U.S. Faces Turkey in Final Group Match at SoFi
The U.S. men's national team wraps up its group stage with Turkey at SoFi, a game that offers playing time and momentum ahead of the knockout rounds.
Jun 25, 2026
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Brian Kelly Trades LSU Sideline for CBS Analyst Desk
Former LSU head coach Brian Kelly joins CBS Sports to analyze Mountain West football, reflecting on a career marked by a 34‑14 record, unmet championship hopes, and lingering questions about his future in coaching.
Jun 24, 2026
Spurs Secure Versatile Big Man in 2026 Draft
Jayden Quaintance was selected 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA draft, a move lauded by several major sports outlets for its defensive upside and long‑term fit alongside Victor Wembanyama.
Jun 24, 2026
Bulls Draft Caleb Wilson Fourth Overall, Earn A+ Grade
Caleb Wilson was chosen with the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a move praised by USA TODAY Sports and seen as a cornerstone for the Bulls' upcoming era.
Jun 24, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Finish No. 3 in Final Coaches Poll After Historic 2026 Baseball Run
Georgia’s 2026 baseball season ended as the nation’s third‑best squad, finishing with a 53‑14 record, SEC regular‑season and tournament championships, and a deep run to the final four of the College World Series.
Jun 24, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Ends Unranked as Coach Elander’s First Season Falls Short
After a streak of top‑10 finishes, the Tennessee Volunteers finished the season outside the rankings, earning just eight voting points. The early NCAA Tournament exit and a sub‑40 win season mark a rare downturn for a program that had been a mainstay in the SEC elite.
Jun 24, 2026
A Promising Quarterback’s Life Cut Short
The fatal crash involving Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder has sparked a statewide conversation about impaired driving, leading to the creation of a foundation aimed at promoting responsible decision‑making among youth.
Jun 24, 2026
EA Sports’ College Football 27 Ratings: Hype vs. Reality
EA Sports has unveiled its team ratings for College Football 27, spotlighting Oregon, Ohio State and Indiana among the top contenders. Yet history shows that such rankings rarely translate into actual championship success, raising questions about the true value of pre‑season predictions.
Jun 24, 2026
Bennett Stirtz Poised for First‑Round NBA Draft Impact
A standout senior season has Iowa’s Bennett Stirtz drawing first‑round interest, with multiple mock drafts linking him to the Toronto Raptors, Charlotte Hornets and Memphis Grizzlies.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Misses the Top 25 for First Time Since 2019
The Volunteers finished the 2026 campaign unranked, earning just eight votes, after losses to East Carolina and VCU ended a five‑year super‑regional run and marked the first time in six seasons they failed to reach 40 wins.
Jun 23, 2026
Texas A&M Baseball Ends NCAA Run Early, Yet Leaves Lasting Impressions
The Aggies' 2026 campaign concluded with a loss to USC, but a strong regular season and a Top‑20 USA TODAY Sports ranking underscore a promising foundation as new coaches and transfer players join the fold.
Jun 23, 2026
Oklahoma Secures 2026 College Baseball Crown as Gators Drop to No. 19
The Oklahoma Sooners captured the 2026 national championship, reshaping the SEC landscape while the Florida Gators fell to No. 19 in the final coaches poll.
Jun 23, 2026
Kansas Baseball Finishes 2026 Ranked No. 12, Eyes Future Success
After capturing the Big 12 regular‑season and tournament crowns and advancing to the Lawrence Super Regional, the University of Kansas baseball team finished the 2026 season No. 12 in the final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, the highest ranking for a Big 12 program outside of West Virginia.
Jun 23, 2026
Oklahoma Secures 2026 College Baseball Crown as Tennessee Falls Short
Oklahoma captured its third national championship with a 13-2 victory over North Carolina, while Tennessee finished the season 38-22 and earned eight votes in the final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.
Jun 23, 2026
Alabama Baseball Breaks 27-Year Drought, Secures College World Series Spot
Alabama’s baseball team finished fourth in the SEC, advanced to the College World Series for the first time since 1999, and sparked optimism for future success.
Jun 23, 2026
Four-Star Defensive Lineman Ben’Jarvius Shumaker Commits to Colorado Over Ole Miss
Ben'Jarvius Shumaker, a top‑rated defensive lineman from Choctaw County, Mississippi, announced his commitment to the Colorado Buffaloes after decommitting from Ole Miss. The move elevates Colorado's 2027 class, now ranked 46th nationally and fifth in the Big 12, and adds to a group of four four‑star prospects.
Jun 23, 2026
Iowa’s Basketball Legends: From High School Glory to NBA Stardom
A look at the Iowa-born athletes who dominated high school and college play, earned NBA championships, and left a lasting mark on the sport.
Jun 23, 2026
2027 Football Recruiting: The Race for the Most Coveted Prospects
From Monshun Sales’s Alabama roots to Xavier Sabb’s Oregon lean, the 2027 class is being charted by a series of official trips and emerging preferences.
Jun 23, 2026
North Carolina and Oklahoma clash in decisive 2026 College World Series final
A single game on June 22 will determine the 2026 College World Series champion, featuring a pitching duel between North Carolina and Oklahoma.
Jun 22, 2026
Alabama’s 2026 SEC Schedule: A Blend of Challenge and Opportunity
The 2026 schedule for Alabama features tough battles against Georgia, LSU and Texas A&M, yet the overall conference slate is viewed as the easiest in the SEC. Rankings, week‑by‑week opponents and the impact of the new nine‑game format are examined.
Jun 22, 2026
North Carolina and Oklahoma Open 2026 College World Series with Daytime Showdown
Game 1 of the 2026 College World Series championship series will be played on June 20 at 3 p.m. ET in Omaha, Nebraska, between North Carolina and Oklahoma, a matchup that pits two teams with strong postseason records against each other and will be streamed on ESPN platforms.
Jun 20, 2026
Rising Stars: Ricardo Pepi and Alejandro Zendejas Aim to Make Their Mark at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
A look at the journeys of Ricardo Pepi and Alejandro Zendejas, the sacrifices of their families, and the club careers that have positioned them for a breakthrough on soccer’s biggest stage.
Jun 19, 2026
Iowa’s Legends Among the 250 Greatest Sports Icons
USA TODAY Sports' ongoing series that ranks the 250 greatest American sports figures spotlights ten baseball players whose roots trace back to Iowa, showcasing a century‑spanning legacy of talent and achievement.
Jun 18, 2026
West Virginia and North Carolina Vie for CWS Semifinal Edge
West Virginia must win two games against North Carolina to reach the College World Series final, while the Tar Heels chase their first title since 2007. The showdown unfolds at Charles Schwab Field under the ESPN broadcast spotlight.
Jun 17, 2026