Big Ten Dominates 2026 College Football Landscape
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UC Davis Aggies Preview 2026 Men’s Soccer Season with Key Exhibition Matches
The Aggies open their 2026 campaign with exhibition games against Cal and Chico State, showcasing a blend of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers under veteran coach Dwayne Shaffer.
Aug 13, 2026
Lobos Unveil 2026‑27 Schedule, Aim for Mountain West Crown
The University of New Mexico announced the 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, blending early‑season road tests with a milestone home opener. Head coach Eric Olen hopes the slate will translate into a regular‑season title.
Aug 13, 2026
UC Davis Women’s Soccer Secures First Win in Mountain West Debut
The Aggies opened the 2026-27 campaign with a decisive win, highlighted by goals from Jaycee DeFazio and Payton Henry and a shutout by Dina Frenkel.
Aug 13, 2026
UTEP Basketball Rekindles Old Rivalries in Mountain West Opener
UTEP’s men’s basketball team begins its Mountain West schedule with a home clash against New Mexico on Jan. 2, followed by a much‑anticipated showdown with Wyoming on Jan. 5, before hitting the road for its first away game against Air Force on Jan. 9.
Aug 12, 2026
GCU Lopes Unveil Ambitious 32‑Game Nonconference Slate
Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.
Aug 12, 2026
Micah Kaonohi‑Kaihenui Joins 2026 Wuerffel Trophy Watch List
University of Hawaiʻi senior Micah Kaonohi‑Kaihenui is among 113 FBS players selected for the 2026 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List, honoring his community service, academic excellence and special‑teams contributions
Aug 11, 2026
Gauchos Ready to Defend Big West Crown as 2026 Season Kicks Off Against LMU
The UC Santa Barbara women's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on Aug. 12 at Harder Stadium, facing LMU in a match that could set the tone for another title run.
Aug 11, 2026
Boise State Kicks Off 2026 with Record‑Setting Unbeaten Streak
Boise State University will host CSUN on August 12 at the Boas Soccer Complex, marking the start of a season that could rewrite the program’s unbeaten record.
Aug 11, 2026
Utah State Aggies Gear for 2026 Season Opener Against Kansas and Michigan
The Utah State Aggies soccer team opens its 2026 campaign with matches against Kansas and Michigan, showcasing a legacy of success, family‑laden rosters, and a challenging schedule as they transition into the Pac‑12.
Aug 11, 2026
SDSU Secures Fourth Spot in Pac‑12 Women’s Soccer Preseason Poll
San Diego State finishes fourth in the Pac‑12 preseason women's soccer poll, marking its third time outside the top two in the past 17 seasons, while key players earn preseason accolades and the team prepares for a high‑profile opener.
Aug 11, 2026
Colorado College Sweeps Mountain West Scholar-Athlete Honors
The Mountain West Conference announced that a record number of Colorado College women’s soccer athletes have been named 2025-26 Scholar-Athlete Award recipients, recognizing their combined athletic performance and academic achievement.
Aug 10, 2026
Colorado State Rams Open Pac-12 Play with In-State Showdowns
The Rams begin their Pac-12 campaign with home and away games against longtime rivals, aiming to build on recent successes and break new ground under head coach Keeley Hagen.
Aug 10, 2026
Darrion Williams Returns to Texas Tech for 2026‑27 Season
Darrion Williams returns to Texas Tech for a fifth season, bringing Elite Eight experience and All‑Big 12 accolades to a program poised for another deep tournament run.
Aug 7, 2026
Jillian Anderson Earns United Soccer Coaches Midfielder Watch List Honors for 2026
Jillian Anderson, a junior midfielder for Boise State, has been selected for the United Soccer Coaches Midfielder Watch List for the 2026 season, joining a distinguished group of collegiate players highlighted ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Aug 7, 2026
Nevada Wolf Pack Stars Feature in 2026 Mountain West Women’s Soccer Watch List
The Mountain West Conference announced its 2026 women's soccer watch list, highlighting three Nevada players ahead of a season that kicks off with the Blue and Silver Scrimmage on Aug. 9 and a series of home matches streamed on the new MW+ platform.
Aug 6, 2026
Rainbow Wahine Soccer’s Preseason Spotlight Highlights Local Talent
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa women’s soccer squad enters its inaugural Mountain West season with three senior players recognized on the conference’s preseason watch list, setting the stage for a highly anticipated opener against Texas Tech.
Aug 6, 2026
UC Davis Women’s Soccer Trio Earn Mountain West Watch List Honors Ahead of 2026 Season
Three UC Davis Aggies—Ashley Brewer, Savannah Cordero, and Courtney Wagner—are featured on the Mountain West Conference's 2026 women's soccer watch list, highlighting a promising roster as the team prepares for upcoming matches and a preseason ranking.
Aug 5, 2026
GCU Women’s Soccer Poised for Breakout Season in Mountain West
The Lopes aim to climb from sixth to fourth in the Mountain West, driven by standout performances from goalkeeper Emma Knack, forward Ellie Johannes and forward Amanda Adams.
Aug 5, 2026
Air Force Women’s Soccer Tops 2026 Mountain West Preseason Poll
The latest preseason poll places the Air Force Falcons at the summit of the Mountain West women's soccer race, while a handful of rivals jostle for position ahead of the August 12 kickoff.
Aug 5, 2026
UTEP Soccer Embraces Mountain West Challenge with New Coaching Vision
After a 3‑9‑5 season, UTEP’s soccer program steps into the Mountain West Conference, led by Coach Gibbs Keeton and a core of captains Ashlee Mora, Ashlyn Neireiter and Kailie Hudson, ready to rewrite their story.
Aug 5, 2026
Memphis Tigers Set for High‑Profile Non‑Conference Slate in 2026‑27 Season
The University of Memphis basketball program has announced a demanding non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 campaign, featuring a home‑and‑home series with Grand Canyon University, an early‑season clash with Baylor, and a neutral‑site opener against Iowa State in Sioux Falls. The lineup reflects Coach Bryce Drew’s intent to test his squad against top competition as it aims to extend its recent March Madness streak.
Aug 5, 2026
UC Davis Men’s Basketball Brings Back Seven Key Players for Mountain West Debut
After a 19‑14 record and a strong showing in the Big West, the Aggies return a core of experienced athletes led by senior scorer Connor Sevilla and versatile guard Brayden Fagbemi, hoping to translate past success into a competitive Mountain West campaign.
Aug 4, 2026
Doug Gillin Joins College Football Playoff Selection Committee
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.
Aug 4, 2026