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The 2026 World Cup highlights the growing role of NCAA programs in developing world‑class players, with numerous national teams basing their campaigns on college campuses and showcasing alumni who have risen from walk‑on beginnings to international stardom.
The Harwich Mariners posted a 2-3 record last week, highlighted by a no-hit performance from Jakob Schulz and a walk-off win, while their offense climbs to fifth in the league.
Cole Blevins went 4-for-4, Carter Durant hit a tying homer, and Parker Durant pitched a complete game as Rowan County took a 5-4 win over High Point in the first game of a best‑of-five Area 3 semifinal.
Khamari McGriff, a senior at Kansas State, joins the 2025‑26 NABC Honors Court after a season that saw him start every game and maintain a GPA above 3.2, while also earning a spot on the Winter Academic All‑Big 12 Team.
The Colonial Athletic Association released the complete 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule, outlining a balanced home and road slate for Campbell University, highlighted by key matchups and a national championship broadcast.
The CAA has announced its upcoming women's basketball slate, highlighting Drexel's home schedule, key road matchups, and the March championship in Washington, D.C.
The Aggies’ new conference slate begins with a New Year’s Eve rivalry against Elon and features matchups against Charleston, Hampton, Stony Brook and others, leading up to the March CAA tournament in Washington, D.C.
The Harwich Mariners posted a 3-2 record last week, highlighted by standout performances from TJ Ziermann, Cade Kurland and Niko Brini, while maintaining a strong offensive and pitching profile.
UNCW's men's basketball, men's soccer and women's soccer teams received the Coastal Athletic Association's Academic Excellence Awards, highlighting a department‑wide record GPA of 3.571 across 19 varsity programs.
A grand slam by Cole Blevins and dominant pitching from Brant Graham and Dylan Alexander lead Rowan County to a series sweep of Hamlet, setting up a high‑stakes semifinal against High Point.
Louisville welcomes former Tennessee assistant Roman Tubner to its women's basketball staff, joining a group of recent hires that includes Joanna Bernabei‑McNamee, Mike Bradbury and Gina Cerezuela, as the program seeks to strengthen its competitive edge.
Donovan Newby, a standout guard for UNCW’s men’s basketball team, is back on staff as the director of player personnel, bringing his on‑court experience and deep ties to the program to a front‑office role.
The Tar Heels erupted for seven runs in the first two innings, with Jackson Rose delivering a career‑high eight strikeouts and key hits from Cooper Nicholson and Jadyn Nunez, before preparing for a crucial matchup against Georgia Tech on Friday.
The board cleared multi‑year deals for Steve Smith, Matt Williams, Bill Cilento and Chad Oxendine, linking earnings to postseason milestones and leveraging past connections at Coastal Carolina.
Freshman guard Alva Hägerström signs with UNCW women's basketball, bringing Swedish championship experience and a playmaking vision to the 2026‑27 roster.
The Eagles will open the season at home against Florida Gulf Coast University on August 20, host Liberty in September and conclude the regular season with a trio of home games before the Sun Belt Tournament begins in November.
A dominant pitching performance and a potent offense propel Rowan County American Legion to a 13‑2 win, extending their streak and setting up a road trip to Mocksville.
Old Dominion's women's soccer team has released its 2026 slate, featuring seven home contests, a tough non‑conference slate and a Sun Belt schedule that includes matchups against Duke, Virginia Tech and a host of conference powerhouses.
Wilmington, North Carolina, has been a crucible for baseball since the late 1800s, from early professional clubs to today's collegiate summer leagues, preserving a tradition that spans generations.
Rowan County’s ninth straight win over Wadesboro was marked by late-inning heroics, strong pitching and upcoming challenges.
After a standout season at Louisville, Brittany Morris is set to rejoin NC State’s women’s basketball staff, bringing a proven track record of development and deep ties to the Raleigh community.
A look at how American university soccer programs are producing World Cup‑caliber players, serving as national team bases, and reshaping the pathway to the globe’s premier tournament
After stints at Louisville and several other programs, Brittany Morris is back at North Carolina State, bringing a strong coaching pedigree and a focus on player development.
Campbell University welcomes Moriah Crisp as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, bringing a strong playing background and recent coaching achievements.