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Walsh Jesuit, a 15‑12 squad with championship aspirations, will meet Hoover on June 12 in the Division II state semifinal, aiming to add another title to its storied program.
The university’s latest roster reveals how fresh talent will wear numbers steeped in program history, from retired jerseys to digits that have only ever been sported by a handful of players.
Former Delaware star and longtime assistant Mike Pegues is set to join the University of Connecticut staff, where he will focus on developing the program’s emerging big men and leveraging deep ties to the DMV recruiting corridor.
Mike Pegues, a former Delaware standout who once held the school's all‑time scoring record, has been added to the University of Connecticut's men's basketball coaching staff as an assistant coach. His arrival adds a seasoned voice that blends on‑court instruction with a deep connection to the talent‑rich DMV recruiting corridor.
In his first year at the helm, Chris Mack has assembled a 15‑player roster, highlighted by returning star Joshua Lewis, while citing support from Athletic Director Rob Higgins and a schedule designed to test the Bulls early.
The university announced the full slate of matches for the 2026 season, highlighting a blend of home and away fixtures that will test the team's depth and set the stage for a potential tournament comeback.
UConn hires Mike Pegues as an assistant coach, replacing Luke Murray, who left for Boston College. Pegues' background, recruiting ties, and focus on developing big men align with the team's upcoming roster moves.
UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.
UConn announced the hiring of Mike Pegues as an assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College. Pegues joins Dan Hurley’s staff alongside Kimani Young and Mike Nardi, while Justin McClelland takes on a strength‑conditioning role.
Mike Pegues replaces Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College, rounding out a staff that also welcomes Justin McClelland as director of strength and conditioning.
Mike Pegues, a standout recruiter from the DMV area, has been hired to replace Luke Murray on the UConn men's basketball coaching staff, bringing his proven ability to develop big men and connect with top local talent.
Pegues, a longtime collaborator of Luke Murray and a scoring legend from the University of Delaware, is set to bring his experience to the University of Connecticut, where he will work alongside Dan Hurley and the rest of the staff.
The University of Connecticut announced that Mike Pegues, a standout scorer from the University of Delaware and former assistant at Louisville and Butler, will join the program as an assistant coach, succeeding Luke Murray who has taken a head‑coaching position at Boston College.
Xavier announced its 2026 men’s soccer slate, featuring 11 home matches at Corcoran Field, a challenging lineup of top‑25 opponents, preseason showdowns and the return of key players, including MLS SuperDraft selections Jabari De Coteau and Cooper Forcellini.
With eight new players set to join a squad that returns only three rotational athletes, Coach Dan Hurley is balancing veteran loyalty with fresh talent while navigating a schedule that includes marquee matchups against Duke, Kansas and St. John’s.
The University of Connecticut is preparing for a demanding season that includes a revamped roster, high‑profile newcomers and a slate of games against top opponents.
UConn’s men’s basketball team opens summer workouts on June 1, 2026, aiming for a fourth Final Four and a third national title in five years, while navigating a wave of transfers, freshmen and coaching changes.
Coach Sean Miller's second year at Texas brings a revamped roster, major financial commitments, and a challenging non‑conference schedule, positioning the Longhorns as a preseason top‑10 team.
From bench player to starter, Royce Parham’s statistical leap and clutch performances have propelled Marquette in the conference race.
Rocco Gump’s 10‑hit, three‑home‑run performance earned him the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player award, but Creighton’s defense slipped in the championship game.
St. John's University clinched its 11th Big East Tournament title with a 5‑3 victory over Creighton, overcoming a 3‑1 deficit and sealing a historic double that guarantees an automatic NCAA Tournament spot.
Top-seeded St. John's will meet fourth-seeded Creighton in the championship game of the 2026 BIG EAST Baseball Championship at Prasco Park, a contest that will decide the conference title and a automatic NCAA Tournament spot.
St. John's baseball team posted a historic 17‑6 win over Xavier, establishing new tournament records for runs and margin of victory while securing a shot at the championship and an automatic NCAA bid.
St. John's 17‑6 win over Xavier propels them into the BIG EAST championship final, highlighted by a program‑record 17 runs and standout performances from Will Cowan and Jayder Raifstinger