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Thomas Walkup, a former SFA basketball star, has signed a three‑year, $9.6 million contract with Dubai Basketball, after a buyout of his Olympiacos commitment and a career that includes EuroLeague success and Olympic participation.
Tony Diaz, a third‑year wide receiver for the Iowa Hawkeyes, has been selected for the 2026 Hispanic College Football Player of the Year Award watch list, highlighting a season that saw him top the Southland Conference in touchdowns and earn multiple all‑conference accolades.
UTRGV's women's soccer squad will host Tarleton State and TAMIU in free public matches, looking to break a winless streak against Tarleton and improve its historic record against TAMIU
Jim Curry, Director of Athletics at East Texas A&M University, joins the NCAA Division I Football Championship Committee, bringing a track record of academic and athletic achievement to the body that selects and seeds the FCS playoffs.
The Colonels opened their home schedule with a dominant victory, highlighted by a historic 11-goal outing and Aislinn Wright's recognition as Goalkeeper of the Week.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros received nine votes in the 2026 AFCA FCS Coaches Poll, highlighting a breakthrough debut season that included a perfect home record and road tests against top FCS playoff teams.
The reigning Southland Conference regular‑season champions unveiled a 20‑game slate that includes 15 home contests, five in‑state matchups and a high‑stakes opener against Incarnate Word on Dec. 3.
The Tigers open against No. 25 Clemson on August 11, then face Jacksonville State, highlighting a roster built around veteran leaders and a unified coaching vision.
Twelve UTRGV football players receive Phil Steele preseason honors, highlighting the program's depth and setting the stage for a strong campaign.
UTRGV Vaqueros earn preseason votes in the FCS Top 25 Poll, marking a historic milestone for the program as they prepare for a promising season.
The Vaqueros enter their second season with eight defensive starters back, a disciplined offensive line and a crowded quarterback competition, setting the stage for a promising start against UT Permian Basin.
Northwestern State’s soccer squad tops the Southland Conference preseason poll as they prepare for a title defense.
The scholarship, awarded by the Southland Conference, recognizes the top senior male student‑athlete for excellence in athletics, scholarship and service.
Preseason polls in college football often reflect past achievements rather than future potential. For McNeese State, a program that has reshaped its roster and coaching staff, the latest rankings raise more questions than answers.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has released its 2026 men's soccer schedule, marking the team's return to conference competition after a year away. The season features an exhibition game, a slate of Ohio Valley Conference matches, and a final tournament appearance.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley revealed its 2026 men's soccer slate, highlighting a return to conference competition after a year outside the league.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley unveiled a 2026 schedule that features ten home games, key conference opponents, and a path toward an automatic NCAA Tournament bid.
The Colonels will showcase their program at the Southland Conference’s Opening Drive on July 21, with a full slate of activities streamed live on ESPN+ and a season‑opening home game slated for August 27.
The Southland Conference kicked off its new football season with high optimism among coaches, highlighting recent playoff successes, key players, and upcoming practice schedules.
East Texas A&M’s football program kicked off its 2026 campaign in Houston, featuring media appearances by key players and a preview of the upcoming schedule.
The 2025‑26 season saw Northwestern State's baseball squad achieve a 3.39 collective GPA, earning the ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award and placing 32 players on the honor roll, including nine with perfect 4.0 GPAs. Pitcher JC Acosta was also named the male recipient of the Southland Conference's FL McDonald Postgraduate Scholarship.
McNeese State University celebrated a sweep of the Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s All‑Louisiana Baseball Team, with pitcher Eric Nachtsheim earning first‑team honors and two teammates receiving honorable mentions. Their statistical achievements, academic recognitions and national selections underscore a program on the rise.
A challenging non‑conference schedule, marquee wins, and individual milestones defined a breakthrough year for the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros baseball program.
The Southland Conference announced its spring semester Commissioner's List, recognizing 138 student-athletes — the most since 2013 — with the New Orleans Privateers contributing 106 honorees.