
Youth Soccer’s Quiet Surge: How the World Cup is Igniting a New Generation
The World Cup is sparking renewed interest in youth soccer across the United States, a trend that could reshape the nation's sporting landscape and create lifelong fans.
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The World Cup is sparking renewed interest in youth soccer across the United States, a trend that could reshape the nation's sporting landscape and create lifelong fans.

After a decades‑long pursuit, San Diego State University’s football program has secured a spot in the Pac‑12, marking a new era for the Aztecs and reshaping the West Coast conference landscape.

Two Florida Atlantic University graduates achieve professional milestones, highlighting the program's growing impact on the NBA.

After a distinguished career spanning college, professional and youth soccer, Matt Hall rejoins San Diego State as associate head coach for the women's team, bringing a proven record of player development and historic achievements.

Old Dominion University's women's basketball team has revealed its 2026‑27 recruiting class, featuring a diverse group of newcomers poised to strengthen the roster under head coach DeLisha Milton‑Jones.

A look at the standout performers who topped the decade’s top‑25 list, their achievements, and the lasting imprint they left on the sport.

USC baseball’s season ended one inning shy of the College World Series, prompting a wave of transfers and new signings as the program looks to reload for next year.

This week's State of the Beavs podcast highlights Andrew Moore's appointment as Oregon State's pitching coach, the football team's latest defensive commitments, and a conversation with Texas State's Keff Ciardello on the Pac‑12's rebirth.

Iowa’s men’s basketball program has added Virginia Tech to its 2026‑27 non‑conference slate, setting up a high‑stakes game at the Tyson Events Center. The contest arrives as Virginia Tech looks to build on a strong recent season and a roster bolstered by key returnees and transfers.

Goalkeeper Brynn Korpela, a two‑time league Defensive Player of the Year and Malik Award winner, transfers to UC Santa Barbara after stints at Oregon and San Diego State, bolstering the Gauchos' defensive lineup for the upcoming 2026 season.

From Tustin to Huntington Beach, the region's standout seniors are locking in their college destinations, signaling a deep pool of talent heading into the next season.
Gilbert Higley’s Nasim Eason announced his pledge to Arizona State on June 22, ending a brief stint with San Diego State and highlighting a recruiting class that also features three other elite in‑state prospects.

Kamden Tillis, a 5‑foot‑11, 190‑pound two‑way player, announced his verbal pledge to San Diego State University, bringing a proven rushing attack and receiving threat to the Aztecs’ upcoming class.

EJ Dampier, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Madison‑Ridgeland Academy, has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team, joining a roster that will compete in Istanbul. The selection follows a competitive training camp and reflects a family legacy of athletic excellence.

Darian Hagan meets with new athletic director Fernando Lovo to discuss legacy and calls for a committee to ensure fair recognition of past CU football achievements

As the Aztecs gear up for their first Pac‑12 game against Texas State on October 3, coaches and fans alike are focusing on a handful of players whose performances could shape the season.

Sawyer Deering, a 6‑75 ERA freshman pitcher from Tennessee, has pledged to San Diego State, a program with a storied NCAA Tournament pedigree. His decision coincides with a wave of portal activity that has seen sixteen Volunteers move on, while a handful of teammates announce plans to stay.

The University of Colorado will open its season against San Diego State at Pechanga Arena on Nov. 7, a game that ties into a broader slate of neutral‑site contests and a 32‑game regular‑season limit now permitted by the NCAA.

Former Arizona standout Dave Stegman prepares for his Hall of Fame induction while the Wildcats welcome new transfers and draft prospects gear up for the 2026 MLB Draft.

Oregon State will host the 2027 Pac‑12 Baseball tournament, a decision confirmed by conference deputy commissioner Rick Hart during a recent visit to Fresno State. The format remains undetermined, and the conference is evaluating potential sites for future editions.

A rising star from Madison‑Ridgeland Academy is one of 18 athletes invited to a prestigious training camp, eyeing a place on the team that will chase another gold medal at the upcoming world tournament.

Oregon State will host the 2027 Pac‑12 Baseball Tournament, announced by deputy commissioner Rick Hart during a visit to Fresno State. The event’s format remains undecided, and future sites may shift as the conference prepares for its first baseball season in spring 2027.

Oregon State will serve as the host venue for the 2027 Pac‑12 Baseball Tournament, with deputy commissioner Rick Hart revealing the news during a visit to Fresno State. The tournament format is still being finalized, and the expanded conference roster reflects a significant shift in collegiate baseball.

Arkansas reveals its full slate of games for the upcoming season, highlighting home‑and‑away contests, new coaching milestones and a push to return to the NCAA Tournament.