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A dozen current and former college players have sued the NCAA, claiming that its newly adopted "five-for-five" eligibility policy should grant them a fifth year of competition. Former Texas guard Chendall Weaver is among the plaintiffs, and the case seeks a temporary injunction to halt the NCAA's enforcement of the rule.
A look at the 2005 USC vs. Notre Dame game, its dramatic finish, and the lasting impact of the infamous Bush Push.
The NCAA announced that Josh Berlo, vice chancellor for athletics at the University of Denver, will join the Men’s Ice Hockey Oversight Committee, a role that will shape policy and growth of the sport through the 2030 season.
A group of twelve NCAA athletes filed a lawsuit on July 6, challenging new eligibility restrictions that exclude their class and demanding a waiver that would allow them to compete in the 2026‑2027 season while the association covers their legal expenses.
Alabama football enters its third year under head coach Kalen DeBoer after an 11‑4 season, with a new slate of starters, a demanding schedule and a renewed focus on historic award recognition.
An October 25 exhibition against Marquette in Milwaukee marks the first meeting between the programs since the 2023 NCAA Tournament, kicking off a demanding slate that includes games against Connecticut, Arkansas, Tennessee, Gonzaga and Duke.
The Horned Frogs enter their fifth year under head coach Sonny Dykes as they gear up for a high‑stakes game in Fort Worth.
Alabama’s baseball program capped a remarkable year by finishing fourth in the SEC and advancing to the College World Series, driven by star shortstop Justin Lebron and a wave of draft prospects.
The 2026 NCAA Division I college football season begins on August 27, launching a campaign that culminates in a January championship after a series of playoff games.
Despite being slotted tenth in the Big Ten preseason poll, the Minnesota Gophers bring back key talent, added depth, and a respected coach, positioning them to climb the rankings and secure an NCAA Tournament spot.
Missouri will meet Indiana in Bloomington on December 18, 2026, as part of a deliberately tougher schedule engineered by Coach Dennis Gates ahead of the expanded NCAA Tournament.
The NCAA is probing former University of Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby for thousands of impermissible sports wagers, leading to a permanent ban, a lawsuit, and a looming NFL draft decision.
USA Baseball will assume stewardship of the BBCOR standard in 2027, introducing a new certification that keeps performance standards intact while broadening bat drop‑weight options for high school athletes.
The U.S. men's national team's loss to Belgium has ignited a national conversation about the financial barriers and market dynamics shaping youth soccer in America.
The death of Calvin "C.J." Dickey Jr. after a 2024 practice has led to criminal charges against former coach Mark Kulbis, a civil lawsuit against Bucknell, and the creation of a foundation to raise awareness about sickle‑cell trait in athletics.
BYU is courting top international prospects, including Caleb Ourigou and Xu Xin, while navigating the NCAA eligibility of Australian forward David Okwera, a situation that could reshape its roster and recruiting strategy.
The Cougars are juggling reclassification talks, a pending NCAA ruling and a crowded list of prospects as they aim to bolster next season's lineup
Analyst Bruce Feldman examines Kalen DeBoer’s rapid ascent, Alabama’s rising talent, and the Big 12’s new $20 million partnership with Monster Energy, highlighting how coaching narratives and commercial deals are redefining college football.
Al Riveron, a veteran official who helped shape the Atlantic Coast Conference’s officiating program for three decades, has announced his retirement ahead of the 2026 season. The ACC is now launching a national search for his replacement.
The Big 12 Conference has struck a $20 million‑per‑year agreement with Monster Energy, a deal that will see sponsor patches emblazoned on uniforms and on the courts and fields of football, men’s basketball and women’s basketball across the league. Under the arrangement, each of the conference’s 16 member institutions will receive roughly $1 million annually, a modest but meaningful infusion that can be directed toward athletic programs and scholarships. The pact does not preclude schools from pursuing their own jersey‑patch agreements, provided they avoid competing energy‑drink brands, a clause that leaves room for additional commercial partnerships. Arizona has been particularly aggressive on the naming‑rights front, having recently sold the naming rights to Arizona Stadium for a $60 million, 20‑year contract and rebranding McKale Center as the McKale Center at ALKEME Arena in a $27.7 million, 15‑year deal. Athletic director Desiree Reed‑Francois is now actively seeking further jersey‑patch opportunities, aiming to bolster the department’s finances amid a competitive landscape where conference revenue is increasingly tied to sponsorship visibility.
The Kansas Jayhawks will wear XRP Cryptocurrency patches starting in the 2026‑27 season, a move made possible by recent NCAA rules that allow up to two commercial logos on uniforms.
Duke’s upcoming season will feature a demanding nonconference slate, a full ACC slate against North Carolina and Virginia, and a top‑ranked recruiting class, building on Scheyer’s 124‑25 start.
The Alabama Crimson Tide will meet St. John's Red Storm on Dec. 12, 2025, at Legacy Arena in Birmingham as part of the C.M. Newton Classic, a game that revisits a recent victory and preview a busy non‑conference and SEC schedule.
Abilene Christian University will host eleven matches at Elmer Gray Stadium in its debut 2026 season within the United Athletic Conference, highlighted by a matchup against Houston and a schedule shaped by head coach Stephen Salas.