
Maryland’s 2027 Football Class Expands with New Commitments
Recent verbal pledges from offensive linemen and a quarterback, along with visits and regional athlete performances, highlight Maryland’s active recruiting and scheduling moves.
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Recent verbal pledges from offensive linemen and a quarterback, along with visits and regional athlete performances, highlight Maryland’s active recruiting and scheduling moves.

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Under head coach Will Stein, Kentucky is making a strong push for elite offensive line talent, with Dominic Black poised to commit soon.

Under head coach Will Stein, Kentucky football is leveraging visits and offers to sway top prospect Dominic Black, a No. 19 national tackle, away from rival programs.

Coach Mike Young has bolstered Virginia Tech’s roster with transfers, while the NCAA Tournament expands and the ACC schedule omits a matchup with Duke.

Four-star recruit Luke Braham, a standout from University High School in West Virginia, announced his verbal commitment to Virginia Tech after receiving offers from several Power Five programs. Coach Eric Snyder highlighted his leadership and work ethic, predicting a bright future for both the player and the program.

The 2026 Virginia Tech baseball team clinched its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2022, finishing 30‑26 overall and earning a No. 2 seed in the Los Angeles Regional.

Eltayeb Eltayeb, a Sudan‑born prospect who starred at Sunrise Christian Academy, pledged to the Hokies after a 21.3‑point season, with plans to redshirt and develop his frame.

Virginia Tech secured a verbal commitment from 6‑foot‑8 forward Eltayeb Eltayeb, a Sudanese native who excelled at Sunrise Christian Academy, bringing size, shooting and international flair to the 2026 recruiting class.

The Mountaineers are one win away from hosting a super regional for the first time, driven by a resilient comeback over Kentucky and a determined coach.

After an early exit from the Los Angeles Regional, Virginia Tech baseball is focusing on retaining key players, adding talent via the transfer portal, and making contact with South Carolina pitcher Patrick Dudley, a promising left‑hander with a 2.45 ERA.

Four‑star power forward Sydney Mobley has cut her recruitment to three schools, planning official visits to Illinois, Ohio State and Virginia Tech. Her choice will impact Illinois’ rebuilding efforts after a season marked by transfers, injuries and new arrivals.

Recent moves see assistant coach Darren Guensch head to Virginia, Ke'Sha Blanton join the Hokies staff, and Division II star Natalee Goff commit, while the NCAA Tournament field swells to 76 teams, guaranteeing Virginia Tech a spot.
Coach Kenny Brooks believes the Wildcats' blend of experienced transfers, McDonald's All‑Americans and returning sharpshooters could make them one of the nation's most potent shooting teams.

Veteran coach Curt Newsome, celebrated for his role in James Madison University’s 2004 national championship and his distinguished career at Emory & Henry, has died, leaving a lasting imprint on Virginia football.

After building a three‑run lead, the Bruins saw their offense stall and a mid‑game pitching change backfire, allowing Saint Mary's to clinch a 5‑4 victory and extend a rare pattern of top seeds falling short.

The UCLA Bruins saw a dominant regular season evaporate in a walk‑off loss to Saint Mary’s, raising questions about their postseason resilience and future direction.

Curt Newsome, who led Emory & Henry University’s football team for ten seasons, died earlier this week at the age of 67. His legacy includes a winning record, conference honors, and a pivotal role in the program’s move to Division II.

After a 7‑17 record over the past two seasons, the Seminoles are reshaping their roster, pinning hopes on key returnees and a tough schedule that could define their ascent.

Virginia Tech and Emory & Henry University announced the passing of longtime assistant coach Curt Newsome, a figure whose influence stretched across decades of collegiate football and countless lives.

The UCLA Bruins, the nation’s top‑ranked team, will meet the Saint Mary’s Gaels in a winner‑takes‑all game on Sunday, with a berth in the NCAA Super Regionals on the line.

Three-star running back Tai Phillips impressed by Florida State during a recent campus tour and is set for an official visit on June 5, a pivotal moment in his recruitment that may reshape the Seminoles' class.

In a surprising turn, Luke Braham, a highly touted offensive line prospect from Morgantown, announced his pledge to Virginia Tech, passing up West Virginia and a slate of other major programs.

Curt Newsome, a revered offensive line coach whose career spanned decades of college football, passed away at 67. Tributes highlight his role in building championship programs at Virginia Tech and James Madison, as well as his early roots in Virginia high school football.