UConn Adds Pegues and McClelland to Coaching Staff for 2026‑27
UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.
Jun 8, 2026
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UConn Adds Mike Pegues to Coaching Roster
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.
Jun 8, 2026
UConn Adds Mike Pegues to Coaching Staff, Completing Roster of Assistants
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.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff as Assistant Coach
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.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff
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.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball 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.
Jun 8, 2026
Xavier Unveils 2026 Men’s Soccer Schedule with Ambitious Non‑Conference Roadmap
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.
Jun 2, 2026
UConn Men’s Basketball Eyes Fourth Final Four in Five Years
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.
Jun 1, 2026
UConn Basketball Sets Sights on Ambitious 2026‑27 Campaign
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.
Jun 1, 2026
UConn Basketball Gears Up for a Title‑Chasing 2026‑27 Season
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.
May 27, 2026
Texas Longhorns Basketball Poised for Top‑10 Start Under Coach Sean Miller
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.
May 26, 2026
Royce Parham’s Sophomore Surge Lights Up the Big East
From bench player to starter, Royce Parham’s statistical leap and clutch performances have propelled Marquette in the conference race.
May 26, 2026
Creighton Baseball Falls Short in BIG EAST Tournament Final as Rocco Gump Earns MVP Honors
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.
May 25, 2026
St. John’s Captures 11th Big East Baseball Championship
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.
May 24, 2026
St. John’s and Creighton Prepare for 2026 BIG EAST Baseball Championship Showdown
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.
May 24, 2026
St. John’s Dominates Xavier in Record-Breaking BIG EAST Tournament Victory
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.
May 23, 2026
St. John’s Crushes Xavier to Reach BIG EAST Championship Final
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
May 23, 2026
Xavier’s Big East Tournament Game Against St. John’s Postponed
Xavier's matchup with St. John's has been moved to Saturday due to expected inclement weather, while the team aims for its first NCAA Tournament berth since 2023.
May 22, 2026
UConn Huskies’ Season Ends Early in Big East Championship
The Huskies fell in two straight games at the Big East Championship, missing the NCAA Tournament for the second straight year while still sharing the regular‑season title.
May 22, 2026
Creighton Edges UConn 7-4 in High-Stakes BIG EAST Elimination Game
Creighton survived a late UConn comeback to win 7-4, advancing to face the loser of St. John's and Xavier on Saturday.
May 22, 2026
St. John’s and Xavier Set for Big East Semifinal Showdown
Top-seeded St. John's will meet third-seeded Xavier in the 2026 Big East Baseball Championship semifinals on Friday morning, with a championship spot on the line.
May 22, 2026
Creighton Baseball Falls in First Round of Big East Tournament
Creighton’s 29‑25 campaign concluded Tuesday night in a tightly contested Big East opener, prompting a quick turnaround toward an elimination clash with Xavier or Connecticut.
May 21, 2026
Purdue Basketball Set for Fort Myers Tip‑Off Showdown with DePaul and Oklahoma
Purdue will travel to Fort Myers for a Thanksgiving tournament featuring DePaul and Oklahoma, looking to build on a strong non‑conference schedule while preparing for Big Ten play.
May 21, 2026
Dayton Flyers to Host Notre Dame in Charity Exhibition for Jay’s Light
On October 17, 2025, the University of Dayton will welcome Notre Dame to UD Arena for a charity exhibition game benefiting Jay’s Light, continuing a tradition that blends college basketball rivalry with community outreach.
May 21, 2026