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VCU and University of Richmond have appointed Chelsea Banbury and Alisa Kresge as head coaches of their women's basketball programs, respectively. Both aim to redefine the Capital City Rivalry through culture, player development, and championship aspirations.
The 2026 All-State Girls Soccer squad, announced by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, celebrates top performers across classifications, featuring repeat first‑team honorees and a deep pool of college recruits.
In a tightly contested matchup, High Point rallied from an early deficit to secure an 8-3 victory over Rowan County, tying the best-of-five series. Key hits from Nick Salas and Cooper Marks, combined with strong pitching, set the stage for a pivotal Game 3 on Friday.
The Atlantic 10 welcomes five fresh coaching faces, each aiming to elevate player development, culture and postseason prospects.
A look at the top high school girls soccer defenders in the region, their shutout records and commitments to collegiate programs
Arkansas will open the season against Texas‑Rio Grande Valley at Bud Walton Arena on Dec. 29, while also locking in high‑profile matchups against Indiana, Michigan State, North Carolina, Arizona and others. New coach Brandon Chambers’ squad is adding portal standouts such as Cooper Bowser and Jeremiah Wilkinson, alongside a class of five‑star freshmen.
The Razorbacks will welcome the Vaqueros to Bud Walton Arena on Dec. 29, kicking off a schedule that includes marquee matchups and international exhibitions.
Georgia’s 13 draftees headline a draft that underscores the difference between being selected and actually turning pro.
The Gatemen will resume a rain‑delayed contest against the Harbor Hawks, featuring standout performances from Bosch, Walton, Lodise and Dubovik as the team eyes a critical playoff push.
The final regular‑season matchup saw Union County break Rowan County’s 21‑game streak with a 2‑1 victory, highlighted by Cole Blevins’ perfect hitting and a clutch fifth‑inning rally.
With the 2028 recruiting cycle officially opening on June 15, Syracuse basketball, led by Gerry McNamara, has extended a scholarship to three‑star wing Enmanuel Valera Melo, who is also drawing attention from Stanford, Northwestern, Florida State and other high‑major programs.
Wareham's surge in the Cape Cod League leads to a crucial matchup against the red-hot Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox, featuring standout players and a live broadcast on Cape League TV.
A dramatic ninth‑inning rally propelled the Bourne Braves to a 6‑5 victory, while multiple teams across the Cape Cod Baseball League secured decisive wins.
The Bourne Braves and Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox are set to meet at Red Wilson Field in Bourne, Massachusetts, after both teams posted notable recent results.
The Bulldogs will travel to Omaha on Dec. 12, 2026 to face the Bluejays in a continuation of a rivalry that has seen Gonzaga dominate the series, while the program prepares for a slate of marquee matchups across the country.
The 2026 All‑State Girls Basketball team, presented by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, showcases 24 players from across North Carolina, recognizing repeat first‑team members, multi‑time selections and their college destinations.
As the 2026 Cape Cod Baseball League season looms, the Cotuit Kettleers are poised to combine veteran leadership with emerging stars under new head coach Rob Cooper, opening their campaign against the Wareham Gatemen with championship aspirations.
A night of power hitting and pitching duels saw High Point dominate Rowan County, with several young players delivering memorable moments.
With 14 of 15 scholarship spots set for the 2026‑27 season, Wisconsin evaluates transfer Victory Onuetu’s defensive impact versus his limited offensive experience, debating whether a bench role might best harness his shot‑blocking strengths.
Iker Martinez, a 19‑year‑old 7‑foot center and McDonald’s All‑American nominee, has pledged to Syracuse for the 2026 season, adding depth to a frontcourt that already includes Luke Wilson, Tasman Goodrick and Abdramane Siby.
From an opening loss to Alabama to a 13‑game winning streak and a top‑20 ranking, the Gators blend offensive firepower with pitching depth, while navigating errors and historic setbacks ahead of the SEC and NCAA tournaments.
The latest rankings spotlight a blend of emerging stars, unprecedented monetary deals, and a narrowing gap between elite and lower‑tier prospects, setting the stage for a competitive season and a shifting NBA draft outlook.
Saint Louis’s daring non‑conference schedule pits the Billikens against elite mid‑major programs, aiming to reshape their NCAA Tournament trajectory and elevate the profile of mid‑major basketball.
Jorge Ruiz, who spent eight-plus seasons at Weber State, is joining High Point as an assistant coach after a distinguished tenure that included roles as video coordinator, director of operations, and assistant general manager, where he worked with Damian Lillard and Kaleb Canales.