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EA Sports has released the official College Football 27 ratings, positioning Miami Hurricanes at the top of the ACC while Florida State enters the season with an 82 overall score and a roster in flux.
Alabama’s emerging talent Labaron Philon was chosen 22nd overall by the Philadelphia 76ers, while the NCAA implements a five‑year age‑based eligibility framework that could reshape college rosters.
The June 2026 update of the Class of 2029 baseball rankings showcases the most promising high school players based on their spring outings, with standout performances from California’s Mattias Di Maggio to Texas’ Myles McCarty.
A recent ranking highlights the coaches whose achievements defined the 1990s, from championship builders to program transformers, and whose legacies still echo in today’s game.
Virginia Tech's 2026 football schedule blends manageable non‑conference matchups with a tough ACC road, featuring a bye week and a 3‑9 record to overcome.
Ted Lawrence reflects on a career that never reached the majors but left a lasting imprint on the diamond, from battles with Bo Jackson to a state‑championship legacy and a future in the Southwest.
Virginia Tech's 2026 football calendar blends manageable non‑conference games with a rugged ACC road trip that tests even the most seasoned roster.
Nate Ament, the 6‑foot‑10 forward from Tennessee, was selected 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft. Known for his scoring and defensive potential, he averaged 16.7 points and 6.3 rebounds in his freshman season and is expected to develop his three‑point shooting and adapt to the NBA's physicality.
North Carolina State’s men’s basketball program has chosen to walk away from the second half of its scheduled home‑and‑home series with Virginia Commonwealth University, opting instead to honor the buyout clause in the original agreement.
NASCAR Studios teams with Words + Pictures to launch Season 2 of RISING, a documentary series spotlighting emerging drivers, exclusively on Xumo Play for six months.
Benny Montgomery, the eighth‑overall selection in the 2021 MLB Draft, announced his retirement from professional baseball at just 23 years old, ending a brief but eventful minor‑league career with the Colorado Rockies.
Recent verbal pledges bolster Florida State's defensive outlook, highlighting Coach Ernie Sims' recruiting impact and the competitive chase for top linebacker talent.
After a early exit from the Los Angeles Regional, Virginia Tech’s baseball program secures key returnees and adds three promising arms from the Transfer Portal, aiming for a stronger ACC campaign.
The Wildcats' upcoming season blends tough home and road SEC battles with high‑profile non‑conference games, setting the stage for a tournament‑ready campaign.
Former NFL linebacker Xavier Adibi will join the Colorado coaching staff, bringing experience from Virginia Tech and East Texas A&M as the program seeks to fix its inconsistent linebacker play.
A former Virginia All‑American and WNBA pioneer, Tammi Reiss returns to the collegiate ranks to lead the University of Florida's women's basketball program, blending playing experience with a clear vision for roster building and player development.
With the transfer portal set to close in just over a week, Tennessee has secured its fourth incoming pitcher, while several seniors have exhausted eligibility and several prospects eye the MLB Draft.
Virginia Tech’s men’s basketball program entered the 2025‑26 season with a promising 11‑2 start in non‑conference play, only to see its momentum stall during ACC competition. Injuries and close defeats left the team outside the NCAA Tournament, a result that has become all too familiar for the Hokies in recent years. The NCAA announced an expansion to 76 teams beginning next March, a change that could open a new pathway for Virginia Tech. Early bracketology from CBS Sports placed the Hokies among the ‘Last Four In,’ while ESPN analyst Joe Lunardi kept them on the outside looking in, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding their at‑large prospects. Roster movement has been a focal point of the offseason. Key contributors Amani Hansberry, Tyler Johnson and Ben Hammond are slated to return, providing continuity and experience. Freshmen Neoklis Avdalas and Christian Gurdak, however, have transferred out, prompting the coaching staff to integrate new talent while preserving the core that helped the team start strong. Beyond the court, Virginia Tech’s athletics department announced it would decline any invitation to the NIT, a decision that reflects a shift in strategic priorities. The administration, led by the university’s sports administration, is now focused on aligning resources with a realistic path to NCAA qualification. Fans and analysts alike are hopeful that the combination of a larger tournament bracket, a retooled roster and a clear coaching philosophy will translate into a postseason berth. If the Hokies can translate early-season promise into consistent ACC performance, a return to March Madness may finally materialize.
Florida State enters 2026 with high hopes, relying on pivotal performances from the left tackle, cornerback and linebacker groups to turn roster overhaul into tangible success.
Adam Nije Jr. confessed to telling bettors he would intentionally lose games, prompting an NCAA investigation that stripped his eligibility and cast doubt on his move to Hampton University.
As the ACC expands to a nine-game conference slate, Virginia Tech is weighing a handful of non-conference foes that promise regional rivalries, recruiting benefits and television appeal.
Michigan’s offensive line prospect Evan Link has logged impressive pass‑blocking numbers, survived a season‑ending injury and earned praise from coach Jim Harding. Analysts now wonder whether his next chapter could see him slide to guard.
Tennessee's 2027 recruiting class now boasts sixteen pledges, blending elite talent from across the nation while targeting top in‑state prospects.
Braylen Gibbs, a Knoxville native and former Vanderbilt commit, announced his pledge to Alabama after an unofficial visit, highlighting the Tide's continued dominance in early recruiting.