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Auburn’s women’s basketball team announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring a season‑opening home game, a road trip to Texas Tech, a tournament in Puerto Rico, and high‑profile matchups against Stanford and Wake Forest.
The Mountaineers, led by standout Chloe Hook and veteran Sophia Baxter, prepare for a demanding stretch that includes a top‑ranked Wake Forest showdown and a historic series test.
Purdue’s upcoming game against Wake Forest could break a 21-game losing streak against Power Five opponents, a critical test for coach Barry Odom and the program’s future.
The Ohio Bobcats fell 6-1 to seventh-ranked Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, marking their first road defeat of the season, while preparing for a home match against Davidson on Sept. 13.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has released its full women's basketball slate for the 2026‑2027 season, highlighting Virginia's eight‑home, eight‑away slate and the March tournament in Charlotte.
Ryan Preece captured his first Cup Series points race win at the 2026 Coke Zero Sugar 400, clinching the last playoff berth after a chaotic overtime finish.
Ryan Preece captured the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway, delivering his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory and sealing the last playoff berth.
The Iowa field hockey team rebounds from a first‑round tournament exit with dramatic overtime wins against Wake Forest and North Carolina, highlighting a promising start under Coach Lisa Cellucci.
The conference recognized four players for their contributions in the season‑opening weekend, highlighting offensive bursts, defensive solidity, and historic freshman recognition.
Ryan Preece captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona, overcoming past mishaps to lock in the final playoff position.
Ryan Preece captured the season‑ending Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, overcoming a final‑lap bump to lock the last playoff berth and elevate his team’s campaign.
The University of Iowa field hockey team defeated second‑ranked North Carolina 3‑2 at Kentner Stadium, improving to 2‑0 in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge and securing the program’s first win over a top‑two opponent since 2023.
In a rain‑delayed opener of the ACC/Big Ten Challenge, Michigan’s field hockey team edged No. 2 North Carolina 2‑1 in overtime, highlighted by Eva Bernardy’s sixth‑career goal and Sofia Ghanbari’s breakthrough.
The University of Iowa field hockey team, ranked eleventh, pulled off a stunning overtime victory against seventh‑seeded Wake Forest, rallying from a three‑goal hole to win 4‑3. Coach Lisa Cellucci praised the team’s resilience, highlighting key performances from Ava Moore, Bianca Rees‑Gibbs, and Reine van Hoof.
The Portland Pilots women's soccer team faces No. 5 Wake Forest on August 29, bringing together a strong returning roster, elite defensive stats and a coaching legacy aimed at maintaining national relevance.
The NFHCA has named four University of Iowa field hockey players to its 2026 Watch List, highlighting their on‑field impact and scholarly achievements as the Hawkeyes prepare for a high‑profile season opener in Winston‑Salem.
The Wolfpack aim for a ten‑win campaign, leveraging home‑field advantages and the experience of quarterback C.J. Bailey as they navigate a demanding slate that includes Virginia, Vanderbilt, Duke and Florida State.
Old Dominion University's women's soccer team will face ranked #2 Duke on August 27 at 6 p.m. EST in Norfolk, Virginia, a match that could reshape their season trajectories.
Michigan’s field hockey team begins its 2026 season in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge, opening against North Carolina and Wake Forest while returning key players and a second‑year head coach.
The University of Iowa’s field hockey squad opens its 2026 campaign in Winston‑Salem, highlighted by three players on the Big Ten’s watch list, led by record‑breaking scorer Dionne van Aalsum.
The 2027 season will see the Craftsman Truck Series return to Bowman Gray Stadium, bringing a new generation of drivers to one of NASCAR’s most iconic venues.
The first-ever Kyle Busch Invitational will take place at Bowman Gray Stadium, celebrating the late champion’s legacy while raising funds for a charitable foundation.
Dallas Afalava, the Wake Forest defensive lineman whose relentless pass rush helped the Demon Deacons clinch bowl eligibility, has been selected for the 2026 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Watchlist announced by the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame.
On September 2, retired NFL wide receiver Ricky Proehl will join obesity specialist Dr. Donna Ryan for a community health program in Winston‑Salem, highlighting the link between weight management and heart health.