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Former Dayton Flyers guard Javon Bennett and 14 other student‑athletes have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s revised five‑year eligibility rule, arguing it unfairly limits competition and earnings.
The Raiders reveal a demanding 2026 campaign that blends non‑conference tests, home fixtures at Alumni Field, and a push toward the Horizon League championship.
Marquette University has released its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting eleven home matches at Valley Fields and a lineup that includes exhibition games, early road trips, and a deep BIG EAST tournament.
Valparaiso University announced the hiring of Robby Enslen, a seasoned player and coach, to lead its baseball hitting development.
The Raiders will open with exhibition games against Ohio State and Bellarmine, host eight home contests at Alumni Field, and battle a host of conference rivals as they look to improve on a 2‑13‑1 record.
Khoi Thurmon, a 6‑foot‑1 guard from Chicago, arrives at Old Dominion after stints at Oakland, Panola College and Purdue Fort Wayne, bringing a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive versatility.
Maxine Moore, a veteran coach with a strong track record in Division I basketball, has been appointed full‑time assistant coach for Ferris State University's women's basketball program, bringing both playing pedigree and academic credentials to a team that has recently excelled on the national stage.
Purdue’s 2026‑27 preseason schedule features three exhibition games, including a matchup with Purdue Fort Wayne at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, and a home contest versus Ball State. The roster returns 10 players but loses four starters from the Elite Eight run.
Jordan McDaniel, a Division 1 first‑team All‑State guard, is leaving Birmingham Brother Rice for Roseville as his family confronts mounting expenses, a shift that could reshape the local basketball landscape.
Purdue announced that its 2026‑27 season opener will take place on November 2 at T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, facing Gonzaga at 7:30 p.m. ET. The matchup continues a perfect 5‑0 series edge for the Boilermakers and caps a non‑conference slate that includes several high‑major opponents and a host of mid‑major home games.
Eastern Illinois University has appointed Myron Brown and Mickayla Perdue as assistant coaches for the women's basketball team, while also opening season ticket renewals for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.
The Lopes will open the 2026 season at Stanford before a five‑game home stretch, facing notable opponents such as Houston Christian, UC Santa Barbara and California Baptist, before concluding the nonconference portion at CSUN and moving into Mountain West competition.
Nate Deer, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Adelaide, Australia, has pledged to join Canisius College for the 2026‑27 season, adding size, skill and a strong shooting percentage to the roster.
After Mike Gansey’s exit, the franchise promotes assistant GM Brandon Weems, a longtime confidant of LeBron James, hoping his deep roots and scouting acumen will restore stability and attract a championship‑ready roster.
The Boilermakers will face Gonzaga, DePaul, Oklahoma, Iowa State and Tennessee, while also testing themselves against rising mid‑major teams such as Valparaiso and Illinois State.
Milan Momcilovic, the No. 2 transfer portal prospect, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft, choosing instead to complete his senior year and reshape the upcoming college basketball landscape.
SIUE announced the addition of Riley Abney, a three‑time All‑State guard, ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Head Coach Samantha Quigley Smith announced the commitment of guard Riley Abney, a 5‑9 shooter from Schoolcraft College, as the third offseason transfer. Her scoring prowess and defensive instincts aim to reinforce the Cougars' push for another Ohio Valley Conference deep run.
Central College announced the appointment of Helen Staley as its new varsity assistant coach for women's basketball, highlighting her playing background, coaching history, and recent involvement in a national development program.
Central College announces the hiring of Helen Staley as its new varsity assistant women's basketball coach, highlighting her playing background, coaching history, and the program's recent performance.
Michigan State basketball is setting its sights on a national title next season, building on back‑to‑back Elite Eight and Sweet Sixteen finishes. Coach Tom Izzo emphasizes cutting turnovers, raising assist rates, and tightening three‑point defense.
The Penguins open the 2026 Horizon League Baseball Championship against Oakland on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at Nischwitz Stadium in Dayton, Ohio, riding a three‑game winning streak and a historical edge over their opponents.
The fourth‑seeded Youngstown State Penguins will meet the fifth‑seeded Oakland Golden Grizzlies in the first round of the 2026 Horizon League Baseball Championship, a game that could shape the rest of the tournament.
The Penguins closed the regular season with a doubleheader sweep of Wright State, highlighted by Kendal Spencer’s go‑ahead homer, and now gear up for a first‑round matchup against Oakland.