
Eastern Michigan Soccer Poised for Seventh MAC Finish in 2026
Eastern Michigan’s soccer program is projected to finish seventh in the 2026 Mid‑American Conference standings, opening the season against Duquesne at Scicluna Field.
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Eastern Michigan’s soccer program is projected to finish seventh in the 2026 Mid‑American Conference standings, opening the season against Duquesne at Scicluna Field.

The Mid-American Conference’s latest preseason poll places Miami University among the top contenders for the 2026 women's soccer season, highlighting a strong outlook for the RedHawks as they prepare to face Xavier.

Ron Snodgrass, a 26‑year veteran of Division I college football officiating, was appointed national coordinator of officials on September 1, succeeding Steve Shaw. With a doctorate in educational leadership and a career spanning over four decades, he aims to improve consistency and management across the sport.

Bellarmine University’s field hockey team will open its 2026 season with a pair of neutral‑site contests in Ohio before embarking on cross‑country road trips that span California, North Carolina, Virginia and Michigan. The 18‑game schedule features nine matches within the Mid‑American Conference and a mix of home and away fixtures, highlighted by a Pink Game against Miami (OH) and a final showdown with Saint Louis.

Appalachian State athletics director Doug Gillin has been appointed to the College Football Playoff Selection Committee, succeeding Dr. Bryan Maggard, as the CFP prepares for its 2027 championship in Las Vegas.

Bowling Green State University’s women’s soccer program enters the 2026 campaign with high hopes after a 2025 season that delivered a 10‑3‑9 record, a MAC Championship game appearance, and the conference’s stingiest defense.

Central Michigan Athletics revealed its 2026 home football game themes, ticket offers and community events, highlighting promotions for families, teachers, veterans and alumni throughout the season.

Joe Novak, the winningest coach in Northern Illinois University history, passed away on July 28 at 81. His career spanned decades, delivering MAC titles, national attention and a lasting legacy for the Huskies.

Ball State University announced that its president, Geoffrey S. Mearns, has been selected to serve on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers, the body that steers the national championship’s business, budgetary and policy decisions.

Ball State University announced that President Geoffrey S. Mearns will serve on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers, representing the Mid-American Conference. His appointment follows a distinguished career in higher education leadership and NCAA service.

Former Northern Illinois University coach Joe Novak passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy of growth and achievement for the Huskies program.

The Eagles enter their 31st season under Taylor Clarke, adding key transfers and freshmen while targeting a MAC breakthrough.
The University of Tennessee announced its 2028 football schedule, adding a non‑conference game against Central Michigan at Neyland Stadium and a neutral‑site contest with West Virginia in Charlotte. The moves highlight the Volunteers' expanding footprint and include a $1.3 million guarantee to the Chippewas.

Left‑hander Max Vaisvila, a standout from Northern Illinois University, has signed a free‑agent contract with the New York Yankees after a season that saw him dominate the Mid‑American Conference and earn national recognition.

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.
Michigan will open its 2026‑27 nonconference schedule by hosting Toledo on Dec. 30, 2026, reviving a series that has seen the Wolverines dominate in recent years.

A record number of Eastern Michigan baseball athletes have been recognized on the 2026 Academic All‑MAC Team, highlighting the program’s dual excellence on the field and in the classroom.

The Mid-American Conference will stream its 2026 Football Kickoff Media Day on July 22 from Detroit’s Ford Field, showcasing head coaches, student‑athletes and interactive fan engagement.
From a small Ontario town to the Canadian Football League and back to the sidelines, Jim Corrigall’s life was defined by defensive mastery, mentorship, and resilience in the face of a hidden brain injury.

Jim Corrigall, a Hall of Fame defensive standout for Kent State and the Toronto Argonauts, passed away at 80. His legacy spans college gridiron glory, a distinguished CFL tenure, and a later coaching chapter marked by community love.

The Mid‑American Conference kicked off its 2026 season in Detroit, Michigan, showcasing new leadership, a wave of player transfers and the addition of Sacramento State, while veteran voices like DJ Walker aim to shape team chemistry.

Dave Keilitz, a cornerstone of Central Michigan University baseball for more than five decades, died peacefully in North Carolina surrounded by family. His contributions as a player, coach, administrator, and mentor continue to shape the sport and the university community.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University released its 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule, highlighting a home opener against Wingate, a Thanksgiving tournament, and the start of CAA play against Hampton.

The Mid-American Conference will open its 2026 football campaign on July 22 at Ford Field in Detroit, featuring UMass head coach Joe Harasymiak, quarterback William "Pop" Watson III, linebacker Tyler Martin, and a slate of promotional home games.