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The 2026 All-State Girls Soccer squad, announced by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, celebrates top performers across classifications, featuring repeat first‑team honorees and a deep pool of college recruits.
From graduate assistant to full‑time assistant, AJ Stroop’s journey reflects a deep commitment to Western Carolina basketball and the broader athletic community.
The Yellowjackets’ latest recruiting haul features five Montana natives, a standout from Western Carolina and several newcomers from abroad, aiming to sustain the program’s recent streak of 20-win seasons.
The University of Cincinnati’s offensive line is once again in the conversation for the prestigious Joe Moore Award, a honor that celebrates the nation’s most dominant front five.
The annual Southern Conference Media Day in Greenville, S.C., set the stage for the upcoming football season, revealing poll rankings, player accolades and the Mocs' historic momentum.
Mercer’s senior standout Brayden Smith was named Offensive Player of the Year while Furman’s Joshua Stoneking earned Defensive Player of the Year, setting the tone for a competitive 2026 season that opens on August 27.
The UNC Greensboro baseball team was honored with the 2025‑26 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award, maintaining a 3.25 GPA and joining four other SoCon programs in the distinction, while three players earned postseason honors.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's basketball team finished the season with 20 wins, shared the Southern Conference title, but fell short in the tournament final, prompting a roster overhaul and a focus on defensive improvement.
The Midlands region of South Carolina continues to produce elite football talent, with seniors like Peyton Bishop and Corey Gleaton drawing significant recruiting attention as they consider their college options.
The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee announced the election of Jeff Konya as vice chair and future chair, alongside updates to championship operations and a new bracketing approach for the 2027 championship.
Assistant coach Tony Rack leaves a thriving program at Winthrop to join Notre Dame, driven by family legacy and a desire to contribute to a storied basketball tradition.
The Hawkeyes open the 2026 season against Northern Illinois, a team bolstered by transfer quarterback Taron Dickens, whose 2025 performance sets a high bar for the upcoming clash.
Northern Illinois' offseason moves make their matchup with Iowa more competitive than in recent years.
The Hawkeyes are favored to beat the Huskies on Sept. 5, but the emergence of transfer quarterback Taron Dickens adds a new layer of challenge for Iowa's revamped defense.
Iowa is favored to beat Northern Illinois on Sept. 5, but the Huskies' new quarterback Taron Dickens brings a potent offensive threat that could make the game far more competitive than initially expected.
After being released by North Carolina for academic reasons, record‑setting quarterback Taron Dickens has committed to Northern Illinois, where he will look to add depth and experience as the Huskies prepare for their inaugural season in the Mountain West.
A look at the upcoming October 2 matchup, key player storylines, and broadcast details.
The university’s women’s soccer program revealed an 11‑player signing class that blends experienced collegiate transfers with a wave of fresh talent, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.
The Tigers are betting on a collective shooting upgrade, adding players like Kennard Davis Jr., Jordan Crawford and Cord Stansberry to diversify a portfolio that has long relied on spot‑up and pull‑up threats.
The 2026 All‑State Girls Basketball team, presented by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, showcases 24 players from across North Carolina, recognizing repeat first‑team members, multi‑time selections and their college destinations.
Cincinnati Bearcats head coach Scott Satterfield is steering the program toward a fresh start, focusing on a roster filled with newcomers, a renewed emphasis on responsible gambling, and a schedule that promises marquee matchups.
Coach Micah Shrewsberry unveiled a refreshed staff, promoting Mike Farrelly to associate head coach and adding Tony Rack, Isaiah Thompson and Colin McGettigan to key roles.
On June 11, Notre Dame revealed a series of staff changes, promotions and new appointments that will shape the team's approach as it prepares to open the 2026‑27 season in Rome against Villanova.
Shayane Poirot, who previously played for and assisted the Cougars, is now the head coach of the Western Nebraska Community College women's basketball team, aiming to build on a strong tradition of excellence.