Southern Miss Secures Sun Belt Crown, Eyes NCAA Tournament Spot
Southern Miss clinched its third Sun Belt Tournament title in four years with an 11-7 victory over Louisiana, earning an NCAA Tournament berth and a chance at a top‑eight seed.
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Southern Miss clinched its third Sun Belt Tournament title in four years with an 11-7 victory over Louisiana, earning an NCAA Tournament berth and a chance at a top‑eight seed.

The Lancers defeated USC Upstate 4-1, completing a tournament sweep and setting up a Sunday showdown broadcast on ESPN+.
The Ragin' Cajuns have secured a spot in the Sun Belt Conference Championship after beating Texas State twice, setting up a showdown with Southern Mississippi. Coach Matt Deggs emphasizes passion and belief, while the bullpen remains a concern. The championship game will be streamed live on ESPN+ from Dabos Field in Montgomery, Alabama, under a cloudy sky with a chance of thunderstorms and a high near 78 degrees.

In a dominant performance at the ACC Tournament, Georgia Tech erupted for 13 runs, highlighted by Drew Burress' 58th career home run, as the team eyes a No. 1 overall seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Despite a 7-0 defeat that ended their Big West run, the Gauchos' strong RPI and 38-18 record keep them in contention for an NCAA Tournament at-large bid, with the selection show set for May 25 on ESPN2.
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Missouri State lost 7‑5 to Liberty after a rain‑delayed semifinal spanned two days, with the Bears' season finale awaiting the NCAA selection show.

During spring practices, UNLV’s newest defensive back impressed head coach Rich Rodriguez with record‑setting speed and vertical metrics, earning a guaranteed starting position and positioning himself as the program’s biggest riser for the upcoming season.

The upcoming matchup pits a revitalized USC attack against an Ohio State team reshaped by extensive defensive departures and new coaching appointments.

The upcoming showdown marks the first meeting between USC and Ohio State as conference rivals, with both teams undergoing significant changes on opposite sides of the ball.

Less than three months remain before the 2026 college football season, and Luke Fickell faces mounting pressure to deliver wins amid administrative upheaval.
The ACC Baseball Championship will pit the North Carolina Tar Heels against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in a highly anticipated final on Sunday, May 24 at 12 p.m., broadcast on ESPN2 and streamed via WatchESPN.

During Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, ESPN analysts referred to Taylor Swift as "Travis Kelce’s fiancée" instead of using her name, prompting a wave of criticism from fans who expect the global superstar to be acknowledged by name.

The Mountaineers were held scoreless after loading the bases twice, while Kansas rolled past them with a flurry of hits and home runs.

A look at the pros and cons of expanding the College Football Playoff from 12 to 24 teams, weighing access and revenue against tradition and player welfare.

Top-seeded St. John's will meet fourth-seeded Creighton in the championship game of the 2026 BIG EAST Baseball Championship at Prasco Park, a contest that will decide the conference title and a automatic NCAA Tournament spot.

Colt Lumpris, a four-star tight end from Illinois, flips his commitment from Alabama to Michigan, adding a high-ceiling playmaker to a class already rich with top-ranked talent.
Kansas rising stars Davion Adkins and Taylen Kinney are among the 19 finalists vying for a spot on the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s Under‑18 National Team, set to compete in Mexico.

San Francisco survived a late rally to beat Saint Mary's 9-8, forcing a decisive game in the West Coast Conference tournament.

Michigan's 2026 class is shaping up with 14 pledges, highlighted by safety Tavares Harrington and a looming decision on Alabama commit Colt Lumpris, whose athleticism and upside have scouts buzzing.

Inclement weather forces the Big South Baseball Championship to move to Gardner‑Webb University in North Carolina. Saturday’s matchups and Sunday’s championship will be streamed on ESPN+, while admission remains free.

ESPN analyst Bill Connelly highlights three pivotal games on Ohio State's demanding 2026 football schedule, underscoring the team's brand strength and the excitement surrounding key rivalries.

The Gators' rapid rise reflects a strategic push to secure top prospects across the country, highlighted by five‑star lineman Maxwell Hiller and defensive back Aamaury Fountain.
Louisiana’s offense erupts in the eighth, with Colt Brown, Donovan LaSalle and Parker Smith delivering key performances, while the team prepares for a second showdown against Texas State.