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UC San Diego opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-0 loss to San Diego State, featuring a full‑game effort from goalkeeper Charlotte Wilfert and a glimpse of future improvement under head coach Kristin Jones.
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UC San Diego opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-0 loss to San Diego State, featuring a full‑game effort from goalkeeper Charlotte Wilfert and a glimpse of future improvement under head coach Kristin Jones.

San Diego State finishes fourth in the Pac‑12 preseason women's soccer poll, marking its third time outside the top two in the past 17 seasons, while key players earn preseason accolades and the team prepares for a high‑profile opener.

Louisville’s 2026‑27 non‑conference slate features a series of high‑profile matchups, including a Dec. 5 clash with reigning champion Michigan in Detroit, as the program seeks to test its new coaching staff against elite competition.

Andrew Marshall, a Nebraska defensive back, speaks highly of Rob Aurich’s dedication, drawing on a shared history that dates back to his Idaho roots.

Louisville’s 2026‑27 non‑conference slate features eight to nine marquee matchups, including the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, a Detroit showdown with Michigan, and a Thanksgiving clash with Texas Tech, promising both testing battles and title aspirations.

Nebraska has rebuilt its roster through the transfer portal, adding depth at quarterback, offensive line, defense and skill positions while maintaining a balanced roster composition.

Nebraska's new 4‑2‑5 defensive alignment seeks to tighten gaps against both the run and pass, leveraging a deep roster and strategic player placements.

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.

With the quarterback position unsettled, the offensive line under new guidance, and a defense poised for transformation, Nebraska aims to translate early momentum into a breakthrough season.

After finishing 9‑4 and contending for the Mountain West title, the Aztecs are welcoming a wave of transfers — including Kai Wallin, Evan Lawrence, Justius Lowe, Javion Kinnard and Stone Saunders — to reshape the squad for its first year in the reconstituted Pac‑12 Conference.

Miami will open against Florida, travel to Las Vegas for the Players Era Tournament, host a series of home games at the Watsco Center, and finish the non‑conference stretch with a Texas showdown before ACC play begins.

A look at the 2026 coaching changes, from Mike Boynton at Michigan to Michael Malone at North Carolina, and how their backgrounds could shape the sport's future.

BYU’s 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule features exhibition games against Nebraska and UNLV, high‑profile matchups with Ohio State, Northwestern, Utah State and San Diego State, and a potential clash with Arizona at the Maui Invitational, all aimed at building momentum before Big 12 play.

The 2026 Bill Walton Classic will pit the Colorado Buffaloes against the San Diego State Aztecs at Pechanga Arena, highlighting a matchup defined by veteran depth and a storied home‑court edge.
After a 7-6 finish in 2025 and a Las Vegas Bowl loss to Utah, the Cornhuskers aim to break new ground with a revamped staff, key recruits and a challenging slate that includes matchups against Michigan State, Oregon and Ohio State.

The Cornhuskers are poised for a breakout season, with key recruits and a contract‑extended coach setting the stage for a potential playoff run.

The Hokies added guard talent but still seek a versatile forward to strengthen their frontcourt as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Coach Matthew Mitchell enters his second season with a transformed Houston women's basketball team, hoping the influx of size, scoring and defensive talent will finally translate into Big 12 success.

Coach Fred Hoiberg outlines the challenges and opportunities as Nebraska adds eight newcomers, retains key veterans and navigates a demanding non‑conference slate.

The San Diego State Aztecs enter a transformative 2026 season in the revamped Pac‑12, facing a slate of historic rivals and new challenges under head coach Sean Lewis.

The Aztecs' latest transfer haul brings together a mix of seasoned veterans and high‑upside prospects, setting the stage for a competitive push in the upcoming season.

San Diego State finished 9‑4 last year, earned its first bowl win in three seasons and now faces the challenge of rebuilding within the newly configured Pac‑12. Emerging playmakers and key transfers are set to shape the Aztecs' outlook.

The Iowa State Cyclones are set to return to the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas for the second consecutive year, facing a refreshed bracket, potential rematches and significant financial incentives.

After a successful debut last year, the Iowa State Cyclones are back at the Players Era Festival, facing San Diego State in a revived bracket that promises big financial rewards and future scheduling commitments.