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North Carolina’s baseball program is projected as a consensus top‑five national seed for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, backed by strong rankings, All‑ACC honorees and a potential historic ACC championship.
James DeCremer’s recent outings have turned the Arkansas Razorbacks’ pitching staff from a liability into a late‑inning stabilizer, offering a glimpse of postseason promise.
Florida State’s baseball team wraps up a dominant regular season, earning a top seed and a favorable matchup in the upcoming ACC Tournament.
The movie 'Safety' dramatizes Ray Ray McElrathbey’s journey of raising his brother while playing for Clemson, navigating NCAA hurdles, and earning recognition for Disney’s adaptation
Kansas State University announced a contract extension for head baseball coach Pete Hughes despite a season plagued by injuries and late-game losses, highlighting his eight-year tenure and the team's 30-plus win streaks.
Online voting is now open for the Shreveport Times High School Athlete of the Week, honoring non‑football athletes across northwest Louisiana.
USA TODAY Sports spotlights the ten standout high school boys from Peoria, Illinois, whose on‑court feats reshaped the local basketball landscape and launched successful collegiate and professional careers.
USA TODAY Sports celebrates the 250 greatest American sports figures, spotlighting Peoria’s rich basketball heritage and the ten high school stars who rose to national prominence.
USA TODAY Sports celebrates the top 10 boys basketball players from Peoria, Illinois, whose high school achievements resonated through college and professional careers, highlighting the city's enduring impact on the sport.
A senior pitcher's one-over limit caused a forfeit, ending Northridge's 34-9 season and prompting a coach's public admission.
Penn State's 2027 recruiting class jumps to No.5, driven by major commitments and still eyeing top targets.
Wisconsin’s football and basketball programs rank among the conference’s top‑five in attendance, the only school to achieve this in both sports, while fan sentiment and fiscal pressures mount.
Clemson led 1‑0 entering the ninth inning against Virginia Tech, only to see the Hokies rally with two runs. The walk‑off sequence, featuring Nick Locurto and Pete Daniel, dropped the Tigers to eight ACC series losses and forced a must‑win scenario in the ACC Tournament.
Isaiah Hill, the No. 1 center in the 2027 class, announced his commitment to Purdue, praising the program’s development track and a relationship that began in eighth grade.
North Carolina’s baseball squad, No. 2 in the nation, defeated N.C. State 9‑4 in the opener, with pitcher Jason DeCaro delivering eight strikeouts and Tyler Howe and Owen Hull providing the power surge.
Four-star linebacker Kenneth Simon II pledged to Alabama, citing family ties and a desire to make his mark in the SEC.
Lane Kiffin faces intense scrutiny as LSU’s new head coach, with a playoff‑or‑bust mandate, a controversial Vanity Fair interview, and a fan base still nursing old grievances.
At the 2026 NBA Combine, Arkansas prospects Billy Richmond III and Trevon Brazile delivered mixed results, highlighting both promise and questions about their professional futures.
The modern era of college football brings both opportunity and chaos as the transfer portal and name, image, and likeness deals reshape rosters, leaving coaches seeking predictable structures and clear eligibility rules.
Only one starter returns on Alabama's offensive line, but the unit's blend of transfers and developing talent offers a promising outlook for the SEC season.
With only Michael Carroll returning as a starter and a roster heavy on newcomers, Alabama’s offensive line is among the youngest in the SEC. Coach DeBoer’s focus on development over shortcuts aims to turn inexperience into a competitive advantage.
The 6‑foot‑7 wing from Florida, once pledged to LSU, announced his commitment to the University of North Carolina, bringing size, perimeter scoring and defensive versatility to Chapel Hill.
In a recent ESPN podcast appearance, Kalen DeBoer outlined his philosophy for the Crimson Tide's quarterback competition, emphasizing real‑time contributions over future potential.
From knuckleball mastery to managerial triumphs, the latest USA TODAY Sports tribute shines a light on five Brevard County baseball standouts whose careers have shaped the sport.