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The NCAA announced the appointment of Steve Piotrowski as secretary‑rules editor for men’s and women’s hockey, effective September 1, highlighting his extensive officiating background.
Coach Mike Locksley outlines the Terps' plan to rebound from a 4‑8 season, highlighting mentorship, quarterback leadership and defensive upgrades.
Alex Hall’s standout 2025 performance earned him a spot on the United Soccer Coaches MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List, and he now prepares to lead the Washington Huskies in a crucial 2026 campaign.
ESPN's Football Power Index projects Ohio State as the top Big Ten team for 2026, while five programs face sub‑1.0 scores, underscoring divergent expectations across the league.
After missing the previous season with a season‑ending injury, Andrew Babalola is back on the field, fully participating in fall camp and vying for a starting spot on Michigan's offensive line.
The conference revealed its 2026 field hockey television lineup, highlighting key matchups, tournament dates and streaming options for fans across the United States.
Coach Dan Lanning outlines how Oregon is navigating name, image and likeness, the transfer portal and conference realignment to stay ahead in college football.
The Big Ten announced its 2026 preseason honors list, highlighting USC quarterback Jayden Maiava alongside Ohio State’s Julian Sayin and Oregon’s Dante Moore as the conference’s leading returning signal‑callers.
Despite landing at No. 29 in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll, the Illini are poised to challenge the conference elite, with a demanding schedule and a renewed focus on both offense and defense.
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.
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.
Indiana University’s football program entered the 2026 preseason rankings at No. 6, boasting a perfect 16‑0 championship season and a roster bolstered by top transfers and returning stars.
Three Iowa players receive preseason accolades, highlighting the team's defensive and offensive line strengths ahead of the September 5 matchup with Northern Illinois.
Indiana University’s football program, once perched at the summit of the national rankings, now finds itself outside the top five as the 2026 preseason US LMB Coaches Poll is released. The team’s meteoric climb, historic title game, and upcoming tough slate are reshaping expectations for the season.
Despite a three‑win improvement, the University of Washington football team exposed vulnerabilities in depth, quarterback maturity and special teams that proved costly in key matchups.
Recent legal changes have set off a cascade of transfers, NBA draft entries and fifth‑year extensions across the Big Ten, reshaping rosters and expectations for the upcoming campaign.
Analyst Jon Rothstein’s 19th‑overall preseason ranking highlights a revitalized UCLA squad under head coach Mick Cronin, featuring transfers Jaylen Petty and Nikola Kusturica, as the Bruins aim to translate talent into postseason success.
The University of Minnesota Gophers highlight three standout student‑athletes on the 2026 Big Ten Preseason Players to Watch List, with the team opening its season against North Dakota on August 13.
Former TCU defensive mastermind Gary Patterson joins USC in 2025, bringing a film‑driven scheme, a rebuilt staff and a commitment to player development that could finally transform the Trojans’ defense under Lincoln Riley.
The Big Ten weighs scrapping its annual football championship game as the College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams, sparking player nostalgia and record viewership.
The Spartans enter 2026 as the Big Ten favorites, riding a wave of recent success, veteran leadership, and a challenging slate of opponents.
The Huskies are projected third in the Big Ten preseason poll after a historic conference title, an Elite Eight run, and standout performances from Alex Buck, Tanner Ijams and Lucy Newlin.
The University of Minnesota women's soccer team celebrates three standout players selected to the Big Ten's 2026 preseason watch list, highlighting their 2025 achievements and the squad's early‑season outlook.
The Hoosiers aim to translate 2025 improvements into a postseason berth, leveraging returning talent and a demanding slate of matches.