
Indiana Hoops Projected as No. 7 Seed for 2027 NCAA Tournament
ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi forecasts Indiana as a seventh seed in the expanded 2027 NCAA field, highlighting a revamped roster and renewed optimism.
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ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi forecasts Indiana as a seventh seed in the expanded 2027 NCAA field, highlighting a revamped roster and renewed optimism.
The Hawkeyes have announced a slate that includes games against Creighton, Xavier, Iowa State and a host of Big Ten rivals, with coach Ben McCollum emphasizing strategic scheduling to boost postseason prospects.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley released its 2026 Ohio Valley Conference men's soccer schedule, featuring five home games and a slate of new and familiar opponents, with the season culminating in an automatic NCAA tournament bid.

Mickayla Perdue, a former Horizon League Player of the Year, has transitioned to an assistant role at Eastern Illinois after a wrist injury ended her playing career at Arizona. She will work under head coach Marqus McGlothan, aiming to help the Panthers recover from a disappointing season while sharing the lessons from her own journey.

UTSA announced the addition of transfer guard Preston Turner, a standout from Eastern Illinois and Mineral Area College, who will join the Roadrunners next season, bringing experience and scoring depth.

The University of Minnesota announced kickoff times and TV partners for its upcoming football season, highlighting marquee matchups and streaming options.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have announced kickoff times for five fall contests, spanning early September through late November, with broadcast partners including Peacock, CBS, Big Ten Network and NBC.

The Redhawks lost a close game to Eastern Illinois, with key contributions from Dakota Joggerst and Andrew Ramirez, and will next face Southern Indiana.

The conference celebrated its standout players, pitcher, freshman and coach ahead of the 2026 OVC Baseball Championship.

The university announced the hiring of Paige Schumann, a alumna of Eastern Illinois and Wisconsin‑La Crosse, who brings a master's degree in sport administration and a track record of contributing to a 46‑win season and a WBIT championship game appearance.

The Eagles wrap up their 2026 regular season with a three‑game series against Tennessee Tech, a pivotal stretch that could shape their conference standing and postseason outlook.