Tennessee’s Baseball Legacy Endures Despite SEC Tournament Setback
The Volunteers fell to Arkansas in the SEC Tournament second round, but their storied postseason resume remains among the nation's strongest.
May 23, 2026
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Southern Miss Stuns Troy with Walk‑Off Grand Slam, Secures NCAA Regional Hosting
A rain‑soaked evening in Hattiesburg turned into a showcase of resilience for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, who rallied from a weather‑delayed start to defeat Troy 7‑6 in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Drey Barrett’s walk‑off grand slam, combined with a 41‑year‑old program record of 11 straight victories, positions the team for an NCAA regional and a potential top‑eight seed.
May 23, 2026
Southern Miss Stuns Troy with Walk‑Off Grand Slam in Sun Belt Tournament
A rain‑delayed ninth inning saw Southern Miss rally past Troy, 7‑6, with Drey Barrett’s walk‑off grand slam preserving an 11‑game winning streak and a coveted NCAA regional hosting slot.
May 23, 2026
Tennessee Baseball’s Postseason Outlook Takes a Hit After SEC Defeat
Despite an 8‑4 setback to Arkansas in the SEC Tournament, the Vols remain a top‑seeded contender with a 2024 national title and a 31 RPI.
May 23, 2026
SEC Basketball’s Shifting Landscape Ahead of Next Season
The SEC entered the recent NCAA tournament with ten representatives, a drop from fourteen the year before, yet the conference continues to punch above its weight in both football and basketball, underscoring its enduring brand of competition. This offseason, the league has been shaped by a flurry of moves in the NBA draft and the transfer portal, with several marquee names deciding their next steps, a trend that has immediate implications for the upcoming campaign. Among the programs feeling the ripple effects are the South Carolina Gamecocks, who finished the 2025‑26 season with a 13‑19 overall record and a 4‑14 mark in conference play, a result that has prompted a thorough reshaping of the squad. Key departures include guards Meechie Johnson, forward Mike Sharavjamts and big man Kobe Knox, while the team is expected to retain Grant Polk and Hayden Assemian. New faces such as guard Kory Mincy, forward Shane Blakeney and forward Aleksas Bieliauskas have joined the roster, bringing fresh energy and the prospect of a different offensive dynamic. Mincy is slated to assume the lead‑guard role, and sophomores Davion Hannah and Bieliauskas are being counted on to take larger steps forward. The defensive unit also looks promising, bolstered by the arrivals of Camden Hiede and Jakub Necas, who could help tighten the paint and generate more stops. Despite the defensive upgrades, the coaching staff has flagged scoring as the most pressing concern, noting that the team will need to convert more of its opportunities if it hopes to climb back into contention.
May 23, 2026
FSU Baseball Falls to Pitt, Jeopardizing Top‑Eight Seed
The Seminoles lost 8‑6 to Pitt in the ACC Tournament, a result that dims their chances for a top‑eight national seed while preserving a regional hosting slot.
May 23, 2026
64 Teams Set for 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament as Conference Play Concludes
The 2026 NCAA Division I baseball championship opens on May 25, featuring 64 teams whose automatic bids are secured through conference tournaments across the country.
May 23, 2026
Florida State’s NCAA Hopes Hit by Pitt Loss in ACC Tournament
Florida State's baseball team fell 8‑6 to Pitt in the ACC tournament, a loss that threatens a top‑ eight seed but still leaves a regional hosting spot on the table.
May 23, 2026
Tarleton State Texans Gear Up for WAC Tournament Championship Showdown
The Tarleton State Texans are poised to defend their Western Athletic Conference Tournament crown as they prepare for a showdown against the Sacramento State Hornets on Saturday evening, aiming for a second consecutive championship.
May 23, 2026
UT Tyler Falls 20-4 to Colorado Mesa in Super Regional Game Two
A nine‑run second inning propelled Colorado Mesa to a 20‑4 victory over UT Tyler, leaving the Patriots facing a decisive game Saturday night at The Diamond for a chance at the NCAA Division II College World Series in Cary, North Carolina.
