WSU Secures High‑Profile Showdown with USC at Lake Tahoe
Wichita State will meet USC in the first men’s basketball game at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, a Quad 1 test that could shape both teams’ tournament trajectories.
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Wichita State will meet USC in the first men’s basketball game at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, a Quad 1 test that could shape both teams’ tournament trajectories.

Duce Robinson’s record‑breaking 2025 campaign, his decision to return for a senior year, and his pivotal role in Florida State’s newly forged offense set the stage for a promising 2026 season.

After a strong first season with the Rush, Jake Ratzlaff is set to re‑join the team for the 2026‑27 ECHL campaign, bringing a blend of defensive reliability and offensive upside.

Syracuse University secures commitment from Quinnipiac standout Amarri Monroe, whose fifth‑year eligibility granted by a Colorado class‑action lawsuit adds depth to a roster reshaped by new head coach Gerry McNamara.

Hofstra University's men's basketball team will debut CHASING MARCH on August 25, a documentary chronicling its record‑breaking 2025‑26 season, featuring behind‑the‑scenes footage, interviews and remarks from athletic leadership and players.

The Ivy League will host its 2026 Football Media Day online on August 10, featuring former Yale commentator Jack Ford and a roster of coaches and student‑athletes from each member institution.

Boston Red Sox President of Baseball Operations Craig Breslow outlined the rationale behind a series of high‑profile trades that have reshaped the roster, emphasizing the team's recent resilience and the strategic need to bolster catching depth and bullpen performance.

After guiding the Hurricanes to a 10‑2 season and a College Football Playoff appearance, head coach Mario Cristobal has locked in a decade‑long agreement that promises stability and ambition for Miami’s football future.

A JAMA Ophthalmology study finds over 6,400 hockey eye injuries in two decades, with minimal protective eyewear use and a concerning rise in severe cases.

Michigan State University has offered four-star center Kamsi Awaka, a top-ranked 2027 prospect, amid a competitive recruitment that also features Florida, Arizona and UConn.

SMU’s men’s soccer program opens the 2026 season ranked No. 15 nationally, joining four ACC teams in the United Soccer Coaches top 25 and preparing for a challenging schedule of exhibition and regular‑season games.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino's proposal to privatize the World Cup collapsed under pressure from UEFA, Concacaf and AFC, with Wales and England withdrawing support. U.S. Soccer chief executive J.T. Batson outlines a long‑term vision for the sport's growth.

Jim Toman, a revered figure in college baseball, died on August 4, 2026, after a battle with brain cancer. His journey from player to coach left an indelible mark on several programs.

The Bulldogs enter the 2026 season with a preseason poll that forecasts a 20th Ivy League championship, highlighted by standout recognitions for senior defender Abu Kamara and a coaching transition led by Kevin Cahill.

Bryant University's men's soccer team enters the 2026 season ranked No. 10 nationally, marking its first-ever preseason top‑10 placement after a 17‑2‑3 campaign that reached the NCAA round of 16.

The New Mexico Goatheads have added forward Briley Wood to their roster, securing a contract that runs through the 2026‑27 season. Wood arrives after a breakout year with the Utah Grizzlies and a solid stint with the Rapid City Rush, bringing a blend of scoring and leadership to the team.

El Farolito’s 2026 NPSL championship victory over Bristol Rhythm highlights the team’s unique composition and its deep roots in community soccer.

Larry Berg, the incoming MLS commissioner, plans to harness the post‑World Cup surge to boost youth pathways, integrate private‑equity investment responsibly, and deepen community ties across the league.

Jordan’s football chief says FIFA attempted to force his endorsement by promising aid only after months of refusal, while the governing body’s World Cup stake‑sale proposal is rejected by national bodies.

Ohio State tops the AFCA preseason poll with 38 first‑place votes, while the Big Ten and SEC fill most of the top 25, and several high‑profile coaching changes loom over the upcoming season.

Larry Berg, the incoming MLS commissioner, explains how player development, strategic investment and fan engagement will shape the league’s future after the 2026 World Cup.

From record World Cup viewership to a new era of investment, MLS chief Larry Berg plans to turn short‑term excitement into lasting growth for American soccer.

The United States will host a series of high‑profile matches this year, giving new coach Mauricio Pochettino a chance to shape a squad that already made history in the 2026 tournament.

Larry Berg, the incoming MLS commissioner, will steer the league through a pivotal transition, emphasizing unity among owners, a new international calendar and a fresh media‑rights contract that could reshape North American soccer.