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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.
The Hurricanes are using a unique mix of bridge runs, island training and service projects to prepare a young, transfer‑laden squad for ACC and national title aspirations.
The NCAA’s new 5‑for‑5 eligibility framework grants athletes five seasons of play, reshaping roster strategies and giving fourth‑year Wildcats an extra year to contribute.
Brenen Lorient is set to rejoin West Virginia University’s basketball program for the 2025‑26 campaign, bringing size, experience and a familiar connection to head coach Ross Hodge. His presence reshapes the frontcourt rotation and could influence the team’s depth as they prepare for a demanding conference schedule.
North Carolina State leads the 2026 ACC Men's Soccer Championship preseason poll with 183 points and eight first‑place votes, while Stanford, Virginia and SMU follow in a tightly contested field.
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.
A federal judge has allowed Syracuse basketball transfer Amarri Monroe and other 2022 high school athletes to pursue a fifth season of eligibility, while the NCAA’s appeal remains pending.
Goalkeeper Azul Alvarez’s remarkable statistics and contributions have secured her placement on the 2026 Hermann Trophy Players to Watch List, highlighting a season that helped Baylor reach the NCAA Tournament’s Round of 16.
Miami University has renewed the contracts of basketball coach Jai Lucas and football coach Mario Cristobal after both led their teams to notable postseason successes, underscoring a period of growth for the athletic program.
Davin Cosby, a Kennesaw State basketball player, has returned to practice after a severe car crash left him with a fractured back and hand injuries. Supported by his coach and rehab staff, he balances his athletic comeback with a college degree.
After four seasons at North Carolina, Seth Trimble announced his move to Louisville, citing personal fit and resource limitations. His departure coincides with a reshaped UNC roster and a scheduled ACC showdown in 2026‑27.
The newly released schedule reveals a tough mix of ACC‑SEC Challenge games, SEC matchups and neutral‑site contests, as the Lady Tigers aim to build on last season’s Sweet 16 run and push for another NCAA Tournament deep run.
Creighton earns second place in the Midwest Division while Georgetown claims the East, with standout players honored and the campaign set to open on August 20.
After Kristy Curry’s move to South Florida, Alabama taps Oklahoma veteran Pauline Love to guide a roster that finished 24‑11 last season and earned a top‑25 vote.
With fall classes set to begin Aug. 24, the Boilermakers wrap up a busy summer of conditioning, player development and schedule planning, highlighting key recruits and lingering eligibility questions.
First‑year head coach Margueritte Bates leads the Longhorns through a demanding nonconference slate and SEC matchups, hoping to forge a new identity after losing key scorers.
Mike Sharavjamts, a former South Carolina forward known as ‘Mongolian Mike,’ is among 17 players suing for a fifth year of college eligibility, while Coach Lamont Paris confirms the team will field a complete roster next season.
Arkansas will open its preseason with a home matchup against Memphis on Oct. 28, followed by games against Gonzaga, neutral‑site contests in New York, Detroit and Phoenix, and a marquee ACC‑SEC Challenge against North Carolina.
The University of Maine women's soccer team opens its 2026 schedule on August 12 at the URI Soccer Complex, facing the Rhode Island Rams in a match streamed live on ESPN+.
After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Rutgers University's women's soccer team welcomes seven freshmen and two transfer players, including standout forward Lilia Calvert and goalkeeper Iris de Rouw, as they prepare for a challenging schedule that begins on the road.
From the opening showdown on Aug. 20 to the NCAA Men’s College Cup in December, ESPN’s coverage spans more than a thousand games, featuring top teams such as Indiana, Virginia, Clemson and North Carolina.
The University of Houston men's basketball team will meet Florida State in Jacksonville on Dec. 20, marking the first Florida meeting since 1972 and continuing a three‑game winning streak.
Duke enters the 2026‑27 campaign with a deep, veteran‑laden roster and championship ambitions, whereas North Carolina is rebuilding under Michael Malone, hoping a strong NCAA Tournament seed signals progress.
Ranked No. 6, Indiana University is entering fall camp with a deep roster, a focus on team identity and a defensive overhaul that could fuel another playoff run.