La Familia Advances to TBT Semifinals with Thrilling Victory Over Boeheim’s Army
A dramatic comeback by La Familia, led by former Kentucky stars, clinches a semifinal spot in The Basketball Tournament.
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A dramatic comeback by La Familia, led by former Kentucky stars, clinches a semifinal spot in The Basketball Tournament.

The Basketball Tournament opens Saturday in Lexington, Kentucky, featuring eight alumni teams, a $2 million winner‑take‑all prize, and a marquee matchup between Montrezl Harrell and Willie Cauley‑Stein.

The Basketball Tournament’s alumni bracket kicks off July 21, featuring former Wildcats stars led by Jordan Henriquez‑Roberts and Martavious Irving.

Ohio State’s men’s basketball program is poised to chase its first Sweet Sixteen berth in more than a decade, driven by returning stars and a highly touted freshman.
Coach Casey Alexander announced a 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule that includes a marquee event in Las Vegas, a return matchup with Creighton and a high‑profile game against Wichita State in Kansas City.
The Wildcats' non‑conference slate features a November 3 home opener against South Dakota State, a Las Vegas tournament game versus Gonzaga, and a series of Big 12 matchups that will shape their NCAA tournament hopes.

The University of Pittsburgh announced the appointment of alumni Jamarius Burton and KJ Marshall as player development specialists for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, positioning them to shape practice strategy and skill development.
The AfterShocks, a Wichita State alumni squad, began this year's Basketball Tournament with a 98‑77 win over The Enchantment, setting the tone for a competition that has halved its field but doubled its prize pool.
The Lady Thunder missed the playoffs last year but return with a revamped roster, new point guards and optimism from head coach Tommie Johnson.
Archie Goodwin’s 22-point performance fuels La Familia’s 63-57 victory over The Ville, securing a semifinal berth in The Basketball Tournament.

Tommy LaPour, a right‑handed pitcher from TCU, was drafted 107th overall by the Minnesota Twins after a standout sophomore season and a challenging junior year marked by injury.
Right‑hander Tommy LaPour, a TCU transfer from Missouri, was selected 107th overall by the Minnesota Twins after a strong sophomore campaign and a challenging junior year.

The latest episode of the Shockers podcast offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at the team’s newest backcourt pieces, Jahari Long and Bryce Heard, as they gear up for the upcoming season.
The city won a competitive bid to host the tournament’s first round in 2027 and 2028, building on a decade of collaboration and a tight eight‑month preparation window.

Eastern Kentucky University has named Chad Gibney associate head coach after three consecutive 20‑win seasons, citing his role in a dramatic rise in the NCAA NET rankings and two postseason appearances.

The NCAA announced that Wichita, Kansas, will host the opening round games for the 2027 and 2028 Division I men's basketball tournaments, capitalizing on the field's recent expansion to 76 teams and the city's central location.
Kamron Cooper, a 6‑foot‑4 wing from Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, announced his pledge to the Wildcats, citing a family connection and a competitive recruitment process.
The Kansas squad, bolstered by five Wichita‑area stars, secured the 2024 High School Baseball National Championship Series with a dominant performance at Omaha's Charles Schwab Field.

New players join the roster, each with unique backgrounds and abilities.

Alec Blair, a versatile outfielder from Oklahoma's recent national championship team, has committed to Texas A&M, bringing a .247 average, 18 RBIs and a home run against the Aggies this season.
Drew Dickerson, a sophomore outfielder from Oklahoma, announced his commitment to the University of Florida on July 1, bringing a national championship pedigree and solid hitting stats to the Gators' lineup.

Sam Kearns, a former assistant coach at East Central University and graduate assistant at Texas A&M–Corpus Christi, will oversee player development for the Shockers beginning in the 2026‑27 campaign

Wichita State announces the hiring of Sam Kearns, a veteran player development specialist, to lead the program’s growth initiatives for the 2026‑27 season.

Georgia added four transfers in a single day, highlighted by right‑hander Matthew Cuccias and shortstop Casey McCoy, propelling the program to the top of the transfer portal rankings.