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The Revamped Villanova Wildcats Boast Greater Depth In 2026-27
In his first year at Villanova, Head Coach Kevin Willard went 24-9 and led the Wildcats back to the NCAA tournament for the first time since Jay Wright's final season in 2022. Nova finished third in the Big East last year. Even so, they were well behind back-to-back champion St. John's and the since-retooled UConn …
TCU Basketball Opens New Season With Big Expectations Against Lindenwood
TCU basketball opens its 2026-27 season against Lindenwood on Monday as Jamie Dixon, Xavier Edmonds and a revamped roster chase another NCAA Tournament run.
Has Kyle Smith Built an NCAA Tournament Team at Stanford?
Smith has won 41 games in two seasons at Stanford but has yet to reach the NCAA Tournament. With a revamped roster and a 13th-place preseason ranking in the ACC, his next challenge is turning progress into a March Madness bid.
Syracuse Basketball: How Are Orange Perceived Ahead of Regular Season?
Are the Orange projected to be an NCAA tournament team in March?
Washington Huskies Basketball 2026-27 Season Preview
The Washington Huskies have something to prove as they enter their third season in the Big Ten Conference. Not to mention, their head coach, Danny Sprinkle, is starting to reach a point where he could be on the hot seat very soon. Washington Basketball hasn't been to the NCAA tournament since 2019. That's a pretty …
Is This a Make-or-Break Year for Amy Williams?
Amy Williams has spent a decade at the helm of Nebraska women's basketball. Her teams have made the NCAA Tournament more often over the last five years, but she has only made the second round once.
Virginia Tech banking on health, continuity to make NCAA Tournament push
“To retain your core and guys that have done it and good players ... it’s a big, big deal,” Mike Young said.
NCAA reduces NIT field to 24 teams
While one postseason college basketball tournament expands, another is contracting. The NCAA announced on Thursday it will reduce the NIT field to 24 teams for 2027, down from the 32-team format it has used for most of its modern history. The move coincides with the NCAA Tournament’s expansion to 76 teams, up from the 68-team…
Jacie Hoyt Signs Extension With Oklahoma State Through 2030-31
Oklahoma State has extended Jacie Hoyt through the 2030-31 season after 84 wins and three NCAA Tournament appearances in four years. With the nation’s No. 1 transfer class arriving, OSU is betting on Hoyt to take the Cowgirls another step forward nationally.
North Carolina State Basketball 2026-27 Preview
The North Carolina State Wolfpack were hopeful that Will Wade would steady the ship after several so-so seasons under Kevin Keatts. However, not long after the Wolfpack was upset by Texas in the First Four game of the NCAA Tournament, Wade decided to return to LSU. NC State Basketball 2026-27 Preview While it was a …
Illinois Basketball Gets National Title Hype From Big Ten Analyst
Illinois basketball could win the 2026-27 NCAA Tournament according to a former Purdue star and Big Ten analyst.
Blue Ribbon Yearbook predicts Memphis will win the American
Blue Ribbon Yearbook released their college basketball preseason magazine for the 2026-27 season, and they predict Memphis will win the American and make the NCAA Tournament.
Oklahoma Softball announces 2027 SEC schedule
The Oklahoma Sooners will play six teams during their SEC schedule that made the NCAA Tournament.
ESU volleyball carries unfinished business into new season
After coming four points shy of an MIAA championship and missing the NCAA Tournament, Emporia State volleyball enters the season with a chip on its shoulder.
Arkansas soccer picked second in SEC coaches' poll
The Razorbacks won the SEC regular-season title last year and advanced to the NCAA Tournament second round.
Arkansas basketball coach John Calipari to be inducted into Memphis Sports Hall of Fame
Calipari reached the NCAA Tournament six times with Memphis, including a national runner-up finish in 2008, and won the 2002 NIT title.
Danny White earns big bonus for Tennessee bowl, NCAA tournament toward $3.3M pay
Tennessee athletics director Danny White earned $577,500 in annual bonuses to push his total compensation past $3 million as one of the highest paid ADs in the country.
Sports and Dramas Drive April Viewing Patterns in Nielsen’s Latest Gauge Reports
Cable Gains Share for Second Consecutive Month in Six-Month-High Finish, Boosted by NCAA Tournament Final Four...
How Kansas baseball ranks in final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll top 25
KU baseball reached the super regional round of the NCAA tournament in 2026. Here’s where it lands in the final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll top 25.
UCLA's John Savage named national baseball coach of year
John Savage, whose UCLA team was ranked No. 1 the entire regular season and won the Big Ten tournament before the Bruins were bounced in the regional round of the NCAA tournament, was named coach of the year by the College Baseball Foundation on Saturday.
Troy player 'Jabe Ruth' proves college sports can be saved with the most patriotic home run you'll ever see
Troy Trojans catcher Jabe Boroff, dubbed "Jabe Ruth," hit six home runs in the NCAA tournament as Troy nears its first College World Series trip.
West Virginia's epic walk-off sparks emotional 'Country Roads' celebration that defines college sports
West Virginia's Armani Guzman delivered a walk-off single to advance to the NCAA Tournament Super Regionals, igniting a celebration in Morgantown.
NCAA baseball: OU defeats The Citadel in regionals behind pitching, hitting depth
No. 2 seed OU baseball (33-21) won 8-3 against No. 3 seed The Citadel (35-25) in the Atlanta Regional of the NCAA Tournament.
