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The University of North Carolina baseball team is set to compete in the College World Series, aiming for its first championship after 13 appearances and a 19-25 record in previous tournaments.
Bob Simmons, the first African American head coach in Oklahoma State history, died at 77. His six‑year tenure produced landmark victories, a top‑12 season and a lasting impact on the sport.
Kim Ng, a trailblazing figure in baseball, now serves as commissioner of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, guiding its expansion, broadcasting partnership, and sustainable growth.
The SEC enters the 2025 season with a stacked slate of teams, from Georgia’s No. 2 preseason spot to Auburn’s sleeper potential, while quarterback eligibility battles loom large.
Georgia’s baseball team has captured the SEC regular‑season and tournament titles, boasting a 28‑7 record against league opponents and a flawless 6‑0 mark versus Mississippi State. As the College World Series opens in Omaha, the Bulldogs face an all‑SEC bracket featuring Texas, Alabama and Oklahoma, a challenge that has coach Brian O’Connor praising their lineup as one of the best he’s ever seen.
Bob Simmons, the first and only Black head coach in Oklahoma State history, passed away at 77. His six‑year tenure produced a 1997 Big 12 Coach of the Year award, an 8‑4 record and a No. 12 national ranking, before he was succeeded by Les Miles.
A violent crash at Michigan left Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, but the driver will still compete at Pocono, underscoring both the sport's safety progress and his relentless consistency.
Christopher Bell and Chase Elliott collided in a severe crash at Michigan, leaving Bell with a fractured wrist but still slated to race at Pocono. The event underscores both the sport's safety progress and the drivers' determination.
Elijah Hill’s journey from a 6‑foot‑1 high‑school player dismissed by power‑four programs to a leading sack‑producer at Kansas State illustrates how determination can rewrite expectations.
Oklahoma's victory over Kansas in the Super Regional fills the final slot in the eight‑team Men’s College World Series, cementing the SEC's dominance and setting the stage for a highly anticipated championship.
Stacey King, a three‑time NBA champion and University of Oklahoma standout, passed away on Sunday at the age of 59. His impact on the game spanned decades, from college stardom to a celebrated broadcasting career.
The 2026 season reaffirms the SEC’s supremacy, with Alabama and Georgia leading the win‑loss rankings, while Texas A&M’s recent success under Mike Elko threatens to reshape the traditional hierarchy.
Stacey King, a standout basketball player for the University of Oklahoma in the late 1980s, passed away at the age of 59. His career spanned college stardom, three NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls, and a respected broadcasting role.
Danny‑David Linahan has been appointed hitting coach for Texas Christian University, bringing a proven track record of offensive development and a championship pedigree from his time with the Minnesota Twins.
The Hokies added guard talent but still seek a versatile forward to strengthen their frontcourt as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Malik Howard's pledge to the Tennessee Volunteers reshapes the Irish's 2027 recruiting outlook, prompting a shift in focus and upcoming official visits.
Ty Majeski secured his 13th career Truck Series pole, edging Christopher Bell by a narrow margin, while a host of young drivers prepared for a race that could reshape the season standings.
The University of North Carolina will host Louisiana State on December 2, 2026, as part of the ACC-SEC Challenge, pitting recent champions against a Tar Heels squad brimming with returning talent and top recruits.
A look at the promising pieces the Hokies are counting on as they prepare for the upcoming season.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys are tracking key transfers as the NCAA transfer portal prepares to shut at the end of June, with several players announcing their intentions.
The latest Hall of Fame ballot highlights the collegiate triumphs of three former Seattle Seahawks stars, alongside other notable alumni, as fans and voters prepare to decide the 2027 inductees.
The upcoming 2026 Red River Rivalry will hinge on quarterback protection, explosive receiving duels, and defensive pressure, with both teams poised to leverage their strengths.
At the second annual Brent Venables Elite Football Camp in Oklahoma, standout wide receivers and a dynamic running back caught the eye of scouts, earning early Division I interest.
The Cowgirls announced their full 2026 slate, beginning with an August 6 exhibition match and opening the regular season on August 12 against Sam Houston. The schedule comes after a 2025 campaign that produced just four wins and 36 goals allowed, the most in the Big 12.