Nationals Lock in 2026 Draft Class with a Blend of Power and Speed
Washington’s 2026 draft class blends polished hitters like Chris Hacopian with arms such as Cooper Allen, setting the stage for a competitive minor‑league roster
Jul 28, 2026
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Sun Belt Conference Sets Draft Record with 20 Selections in 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft saw twenty Sun Belt players selected, pushing the league’s all‑time draft total to 894 and reinforcing its reputation as a talent pipeline for Major League Baseball.
Jul 13, 2026
Gage Peterson Drafted by Washington Nationals in Seventh Round
The Washington Nationals selected Appalachian State pitcher Gage Peterson in the seventh round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a season that saw him dominate the Sun Belt and earn multiple accolades.
Jul 12, 2026
Sun Belt Standout Gage Peterson Leads 2026 Baseball Season Amid Transfer Buzz
Gage Peterson's award‑winning performance and projected draft status dominate a season marked by standout hitters, conference accolades, and a flurry of transfer announcements.
Jun 26, 2026
2026 Illinois High School Basketball All‑Star Games Roster Revealed
The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association has released the rosters for its 2026 annual high school all‑star basketball games, detailing schedules, divisions and regional teams.
Jun 8, 2026
Five App State Baseball Players Earn Academic All-District Honors
Appalachian State University announces that five baseball players have been named Academic All-District honorees, highlighting their outstanding performance both athletically and academically.
Jun 4, 2026
App State Baseball Falls 6-5 to Texas State in SBC Tournament Opener
A late RBI double by Ethan Puig cut the deficit to one, but App State couldn't tie the game, losing 6-5 to Texas State in the SBC Tournament.
May 20, 2026
Texas State Baseball Eyes At-Large NCAA Bid in Sun Belt Showdown
The Bobcats are poised for a pivotal matchup that could secure a postseason spot, riding a historic home-run surge and a pitching duel anchored by Wade Cooper.
May 20, 2026
App State Baseball Set for Sun Belt Tournament Opener Against Texas State
App State enters the Sun Belt tournament as the third seed, boasting a league‑leading offense and standout talents like Steven Smith and Gage Peterson, while Texas State arrives after a dominant sweep of Marshall and a league‑top home run total. The opening matchup promises a clash of power and strategy, with the winner advancing to a Thursday showdown.
May 19, 2026
App State Baseball Heads into Sun Belt Tournament with Top Seed Advantage
App State enters the Sun Belt tournament with a 30‑win season, leading in multiple offensive categories, while Texas State boasts the league’s most powerful lineup. Key players and historic matchups add intrigue to Wednesday’s showdown.
May 19, 2026
Sun Belt Announces 2026 Baseball Postseason Honors
The Sun Belt Conference revealed its 2026 baseball award winners, highlighting exceptional talent across the league and underscoring the circuit’s rising national profile.
May 18, 2026
App State Baseball Narrowly Misses Victory Against Georgia State
A tightly contested Sun Belt matchup saw the Mountaineers push the tying run into scoring position in the ninth, but Georgia State held on for a 4-2 win, cementing App State's best conference standing to date.
May 16, 2026
App State Baseball Secures Historic Fourth‑Place Finish After Narrow Loss to Georgia State
A 4‑2 defeat to Georgia State was overshadowed by a program‑best finish in the Sun Belt standings, highlighted by Gage Peterson’s historic pitching night and key offensive contributions.
May 16, 2026
App State Baseball Clinches Top Seed with Dominant 12-2 Win Over Georgia State
A 12-2 victory over Georgia State secured a top-six seed, set a program win record, and highlighted a cascade of standout performances.
May 15, 2026
App State Baseball Eyes Top Six Seed in Crucial Sun Belt Series Against Georgia State
With a strong lineup led by Steven Smith and Gage Peterson, App State looks to lock in a top six seed in the Sun Belt tournament as they face Georgia State in Atlanta. The series carries major implications for both teams' postseason hopes.
May 13, 2026