
UConn Adds Pegues and McClelland to Coaching Staff for 2026‑27
UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.
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UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.

Alabama opens against East Carolina, navigates a demanding SEC stretch, and aims to limit losses before a strong finish that could secure a national postseason spot.

The Spartans secure a versatile edge rusher whose rankings and physical tools add depth to their future defense.

After a five‑year stint that turned East Carolina into an AAC ERA powerhouse, Austin Knight joins the University of Tennessee baseball staff, succeeding Josh Reynolds and aiming to elevate the Volunteers' pitching staff.
Tennessee baseball announced the appointment of Austin Knight as its new pitching coach, filling the vacancy left by Josh Reynolds after a two‑year stint that ended without a formal contract.

After a single‑season ERA slump, the University of Tennessee appoints Austin Knight as its new pitching coach, hoping his proven track record will restore competitiveness to the program.

After five successful seasons at East Carolina, where he guided pitchers to top‑tier ERA rankings and multiple MLB draft selections, Austin Knight has been appointed pitching coach for the University of Tennessee. His arrival follows the departure of Josh Reynolds and sets the stage for a promising rotation headed into the 2027 season.

The Eagles have signed undrafted defensive tackle Zion Wilson, a player who transitioned from offensive line to defensive tackle and posted 42 tackles and seven sacks in his final college season. His path to the 53‑man roster remains uncertain, but a practice‑squad spot could be a stepping stone.

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed undrafted rookie defensive tackle Zion Wilson, a player whose college journey spanned East Carolina and the University of Virginia, as he fights for a spot on the team’s 53‑man roster.

Virginia’s defense enters 2026 with a blend of proven starters and promising newcomers, aiming to build on a breakthrough 2025 campaign while navigating injuries and positional battles.

SLAM Magazine’s latest feature spotlights incoming Duke freshman Deron Rippey Jr., whose family ties to ECU and a supportive upbringing underscore his readiness for college hoops.

The Tar Heels open a best‑of‑three series against the USC Trojans on Friday, hoping a blend of dominant pitching, timely hitting and a resurgence from ace Jason DeCaro will propel them to the College World Series.

Four years after a life‑changing boating accident, ECU baseball standout Parker Byrd bids farewell, thanking teammates, coaches, family and his girlfriend, while reflecting on his groundbreaking return to the diamond.

USC secured a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, with Augie Lopez delivering five RBIs, and now prepares for a best‑of‑three series against the Tar Heels.
Rutgers’ 2027 class reaches 13 commitments, emphasizing developmental talent over the transfer portal.

The Tar Heels clinched a third straight Super Regional appearance after a 9-3 win over ECU, highlighted by strong pitching from Jackson Rose and timely hitting from the lineup.
East Carolina’s 10‑0 victory over VCU on May 31 propels the team into a winner‑take‑all series against No. 5 UNC, a squad that has dominated the season series.

The North Carolina Tar Heels improved to 2-0 in the Chapel Hill Regional with a 7-5 win over East Carolina, setting up a key game against the VCU-ECU winner.

North Carolina will face the winner of East Carolina and VCU in the Chapel Hill Regional final on Sunday, a game that could send the Tar Heels to the super regional for the third consecutive year.
The East Carolina Pirates will face the Virginia Commonwealth Rams on Sunday, May 31, at noon at Boshamer Stadium in Chapel Hill, with a berth against the University of North Carolina on the line.

Rutgers lands a top Virginia offensive line prospect, Aaron Southard, completing a recruiting push that underscores the program’s growing momentum.

The Tar Heels improved to 2-0 in the Chapel Hill Regional with a 7-5 victory, highlighted by Colin Hynek's three-run homer and solid relief work from Caden Glauber and Walker McDuffie.

A three-run fourth-inning blast by Colin Hynek and strong relief work from Caden Glauber and Walker McDuffie powered UNC past East Carolina 7-5, putting the Tar Heels one win away from another Super Regional appearance.

Rutgers Football has secured a commitment from 2027 edge rusher Josiah Sturdivant, a prospect who praised the program’s atmosphere and coach Greg Schiano as decisive factors in his choice.