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The NCAA is moving toward championship status for women's flag football, with more than 100 institutions already competing or planning to field teams, and a vote on the recommendation could come as early as next year.
In their inaugural season, the Shoreham-Wading River girls flag football squad clinched the Long Island Class C title, defeating Cold Spring Harbor 46-7 and earning a berth in the New York State finals.
Boston College defeats Long Island, Northeastern beats Missouri State, while Holy Cross and Yale are eliminated and Endicott moves on in Division III.
The final showcased key plays by Mia Mangano, Shealyn Varbero and Ashley Morello, culminating in a celebratory finish for the winning side.
On May 30, 2026, Half Hollow Hills defeated Herricks in the Class A flag football final at Long Island University, with key performances from players such as Victoria Valdes and Samantha Heyman, while coach Mike Lupa celebrated the victory.
Dalmar Ali’s extensive coaching background spans LIU, Florida State and Tallahassee Community College, where he helped secure NCAA tournament berths and developed Canadian talent. He now brings that experience to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he will coordinate recruiting efforts and remain at the helm of the Somali men’s national team.
Heavy rain forced a pause in the NCAA Regional game, but the Bulldogs now eye a potential clash with Liberty and a later matchup with Boston College.
Georgia’s offense exploded early while Joey Volchko dominated on the mound, but inclement weather forced a pause that will resume Saturday morning.
The Georgia Bulldogs, the No. 3 national seed, opened their NCAA Athens Regional with a commanding performance, highlighted by home runs and strong pitching.
The Flames are set to make their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2022, facing Boston College in the Athens Regional under second‑year coach Bradley LeCroy, with standout pitcher Ben Blair slated to start.
The Shoreham-Wading River girls flag football team defeated Kings Park 34-0 to win the Suffolk County Class C title, highlighted by junior quarterback Shealyn Varbero and senior Mia Mangano.
Boston College’s baseball team has secured a 13th NCAA Tournament berth, aiming to translate a historic regular season into a deep run in Athens, Georgia.
Georgia will host Long Island on Friday at 5:06 p.m. ET in the NCAA Athens Regional, a game broadcast on ESPN+ and the SEC Network. With a strong coaching philosophy and opponents known for aggressive stealing, the Bulldogs hope to break past last year’s early exit and chase a national championship.
The Owls will play 20 regular‑season matches in 2026, highlighted by nine home games and a mix of non‑conference and conference opponents.
Northeastern University’s women’s soccer team adds eight new athletes, each with notable achievements, as they prepare for an August kickoff and a chance to improve on last season’s record.
The Athens Regional of the NCAA baseball tournament will run from May 29 through June 1, featuring the Georgia Bulldogs as the No. 3 national seed and top seed in the regional. With a 14‑15 recent stretch that includes SEC Tournament and regular‑season titles, Georgia looks to advance to a super regional. Coach Wes Johnson highlighted the strengths of Boston College, Liberty and Long Island, while the double‑elimination format adds stakes to every game.
The Bulldogs will open the Athens Regional against Long Island on May 29, entering the tournament with a 14-1 stretch and the No. 3 national seed.
The rise of the Gillion brothers' academy and the Bewley twins' navigation of OTE and NCAA rules highlight a new era in high school basketball.
Dalmar Ali, a seasoned coach with a record of conference titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, has been appointed to the Charlotte Men's Basketball staff, where he will focus on recruiting and player development.
The No. 3 national seed Georgia Bulldogs enter the Athens Regional with a 14‑win streak, facing Liberty, Boston College and Long Island in a double‑elimination bracket.
Arkansas enters the NCAA Tournament as the second seed in the Lawrence Regional, opening against Missouri State with a chance to extend a legacy of postseason success.
The University of Georgia hosts an NCAA Tournament Athens Regional as the No. 1 seed, facing Long Island, Liberty and Boston College, with coach Wes Johnson emphasizing incremental progress after a SEC double‑title run.
In a tightly contested championship game on May 23, 2026, MacArthur edged out Plainedge with a last‑second score, delivering a memorable victory for the Nassau County community.
Herricks clinched the Nassau Class A flag football title after a dramatic final at Long Island University, highlighted by standout plays from Lia Bono and Hannah O'Brien.