Hubbertville Lions Capture State Baseball Championship in Dramatic Comeback
The Hubbertville baseball squad rallied in the final at-bat to defeat their opponents 10-2, earning the state crown and a Blue Map Trophy.
May 22, 2026
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Paki Finau’s Move to BYU Bolsters the Cougars’ Offensive Line
Washington’s standout lineman Paki Finau joins BYU, filling a critical void and earning immediate praise as the Cougars prepare for the upcoming season.
May 22, 2026
Big Ten’s Playoff Proposal Challenges SEC’s Dominance
The Big Ten's push for a 12‑ or 24‑team College Football Playoff reshapes the conversation, sidelining the SEC's preferred 16‑team model and testing the influence of commissioner Greg Sankey ahead of the spring meetings.
May 22, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers’ 2026 Transfer Class Climbs National Rankings
Wisconsin's 2026 transfer class has risen to No. 15 in the On3/Rivals composite and No. 38 in the 247Sports rankings, underscoring a new era of roster building that blends high‑profile portal signees with a strong home‑grown core.
May 21, 2026
Celebrating Louisiana’s Baseball Legends Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
A USA TODAY Sports initiative honors the region's high school baseball standouts whose careers left a lasting mark on the sport.
May 21, 2026
NCAA’s Five-Year Eligibility Rule Could Reshape Kansas State Roster Planning
A new NCAA proposal would grant athletes five years of eligibility starting from high school graduation or age 19, potentially affecting roster decisions for Kansas State football and basketball
May 21, 2026
Arkansas Secures Victory Over Tennessee Despite Key Player’s Injury
Arkansas overcame the loss of star hitter Kuhio Aloy to defeat Tennessee 8-4 in the SEC Tournament, with backup Carter Rutenbar stepping in and the team’s power surge led by Zack Stewart and Camden Kozeal.
May 21, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Powers Past Tennessee in SEC Tournament Quarterfinal
Arkansas erupted for an 8‑4 victory over Tennessee, highlighted by long‑distance homers from Kozeal and Stewart and a three‑run blast by TJ Pompey, propelling the Razorbacks into a Friday matchup with Texas.
May 21, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Eyes NCAA Tournament After SEC Quarterfinal Clash with Texas
Arkansas baseball clinches a SEC quarterfinal berth, rides a strong pitching performance to an 8‑4 win over Tennessee, and prepares for a pivotal showdown with fourth‑ranked Texas that could shape its NCAA Tournament fate.
May 21, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Eyes SEC Quarterfinal Showdown with No. 4 Texas
After an 8‑4 win over Tennessee, Arkansas prepares to face Texas in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals, a matchup that could reshape its postseason trajectory.
May 21, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers Basketball: Patience in the Final Roster Spot
With 14 of 15 scholarships already accounted for, the Badgers are deliberately holding out for the right fit, while the NCAA's pending eligibility rule could reshape roster planning.
May 21, 2026
Gordo Greenwave Fall Short in Class 3A Title Series
Despite a 30‑10 record and a strong finish, the Greenwave were swept by Glenwood for the second straight year, a result that coach Jonathan Pate says underscores the value of simply competing at the highest level.
May 21, 2026
Big 12 Announces 2026 Baseball Tournament Schedule and Broadcast Details
The 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament will run from May 19 to May 23 at Surprise Stadium, featuring the conference’s top 12 teams, a full broadcast slate on ESPN networks, and streaming via the ESPN app and Fubo. Kansas, the regular‑season champion, begins play as the No. 1 seed.
May 19, 2026
UNC Baseball Secures Top‑Five National Seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament Projections
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.
May 19, 2026
Arkansas Baseball’s Late‑Game Ace: James DeCremer’s Rise
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.
May 18, 2026
FSU Baseball Locks In No. 3 Seed for ACC Tournament
Florida State’s baseball team wraps up a dominant regular season, earning a top seed and a favorable matchup in the upcoming ACC Tournament.
May 18, 2026
Disney’s ‘Safety’ tells the true story of Clemson’s Ray Ray McElrathbey
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
May 18, 2026
Kansas State Extends Pete Hughes’ Contract Amid Turbulent Season
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.
May 18, 2026
Shreveport Times Launches Athlete of the Week Voting
Online voting is now open for the Shreveport Times High School Athlete of the Week, honoring non‑football athletes across northwest Louisiana.
May 18, 2026
Peoria’s Basketball Legends: The Top 10 Boys Who Defined Illinois Hoops
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.
May 17, 2026
Peoria’s Basketball Legends Among USA TODAY’s 250 Greatest Sports Icons
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.
May 17, 2026
Peoria’s Basketball Legends Among USA TODAY’s Greatest Sports Figures
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.
May 17, 2026
Northridge Baseball Season Ends After Pitch Count Violation
A senior pitcher's one-over limit caused a forfeit, ending Northridge's 34-9 season and prompting a coach's public admission.
May 16, 2026
Penn State’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Climbs to No.5 Nationally
Penn State's 2027 recruiting class jumps to No.5, driven by major commitments and still eyeing top targets.
May 16, 2026