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The Pennsylvania State Baseball Coaches Association will stage its second East-West All-Star game at Penn State’s Medlar Field, showcasing top senior talent from across the state.
The Wildcats’ latest transfer class brings veteran arms and proven bats as they target a College World Series run.
The Wildcats are banking on a deep transfer class to restore competitiveness in the SEC after a challenging 2026 campaign, with standout pitchers and outfielders poised to make an immediate impact.
Ohio State’s men’s basketball program showed a marked turnaround in the 2025‑26 season, finishing with a five‑win stretch that included upsets over No. 24 Wisconsin and No. 8 Purdue. The Buckeyes capped the year with a Big Ten Tournament victory over Iowa and a hard‑fought battle against Michigan in the NCAA Tournament, signaling that the team is moving beyond its recent struggles.
The 2026 South Carolina High School Football League season is poised to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, especially at the quarterback position, where a deep pool of talent across the Upstate has been ranked.
Head coach Jerrod Calhoun is shaping a 13‑player transfer squad, drawing on former Utah State standouts and community ties to build a competitive unit for the upcoming season.
UConn's football program has added five verbal pledges, including Jason Madden, Preston Glasco, Jaydon Rawls, Raph Bonfoh and Krystian Oakley, each bringing distinct talents and multiple scholarship offers from across the nation.
After a brief spell at Ohio State and a standout performance in the 2025 U18 EuroBasket, guard Mathieu Grujicic has committed to Radford University, becoming the final transfer from the Buckeyes' roster.
A look at how American university soccer programs are producing World Cup‑caliber players, serving as national team bases, and reshaping the pathway to the globe’s premier tournament
The University of Akron announced that eight of its football standouts have been selected to Phil Steele’s 2026 preseason All-MAC Team, highlighting the program’s growing depth.
Coach John Gallagher announced the commitment of sophomore forward Ognjen Stankovic, highlighting his versatile skill set and global background.
In his first months at Kansas State, offensive line coach Mike Schmidt is reshaping the Wildcats’ front, blending transfer talent with a culture of effort and attitude, while securing a promising 2027 recruiting class.
Brody Chrisman, a standout outfielder for the University of Akron, has been selected to the ABCA/Rawlings All-Region Team following a season that placed him among the nation's top hitters.
The University of North Texas announced the hiring of Cole Christian, a seasoned assistant with stints at Iowa State, South Dakota State, Murray State and the University of Akron, where he helped shape NBA prospects.
The Cowgirls will face former teammates next year as key players move to new programs, reshaping the team under Coach Jacie Hoyt.
John Groce left the University of Akron for the College of Charleston with a contract that guarantees a $850,000 base salary, a $350,000 buyout, and performance incentives tied to tournament appearances, wins and fundraising.
John Groce transitions from the University of Akron to the College of Charleston under a five‑year agreement that blends a competitive base salary with performance incentives, retention bonuses, and a structured buyout framework.
The Zips announced Ford's hiring, detailing his contract, incentives and how the university plans to reinvest savings into player compensation.
College of Charleston announces the addition of Collin Terry as Director of Player Development and Austin Davis as Director of Sports Performance for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.
Season tickets for the upcoming 2026‑27 men’s and women’s basketball seasons are now on sale, with online renewal, electronic delivery and a September 30 deadline.
Rutgers’ 2027 class reaches 13 commitments, emphasizing developmental talent over the transfer portal.
Eastern Michigan University has released its full 2026 football schedule, highlighting season‑opening battles, national network placements and the continued ascent of quarterback Noah Kim, who topped the MAC in passing yards and touchdowns last season.
As the district semifinal round unfolds, Greater Akron high school baseball teams showcase elite performances, with players posting eye‑catching batting averages, home runs and strikeout totals that signal bright futures.
After a standout season at UVA Wise and a brief stint at Winthrop, forward Yoro Diallo has chosen the University of Notre Dame for the 2026‑27 campaign, citing a desire to push his limits both on the court and in the classroom.