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Despite a lineup of rock legends as owners and a roster that featured future stars, the Philadelphia Fury struggled with poor facilities, dwindling crowds and a precarious financial footing before folding after three seasons.
The University of Texas has revealed its upcoming men's basketball slate, highlighting conference opponents, home‑and‑home rivalries, and a series of non‑conference games under head coach Sean Miller.
After a championship‑winning stint with the Boston Celtics, veteran forward Xavier Tillman Sr. signs with Trabzonspor, bringing his defensive grit and mentorship to a Turkish league eager for fresh talent.
A standout senior season has Iowa’s Bennett Stirtz drawing first‑round interest, with multiple mock drafts linking him to the Toronto Raptors, Charlotte Hornets and Memphis Grizzlies.
Former UVA player and longtime strength coach Mike Curtis is heading to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he will oversee health and performance. Meanwhile, Luke Toburen, who previously worked under Curtis, has been appointed director of sports performance for the Cavaliers.
From high school stardom to a challenging college season, Darryn Peterson’s draft stock is rising, driven by a supportive network and a family steeped in professional sports.
Mississippi Delta Community College has appointed Jamar McKnight as head coach of its men's basketball team, bringing a blend of playing experience, coaching history and community ties to the program.
Kansas City Women's Soccer has released its 2026 slate, featuring exhibition games, a home opener against Rockhurst, a reunion for Coach Jess Smith, and a schedule that stretches into the Summit League Championships in November.
John Calipari is tapping his New York Knicks network to bring top recruits and marquee games to Fayetteville, hoping to finally break the Razorbacks' title drought.
Over the past decade, Tennessee under coach Rick Barnes has produced a steady stream of NBA draft picks, highlighted by top‑10 prospect Nate Ament and recent second‑round prospects Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Felix Okpara.
The Razorbacks will welcome the Bulldogs for a preseason game announced by coach John Calipari, a contest that revisits a recent NCAA Tournament rivalry and highlights significant roster changes for both teams.
Brandin Cummings, a 2,000‑point high school scorer, has transferred to Memphis, where Coach Penny Hardaway sees him as a cornerstone for a resurgence of Tigers basketball.
The Cardinals will begin the 2026‑27 campaign at the KFC Yum! Center with back‑to‑back home games against Chattanooga and Morehead State, then travel to the Players Era tournament in Las Vegas where they could meet Oregon or St. John’s. A top‑ranked transfer class and a demanding slate of opponents underscore the team’s ambitions.
The University of Arkansas announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting five home non‑conference games, a road test at Loyola Maryland, preseason exhibitions and a demanding SEC calendar.
With no full‑time head coach in place since April, Texas Southern University has turned to DHR Global to find a permanent replacement for the men's basketball program, while interim coach Shyrone Chatman has already secured two recruits for the upcoming season.
Clemson University is hosting a high‑profile recruiting weekend starting May 29, drawing elite high school players who are weighing the Tigers alongside a host of other powerhouse programs.
Calvin Austin III, standing just under five‑foot‑eight, overcame a cascade of setbacks to become a pivotal playmaker for the Giants, highlighted by a playoff touchdown.
Boise State is set to join the Pac‑12 in 2026, bringing a three‑time defending Mountain West champion roster into a new conference landscape.
Coach Penny Hardaway expects all 14 Tigers to report for summer workouts, yet the status of several key signees, including Fred Smith Jr., remains uncertain as the team eyes a challenging slate and a revamped Battle 4 Atlantis.
Senior pitcher Cole Prosek’s dominant performance leads Magnolia Heights to its eighth consecutive MAIS baseball championship, highlighting a team built on chemistry, tough scheduling, and Division I talent.