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The University of Central Arkansas announces key staff promotions and the hiring of assistant coach Creighton Lebo following a record‑breaking campaign that saw the Bears capture the ASUN regular‑season championship and finish 22‑12 overall.
South Arkansas Community College announced that sophomore standouts Jacoby Davis, Jalen Lee and Tyler Smith have signed to continue their athletic and academic careers at four-year institutions.
Southeast Missouri State University begins its preseason camp, aiming for a strong start under head coach Tom Matukewicz as the team readies for a demanding schedule and milestone season.
The Bears begin 18 practices on July 30, featuring a mix of returners, transfers and freshmen, with key defensive and offensive players already named to preseason honors.
The Redhawks' 16‑game schedule, announced by head coach Briley Palmer, features early road tests, a home debut at the Show‑Me Center and a West Coast swing that culminates with games against Arizona and Grand Canyon.
Missouri's defense will rely on a mix of experienced returnees and newcomers to fill the void left by last season's starting safeties.
The United Athletic Conference (UAC) unveiled its debut men's basketball slate, highlighting Eastern Kentucky University's 16‑game schedule, key matchups, coaching storylines, and ticket renewal details.
The Texans' 2026‑27 United Athletic Conference schedule spans nine weeks, featuring 16 conference matchups, doubleheaders and a final tournament in March.
The United Athletic Conference announced the 2027 conference slate for Tarleton State Women's Basketball, highlighting 16 games, eight home contests at the EECU Center, and the team's recent 1,000th win.
A preseason coaches poll predicts a battle between Abilene Christian Wildcats and Tarleton State Texans for the 2026 United Athletic Conference football championship, setting the stage for a November 7 rivalry game at Memorial Stadium.
A recent preseason coaches poll names the Abilene Christian Wildcats and Tarleton State Texans as the United Athletic Conference’s favorites for the 2026 championship, noting their recent dominance and an upcoming rivalry game.
Coach Ryan Pannone is assembling a promising roster for Arkansas State, with guard Nate Lyon's recent pledge underscoring the program's recruiting momentum.
Wes Gardner, a right‑handed pitcher who played for several major league teams between 1984 and 1991, died on June 10. His legacy endures through his mentorship of future star Cliff Lee and his induction into the University of Central Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame.
The Wildcats will open the season with a four‑game home stand, travel to Sioux Falls and Fort Myers for tournaments, and face several 2025‑26 postseason teams, including Minnesota, NC State and Villanova.
Kansas State announces a challenging 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring nine home contests, tournaments in Sioux Falls and Fort Myers, and matchups against Power‑4 and elite mid‑major programs.
Kelsey Melear, a four‑year starter and three‑time all‑conference selection, has announced her intention to join the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, citing its academic strength and top‑level soccer as decisive factors.
Ashour Peera, a former University of Florida staffer, has been appointed head coach of the Gainesville High School football program, bringing more than twenty years of coaching experience to a team that has posted an 8‑32 record over the past four seasons. He defines success as a combination of on‑field progress, academic achievement and the ability to navigate the modern recruiting landscape, including NIL opportunities and the transfer portal. Having followed coach Billy Napier from Louisiana‑Lafayette to Gainesville in 2022, Peera draws on a network that includes former players such as Dalvin Cook, Ian Scott and Reggie Bush, and he plans to leverage that knowledge to rebuild the program from the ground up. The new coach emphasizes patience and process, acknowledging that the work will take time but insisting that the ultimate payoff will be seen in players’ college readiness and future opportunities.
The University of Arkansas will host Arkansas State on December 6, continuing a budding rivalry while also preparing for games against UCA and UAPB.
The Razorbacks will open the 2026‑27 campaign with a trio of in‑state contests, featuring a personal storyline involving Whitley Rogers and her sister‑coach Destinee Rogers, while seeking to improve on a challenging first year under Musick.
Connor Udland, a 6‑foot‑4 right‑hander from Katy, Texas, has chosen to continue his collegiate career at the University of Arkansas, turning a promising freshman season into a high‑profile transfer acquisition.
Connor Udland, a standout pitcher from Houston, has chosen Arkansas, joining a wave of transfers that has vaulted the Razorbacks to the top of the portal rankings.
Former University of Central Arkansas star Zeb Allen has pledged to the Arkansas Razorbacks, bringing his bat, speed and home‑run prowess to the SEC
Zeb Allen, a .306 career hitter with 30 home runs and 115 RBI, will join the University of Arkansas baseball program in 2027, bringing his proven bat and speed to the Razorbacks' lineup.
In her fourth season leading the Utah women’s basketball program’s performance staff, Lindsey Kirschman brings a unique blend of athletic experience, academic background, and mental‑health insight to the team.