Alumni Rivals Set for 2026 Showdown in Manhattan
Kansas State’s Purple Reign will meet Kansas’s JHX Hoops on July 21, televised on FS1 and streamed on Fubo, as the 13th edition of The Basketball Tournament returns with a $2 million prize.
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Kansas State’s Purple Reign will meet Kansas’s JHX Hoops on July 21, televised on FS1 and streamed on Fubo, as the 13th edition of The Basketball Tournament returns with a $2 million prize.

A new study in NSCA Coach details how cameras that track barbell speed are being used to build tailored training plans for football players across different positions.

The University of Kansas will host a two-day 'Late Night in the Phog' event this fall, featuring a slate of exhibition matchups for both the men's and women's programs.
After a breakout 2026 season that captured the Big 12 title and an NCAA tournament run, head coach Dan Fitzgerald announced that his entire assistant staff will return for the 2027 campaign, citing loyalty, strong administration support and a shared vision for future growth.
After a breakout 2026 season, head coach Dan Fitzgerald chose to keep his entire coaching staff, turning down external offers to preserve a shared vision for growth.

A look at the standout college careers that defined the pantheon of men's basketball, highlighting achievements, championships and lasting impact.
Purple Reign opened the 2026 The Basketball Tournament with an 80‑61 victory over JHX Hoops, highlighted by Michael Beasley’s 20 points and a technical foul, setting the stage for a July 22 rematch in Topeka.
The Purple Reign alumni team rolled past JHX Hoops 80‑61, with Michael Beasley delivering a nostalgic showcase that blended scoring, playmaking and light‑hearted spectacle.

After three consecutive losing seasons, Chickasha hires veteran Steve Huff, whose extensive coaching background and proven success at previous schools bring fresh hope. The 2026 schedule features a demanding slate of games, highlighted by a season‑opening clash with Woodward and a homecoming matchup against Tecumseh.

The 2026‑27 college basketball season opens with a historic game in Rome, featuring a 76‑team NCAA Tournament field. As programs navigate coaching changes, roster overhauls and health concerns, fans brace for fresh narratives and unexpected outcomes.

Elon University announced the hiring of Steve Robinson, a coach with over 40 years of Division I experience and three national championships, as Special Assistant to the Head Coach of the men's basketball team.

The Basketball Tournament’s first‑round matchup pits Purple Reign, led by Michael Beasley, against JHX Hoops, a team anchored by Mario Chalmers and Billy Preston. The game will be streamed on FOX Sports 2 on July 22, 2026.

From record-breaking streetcar rides to small‑business lessons, Kansas City evaluates the summer's global soccer frenzy and looks ahead to upcoming international competitions.

The Kansas State alumni squad Purple Reign meets JHX Hoops on July 22 at 8 p.m. ET, with a win for JHX setting up a potential third game. The matchup will be televised on FS1 and streamed via DIRECTV, fuboTV and Sling.

The University of Washington announced the hiring of Charles Klask, a 25‑year NBA assistant and 2023 champion with the Denver Nuggets, as part of a broader staff reshuffle that also welcomes Rutgers guard Harun Zrno.

After announcing his retirement in April 2025, Steve Robinson is back in the coaching arena, taking a special assistant role at Elon University. His extensive history with championship programs and recent praise from Tommy Lloyd position him as a key figure in the university’s quest for its first NCAA Tournament appearance.
Archie Goodwin’s 22-point performance fuels La Familia’s 63-57 victory over The Ville, securing a semifinal berth in The Basketball Tournament.

Lagerald Vick, a former University of Kansas basketball player, now faces attempted first‑degree murder charges after a Memphis arrest; prosecutors have set bail at $1.5 million and added a firearm count.

A former University of Kansas basketball player was arrested after a Fourth of July party turned violent, with authorities alleging he shot a man during an argument.

A former University of Kansas basketball player was arrested after a shooting at a holiday party in Memphis.

A former University of Kansas basketball player, Lagerald Vick, has been charged with attempted first‑degree murder after allegedly shooting a man during a Fourth of July party. The victim identified Vick in a lineup, and he is currently held on a $1.5 million bond.

A former University of Kansas star, Lagerald Vick, has been charged with attempted first‑degree murder after a July 4 incident in Memphis. He is being held on a $1.5 million bond while prosecutors build their case.

A former University of Kansas basketball standout was arrested after police say he opened fire during a holiday party, with the victim later identifying him in a lineup.

A former University of Kansas basketball standout, Lagerald Vick, was arrested after allegedly opening fire on a fellow partygoer during a Fourth of July gathering, a sequence that ended with the victim identifying him in a lineup and the suspect being held on a hefty bond.