
25 2026 World Cup Players With U.S. College Experience
An overview of the 25 athletes who will represent six nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting their college achievements and professional pathways.
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An overview of the 25 athletes who will represent six nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting their college achievements and professional pathways.

Old Dominion University announced the hiring of Asia Williams, a seasoned coach with a strong recruiting pedigree, to lead player development on Coach DeLisha Milton-Jones' staff.

The Knights clinched their second consecutive N.C. High School Athletic Association 5A championship, driven by MVP Cason McGinnis, pitcher Parker Williams and a relentless offense.

North Carolina A&T’s women’s basketball program looks to bounce back after a sub‑.500 season, unveiling a nine‑member class that mixes experienced Division I transfers with top high‑school prospects.

North Lincoln defeated Seaforth 11‑1 in the first game of the 2026 N.C. 5A state championship, showcasing a strong offense and airtight defense while Seaforth, the lowest‑seeded team ever to reach the title game, looks to rebound in Game 2.

A routine swim turned into a life‑saving rescue when Nicole Woods, head coach of the UNC Wilmington women’s basketball team, battled a rip current to save her nephew. After being revived with an AED, she spent a day on a ventilator before making a full recovery.

A May rescue at Wrightsville Beach saw Coach Nicole Woods save her nephew from a rip current, survive a prolonged unconscious state, and now recover at home while her associate coach steps in to lead the program.

A dramatic ninth‑inning rally propelled North Carolina A&T to a 10‑9 win over Monmouth, highlighted by clutch hits and solid pitching.

Tennessee will host Belmont before traveling to Oklahoma, then head to the SEC Tournament in Alabama before the NCAA bracket is revealed.