
Tyran Chappell Poised to Anchor Michigan State’s Secondary
A redshirt sophomore with a 6‑3 frame and a knack for interceptions, Chappell is expected to fill a critical void in Michigan State’s defensive backfield.
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A redshirt sophomore with a 6‑3 frame and a knack for interceptions, Chappell is expected to fill a critical void in Michigan State’s defensive backfield.

Connor Cuff, Logan Freche, Blake Lobell and Peyton Woods combine high scholarship with athletic excellence, receiving Southland Conference All‑Academic recognition and league accolades.

Senior pitcher Eric Nachtsheim from Reno has been selected to Baseball America's second-team All-American list, capping a season that also brought him accolades from Perfect Game, ABCA/Rawlings, and the Southland Conference.

Eric Nachtsheim, a senior right‑hander for McNeese, earns a second‑team All‑American selection from Baseball America, joining a distinguished list of Cowboy alumni who have received multiple postseason All‑American honors.

Brody Trosclair announced his commitment to Tennessee on June 8, highlighting a freshman year that earned him Freshman of the Year honors and a strong statistical record before an elbow injury prompted a unique surgical choice.
Trosclair, a Southland Conference Freshman of the Year, pledged to the Vols after a strong freshman season cut short by injury.

Arkansas State University will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its 1986 Southland Conference championship, the 35th iteration of the Old Warriors Cookout, and the 30th anniversary of the Ring of Honor during the 2026 football season, with special events slated for games against Kennesaw State and ULM.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley women's basketball team achieved a historic 21‑win season, establishing new program benchmarks and honoring the milestone with a locker‑room tradition of '20' charms.

A Baltimore native and business administration major, Christian Winborne, has been named to the 2025-26 Southland Conference Men's Basketball All-Academic Team, showcasing excellence on the court and in the classroom.

Four University of Texas Rio Grande Valley basketball players have been named to the Southland Conference 2025‑26 Men's Basketball All‑Academic Team, highlighting a season that combined scholarly distinction with a program‑best conference record.

Freshman guard Anyra Wilson earns Southland Conference all‑academic honors, showcasing a 3.5 GPA and standout performances for Nicholls State.

The Cardinals' postseason run concluded with a 19‑6 defeat to USC, marking the end of a 34‑27 campaign that featured a Southland Conference title and the departure of head coach Will Davis for the University of Houston.

The Southland Conference announced its latest All‑Academic selections, highlighting the achievements of three University of New Orleans women’s basketball standouts who excelled both on the court and in the classroom.

Three Privateers women’s basketball players receive All‑Academic accolades, highlighting academic excellence alongside athletic performance.

Senior forward Charlotte O'Keefe receives the Southland Conference's top honor for 2025‑26, becoming the first UTRGV player to surpass 1,000 career points and rebounds while her teammates also shine on the All-Academic Team.

The Lady Lions celebrated a season that blended competitive success with top scholarship standards, as the Southland Conference named five players to its All‑Academic Team.

In a battle of the Southland Conference’s elite arms, Chris Oliviet and Eric Nachtsheim delivered complete‑game performances, but the Cowboys could not overcome a 2‑1 deficit.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros baseball squad, currently sitting at No. 3 in the national polls, is gearing up for a pivotal elimination contest against the No. 2 Lamar Cardinals in the Southland Conference Tournament. The victor will secure a berth in the next elimination round scheduled for Saturday, a prospect that has heightened anticipation among players, coaches and the broader campus community.

Bobby Keasler, Hall of Fame coach of McNeese State, died on May 12 at 80. His nine‑year tenure produced four conference titles, a national‑ranked undefeated season and lasting influence on the sport.

Legendary college football coach Bobby Keasler died Tuesday at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped the program at McNeese State and inspired countless players and coaches across the Southland Conference.

Bobby Keasler, Hall of Fame coach and architect of McNeese State's golden era, died Tuesday at 80, leaving a legacy of championships, accolades and lasting influence on college football.

Southeastern Louisiana University's baseball team enters the Southland Conference tournament as the top seed, boasting back‑to‑back regular‑season titles and a potent lineup headed by Peyton Woods.

Coach Bobby Barbier's second consecutive Coach of the Year award, combined with standout performances from Peyton Woods and Alex Perry, highlights a season of achievement for Southeastern Louisiana University baseball.

Kruise Newman and Luke Lycette were named Hitter and Pitcher of the Week, respectively, after a dominant finish to the season that helped the New Orleans Privateers sweep both conference awards.