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St. John's University will meet the Oregon Ducks in the inaugural game of the 2026 Players Era Championship, a tournament that brings together 16 programs in Las Vegas. The matchup marks a reunion of programs that have split their two previous meetings, while the return of Rick Pitino to the college ranks adds a narrative twist.
The Lobos snapped a five‑game skid in the Mountain West Championship, highlighted by Ashby’s homer and a dominant pitching performance, setting up a Friday clash with San Diego State.
Next November, San Diego State will square off against Iowa State in the first round of the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. The event, broadcast by ESPN, showcases a 16‑team and an eight‑team bracket, with games at T‑Mobile Arena and Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena. Significant NIL payouts and a shift away from traditional tournaments like the Maui Invitational highlight the competition.
The newly released brackets for the Players Era Tournament promise high‑profile matchups, including a potential top‑ten clash between Louisville and Tennessee, as teams from across the nation prepare for a festive slate of games.
Pacifica High junior Isaiah Phelps announced his commitment to San Diego State University, capping a season that featured a state‑leading 232 tackles and a championship‑winning performance.
The 2026 Players Era 16 tournament will feature Iowa State's first game on Nov. 24 in Las Vegas, with a potential rematch against Tennessee and a new single‑elimination format.
The conference revealed its 2026 All-Conference teams and individual awards, highlighting exceptional players and coaches from across the league.
An analysis of 2026‑27 men's basketball head coach salaries shows the Mountain West and Pac‑12 diverge sharply, with the highest earners surpassing $3 million and the lowest barely crossing $1 million, underscoring financial inequities across the two leagues.
The Mountain West baseball tournament begins Thursday in Mesa, Arizona, featuring powerhouse San Diego State, high‑scoring Air Force and a Nevada team eager to break a long‑standing drought.
At 25, Wisconsin's Nick Boyd combines age‑defying experience with a career‑high senior season, making him a intriguing, though uncertain, prospect as the draft approaches.
After losing nine eligible players, Northwestern’s men’s basketball program is turning to elite high school recruits Derek Daniels and Jeremiah Profit, while also securing Jayden Hodge, to restore competitiveness.
A series of contract adjustments, buyouts and strategic replacements are rewriting Texas Tech's football schedule well into the next decade.
The 2026 Credit Union 1 Mountain West Baseball Championship will unfold from May 21 to 24 at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona, featuring six teams vying for the conference crown and an NCAA tournament berth.
From a three‑star recruit in San Diego to a key piece of Texas A&M’s defense, Marcus Ratcliffe’s evolution illustrates how quiet persistence can reshape a player’s destiny.
Grand Canyon University’s baseball team edged Nevada 12-7, with key performances from Garrett Ahern, Trevor Schmidt and Mito Perez, putting them on the brink of the Mountain West Championship.
Grand Canyon University fell 13‑9 to Nevada but remains in contention for the Mountain West Championship, needing a perfect finish and help from UNLV and San José State.
The newly formed Vermont Green FC has unveiled its complete staff, featuring assistant coaches Caitlyn Fogel, Rory Twomey, and Edgar Vargas, athletic trainer Kat Paradis, and volunteer sports medicine expert Dr. J.P. Begly, alongside strategic collaborations with several universities and health institutions.
An exploration of Marcus Ratcliffe's rise as a standout safety for the Aggies, highlighting his stats, physicality, and SEC implications.
Season‑ticket sales at San Diego State University are climbing after three years of decline, driven by last year’s success, the upcoming Pac‑12 move and lower prices, while basketball tickets are up 7.5% following a strong NCAA tournament pedigree.
The Wildcats must win their final series against Oklahoma State and hope for external results to stay alive in the Big 12 Tournament race.
The Wildcats are focused on winning their final games, improving their pitching staff, and setting the tone for next season.
Providence College has appointed Bryan Hodgson, who brings a winning pedigree, while URI’s Archie Miller faces a contract year. Bryant’s Jamion Christian adds size via the portal, and Brown navigates limited resources.
The school announced the hiring of former NFL running back Rashaad Penny as head coach, hoping his extensive playing experience will restore momentum to a program that finished 2‑8 last year.
Michigan State has offered a scholarship to three‑star safety Henry Sakalas, a top Illinois prospect whose recruitment includes visits to Minnesota and Illinois.