
Florida Gators Lock In No. 8 Seed for Home Regional
The Gators earn their first top‑eight seed since 2023, host a regional featuring Rider, Miami and Troy, and look to extend their season toward the College World Series.
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The Gators earn their first top‑eight seed since 2023, host a regional featuring Rider, Miami and Troy, and look to extend their season toward the College World Series.

TCU’s 33‑21 season and strong RPI have left the Frogs perched on the cut line, but a tough Big 12 exit and late‑season missed chances have left their NCAA Tournament hopes hanging by a thread. Selection Monday’s ESPN2 broadcast will decide whether they make the “Last Four In” or fall to the “Last Four Out.”

ESPN's preseason college football rankings for the 2026 season have sparked a heated debate among analysts and fans alike, as five programs find themselves placed higher than many expect.

With 103 days until kickoff, Tennessee fans and experts diverge on what the Volunteers can achieve, from playoff dreams to cautious 8‑4 expectations, while key storylines shape the upcoming campaign.

Massive turnover, a new coaching regime and recruiting setbacks define UCLA's 2026 campaign, setting the tone for a potentially unpredictable Battle of Los Angeles.
The Crimson Tide’s baseball program has locked in a spot in the Tuscaloosa regional for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, a milestone that sets the stage for a high‑stakes postseason run.

Despite a 32-22 record and notable wins, Michigan's recent losses have dropped them into the 'first four out' category, making their NCAA Tournament prospects hang in the balance.
The NCAA will reveal the 2026 baseball tournament bracket at noon ET on Monday, May 25, broadcast on ESPN2 and streamed via the ESPN app and Fubo, setting the stage for regionals, super‑regionals and the final stretch in Omaha, Nebraska.
Florida’s baseball team, riding a 39‑19 season, will learn its NCAA tournament path on Sunday, with a potential Super Regional guaranteed if the Gators earn an eighth seed.

Despite a strong start, the Colorado Avalanche saw their lead slip away as the Vegas Golden Knights surged ahead, with key goals from Mark Stone and Tomas Hertl.

The Vols will learn their regional destination on Monday, with a likely trip to Hattiesburg where they captured a title a year ago, as they aim to extend a historic streak of tournament appearances.
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.
Wallace reflects on Busch's impact, from his first full‑time ride to lessons that still guide him on and off the track.

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.