the state tournament.

The University of South Florida announced a two‑year home‑and‑home series with Dayton, beginning with a road game on Dec. 12, 2026, and a return match in Tampa early in the 2027‑28 season. The Bulls also confirmed a series with DePaul, starting in Chicago on Nov. 5, 2026. These additions mark a strategic push under head coach Chris Mack, who took over as the program's 13th head coach in March 2026.
The Cardinals’ latest recruiting haul brings together six portal additions and three freshmen, promising a dynamic shift for the upcoming season.

Prince Goldsby’s pledge to Ohio State adds a high-rated defensive piece to a 2027 class that already includes DJ Jacobs, Wyatt Smith and several other standout prospects.

Baseball America’s last weekly team for the 2026 season highlights standout hitters and arms, from Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey to Hawaii’s Isaiah Magdaleno, underscoring the depth of talent across the collegiate landscape.