
Ethan Belchetz’s Draft Journey: From Top Prospect to Michigan State Commitment
A promising OHL season, a sudden injury, and a strategic college commitment reshape the trajectory of one of hockey’s most talked‑about prospects.
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A promising OHL season, a sudden injury, and a strategic college commitment reshape the trajectory of one of hockey’s most talked‑about prospects.

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.

Despite a 22.7 percent jump in operating expenses, the University of Maine’s hockey program balances a lean budget with a focus on player development, coaching impact and private support, positioning it as a model for mid‑tier collegiate programs.
Ohio State’s men’s basketball team is set to host Vanderbilt in a two‑year home‑and‑home series, while also traveling to face BYU, Kansas, Notre Dame and UConn. The slate reflects a deliberate push to test the Buckeyes against elite competition, and a familiar face — assistant coach Joel Justus — returns to the fold.

Ohio State will host Vanderbilt in Columbus on Nov. 24, 2026, before traveling to Nashville the following year, as part of a strategic slate that includes other power-conference foes.

Assistant coach Will Conroy reflects on the Trojans' roster depth, player development, and ambitions for the upcoming season.

The Wildcats have released their upcoming schedule, highlighting a strong home presence, a season‑opening series in St. Paul and a slate of conference opponents.
Minnesota's head coach Dawn Plitzuweit has agreed to a contract through 2032, securing a $1.1 million base salary and a performance‑linked escalation that places her among the highest‑paid women's basketball coaches in the nation.

Former LIU and UConn coach Mike Mordocco is set to bolster Yale's men's soccer program with a track record of conference titles and NCAA appearances.

After more than two decades of service as a player, coach and administrator, Jamelle Elliott is leaving the University of Connecticut women's basketball staff to pursue new challenges outside the program.

Cayden Suchy, a standout pitcher from UConn, has pledged to join Florida State's baseball program, adding depth and draft potential to the team's rotation.

After nearly two decades of service, Jamelle Elliott steps down from her assistant coaching role, closing a chapter that helped shape UConn’s women’s basketball dynasty.

Jamelle Elliott, a UConn alumna and longtime assistant coach, has announced her departure after 18 seasons, citing new opportunities, as the university initiates a national search for her successor.

After nearly three decades intertwined with the University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball dynasty, Jamelle Elliott announced her departure, citing new opportunities. Coach Geno Auriemma highlighted her pivotal role in seven national titles, while her career spans player championships, record‑setting performances, and administrative leadership.

A look ahead at the October 24, 2026 showdown between West Virginia and TCU, where the Horned Frogs aim to extend their series lead at home.

A look at how three key transfers are shaping the Spartans' attack and the pressures they face in the upcoming season

The Cavaliers return every key player from last season, bolstered by frontcourt talent and a data‑driven coach, but face a demanding slate that tests their backcourt inexperience.

The Badgers announced the hiring of Nick Peruzzi as an assistant coach, bringing a blend of college and junior experience to the program.
The Badgers announced Nick Peruzzi as their new assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Nick Oliver’s move to St. Cloud State. Peruzzi’s five‑year college coaching résumé and recent success with the University of Connecticut highlight his potential impact.

The University of Massachusetts has released its 2026 field hockey schedule, a demanding 18‑game slate that includes six contests against last year's NCAA Tournament teams and a series of home and away matchups across the Northeast and Midwest.

Nick Peruzzi, a seasoned coach with NCAA Tournament experience, has been named assistant coach for the Wisconsin Badgers, bringing a track record of success and a family-oriented background to the program.
With high expectations surrounding head coach Kenny Brooks and a schedule packed with marquee matchups, the Wildcats aim to extend their recent dominance and chase a breakthrough.

Brown University’s field hockey program announced its 2026 schedule, highlighting nine contests on its home turf at Goldberger Family Field and a challenging lineup that includes four teams from the 2025 NCAA Tournament. The Bears aim for a third straight Ivy League Tournament appearance after a record‑setting 2025 season.

After a 27‑8 season that ended in the Sweet 16, Michigan State’s basketball program looks to capitalize on returning stars, deep roster continuity, and a favorable schedule to contend for the Big Ten title next year.