May 23, 2026
French guard Marine Dursus commits to UConn women’s basketball
Marine Dursus, a 20‑year‑old French guard, has pledged to the University of Connecticut women’s basketball program, aiming to reinforce the backcourt after Azzi Fudd’s move to the WNBA.
May 23, 2026
Ole Miss Football Investigation Expands Amid NCAA and CSC Scrutiny
The University of Mississippi is under investigation by the NCAA and the College Sports Commission for alleged transfer violations and potential breaches of name, image and likeness rules, with emails and coach statements shedding light on a complex recruiting saga.
May 23, 2026
Texas Longhorns Fall to Arkansas in SEC Tournament, NCAAs Still Within Reach
The Texas Longhorns were eliminated from the SEC Postseason Baseball Tournament after an 8‑1 defeat to the Arkansas Razorbacks. Despite the setback, the team will learn whether it earns a regional in Austin when the 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament field is announced.
May 23, 2026
Iowa State Cyclones Eye 2026‑27 Breakout Season with Returning Stars
The Cyclones are banking on a revitalized backcourt and a healthy core to contend in the Big 12 next season.
May 23, 2026
Coastal Carolina’s Late Surge Falls Short in Sun Belt Championship
Despite a rally that brought the tying run to third in the ninth, the Chanticleers couldn't complete the comeback, dropping a 5‑4 decision to Louisiana in the Sun Belt Conference Baseball Championship.
May 23, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks Storm into Big 12 Championship After Dominant Win Over Oklahoma State
The Kansas Jayhawks defeated Oklahoma State 9‑2 to clinch the Big 12 championship game berth, with Tyson LeBlanc’s record‑tying grand slam and Mason Cook’s five‑plus innings of shut‑down pitching leading the charge.
May 23, 2026
Arkansas Dominates Texas in SEC Baseball Tournament
Arkansas rolled past Texas 8‑1 in the SEC Tournament, using a deep bullpen and a 450‑foot blast from Camden Kozeal to stake a claim heading into the NCAA Tournament.
May 23, 2026
UCF Basketball Sets Historic Matchup with Vanderbilt in Nashville
The University of Central Florida will travel to Nashville on November 20, 2026, to face Vanderbilt in what promises to be a landmark game for the program.
May 23, 2026
NCAA Ice Hockey Committee Announces sweeping safety and rule reforms
The NCAA’s ice hockey rules committee has unveiled a package of safety upgrades and rule tweaks, including required cut‑resistant equipment, expanded use of audio and health‑tracking devices on the bench, and nuanced changes to women’s and men’s play.
May 23, 2026
Pitt’s Kai Wagner Delivers Ninth-Inning Heroics to Topple Florida State in ACC Tournament
In a dramatic ACC Tournament quarterfinal, Kai Wagner’s three-run homer in the ninth inning sealed an 8-6 victory for Pitt over Florida State, despite the Seminoles’ rally from a four-run deficit.
May 23, 2026
NCAA Opens Tampering Probe into Ole Miss Football Amid Swinney Accusations
The NCAA is investigating Ole Miss after Coach Pete Golding was accused of sending former Cal linebacker Luke Ferrelli photos of a $1 million contract and texting him during a class, a case that raises broader questions about the integrity of college recruiting.
May 23, 2026
Royals Prepare for Crucial Mariners Series Amid Roster Shifts and College Heroics
KCTV anchors Neal Jones and Mark Poulose discuss the Royals' weekend showdown with Seattle, the rehab assignment of Cole Ragans, recent roster moves, and the Kansas Jayhawks' dramatic advance to the Big 12 semifinals.
May 22, 2026
Tarleton State Baseball Secures Spot in WAC Championship Game
Tarleton State’s baseball team defeated California Baptist 5‑3 to advance to the Western Athletic Conference Championship, with key performances from Smeenk, Wendel and Phetluangsy.
May 22, 2026
Victoria Pena Joins NCAA Women Coaches Academy Class #56
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley assistant coach was selected for the NCAA Women Coaches Academy Class #56, a program that empowers women coaches through leadership development and mentorship.
May 22, 2026