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San Diego State’s entry into the Pac‑12 brings a mix of veteran talent and fresh faces, positioning the Aztecs as a dark‑horse contender for the conference crown and a potential automatic tournament berth.
Gonzaga University officially becomes a Pac‑12 member on July 1, 2026, joining a revitalized league that promises stronger competition and increased revenue for its athletic programs.
A brief look at the policy shift, the team's symbolic gestures and the broader implications for regional diplomacy.
LSU’s baseball program missed the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2011, prompting a six‑player transfer portal overhaul. The new class, featuring hitters Bino Watters and Cade Kurland and pitchers Landon Hood and Diego Velazquez, is expected to fill outfield, infield and bullpen needs and make immediate impacts in 2027.
Valparaiso University’s men’s basketball team welcomes Nick Sullivan as video coordinator, while Sean Taylor is promoted to assistant coach, Jacob Lindsey stays on as operations and creative media volunteer, and Joe Vick returns as graduate assistant. The new staff brings diverse experiences from Gonzaga, Whitworth and other institutions.
The university announced a series of appointments and promotions that reflect a continued investment in its basketball program.
Rick Guarno, who previously coached in the farm systems of the Marlins, Mets and Yankees, is set to lead Texas State’s offense as the team eyes a Pac‑12 debut after a record‑breaking season.
Oregon State will host the 2027 Pac‑12 Baseball tournament, a decision confirmed by conference deputy commissioner Rick Hart during a recent visit to Fresno State. The format remains undetermined, and the conference is evaluating potential sites for future editions.
CBS Sports left out Gonzaga's Braden Huff from its ranking of the best returning college basketball players, a decision that reflects injury history and transfer rules more than pure performance.
LSU’s baseball program secured a high‑profile addition in Cade Kurland, a Florida Gators infielder whose four‑year college career blends durability, power and clutch hitting.
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.
An overview of the 2026 season schedule, key player movements, and the team's transition into the Pac-12 conference.
Serbian forward Pavle Stosic, a 6‑9 veteran of four college programs, has committed to Fairleigh Dickinson University for his redshirt junior season, seeking a chance to start and contribute as the Knights look to rebound from a difficult previous campaign
The Tigers will meet power‑conference opponents in Spokane and Houston, while also testing their depth with international talent during a holiday tournament.
Gonzaga’s 33.3 percent three‑point shooting last season ranked as the lowest in Mark Few’s coaching career. The addition of transfer guard Camp Wagner, a 38 percent shooter from Indiana State, offers a potential boost to the team’s floor spacing and overall offensive efficiency.
Duke's ambitious non‑conference schedule features early‑season games at Madison Square Garden, a slate of top opponents, and a focus on preparation for March.
Before a dislocated kneecap ended his season early, Braden Huff delivered elite efficiency for Gonzaga, sparking optimism for a senior year that could reshape the team’s offensive outlook.
Allen Graves, a top‑ranked 2026 draft prospect, has decided to remain in the draft rather than join LSU, where Coach Will Wade is assembling a new-look squad with notable additions to the coaching staff.
Washington State University's baseball team clinched an NCAA tournament berth after a dramatic win, and the sports world reflected on Memorial Day, the Indy 500, and other competitions.
The newly released brackets for the Players Era Tournament promise high‑profile matchups, including a potential top‑ten clash between Louisville and Tennessee, as teams from across the nation prepare for a festive slate of games.
The Diamond Cup, an eight-team pool-play event scheduled for the 2027-28 season, promises significant revenue sharing, neutral-site competition and a direct challenge to the existing Players Era Tournament.
The University of Kentucky and Gonzaga University have called off a multi‑year men’s basketball series after four meetings, removing a marquee home game from Kentucky’s future schedule and prompting new matchups for both teams.
The Bulldogs must replace a high‑scoring guard and a backup point guard, prompting interest in three West Coast Conference prospects.
The Sun Devils boast a top‑10 transfer portal ranking, a blend of seasoned transfers and young talent, and a coach determined to end a multi‑year tournament drought.