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Despite losing several key players to Division I programs, Benedictine's football team, ranked No. 2 in Class 5A, blends experienced returnees with promising newcomers under coach Danny Britt, aiming to defend their undefeated season and state championship.
After a standout college career at Purdue, including an Elite Eight run, Oscar Cluff signs with Glint Korfez Basket, aiming to continue his professional growth in the Turkish league.
Florida State University is courting three‑star quarterback Brayden Tillman, a Traverse City native, as part of its 2028 recruiting class, with a campus visit scheduled for the upcoming Florida game.
After a four‑game summer tour of Canada, Purdue coach Matt Painter praised the team's defensive pressure but said rebounding and keeping the ball out of the paint remain works in progress.
Purdue’s football program is banking on returning starters, a healthier lineup and fresh motivation to rebound from a winless Big Ten campaign.
With forecasts ranging from sixth to seventh place in the Big Ten, Ohio State’s upcoming exhibition games and roster uncertainties set the stage for a pivotal season.
The Big Ten’s 2027 class features a cascade of elite prospects, highlighting the league’s growing influence in national recruiting.
The 2026-27 Big Ten season promises fierce competition for Illinois, with three pivotal matchups that could shape the Illini's title aspirations.
On November 1, 2025, Michigan tight end Zack Marshall turned a modest throw into a decisive first‑down, shifting momentum in a tightly contested game against Purdue at Michigan Stadium.
The Boilermakers concluded their Canadian swing with a dominant performance, forcing 22 turnovers and shooting efficiently from beyond the arc.
After capturing the 2025‑26 national championship, the Michigan Wolverines face a pivotal season with fresh coaching leadership, key player returns, and tough Big Ten competition.
Defensive end CJ Madden paused to savor the crowd's reaction after a key play, a moment captured at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette.
Purdue secured a 79-48 victory over the University of Calgary, showcasing a versatile offense, aggressive defense, and a rebound turnaround that bodes well for the remainder of their Canadian swing.
Purdue's head coach Barry Odom and key players will attend the Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, where the team hopes to improve after a 3‑21 record and a last‑place conference projection.
The newest CBS Sports Top 25 and No. 1 college basketball poll reflects a dramatic turnover driven by transfers, injuries and coaching changes across the nation's elite programs.
The Purdue Boilermakers secured their second consecutive victory on Canadian soil, defeating Trinity Western University 82-66. A relentless defense forced 13 turnovers and generated 41 rebounds, while four players scored in double figures. Daniel Jacobsen led the offense with 14 points on 7‑of‑10 shooting, and Antione West Jr. added 13 points, including 3‑of‑7 from three‑point range. Caden Pierce dominated the boards with a team‑high seven rebounds, and Omer Mayer dished out nine assists. Young players such as Jacob Webber and Luke Ertel closed the game effectively, and Gicarri Harris contributed 11 points, four rebounds and two assists, highlighting his growth on both ends of the floor.
The Colorado men's basketball team will meet Purdue on Dec. 19 in Indianapolis, marking the first meeting in 38 years. The game caps a challenging non‑conference slate that includes trips to Providence, San Diego and Palm Desert, a final series game against Colorado State, and a deep Big 12 road trip.
Purdue Boilermakers opened their 2026 exhibition schedule with a decisive 102‑63 victory over Langara Select, highlighting both the challenges of missing key players and the emergence of new talent.
Purdue Boilermakers opened their four‑game Canadian swing with a convincing 102‑63 victory over the Vancouver Selects, showcasing a balanced attack and stifling defense.
The Louisville Cardinals will open the 2026 season against Ole Miss in Nashville on September 6. The matchup promises a potential turning point for a program riding a three‑year streak of nine‑win seasons under coach Jeff Brohm.
Tennessee basketball will face Michigan State on November 17 at the Food City Center, kicking off a home‑and‑home series while also meeting Maryland in Las Vegas and a lineup of top SEC opponents.
The Colorado Buffaloes will meet the Purdue Boilermakers in the Indy Classic on Dec. 19, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, a game that blends family ties, competitive ambition, and a test before Big 12 play.
The Ducks' latest transfer class, highlighted by safety Koi Perich from Minnesota and receiver Iverson Hooks from UAB, is ranked fourth in the Big Ten and aims to propel Oregon to its inaugural national championship.
With the 2026‑27 season on the horizon, several top juniors have chosen to stay in school, setting the stage for a deeper and more competitive 2027 NBA Draft.