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The University of Cincinnati's men's basketball team is now composed solely of transfers, reflecting the growing influence of name, image and likeness opportunities. The roster includes players from a wide range of schools and will begin its foreign schedule with exhibitions in the Bahamas before the regular season.
Predictions for the 2026 Big East men's soccer season spotlight award contenders from Georgetown and Connecticut, while the projected All‑Big East team spans multiple institutions.
The University of North Dakota (UND) football team opened fall practice, marking head coach Eric Schmidt's second season. Key storylines include the absence of Jonnie Wiltshire and Avery Scott due to an eligibility lawsuit, the arrival of fresh defensive linemen, a new starting right tackle, and a heated competition for kicking duties.
July 2026 saw a record number of American youth and college soccer players receive call‑ups to national teams across six continents, highlighting the growing global footprint of the United States’ developmental pipelines.
A rundown of the standout performances and program milestones that defined Concord’s men’s basketball season.
The Indianapolis Star has unveiled its list of top Indiana high school girls soccer players to watch for the 2026 season, spotlighting a group of juniors whose performances in 2025 left a distinct mark on the state’s competitive landscape.
The 2023 Mississippi Coast football class produced standout athletes whose collegiate journeys span Alabama, Georgia, and beyond, illustrating the region's enduring impact on the sport.
The Mid-American Conference preseason poll places Toledo third, behind Western Michigan and Miami, as the Rockets prepare to open against Michigan State under first-year coach Mike Jacobs.
After losing its head coach and 28 players, Southern Miss is banking on a massive transfer class to reshape the roster and improve a 22% returning production rate.
A look at the South Shore athletes featured in EA Sports College Football 27, their college commitments, ratings, and the excitement surrounding the game's July 9 launch.
Freshman guard Mae Simon of Olmsted Falls has attracted multiple Division I scholarship offers, sparking excitement in the local basketball community.
UNLV’s football program has logged 30 wins over three seasons, earning a No. 12 at‑large playoff seed and the admiration of analysts. With quarterback Jackson Arnold leading a loaded roster, the Rebels are set to tackle a demanding schedule and reshape the Mountain West landscape.
The return of EA Sports College Football after a ten‑year hiatus features seven former Beaver Valley high school players, each with notable ratings and achievements that highlight the region’s talent.
The latest USA Today Network rankings reveal a flood of Division I offers, dramatic moves and new commitments across the Akron‑Canton area.
A former dual‑sport athlete from Cincinnati turned a cold‑weather dilemma into a basketball breakthrough, culminating in a top prospect status for the 2026 NBA Draft.
After a brief and under‑whelming stint with the Buckeyes, Mathieu Grujicic has transferred to Radford, where he will aim to rediscover his form under new leadership.
An overview of the 25 athletes who will represent six nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting their college achievements and professional pathways.
With the 2026 College World Series in full swing, Kentucky's coaching staff turns to the transfer portal, landing Wright State utility player JP Peltier. The move bolsters the Wildcats' aggressive base‑running identity and adds depth before the portal window closes on June 30.
Junior guard Liz Murphy pledges to the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks, bringing a proven shooting record and leadership from her Australian high‑school triumph.
The Mid-American Conference revealed its 2026 baseball All-MAC selections and specialty award winners, highlighting standout performances from Miami, Toledo and other league programs as the tournament kicks off in Ohio.
Peter Farkas has been appointed Assistant Director of Basketball Operations for the Stony Brook Seawolves, bringing four years of Mid‑American Conference triumphs and a strong recruiting network from Long Island and New York City.
After an 11‑win campaign, the University of Utah must replace a fully departed offensive line and a depleted cornerback corps while navigating a schedule short on marquee matchups.
Flatirons Academy rallied from an 11-6 deficit to defeat Akron 14-11, clinching the CHSAA 1A baseball title in a game marked by early fireworks, a pivotal fourth‑inning surge, and a strategic shift by shortstop‑turned‑pitcher Caleb Doughty.
With Flatirons Academy chasing its first state crown and defending champions Akron looking to repeat, the final games promise dramatic finishes across multiple classifications.