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Gardner-Webb University has placed head coach Kris McCullough on administrative leave following off-field allegations, appointing special teams coordinator Pete Bennett as interim leader while the team readies for its upcoming matchup against Wofford.
The Gorillas opened their 2026 campaign with a commanding 5‑0 victory over the No. 9 University of Missouri‑St. Louis Tritons, showcasing early‑season firepower and setting the tone for the schedule ahead.
The Gorillas will open the 2026 season on August 27 against Missouri–St. Louis, aiming to build on last year's MIAA title and national tournament run.
The Gorillas will host the preseason ninth‑ranked Tritons on Aug. 27 and East Central on Aug. 30, aiming to build on last year’s conference triumph.
The Bisons enter 2026 as the clear front-runners, boasting a 15‑1 record, 11 first‑place votes and a revamped roster anchored by senior running back Andrew Miller.
Abilene Christian University announced eight players who made the United Athletic Conference preseason all‑team, highlighting returning stars and key transfers as the program eyes a strong 2026 campaign.
Sam Kearns, a former assistant coach at East Central University and graduate assistant at Texas A&M–Corpus Christi, will oversee player development for the Shockers beginning in the 2026‑27 campaign
Wichita State announces the hiring of Sam Kearns, a veteran player development specialist, to lead the program’s growth initiatives for the 2026‑27 season.
Wichita State adds former 7‑foot‑5 player Connor Vanover to its coaching staff, offering a unique height advantage for developing center Will Berg.