Former Bearcats Point Guard Michael Horton Dies at 50
Michael Horton, a former University of Cincinnati basketball standout, passed away at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy of tenacity and defensive excellence.
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Michael Horton, a former University of Cincinnati basketball standout, passed away at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy of tenacity and defensive excellence.

The University of Cincinnati announced its 50th Hall of Fame class for 2026, highlighted by former Bearcats standout Jason Kelce, whose induction precedes the historic 100th Homecoming football game against Texas Tech.

UC basketball fans will see coach Jerrod Calhoun's first game in the Bahamas during the Baha Mar Summer League after travel delays postponed the team's initial matchup.
The University of Cincinnati's men's basketball team is now composed solely of transfers, reflecting the growing influence of name, image and likeness opportunities. The roster includes players from a wide range of schools and will begin its foreign schedule with exhibitions in the Bahamas before the regular season.

A recent survey maps the primary sports passions of the nation's leading colleges, revealing how football and basketball shape tradition, fan devotion and institutional pride across campuses from the East Coast to the West Coast.

Finley Bizjack, who left Butler for West Virginia, says the Mountaineers boast the most talented roster he has ever played with, a claim that aligns with the program’s recent Crown championship and its push to end a three‑year NCAA Tournament drought.

A look at the 2026 coaching changes, from Mike Boynton at Michigan to Michael Malone at North Carolina, and how their backgrounds could shape the sport's future.

A former college basketball standout from Estonia faces federal charges after prosecutors say he orchestrated a fraud that stole over $2 million by fabricating personal hardships.

A former college basketball player faces federal charges after allegedly fabricating personal hardships to secure more than two million dollars from investors, while his athletic career spanned several universities and an upcoming stint in Estonia.

A federal indictment unsealed this week alleges that former West Virginia guard Kerr Kriisa orchestrated a multi‑year scheme to defraud victims of over $2 million, using fabricated stories about his mother’s cancer and a threatened family farm to extract repeated payments.

Kerr Kriisa, a six‑year college veteran who played for four programs, was taken into custody by the FBI in Lexington and will be sent to West Virginia to answer charges that have drawn federal attention.

Kerr Kriisa, a former point guard for West Virginia, Kentucky and Cincinnati, was arrested on allegations of a multimillion‑dollar fraud scheme tied to his time at West Virginia. The case remains shrouded in uncertainty as legal proceedings loom.

Kerr Kriisa’s detention and upcoming court appearance shed light on a complex fraud allegation that spans his collegiate journey.
Kerr Kriisa, a 25‑year‑old Estonian native and former NCAA standout, was arrested by the FBI in Lexington, Kentucky, and is awaiting extradition to West Virginia for a court hearing related to a multimillion‑dollar fraud scheme.

Former Cincinnati standout Connor Barwin will be honored in 2026 for a career that blended on‑field dominance, media production, and philanthropic leadership.

Coach Keith LeGree was dismissed after allegations of drug, weapon and gang activity within his basketball program, a move backed by the school board despite his denial and continued role as a teacher.
The University of Cincinnati’s basketball program is entering a pivotal phase as third‑week summer workouts under new head coach Jerrod Calhoun take shape, emphasizing unity and teamwork while preparing for an August trip to the Bahamas.

ESPN’s Joe Lunardi places West Virginia among the first teams projected to miss the NCAA tournament, even as the program celebrates a recent championship and a revamped roster.
Head coach Jerrod Calhoun is shaping a 13‑player transfer squad, drawing on former Utah State standouts and community ties to build a competitive unit for the upcoming season.

Bob Huggins, the winningest coach in Cincinnati Bearcats history, will be inducted into the James P. Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame on October 23, 2026, a tribute that underscores his lasting impact on Bearcats basketball.
Veteran analyst Jason Williams explains why his criticism of former University of Cincinnati coach Bob Huggins remains unchanged, even as the program moves forward under Jerrod Calhoun, and shares insights into the relationships that have shaped his perspective.
Pop star Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Knicks and Cavaliers in Cleveland, where the Cavaliers trailed at halftime.

A look at the upcoming schedule, historic matchups and the recent 80‑77 victory that highlighted both teams' resurgence.