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The Wildcats will open the season with a four‑game home stand, travel to Sioux Falls and Fort Myers for tournaments, and face several 2025‑26 postseason teams, including Minnesota, NC State and Villanova.
Kansas State announces a challenging 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring nine home contests, tournaments in Sioux Falls and Fort Myers, and matchups against Power‑4 and elite mid‑major programs.
Mark Turgeon, the newly hired coach of the Kansas City Roos, is reshaping the roster with a record‑breaking recruiting class and a clear ambition to return the program to the NCAA Tournament.
The University of South Florida baseball team saw its season conclude with a 32‑21 record after a heartbreaking loss to Wichita State on Senior Day.
Hawai'i opened its 2026 baseball campaign with a dramatic 4‑3 win over Gonzaga, highlighted by clutch hits from Tate Shimao, Elijah Ickes and Ben Zeigler‑Namoa, and a wild pitch that plated the game‑winning run.
Grant Karnes, a former Arkansas Razorbacks wide receiver, is switching to baseball and will join UA‑Fort Smith’s pitching staff after a redshirt season and a healed labrum.
Gene Wiley, a former Wichita State Shockers star and NBA veteran, passed away at 88. His life spanned championship basketball courts and a celebrated artistic career, leaving a lasting imprint on both sports and culture.
Kansas State’s cautious stance on stadium concessions reflects a broader conference shift, while its 2027 recruiting class showcases emerging talent amid coaching changes.
Texas A&M's baseball program faces a major transition with several star players heading to the 2026 MLB draft, prompting a wave of transfers and strategic roster changes.
The 11th annual Jeff Hill’s Future All‑American Basketball Camp brought together more than 350 youngsters in Wichita, where former Shocker players combined skill training with a strong emphasis on academic achievement.
Midland College’s baseball program sent 16 players to four-year institutions following a 53‑12 season that included a conference championship and a third‑place finish at the JUCO World Series.
A seasoned coach with a national championship and extensive SEC recruiting experience has accepted a new role with the University of Florida baseball program.
Austin Reaves' historic contract with the Lakers underscores a career built on resilience, strategic timing, and a humble background.
Cleo Littleton, a Hall‑of‑Fame‑caliber player for the Wichita State Shockers, died at 93, leaving a legacy of athletic excellence, community leadership, and family devotion.
Wichita State adds former 7‑foot‑5 player Connor Vanover to its coaching staff, offering a unique height advantage for developing center Will Berg.
The Aggies are reshaping their squad through the transfer portal, adding standout players while saying goodbye to several key contributors, aiming to reclaim a postseason berth.
Logan Prisco, a transfer from the University of South Carolina, has joined the Texas A&M baseball roster, adding depth to the pitching staff with a 3.45 ERA and 34 strikeouts from his recent season.
Caleb Kimble, a Houston native and former Cougars freshman, is set to pitch for Texas A&M next season, bringing three years of eligibility and a 3.97 ERA from his debut.
Wichita State’s senior guard Jordan Frison, a transfer from Tennessee‑Chattanooga, is focusing on maximizing his teammates’ strengths through precise passing and shooting, bringing a blend of experience and scoring prowess to a roster that returns ten players from a 24‑12 season.
Nick Jones, a Wichita native, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Friends University men's basketball team, bringing a blend of championship experience and personal conviction to the program.
The College Baseball Foundation announces that Gene Stephenson, longtime Wichita State head baseball coach, will be presented with the 2026 Wayne Graham Award for Teaching Excellence at the future College Baseball Hall of Fame in Overland Park, Kansas.
Landry Shamet’s playoff performances, shooting precision and relentless work ethic were instrumental in the Knicks’ first NBA championship since 1973, a feat that resonates with the franchise’s storied past.
UCLA’s John Savage received the Skip Bertman award, his team posted a program‑record 52 wins, and several players captured national player of the year accolades.
Coach John Savage was honored as Skip Bertman Coach of the Year after UCLA’s record‑setting 52‑win season, a run that included a perfect Big Ten sweep and a host of national player awards.