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Top high school basketball player Kellen Brewer has pledged to UC Santa Barbara, where he will train under former Country Day graduate Joe Pasternack, bringing his 20-point average and championship pedigree to the Gauchos.
UC Santa Barbara’s men’s soccer team battled No. 12 Marshall to a 1-1 draw at Harder Stadium, with Donovan Sessoms equalizing after an early penalty gave Marshall the lead.
A milestone season for UCSB men’s soccer blends historic anniversaries with a strategic schedule, new recruits and watch‑list honorees, all aimed at restoring national contention.
In a tightly contested preseason friendly, Donovan Sessoms opened his UC Santa Barbara scoring account with a 30‑yard strike, while goalkeeper Owen Beninga turned in a series of spectacular saves to preserve a 1‑0 victory over LMU.
UC Santa Barbara’s men’s and women’s soccer teams will host a free AYSO Skills Day on August 15 at Girsh Park in Goleta, featuring clinics for multiple age groups, face painting, and prize giveaways, while also announcing upcoming Parade Nights and the return of the Junior Gauchos program.
UC Santa Barbara Women's Soccer secured a 2-0 preseason victory, with goals from Standish and Halscheid, and will face LMU on August 12, streamed on ESPN+.
UCSB’s baseball legacy is under strain as the program grapples with a $60‑$70 million stadium renovation, scholarship expenses and the impact of NIL payouts on player retention.
The Cape Cod Baseball League celebrated top offensive and pitching performances for the week of July 26–August 1, 2026, highlighting Tommy Goodin's bat dominance and Raymond Olivas's mound mastery.
A late surge powered by Harvey’s bat and solid pitching propelled Brewster to an 8‑4 win over Yarmouth-Dennis, leaving the Whitecaps just one game back in the East Division standings.
The Beavers announced the arrival of Derek Saich, Ryan Noriego, Shawn Moore, Jackson Wegner and Cam McCoy, each bringing unique collegiate experience.
A look at six NBA players from California’s San Joaquin County, each with a distinct path from high school to professional stardom.
After a breakout season that saw him hit .400 with 28 home runs, sophomore outfielder Landon Hairston has decided to stay for his junior year, bolstering a Sun Devils team that will field a dramatically reshaped roster.
Jackson Kircher has opened eyes in the Cape Cod Baseball League with a string of scoreless outings, a combined no‑hitter and steady work on his command, while several fellow Razorbacks make their mark across summer circuits.
The inaugural season of the Women’s Pro Baseball League will showcase former college standouts, including transfers from Oregon to LSU and Florida to Georgia, as well as undrafted free agents signing with MLB clubs, while alumni of San Diego high schools prepare to compete.
Detroit Tigers right-hander Troy Melton has posted a 1.80 ERA and a 3.86 FIP over nine starts since returning from elbow inflammation, showcasing a dramatically improved cutter. His resurgence coincides with notable performances from prospects, overseas moves, and the passing of baseball legends.
After losing 21 players to the transfer portal, Grand Canyon University’s baseball program restocks with a diverse group of newcomers, headlined by two Jacksonville State transfers and a left‑handed pitcher prospect.
Rutgers announces its 2026 men’s soccer slate, opening August 20 with a mix of home fixtures and challenging away games against tournament‑qualified opponents.
Rutgers University has released its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting 16 regular‑season games, nine home contests at Yurcak Field, and a slate that includes several NCAA tournament teams from the previous year.
From a scholarship athlete at Binghamton University to the first Greek woman to call EuroLeague and FIBA World Cup games, Dora Panteli blends sports, media and entrepreneurship, inspiring a new generation of women in basketball.
The Orleans Firebirds faced the Chatham Anglers on Independence Day at Veterans Field, committing errors and struggling on the mound in an 8-4 loss.
Tasha Brown, a national champion and mental conditioning innovator, has been hired to lead peak performance for the Washington Huskies, aiming to revitalize the team's shooting and culture.
Syracuse University is courting 2028 three‑star guard Ka'Shawn Gill, a Flint native who has already logged minutes in the Overtime Elite circuit and now competes in the Adidas 3SSB league, as a host of programs eye his commitment.
The Rainbow Warriors dropped the final game of their series against UC Santa Barbara but captured a road series win, highlighted by strong performances from reliever Van Froling and hitter Tate Shimao, before returning home for a new four-game stretch.
A look at the latest performances and injuries of former Santa Barbara County high school and UCSB baseball players now competing professionally.