
Redbirds to Host Wildcats in Historic Exhibition
Illinois State will welcome Northwestern on Oct. 18, 2026, in a game that highlights a historic court dedication, significant roster turnover and divergent program trajectories.
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Illinois State will welcome Northwestern on Oct. 18, 2026, in a game that highlights a historic court dedication, significant roster turnover and divergent program trajectories.

The Redbirds will open their season with a much‑anticipated exhibition game against Northwestern on October 18, featuring returning scorers and new portal talent.

From viral TikTok clips to custom Walmart passports, the retailer is using the World Cup’s momentum to create memorable experiences for tourists in the U.S., while navigating sponsorship rules and highlighting its diverse product range.

Grace Stone, known for her game‑winning shot in the 2023 NCAA tournament, is back at Princeton University in a front‑office capacity, aiming to shape the program’s operations while drawing on overseas playing and mentorship experiences.

A look at coaching mobility, brand power, and the challenges facing Group of 6 programs in today's college football ecosystem.

The Wildcats lose 67.7% of their offensive production, but new transfers and coaching additions offer a glimpse of potential renewal.

Northwestern baseball is rebuilding after a wave of departures, with new transfers and coaching changes aimed at restoring competitiveness in the Big Ten.

A look at the transfers, key players and uncertainties facing Duke football as it looks to shore up a defense that once topped the ACC.

Coach Bryan Hodgson is shaping the Friars for a competitive season, emphasizing attitude, effort and consistency while integrating a host of transfers and a demanding schedule that includes games against Nebraska, Rhode Island, Syracuse and a Thanksgiving Maui Invitational.

EA Sports' upcoming College Football 27 has generated buzz with its latest roster ratings, highlighting Iowa's strengths while flagging quarterback development as a key storyline

Jack Lausch’s final collegiate season showcases a rare blend of athletic prowess, leadership and ambition, as he leads the Wildcats in key offensive stats and receives the Paul Stevens Life Teammate Award.

Predictions suggest a challenging year for Northwestern, with a 4-8 record and only one conference win, highlighting the program's roster deficiencies.

Rutgers announces its 2026 men’s soccer slate, opening August 20 with a mix of home fixtures and challenging away games against tournament‑qualified opponents.

Rutgers University has released its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting 16 regular‑season games, nine home contests at Yurcak Field, and a slate that includes several NCAA tournament teams from the previous year.

The University of Kansas women's basketball program has released its complete non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, promising a blend of home dominance, neutral‑site challenges and a demanding road test.

Kansas announces an ambitious non‑conference slate that includes eight home games, neutral‑site contests and a road test at Minnesota, aiming to bolster its NCAA tournament résumé.

With offensive coordinator Chip Kelly arriving and transfers Aidan Chiles and Nicco Marchiol joining the roster, Northwestern is reshaping its attack. The team must navigate early‑season challenges while aiming to climb the Big Ten standings.
Indiana's Curt Cignetti has surged to the summit of the Big Ten coaching rankings after guiding the Hoosiers to an unbeaten national championship, a turnaround that reshapes the conference landscape.
Indiana’s Curt Cignetti has surged to the top of the Big Ten coaching rankings after guiding the Hoosiers to an unbeaten national championship, joining a roster of seasoned mentors whose recent feats define the league’s new dynamics.

Nine former Penn basketball players have announced their next collegiate destinations, each bringing distinct achievements and ambitions to new programs across the United States and Canada.

Ohio State's upcoming 2026 football schedule is being labeled the most challenging in the Big Ten, featuring a mix of road battles and marquee home matchups that could shape the Buckeyes' title hopes.

The Ohio State football program is poised for a pivotal battle at tight end, as recent drafts and a new coordinator reshape the position's role.

A preview of the upcoming season highlights key player moves, injury recoveries and the defensive revamp under the new coaching staff.

Duke's 2026 field hockey slate features a blend of home fixtures, challenging road trips and high‑profile tournament play, beginning in August and culminating with the ACC Tournament in Chapel Hill and the NCAA Championships in Louisville.