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Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA champion and longtime ESPN analyst, has taken on a historic role at Jackson State University, becoming the school’s first ever men’s basketball general manager.
The opening game of the College World Series has been moved to Saturday afternoon due to expected bad weather, with Cord Rager slated to start and the game airing on ESPN and ESPN+. The Sooners, riding a 9‑1 tournament record, will meet North Carolina at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska, while radio play‑by‑play comes from Toby Rowland on The Ref.
Jackson State announced that ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins will serve as men's basketball general manager, continuing his broadcasting role while aiming to elevate the program's recruiting profile.
Jackson State University has appointed former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins as general manager of its men's basketball program, marking the latest high‑profile move by an HBCU to enlist a professional star in its athletic leadership.
Kendrick Perkins, the former NBA big man turned ESPN analyst, has been appointed general manager of Jackson State’s basketball program while remaining on ESPN’s NBA coverage. His appointment, announced on Juneteenth, underscores a strategic push to elevate the Tigers’ recruiting and overall competitiveness.
Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and 2008 champion, joins Jackson State as general manager to support first‑year coach Trey Johnson and bring his broadcasting expertise from ESPN to the university's program.
The new role blends Perkins’ championship pedigree with a commitment to student development and player branding at Jackson State.
Two of Mississippi's most celebrated baseball figures, Jeff Brantley and Dave Clark, have been selected for the College Baseball Hall of Fame's 2026 class, with their induction ceremony scheduled for February 2027 in Overland Park, Kansas.
Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins is set to step into a front‑office role unlike any he has held before, aiming to elevate Jackson State men’s basketball under new leadership.
After a season of early conversations and AAU exposure in Memphis, LJ Smith has chosen to join Ohio State a year ahead of schedule, a move that could reshape the team's lineup and bolster its championship aspirations.
A look at the five freshmen who are drawing early praise and are slated for significant roles in the upcoming season.
Texas Tech is leveraging elite recruiting classes and strategic transfers to bolster both its football and basketball programs, navigating departures and NFL draft declarations while aiming for sustained competitiveness.
With a top‑two preseason ranking, the Ducks aim to translate early momentum into a national title.
Auburn’s Jeremiah Cobb enters his senior season aiming to surpass 1,000 rushing yards, facing a new coaching staff and a crowded backfield.
Recent volatility in the Baylor Bears' performance has put head coach Dave Aranda under intense scrutiny as the 2025 season approaches.
With key playmakers departed via the draft, the Trojans must rely on inexperienced corners as Oregon brings a nationally acclaimed receiving group to the fore.
A prayer from an 11‑year‑old fan set the stage for a Tar Heels star’s standout game, a trophy‑touch moment, and a family’s journey to the final series.
From a basketball‑court Easter egg in Diadema to a surprise appearance by golfer Justin Rose, Chelsea’s new brand chief is turning fan engagement into a cultural conversation.
A late-season hamstring strain sidelined Luka Dončić for eight weeks, influencing the Lakers’ playoff trajectory and prompting a focused recovery strategy.
Luka Dončić missed eight weeks due to a severe hamstring strain, was cleared on May 28, and will focus on recovery before the next season.
Major League Baseball has unveiled a sweeping redesign of its amateur draft that would slash the number of selections, halve the signing‑bonus pool and bar high‑school prospects, while the players' union digs in its heels as the collective bargaining agreement nears expiration.
Major League Baseball outlines a radical redesign of its draft system, cutting rounds, tightening bonus limits and introducing an international component.
Owners' plan to limit high school and international players, trim the draft to twelve rounds, and cut the signing bonus pool has sparked union resistance and debate over the sport's future.
U.S. soccer star Claire Hutton headlined a community event at Cardona’s, where a limited‑edition sandwich named after her debuted, while she highlighted youth engagement, equipment donations and the growing momentum of women’s soccer.