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The Missouri Valley, American, Atlantic 10 and Ivy League conferences will collaborate on a tournament‑style showcase for the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, featuring top teams, marquee matchups and increased national exposure.
Boise State's recent dominance in the Mountain West has positioned them as favorites for the 2026 Pac‑12 title, but a series of hurdles — including a ten‑game skid against Power Four opponents and a weakened pass rush — must be cleared before they can translate preseason hype into on‑field success.
The University of South Florida announced a home‑and‑home series with George Mason, beginning in 2026, as part of a revamped non‑conference schedule under coach Chris Mack.
With more than eighteen years of Division I experience, Pualani Spurlock‑Welsh is now the BIG EAST Conference’s Supervisor of Women’s Basketball Officials, charged with overseeing a newly formalized officiating alliance that spans three major leagues.
Pualani Spurlock-Welsh has been appointed supervisor of women’s basketball officials for the American, Atlantic Coast and Big East conferences, a role that places her at the helm of a newly formalized officiating alliance.
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced the hiring of Pualani Spurlock-Welsh as its new Supervisor of Women’s Basketball Officials, a role that will also oversee the American and Big East conferences. With more than a decade and a half of high‑profile officiating experience, she will guide a newly formalized alliance set to launch this summer.
The 2026 campaign set new attendance benchmarks, captured a second straight conference title, and signaled a bright future for UTSA Baseball.
The second edition of the Love Wins Classic will pit the South Florida Bulls against the Kennesaw State Owls on December 19, 2026, at the Yuengling Center. The game commemorates the late coach Amir Abdur‑Rahim, whose brief but transformative tenure left a lasting imprint on both schools. With both programs undergoing significant roster changes, the matchup promises fresh storylines while reinforcing a legacy that continues to shape college basketball.
UTSA’s soccer program reveals its 2026 slate, featuring 11 home matches at the Park West Athletics Complex, season‑ticket pricing and a challenging lineup of opponents.
The University of Memphis will field a 32‑game regular season starting in 2026‑27, taking advantage of a recent NCAA rule change that raised the maximum from 31 games. The extra contest will be part of a non‑conference slate that already includes ten announced matchups, a potential appearance in the Hoops For St. Jude Tip Off Classic, and participation in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament in the Bahamas.
Wichita State’s baseball team rallied to the semifinals of the American Conference tournament, but a 31‑27 record and a difficult regular season leave the program at a crossroads as it seeks to translate short‑term grit into sustained success.
The American Conference announced the 2025 football schedule for Tulane, detailing broadcast partners and kickoff times for six of the Green Wave’s games, with the championship slated for ABC on Dec. 5.
The university announced the full slate of kickoff times for the upcoming season, highlighting key matchups, home and road games, and the American Conference Championship.
East Carolina University reveals kickoff times and TV partners for its upcoming season, highlighting a high‑profile opener against Appalachian State.
The American Conference, ESPN and CBS have released kickoff times for the Owls’ first three weeks of the 2026 season, confirming a slate that includes marquee matchups against Penn State, Army and Navy, while also highlighting a home showdown with Rice.
During the SEC’s spring meetings, emerging coaches and commissioner Greg Sankey weighed the implications of expanding the College Football Playoff, raising questions about tradition, revenue and competitive balance.
With South Florida defending its crown and programs like Memphis and Charlotte reshaping their lineups, the American Conference braces for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s baseball squad is back in the American Baseball Championship, opening play on Thursday at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida, with live coverage on ESPN+ and the Varsity Sports Network.
The American Conference announced that its annual Football Kickoff and Media Days will take place in St. Petersburg, Florida, on July 23‑24, 2026, featuring all head coaches, student‑athletes, live ESPN+ coverage and a series of fan‑focused activities that build on the league’s record‑breaking 2025 season.
Six UAB players receive conference accolades, highlighted by Coach Dunn's first-time Coach of the Year award and a promising freshman class heading to the American Baseball Championship in Clearwater.
The conference’s championship‑winning 2025 season, highlighted by Tulane’s College Football Playoff berth, will be celebrated in a two‑day event that streams on ESPN+.
Six East Carolina Pirates were selected to the American Athletic Conference All-Conference teams, highlighting a season of dominant pitching, reliable relief work, offensive consistency and breakout performances by younger players.
Sophomore outfielder Jason Wachs was selected to the American Conference’s 2026 First Team All-Conference after leading the Green Wave in multiple offensive categories and starting every game this season.
UTSA's Drew Detlefsen and Conor Myles lead the American Conference's 2026 baseball awards, with additional honors going to Jayson Jones, Tanner Wiggins, Jevin Relaford, and Casey Dunn.