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From a marathon walk‑off victory to classroom accolades, the 2026 Eastern Michigan University baseball team combined on‑field grit with scholarly distinction, concluding a season that will linger in the program’s history.
A battle over expanding the playoff from 12 to 24 teams pits the SEC against the Big Ten and other conferences, raising questions about tradition, economics, and the sport’s evolving landscape.
Ohio State enters 2026 as a 49.5‑point favorite against Ball State, marking the first meeting between the programs and the seventh MAC opponent under head coach Ryan Day. Defensive standouts Kenyatta Jackson and Jermaine Mathews appear on the Lott IMPACT Trophy watch list, while the game’s betting landscape features DraftKings and the Dallas Cowboys’ recent trophy winner.
Pitchers Nathan Leininger and Michael Fliss, along with infielder Troy Sudbrook, were recognized on the MAC All‑Tournament Team after guiding Toledo to the championship game and securing a 32‑29 record for the second consecutive 30‑win season.
The Toledo baseball team clinched a 5-2 victory over Kent State, advancing to the Mid-American Conference championship game and setting up a rematch with Northern Illinois.
Toledo's pitching staff and offensive firepower combined for a 5-2 win over Kent State, securing a spot in the MAC Baseball Championship.
The University of South Carolina and the University of North Carolina have called off their 2028 and 2029 home‑and‑home meetings, ending a rivalry that dates back to 1903 and prompting a wave of emotional reactions from fans across the Southeast.
The Mid-American Conference moved Game 9 of the 2026 MAC Baseball Championship to 11 a.m. ET on May 23 due to expected bad weather, keeping the tournament on ESPN+ and updating fans via social media and the conference website.
Tanner Mally’s record‑setting performance caps a 27‑25 campaign for Western Michigan as the Broncos fall 6‑1 to Kent State in the Mid‑American Conference Tournament.
Bowling Green State University will travel to Columbia in 2028 for a landmark non‑conference game against the University of South Carolina, marking a new chapter in both programs' scheduling strategies.
The Toledo baseball team posted an 8‑0 win over Kent State, highlighted by Michael Fliss's seven‑inning shutout and a potent offensive display that now puts them one step from the MAC title.
The Toledo baseball team posted an 8‑0 victory over Kent State, highlighted by multi‑hit performances, a shutout by Michael Fliss, and a clean sheet from Ryan Hughes. Head Coach Rob Reinstetle praised the squad’s focus as they prepare for a streamed showdown with Northern Illinois.
Ball State announced its 2026 women's soccer schedule, featuring 11 Mid‑American Conference contests and seven non‑conference games, highlighted by an opening exhibition against Indiana State and a home matchup with IU Indy on Aug. 12. The Cardinals, coming off a strong 2025 campaign, will battle a varied slate of opponents before the MAC Tournament at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.
The Cardinals have released their full 2026 regular‑season calendar, blending a demanding MAC slate with a seven‑game non‑conference stretch that begins with an exhibition against Indiana State and a home opener against IU Indy on August 12.
The Mid-American Conference revealed its 2026 baseball specialty award winners, spotlighting the Miami RedHawks' historic season and standout individual performances.
The Mid-American Conference announced its 2026 baseball postseason awards, highlighting Kent State’s ten honorees, including Co‑Defensive Player of the Year Micah Rienstra‑Kiracofe and First‑Team All‑MAC pitcher Brody Williams.
The University of Toledo’s baseball team swept the Mid-American Conference’s major pitching honors, with Nathan Leininger named Pitcher of the Year and Hayden Frey taking Freshman Pitcher of the Year, while the squad prepares for a May 20 showdown with Ball State.
Northern Illinois University’s baseball squad boasts a historic haul of All-MAC recognitions, highlighting a dramatic turnaround that positions the team for a deep run in the upcoming conference tournament
Brody Chrisman and Blake Bowen were highlighted on the All-MAC teams, with Chrisman setting new single-season marks for hits, home runs and RBI, while Bowen established a walk record and earned defensive accolades.
The Mid-American Conference revealed its 2026 baseball All-MAC selections and specialty award winners, highlighting standout performances from Miami, Toledo and other league programs as the tournament kicks off in Ohio.
The University of Minnesota’s men’s basketball program is reshaping its roster as five scholarship players announce new homes across the country, each carrying distinct implications for the upcoming season.
The No. 5 seeded Western Michigan baseball team begins its 2026 Mid‑American Conference Tournament run against No. 4 seed Northern Illinois, looking to build on a historic series advantage and a recent sweep.
The fifth‑seeded Broncos will begin their 2026 Mid‑American Conference Tournament campaign against fourth‑seeded Northern Illinois, looking to build on a recent series sweep and defend their 2024 championship.
The Cardinals enter the Mid-American Conference Tournament on a four‑game winning streak, facing a Rockets team that leads the league in key offensive categories.