Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Injured in Kansas Turnpike Crash
Washburn University’s head men’s basketball coach Brett Ballard was seriously hurt after his vehicle left the Kansas Turnpike, striking infrastructure before he was rushed to hospital.
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Washburn University’s head men’s basketball coach Brett Ballard was seriously hurt after his vehicle left the Kansas Turnpike, striking infrastructure before he was rushed to hospital.

Blake Weiman, a Kansas alum and former eighth‑round draft pick, is set to become the first Jayhawk promoted to the majors since Ryan Zeferjahn, underscoring a new era for Kansas baseball.

From Alabama to Duke, teams are battling for starting quarterbacks, shaping expectations for the upcoming season.
Duke’s 2026 preseason lineup features three exhibition contests, including a return by former assistant Evan Bradds now leading Belmont, and rematches with Tennessee and Kansas that echo past triumphs.
Duke announces a three‑game preseason slate that revisits historic rivalries and features former assistant Evan Bradds now leading Belmont, while also testing the Blue Devils against Tennessee and Kansas.

The University of Cincinnati women's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on August 12 against Eastern Kentucky at Gettler Stadium, featuring a full slate of 18 matches, free home games and national ESPN+ coverage.

Hundreds gathered at the Granada Theater for a “Thank You Lawrence” party, honoring the Algerian soccer team, local police and the city’s hospitality, while artists and a young filmmaker captured the moment for a documentary.

A recent court decision opens the door for fifth‑year athletes to return for another season, reshaping roster strategies across the country and putting BYU in the mix for a high‑profile recruit.

A recent court ruling grants an additional season of eligibility to 2022‑23 players, prompting Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler to consider a return while top programs such as Kentucky, Kansas and BYU line up for his services.

A recent court decision has unlocked a fifth year of eligibility for college athletes, prompting former Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler to consider his next move, with BYU’s NBA‑style system emerging as a key factor

A recent judicial decision restores eligibility for outgoing four‑year seniors, opening the door for Michigan State’s Jaxon Kohler to potentially return and reshape the team’s roster dynamics.
The Big 12 secures elite senior commitments across its member schools, featuring standout players like Jalen Brewster and Jake Hildebrand, underscoring the conference's ability to attract top talent.

The county's leading wide receivers and tight ends are drawing national attention as they prepare for the 2026 season, each bringing impressive stats and firm college plans.
The University of Central Florida is gearing up for the 2026 college football season under head coach Scott Frost, with transfer Alonza Barnett III expected to lead a revitalized offense.

After two winless Big 12 seasons, the Cowboys hire Eric Morris, bring in key transfers, and schedule high‑profile matchups in hopes of a swift rebound.
The Jayhawks will face Pittsburg State, Louisville and Duke in a three‑game home preseason before the regular season, a schedule designed to boost attendance and test new talent.

A look at the standout performances of Jamier Montgomery and Brady Pettigrew, the rising prospects reshaping the recruiting landscape, and the growing trend of Illinois players heading to prep schools.

Coach Kevin Willard discusses the team’s identity, the influx of transfers and freshmen, and the ambitious non‑conference schedule that includes a Rome showdown with Notre Dame.

Amillia Prochnow, a 5‑foot‑8 guard from Overland Park, announced her commitment to the University of Kansas on Instagram, bringing a strong statistical profile and a stint in the Overtime Select circuit to the Jayhawks.

Steve Robinson, a longtime assistant under Roy Williams and former Arizona coach, has accepted a special assistant role on Billy Taylor’s Elon staff, bringing decades of experience and a track record of developing over 60 NBA players.

Head coach Lance Leipold suggests using University of Kansas and Kansas State campuses to host championship games, offering high school players a larger stage while coordinating with the Big 12 and involving Division II schools.

Duke’s preseason slate features a scrimmage with Belmont, a rematch against Tennessee and a return to Kansas’s Allen Field House, raising questions about coaching favors, financial incentives and historic significance.
The University of Kansas announces a high‑profile exhibition game against Duke on October 25, 2026, at Allen Fieldhouse, with a staggered ticket rollout and limited‑edition gear for fans.

Duke University’s men’s basketball program is preparing for the 2026‑27 season with a strong roster, a challenging preseason slate, and a clear goal of securing its sixth national championship.