
Toby DeMello Set to Lead Pacific Tigers After Reed Peters’ Passing
The Pacific University athletics department announced the hiring of Toby DeMello as head coach, succeeding the late Reed Peters, as the program seeks to break new ground.
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The Pacific University athletics department announced the hiring of Toby DeMello as head coach, succeeding the late Reed Peters, as the program seeks to break new ground.

Troy University announced the hiring of Anthony Winchester as an assistant coach, highlighting his Elite Eight experience at Kansas State, a prolific playing career, and his work developing All‑American talent.

The Rainbow Warriors announced ten new players who will join the squad ahead of the 2026‑27 season, highlighting a mix of transfers, freshmen and international prospects.

The Aztecs will open conference play against Boise State on Oct. 1, face a mix of former Mountain West foes and newcomers, and rely on emerging talent like freshman goalkeeper Kailey Carlen to steady a defense that reached the Mountain West semifinals last season.

Twenty‑one graduating seniors from the Santa Barbara Soccer Club have announced their college destinations, spanning top Division I schools to junior‑college pathways.

The Santa Barbara Soccer Club celebrated 21 members who will continue their athletic and academic careers at colleges this fall, showcasing a decade‑long dedication to the sport.

DePaul University’s women’s basketball program welcomes transfer guard Nyah Lowery, a Sacramento native, as the fifth addition for the upcoming 2026-27 roster, bringing both on‑court production and classroom ambition.

Coach Nevada Smith announced the addition of Tan Yildizoglu, a 6‑4 point guard from Istanbul, Turkey, who arrives with extensive Division I experience and a strong national team background.

Alecia Parker, who guided Pacific University to three consecutive Northwest Conference Championship Game appearances and amassed a 106‑84 record, has been named the new head coach of Whitworth University's women's basketball team.

Sophomore pitcher Nicholas Saelens from Pacific University has been recognized on two All‑Region teams, named Pitcher of the Year in his conference, and posted top‑tier statistics that place him among the nation's leaders in Division III baseball.

The university announced the latest additions to its men's and women's basketball squads, highlighting the players' backgrounds, statistics, and eligibility status.

Undrafted guard Daniss Jenkins is set to start Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals for the Detroit Pistons against the Cleveland Cavaliers, highlighting a journey marked by perseverance and faith.