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The Aggies open camp on July 30, entering the year with a 25‑practice buildup to their August 29 opener against Portland State and a slate that includes SMU, Montana and other top FCS rivals.
Missouri’s running back corps looks to rebound after a gunshot injury sidelined star Ahmad Hardy, with Coach Eli Drinkwitz confident the star will return stronger.
Washington State’s new women’s soccer coach, Chris Citowicki, shares how his odyssey from Poland to Australia, South Africa and the U.S. shapes a philosophy built on belonging, high‑press play and deep community ties.
The suit, filed by more than 45 athletes from the 2022 recruiting class, includes former Gonzaga standout Ines Bettencourt, who hopes to extend her collegiate career if the court grants an injunction.
Montana State enters the 2026 Big Sky football season as the clear favorite after a dominant 2025 campaign that included a perfect conference record, a 14‑game winning streak and the FCS national championship. The preseason rankings reflect a consensus among coaches and media, setting the stage for a high‑profile kickoff weekend in Spokane.
Montana State leads the Big Sky Conference Preseason Coaches’ and Media Polls for 2026, riding the momentum of a historic championship season and preparing for the upcoming Kickoff Weekend in Spokane.
The Tigers are blending fresh coaching talent, experienced transfers and a deep roster to aim for a strong start in the 2026 college football season.
Projected to finish third in the Big Sky Conference, the UC Davis Aggies are preparing for a season that could deliver a fifth FCS playoff appearance under coach Tim Plough, while Montana State and Montana dominate the preseason conversation.
The 2026 Big Sky football season kicks off on July 25 with media day in Spokane, Washington, setting the stage for a year that promises intense competition, new members, and pivotal out‑of‑conference matchups.
The 2026 FCS season is set to be highly competitive and unpredictable, with North Dakota State's move to the FBS opening the door for new contenders. Teams like South Dakota State, Montana State, and Montana are poised to take the lead, while realignment, coaching changes, and the transfer portal have reshaped rosters. The season promises fresh storylines and potential upsets, with Montana State aiming for a back-to-back championship and new quarterbacks emerging as NFL prospects.
The Bulldogs have locked in a 15‑player roster that blends returning stars, international talent and fresh prospects ahead of the upcoming season.
With Illinois boasting a strong home record but undergoing major personnel changes, Nebraska sees an opportunity to capitalize on vulnerabilities and secure a pivotal win.
The Cowboys are set to field a dramatically expanded squad, blending proven veterans with fresh talent, highlighted by local recruit Jackson Garrett.
Jack Thelen’s verbal commitment signals a strategic push by Wisconsin to fortify its frontcourt, pairing size with the already‑secured guard Jalen Brown, and leaving the door open for a potential fifth‑year star.
Jack Thelen, a 7‑foot‑1 forward from Minnesota, announced his commitment to the University of Wisconsin, bringing a blend of size, shot‑blocking and emerging perimeter shooting to the Badgers’ 2027 class.
Seven‑foot‑1 center Jack Thelen pledged to the Badgers on Tuesday, joining a recruiting class that also features four‑star guard Jalen Brown, as the program bets on his growth alongside a strong Minnesota pipeline.
After back‑to‑back winning seasons, Illinois will field a largely new lineup in 2026, blending transfers, young talent and positional adjustments as they aim to sustain momentum
Fresno State’s 2027 recruiting class has reached 11 pledges, with two new Bay Area standouts — Lamont McDonald and Terrance Murphy — announcing their intentions. Their commitments underscore a strategic focus on the state’s talent pool.
The Big Sky Conference revealed its 2025‑26 men’s basketball all‑conference selections and individual accolades, spotlighting Portland State’s standout performances and the upcoming championship in Boise.
With 100 days until the season opener against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, Missouri confronts uncertainty at key positions while seeking to preserve its competitive edge.
The University of Minnesota Gophers have finalized their roster for the 2026‑27 campaign, yet the hunt for the state’s premier high‑school talent remains intense, with four‑star Baboucarr Ann at the forefront and other standout prospects eyeing commitments.
After a shocking shooting at a Mississippi concert, Ahmad Hardy is back in Columbia, beginning rehab and expressing gratitude, while the Tigers weigh his potential return and plan for the future.
After being shot in Mississippi, Ahmad Hardy returns to Columbia, thanks fans, and faces a uncertain timeline for his return, while the Tigers prepare for possible replacements and new additions.
The Atlantic Coast Conference entered the 2026‑27 offseason as a laboratory for the transfer portal, with four of the league’s seven elite transfer classes originating from within its borders. This analysis maps each team’s biggest gains, most painful losses and the key gaps that remain as the new season approaches.