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Michigan State

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Gavin McKenna Makes History as First Overall Pick in 2026 NHL Draft

Gavin McKenna, a freshman at Penn State, was selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2026 NHL draft, becoming the sixth NCAA player ever to achieve the honor and the third in the past five years. His record‑breaking performance has reignited discussions about the caliber of college talent entering the league.

Jun 26, 2026

Pat Kelsey on Louisville’s Summer Workouts

At a June 22 news conference, Pat Kelsey outlined the Cardinals’ summer progress, highlighted injury recoveries, and praised the fearless contributions of freshmen Isaac Ellis and Boyuan Zhang while noting Mikel Brown Jr.’s looming NBA prospects.

Jun 22, 2026

UCLA Basketball Braces for a Make-or-Break Season

After a disappointing season that left UCLA outside the Top 25, Coach Mick Cronin and junior guard Trent Perry must lead a reshaped roster to avoid missing the tournament and secure Cronin's future.

Jun 22, 2026

UCLA Bruins Aim for Elite Eight Under Coach Mick Cronin’s Revamped Roster

UCLA’s basketball program is entering a pivotal season as head coach Mick Cronin begins his eighth year at the helm, a tenure marked by both promise and frustration. A year ago the Bruins entered the campaign as a preseason top‑12 squad but ultimately slipped to an unranked 24‑12 record, leaving fans eager for redemption. The only major contributor returning from that roster is guard Trent Perry, who posted 13 points per game last season while shooting 43 percent from the field, and his role is expected to expand. Cronin has bolstered the squad with several high‑profile transfers, among them Jaylen Petty and Filip Jovic, while guard Donovan Dent struggled to meet expectations after his own move to Westwood. The Big Ten remains the most competitive conference in college basketball, with traditional powerhouses such as Michigan, Illinois, Michigan State, Purdue and Wisconsin all vying for the national title. If the new arrivals click, the Bruins’ best‑case scenario could see them advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament, a goal that has eluded them in recent years.

Jun 21, 2026

LSU Secures First High School Commitment in New Era Under Will Wade

LSU’s men’s basketball program has landed its first high‑school recruit since Will Wade assumed the head‑coaching position, confirming a verbal commitment from Jordan Bender, a 6‑foot‑8 forward from St. Petersburg, Florida. The commitment is part of a broader ten‑player class that includes transfers, international players and a former G‑League forward, while also raising the profile of prospects such as RJ Luis and Ahmad Hudson.

Jun 18, 2026