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The 2026 Jersey Shore Basketball League (JSBL) season is underway at Manasquan High School, featuring eight teams, free admission, and a new franchise owned by Rich Gardella and coached by Steve Porter. Notable players and alumni highlight a schedule that culminates in an August 6 championship game.
Nicholls State University has named Darion Brown as its new head coach, bringing a winning track record and deep personal ties to Louisiana back to the program.
Darion Brown has been appointed head coach of the Nicholls State University men’s basketball program, bringing a winning pedigree and deep university ties after stints at Texas A&M–Texarkana and Jacksonville University.
Seven local high school boys basketball teams will have new coaches this upcoming season, each emphasizing culture, fundamentals and discipline to build a strong foundation for the upcoming year.
A look at the 25 most influential boys basketball players from Southwest Florida over the past 25 years, their high school feats, college journeys, and overseas careers.
Jacksonville University announced the hiring of Monterika Warren, a decorated former player and coach, to lead recruiting and assist the program’s continued rise after a historic ASUN Tournament victory.
Temple University announced the hiring of Sharay Hall as an assistant coach for its women's basketball program, highlighting her extensive coaching background and local ties.
Head coach Diane Richardson announces the addition of Sharay Hall, a seasoned assistant coach whose extensive experience and deep Philadelphia roots promise to elevate the Owls' program.
After two decades at the helm of Santa Fe College’s baseball program, veteran coach Johnny Wiggs is stepping down, reflecting on 626 wins, two Junior College World Series runs, and the players he helped reach the majors.
Jacksonville University basketball forward Jaylen Jordon commits to the University of Florida, following a path pioneered by Ade Aruna and echoed by NFL legends like Tony Gonzalez.
Florida adds Jacksonville University forward Jaylen Jordon to its 2026 roster, continuing a pattern set by coach Jon Sumrall with Ade Aruna. The move highlights the pros and cons of basketball players transitioning to football, echoing the careers of Tony Gonzalez, Antonio Gates and Jimmy Graham.
The Gators have added Jacksonville University’s 6‑foot‑7, 230‑pound athlete Jaylen Jordon to their 2026 roster, hoping his basketball background will translate into a new tight end role.
The University announced its full slate of matches for the upcoming season, highlighting rivalry games, a first‑ever meeting with West Florida and a season‑ending showdown with Florida Gulf Coast.
Two of the region's top football prospects have announced their college choices, and a series of awards and commitments across multiple sports highlight the vibrant athletic landscape of Northeast Florida.
Under Jon Sumrall, the University of Florida has crafted a high‑value squad by keeping key players and building a cohesive culture, a strategy that nearly slipped away due to prior commitments.
The University of North Alabama’s baseball team delivered a decisive 5‑0 win, highlighted by strong pitching from Justus Agosto and Gavin Oswald and a timely offense that avenged earlier losses.
A rain‑interrupted contest in DeLand saw the University of North Alabama baseball team outclass Jacksonville University 5‑0, sealing a decisive victory and sending the Dolphins packing.
The University of North Alabama Lions secured their first shutout of the season with a 5‑0 win over Jacksonville, a result that not only avenges past losses but also highlights emerging records and a deep roster ahead of a double‑elimination clash with North Florida.
Manhattan College announced the addition of senior guard Josiah Sabino, a 6‑5 defender with a strong rebounding record and a 90.9% free‑throw rate, to its 2026‑27 roster.
With the 2026 NBA Draft approaching, the Golden State Warriors host Robert McCray V and other prospects for a pre‑draft workout, exploring a late‑second‑round fit after his breakout season at Florida State.
The Governors, seeded seventh, open the 2026 Atlantic Sun Conference Baseball Championship against Jacksonville, with a pitching rotation led by Cody Airington, DJ Merriweather and Ryker Walton, while head coach Roland Fanning nears a historic win milestone.
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.
A tight 2-1 loss saw the Eagles limited to three hits, but Jon Embury’s milestone RBI and a late run by Roger Vergara defined the game as FGCU prepares for the ASUN Tournament as the No. 3 seed.
The university will commission a bronze sculpture by master artist Brian Hanlon, funded by the Nimnicht family, to commemorate the Hall of Fame player’s contributions as a student‑athlete and ambassador.