Sunnyslope Baseball Coach Dismissed Amid Mystery
Kevin Woods, the varsity baseball coach at Phoenix Sunnyslope, was fired by athletic director Tim Matteson without explanation, prompting community outcry.
May 21, 2026
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Isaiah Shaw Commits to UConn, Adding 3‑Point Firepower
Isaiah Shaw, a 6‑foot‑8 wing who averaged 8.1 points and shot 46.4% from three last season at Northern Arizona, is set to join UConn, where his father’s coaching background and the program’s recent transfer influx add new dimensions.
May 21, 2026
GCU Baseball Stars Earn All-Mountain West Honors
Junior designated hitter Trevor Schmidt and left‑hander Chase Frey received All‑Mountain West accolades after helping Grand Canyon University dominate in its debut MW season.
May 21, 2026
Mountain West and Pac‑12 Coaches’ Salaries Reveal Stark Disparities for 2026‑27
An analysis of 2026‑27 men's basketball head coach salaries shows the Mountain West and Pac‑12 diverge sharply, with the highest earners surpassing $3 million and the lowest barely crossing $1 million, underscoring financial inequities across the two leagues.
May 20, 2026
Mountain West Basketball Transfer Portal: Winners, Losers and Key Moves
The Mountain West Conference has seen a flurry of movement in the transfer portal this offseason, with 81 players from the league electing to explore new destinations. Of those, 47 have already secured transfers, reshaping rosters across the ten‑team circuit.
May 20, 2026
Miami RedHawks Add Ten New Players Ahead of 2026‑27 Campaign
Coach Glenn Box announced the signing of ten newcomers, highlighting their high‑school and college achievements and the impact they are expected to have on the RedHawks' future.
May 18, 2026
Scottsdale Christian Secures Sixth 2A Baseball Crown as Williams Claims Historic 1A Title
Scottsdale Christian extended its championship streak with a 7-3 win over Benson, while Williams captured its first-ever 1A state title, showcasing standout pitching and clutch hitting.
May 18, 2026
Nebraska Softball and Baseball Lead a Flurry of National Sports Highlights
Nebraska’s softball squad clinched a Super Regional berth, while the baseball team secured a top seed, and other marquee events — including a $9 million charity lunch — added to the buzz.
May 18, 2026
GCU Baseball Keeps Postseason Hopes Alive with 12-7 Win Over Nevada
Grand Canyon University’s baseball team edged Nevada 12-7, with key performances from Garrett Ahern, Trevor Schmidt and Mito Perez, putting them on the brink of the Mountain West Championship.
May 16, 2026
GCU’s Mountain West Championship Hopes Hang in the Balance After Nevada Loss
Grand Canyon University fell 13‑9 to Nevada but remains in contention for the Mountain West Championship, needing a perfect finish and help from UNLV and San José State.
May 15, 2026
Chloe Rice Brings Championship Pedigree to Loyola Chicago
Chloe Rice, a standout player turned coach, has accepted a position on the Loyola Chicago staff, bringing a championship pedigree and a deep connection to the sport.
May 14, 2026
GCU Baseball Eyes Mountain West Championship in Reno Finale
Grand Canyon University's baseball team travels to Reno for its final regular‑season series, where two wins could lock a coveted seed and a direct path to the Mountain West Championship.
May 14, 2026
Eagle Valley Baseball Posts Historic 17‑3 Season, Eyes Regionals
The Devils finished the regular season with a 17‑3 record, highlighted by a transformed culture and a double‑header showdown against Pueblo Central.
May 13, 2026
UTRGV Vaqueros Prepare for Southland Conference Opener Against Northwestern State
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, the No. 3 seed, open the Southland Conference Tournament against Northwestern State, looking to build on a season marked by standout performances from Armani Raygoza and Rocco Garza Gongora and unprecedented attendance.
May 13, 2026
Stanford Basketball Secures Versatile Big Man Austin Maurer
The Cardinal announced the addition of 7‑foot Austin Maurer, a 2024 Gatorade Player of the Year, who brings a strong high‑school pedigree and family ties to Oregon.
May 11, 2026