Kansas Jayhawks Open 2026 Soccer Season Against Utah State
The University of Kansas will host Utah State on August 12 at Rock Chalk Park, featuring top‑ranked teams, standout players, and live coverage on ESPN+.
Aug 12, 2026
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Baylor Bears Open 2026 Season Against No. 10 Arkansas in High‑Stakes Exhibition
The Bears kick off their 2026 campaign on Wednesday night, facing a top‑10 opponent and looking to build on a historic 2025 run that saw 15 goal scorers and 20 playmakers return.
Aug 11, 2026
CFP 2026: Expanded Field and New Selection Rules
The 2026 College Football Playoff retains a 12‑team format but guarantees spots for conference champions and top‑ranked non‑champions, reshaping qualification for teams like Duke and Notre Dame.
Aug 11, 2026
K-State Soccer Garners Sixth Academic Honor While Setting New Winning Record
K-State’s soccer program celebrated its sixth United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award and a breakthrough winning season, returning the majority of its top scorers as they open the 2025 schedule in Honolulu.
Aug 10, 2026
Purdue Football Faces Key Injuries Ahead of Season
Purdue University's football program confronts a series of setbacks as it prepares for the upcoming season, with several key players sidelined by injury and a transfer departure.
Aug 10, 2026
Big 12 and Monster Energy seal $20 million branding partnership
A multiyear sponsorship will fund surface logos at each Big 12 school, add Monster Energy branding to jerseys and stadiums, and reshape the conference’s visual identity.
Aug 10, 2026
Bearcats’ Tengesdahl and Fletcher Earn Preseason All‑America Honors
Evan Tengesdahl and Max Fletcher were selected to Pro Football Network’s 2026 Preseason All‑America team, highlighting Cincinnati’s growing national reputation
Aug 10, 2026
Kansas Football Eyes Resurgence in 2026
After a stretch of near‑misses and bowl defeats, the Jayhawks aim to turn the tide in 2026 with a revamped roster, a new quarterback battle and a demanding schedule that includes a London showdown.
Aug 9, 2026
Texas Tech scrambles for Power Four opponents after scheduling setbacks
Texas Tech’s football program faces a shrinking slate of Power Four non‑conference games, prompting athletic leaders to explore neutral‑site contests and possible Big 12 waivers.
Aug 8, 2026
Darrion Williams Returns to Texas Tech for 2026‑27 Season
Darrion Williams returns to Texas Tech for a fifth season, bringing Elite Eight experience and All‑Big 12 accolades to a program poised for another deep tournament run.
Aug 7, 2026
Kansas Soccer Prepares for a Pivotal Fall Season
The Jayhawks open their fall schedule with an exhibition against Iowa, aiming to fine‑tune a squad that returns key stars while integrating fresh talent.
Aug 7, 2026
Top College Hitters Projected as Early Picks in 2027 MLB Draft
Three standout collegiate batters are emerging as the most coveted prospects for the 2027 MLB Draft, each boasting impressive statistics and accolades.
Aug 5, 2026
Doug Gillin Joins College Football Playoff Selection Committee
Appalachian State athletics director Doug Gillin has been appointed to the College Football Playoff Selection Committee, succeeding Dr. Bryan Maggard, as the CFP prepares for its 2027 championship in Las Vegas.
Aug 4, 2026
2026 College Football Preseason Coaches Poll: Ohio State Leads the Nation
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.
Aug 4, 2026
Colorado State Rams brace for marquee September showdown with BYU
Colorado State’s 2026 schedule features a marquee showdown with No. 15‑ranked BYU, continuing a decade‑long tradition of challenging matchups.
Aug 4, 2026
BYU Women’s Soccer Secures Sixth Spot in 2026 Big 12 Preseason Poll
The Cougars enter the new season ranked sixth in the Big 12 preseason poll, with three players recognized on the all‑conference team and a recent tournament championship fueling optimism.
Aug 4, 2026
Kalani Sitake’s Ambitious Vision for the 2026 BYU Cougars
Kalani Sitake voices dissatisfaction with the Cougars' recent performance despite a 23‑4 record, emphasizing the need for continued growth as the 2026 season approaches.
Aug 4, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Eye Turnaround After Bottom‑Tier Preseason Ranking
The Wildcats open August with an exhibition against UC Irvine before a road start at GCU and a home debut versus New Mexico State, aiming to climb out of the conference’s lower tier.
Aug 3, 2026
Kansas State Wildcats Gear Up for Collin Klein’s Debut Season
The Wildcats begin August practices under first‑year head coach Collin Klein, blending veteran quarterback Avery Johnson’s experience with a wave of transfers, aiming to turn early promise into a conference championship.
Aug 3, 2026
TCU Women’s Soccer Poised for Big 12 Dominance as Preseason Honors Roll In
TCU's women's soccer team enters the 2026 season with a top preseason ranking, four players named to the All‑Big 12 Preseason Team, and a schedule that begins with road tests against Wisconsin and a home opener against UTSA.
Aug 3, 2026
Mountaineers’ Stars Earn Preseason All‑Big 12 Honors Ahead of 2026 Season
Bailey Herfurth, Anna Hauer and Nyema Ingleton were selected to the 2026 Preseason All‑Big 12 Team, while the Mountaineers share third place in the league’s early poll.
Aug 3, 2026
Big 12 Dominates Preseason Award Lists
A record number of Big 12 players appear on preseason watch lists, highlighting the league's offensive depth and national relevance ahead of the upcoming college football season.
Aug 3, 2026
Kansas Coach Bill Self Sees Leroy Blyden Jr. as Potential Devonte’ Graham Successor
Kansas head coach Bill Self has compared transfer guard Leroy Blyden Jr. to former Jayhawk Devonte' Graham, highlighting shared shooting range and offensive rebounding prowess. With the team eyeing a stronger rotation, Blyden's development could follow a trajectory similar to Graham's breakout season.
Aug 3, 2026
Brice Pollock Sets Ambitious Targets for Senior Season at Texas Tech
Texas Tech cornerback Brice Pollock outlines his senior‑year objectives, from Jim Thorpe Award contention to a potential first‑round NFL draft pick, while choosing to remain in college football
Aug 3, 2026