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After eight years in professional baseball, Jordyn Adams is resurrecting his football trajectory by joining the Southern Methodist Mustangs, a move made possible by recent changes in name, image and likeness legislation.
Former Major League Baseball player Jordyn Adams is set to join SMU's football team in 2026, but his age and proposed NCAA rule changes raise questions about his eligibility.
After capping a memorable run with the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl victory, the University of Virginia’s football program is turning its attention to the 2026 season. New starter Beau Pribula, reserve Eli Holstein and a deep stable of running backs set the stage for a revamped offense.
Jordyn Adams, a former first‑round MLB draft pick, is swapping the diamond for the gridiron at Southern Methodist University, raising questions about his eligibility and the path that led him from North Carolina to the pros and now to Texas.
Jordyn Adams, a top‑100 football recruit turned minor‑league baseball player, is seeking to resume his football career at SMU, pending potential NCAA eligibility reforms.
Jordyn Adams, a former Los Angeles Angels outfielder, is set to play wide receiver for SMU Mustangs, following a brief MLB career and the footsteps of Monte Harrison.
As the 2026 college basketball transfer market dwindles, a single top‑100 player has already chosen Kentucky, leaving teams like North Carolina, Kansas and Kentucky to scout the remaining talent for depth and impact.
After a 38‑game MLB stint and over 600 minor‑league appearances, Jordyn Adams has enrolled at Southern Methodist University to join the Mustangs football program, sparking renewed discussion about eligibility rules for dual‑sport athletes.
Coach Mike Young has bolstered Virginia Tech’s roster with transfers, while the NCAA Tournament expands and the ACC schedule omits a matchup with Duke.
Ohio State's defensive line welcomes a powerful newcomer in freshman Khary Wilder, whose size and early enrollment have coach Larry Johnson optimistic about an immediate role.
The United States Under‑20 Women’s National Team is set to travel to Spain for a ten‑day training camp and a series of matches that run from June 1 through June 9.
USC sophomore Augie Lopez delivered a decisive three‑run homer in the seventh inning, turning a tight contest into a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M and securing the Trojans’ first super‑regional berth in two decades.
Baylor shooting guard Cameron Carr is projected to be drafted by the Chicago Bulls, whose rebuild could be accelerated by his scoring talent and size. His strong combine performance and fit with the franchise’s needs have sparked speculation about a potentially higher draft position.
From Mason Eckerson’s precision to Thomas Manu’s championship pedigree, the Knoxville region’s top returning quarterbacks combine record‑breaking stats with proven leadership, promising a thrilling 2026 high school football season.
North Carolina advanced to the super-regional round after a 9-3 win over East Carolina, completing a 3-0 regional sweep for the first time since 2019.
North Carolina survived an early 3‑0 deficit to defeat East Carolina 7‑5, with key hits from Hynek and Gallaher and strong relief pitching, putting them one win away from their 13th Super Regional.
The fifth-seeded Tar Heels rolled past VCU 8-0 at Boshamer Stadium, showcasing a dominant performance that highlighted Lynch’s 96-mph fastball and the staff’s collective precision.
North Carolina’s pitching staff and batters combined for a commanding 8-0 victory over VCU, with Ryan Lynch delivering seven strong innings and several key hits including Cooper Nicholson’s home run.
Both teams enter a winner‑take‑all elimination game on May 30, each hoping to extend their season and keep alive historic streaks.
The Bulldogs will travel to Orlando for the 2026 ESPN Events Invitational, where they’ll face North Carolina and Georgia Tech, while several rival programs undergo notable coaching changes.
Tennessee’s 7‑3 defeat to East Carolina after fourteen innings highlights missed chances and a taxed bullpen, setting up a must‑win elimination game on May 30.
The Vols will meet the loser of the North Carolina‑VCU matchup on Saturday at Boshamer Stadium, hoping to extend their road‑regional legacy.
The 2026 NBA Draft will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where analysts are using 247Sports high school rankings to gauge the potential impact of each projected first‑round pick.
Lauren Hassell, a top‑ranked 2027 recruit, pledged to Vanderbilt, becoming the program's first 2027 commitment and the third five‑star player to join Coach Shea Ralph's roster.