
Vikings Aim to Extend Unbeaten Streak Against Canisius
The Cleveland State Vikings travel to Buffalo to face Canisius, looking to build on an eight‑game unbeaten run and a strong start under Coach Sinisa Ubiparipovic.
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The Cleveland State Vikings travel to Buffalo to face Canisius, looking to build on an eight‑game unbeaten run and a strong start under Coach Sinisa Ubiparipovic.

The Vikings begin their 2026 campaign against Mercyhurst, looking to build on a recent Horizon League championship and a strong home record.

The Missouri Tigers women's soccer team will host Northern Illinois at the newly renovated Audrey J. Walton Stadium on August 27, seeking to break a two‑game losing streak and build on a strong defensive start.

The Golden Grizzlies will host UIC on August 27 in a doubleheader, aiming to rebound from a 5-0 loss and capitalize on recent defensive improvements

The Jaguars host Lindenwood on August 24 in their 2026 home opener, looking to rebound from a narrow loss to Louisville and integrate a wave of new talent under first‑year coach Keegan Boom.

Cortez Garland, celebrated for leading Trine University to the 2024 NCAA Division III national title, has accepted an assistant coaching role at Ferris State University. His extensive playing background and mentorship experience are expected to reinforce the program’s tradition of excellence.

Cleveland State opens its 2026 women's soccer campaign at home against Duquesne, looking to rebound from a tough road trip while Duquesne seeks its first win.

The No. 16 Tennessee Lady Vols face Milwaukee in a Thursday night match, marking their third game of the 2026 season after two straight wins. Key players are shining, the defense is tight, and Milwaukee brings a storied program to the field.

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison men's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign at home, marking 50 years of varsity play while introducing a refreshed lineup and leadership.

The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons captured fourth place in the Horizon League preseason poll with 89 points, setting the stage for a campaign that could surpass their 2025 runner‑up finish.

The Hoosiers dominated both ends of the field, posting a 3-1 win that highlights their defensive intensity and offensive depth.

The Eastern Kentucky University women's soccer team hosts Cleveland State on August 16, marking the start of a season that promises fresh talent, historic rivalries, and a chance to build on a strong home record.

The Golden Grizzlies travel to face Akron in a pivotal early-season matchup, seeking their second straight victory after a dominant opener.

The Huskies open against Illinois State on August 12, face DePaul and Northern Iowa in the coming days, and enter their first year in the Horizon League, where they are projected to finish seventh behind a dominant Milwaukee program.

The 2026 women’s soccer season in Pittsburgh is marked by new NCAA regulations, emerging coaches, and expanded media coverage that together signal a pivotal year for the region’s sport.

The Penguins enter their 31st season with high hopes, anchored by standout forwards Sara Felder and Kamryn Rosa, while welcoming 16 new players and a demanding non‑conference schedule.

Northern Illinois University's football program has left the Mid-American Conference for the Mountain West, seeking new competition and TV revenue while navigating a historic legacy and a changing coaching landscape.

The Northern Illinois University men's soccer team has released its 2026 schedule, marking the program's first season in the Horizon League with a blend of exhibition matches, conference showdowns and a final home game against the defending champions.

The Golden Grizzlies will open the 2026 season with exhibition matches before launching their Horizon League schedule on August 13 at Mercyhurst, highlighted by a rematch with Milwaukee and a late‑season rivalry showdown against Detroit Mercy.
Eastern Kentucky University's move to the United Athletic Conference reshapes conference affiliations, potentially allowing Kentucky's eight Division I programs to qualify for March Madness in a historic shift.

Rod Benson analyzes the new guard's impressive 2025-26 stats and what his arrival means for the Golden Bears.

Youngstown State’s men’s tennis and Green Bay’s women’s basketball captured the 2025‑26 Horizon League Raise Your Sights Awards, showcasing the conference’s commitment to scholarly excellence across ten sports.

The Horizon League announced its Raise Your Sights award winners on June 16, recognizing the top academic male and female teams based on combined GPA. IU Indianapolis' men's tennis and women's soccer programs led the conference with GPAs of 3.72 and 3.70 respectively, while head coach Bren Vasalakis and Angela Berry White guided their squads to the distinction. The league also highlighted additional champions across multiple sports.

The Horizon League recognized Purdue Fort Wayne's men's golf and women's soccer squads for top academic performance, celebrating record GPAs and historic achievements.