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Florida State tight end Landen Thomas enters his third season with a focus on health and performance, aiming to expand his role in an offense that traditionally features dynamic tight ends.
The Alabama Crimson Tide navigated a mixed 2026 season, secured a playoff berth, and now faces a revamped schedule and quarterback questions as they chase another national title.
Senior lineman Bray Hubbard talks about his loud, emissions‑deleted GMC 2500, the frustrations of pump etiquette, and the upcoming game against East Carolina.
The Pirates finished 2025 with a 9‑4 record and a Military Bowl victory, but will enter 2026 with only 42 % of last year’s production and a brand‑new offensive scheme.
Virginia Tech will close its regular season against Virginia in a contest that could decide the ACC title, driven by Pribula’s arm and legs and a storied rivalry.
The Volunteers are bolstering their roster with experienced hitters and a returning pitcher, aiming to build on a 38‑22 campaign and a recent NCAA Tournament appearance
The Crimson Tide's upcoming schedule pits them against elite opponents, testing Coach Kalen DeBoer's ability to navigate life after quarterback Ty Simpson.
The University of Tennessee announced the hiring of Austin Knight, a highly decorated pitching coach, to lead its staff and develop the next generation of MLB talent.
Kaydan Whiteside, a dual‑threat athlete from Asheville High, receives his first SEC scholarship from the Georgia Bulldogs, joining a list of notable collegiate programs.
Illinois announces Katin Houser as its 2026 starting quarterback, highlighting his Big Ten experience, 3,000‑yard 2025 season, and the challenges posed by a reshaped offensive line and defensive scheme.
The Tar Heels, led by coach Scott Forbes, aim to extend their winning streak against the Southern California Trojans and secure a spot in the College World Series.
The Tar Heels are one win away from securing home‑field advantage for the Chapel Hill Super Regional for the third straight year, setting up a high‑stakes matchup against East Carolina.
North Carolina overcame an early three‑run deficit to defeat East Carolina 7‑5 in Chapel Hill, highlighted by Ryan Lynch’s seven‑scoreless‑inning outing and a clutch performance from the lineup.
Ryan Lynch tossed seven scoreless innings, fanning five batters and reaching a career‑high 108 pitches, as North Carolina opened the Chapel Hill Regional with an 8‑0 win over VCU.
Duke football is hosting a wave of highly rated recruits this weekend, seeking to reinforce a roster reshaped after a wave of departures and to sustain its 2025 ACC title chase.
The East Carolina Pirates and Tennessee Vols battled through extra innings, with a squeeze play and a home run swinging the lead before a decisive finish.
A preview of the standout batters from Tennessee, VCU and East Carolina who will headline the upcoming Chapel Hill Regional baseball tournament.
Tennessee will face NC State at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, featuring former Tennessee assistant Justin Gainey now leading the Wolfpack. The game is part of a double‑header and a larger schedule that includes Michigan State, Purdue and the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.
The East Carolina Pirates will meet the Tennessee Volunteers on May 29 at noon in Chapel Hill, with a broadcast on ESPNU and streaming options.
A look at the top hitters, pitchers, and storylines heading into the first round of the 2026 NCAA baseball tournament.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament opens on May 29 with 64 teams, spotlighting North Carolina, Tennessee, East Carolina and VCU as teams with championship aspirations.
The Tar Heels open their 38th NCAA Tournament at home, facing ACC rivals as freshman Caden Glauber leads a defense that tops the conference.
The Tar Heels enter the tournament as a top seed, boasting a strong pitching rotation and a versatile offense.
The Tennessee Volunteers prepare to face the East Carolina Pirates, with captain Reese Chapman back in the lineup and a potential clash with VCU or North Carolina on the horizon.