UWM takes home first NCAA Tournament win in 27 years, defeating Auburn 13-8
The Panthers pulled ahead early, making the score 10-0 by the fourth inning.
UCLA Baseball Earns No. 1 Overall Seed in NCAA Tournament
UCLA baseball went wire-to-wire this season as the No. 1 ranked baseball team in the nation. After winning both the Big Ten regular season title outright and the Big Ten Tournament title, the Bruins earned the No. 1 overall seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The NCAA announced the tournament bracket on Monday. The tournament […] The post UCLA Baseball Earns No. 1 Overall Seed in NCAA Tournament appeared first on LA Sports Report.
UCLA (51-6) earns top seed for NCAA baseball tournament
UCLA was rewarded for its dominant wire-to-wire run through the regular season with the No. 1 seed for the NCAA tournament.
BYU’s final uncommitted portal departure has found a new home
Since BYU's first round NCAA tournament loss to Texas, eight Cougars players with remaining eligibility have entered the transfer portal. Only Rob Wright has withdrawn from the portal to stay at BYU, with each of the other seven players now having found new homes. The latest former Cougar to land elsewhere is guard Tyler Mrus, who announced his commitment to the Citadel Saturday via social media.
The 2025-26 Clarion Sports Awards
Athletics at the University of Denver had yet another successful year. Highlighted by hockey’s national championship, gymnastics and women’s lacrosse making runs into the NCAA tournament and the
Could Aday Mara fill Hawks’ longstanding need in the middle?
As the NBA Draft approaches, the Atlanta Hawks may have a chance to address one of their biggest long-term needs by selecting one of the fastest-rising prospects in the class: Aday Mara. Mara has rapidly become one of the fastest-rising names in this year’s draft class following an impressive NCAA Tournament run and eye-opening performances at the NBA Combine. Atlanta’s need at center has become increasingly clear over the past few seasons.
Elliot Cadeau announces return to Michigan, laying foundation for potential repeat run
The Wolverines got some great news on Saturday with the return of the 2026 NCAA Tournament Final Four Most Outstanding Player
OU softball looking for improved pitching in Norman Regionals
OU softball (48-8, 20-5 SEC) will open NCAA tournament play in the Norman regional this weekend, as it hunts for a ninth national championship.
College sports expansion frenzy: Winners and losers as NCAA Tournament field grows, CFP takes critical step
Postseason expansion will inalterably change the complexion of college sports
Sports Daily: Could Wichita be host option for expanded NCAA Tournament games?
Could Wichita be an option for the expanded NCAA tourney games? Should it? We dive into what could lie ahead with March Madness and the Air Capital.
Coyotes selected to the Lincoln Regional
VERMILLION, S.D. (USD) — The South Dakota softball program will be heading to Lincoln, Nebraska for the Lincoln Regional in the 2026 NCAA Softball Tournament. After winning the program’s first-ever Summit League Tournament title, the Coyotes will partake in their first-ever NCAA Tournament in program history – in Division I or Division II – since the program […]
College softball 2026: NCAA tournament scores, schedule, watch
Everything you need to know about the softball postseason is here.
Tom Izzo comments on recent approved NCAA Tournament expansion
"I understand it from both sides. I would rather it stay the same, but as you know, coaches weren't asked at all."
UC-Irvine to face Hawaii in NCAA men's volleyball championship
No. 2 Hawaii beat No. 3 Long Beach and unranked UC Irvine extended its run after beating No. 1 UCLA earlier in the men's volleyball NCAA tournament.
Virginia Tech softball makes NCAA Tournament hosting case after loss
Despite losing to Florida State in the ACC title game, Virginia Tech coach Pete D'Amour believes his Hokies should host an NCAA Tournament regional.
Sports Discussion: Expanding the NCAA Tournament to 76 teams
Big changes have been made to the Men and Women's March Madness Tournament. From 68 to 76 teams. Rosie Langello and Craig Noyes break down it all down.
2026 WNBA season preview; Pistons and Thunder take 2-0 series leads in NBA playoffs
Plus, projecting the first 76-team NCAA Tournament field
NCAA Tournament officially expands to 76 teams
The Division I Board of Governors voted on Thursday to officially expand the men’s and women’s NCAA tournaments to 76 teams, eight more than the current 68-team field.
2027 NCAA Tournament Bracketology: Projecting the first-ever 76-team Big Dance as expansion clears big hurdle
As the NCAA Tournament takes a big step toward final approval, we're projecting the first-ever 76-team field for the 2027 Big Dance
March Madness: NCAA Tournament, Men's and Women's, Will Expand to 76 Teams
The NCAA will expand both its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams for next season.
Expanding the NCAA Tournament honors college sports' tradition of fixing what's not broken
Expansion has always been a power play for two things: money and access. In this instance, the goalposts are moving for Cinderella's value.
March Madness expands to 76 teams as committees lock in long-term men's, women's NCAA Tournament change
A Thursday vote that was long awaited will now trigger the polarizing expansion of college basketball's most cherished event
With NCAA Tournament expansion imminent, some of the game's biggest coaches still aren't sold on the idea
From Hurley to Calipari to Few to Izzo, some of the sport's most prominent figures are lukewarm on changing March Madness
American Athletic Conference championship, NCAA Tournament bid highlight spring sports achievements
The stock is rising at UNC Charlotte athletics. A year that included new head football and basketball coaches, groundbreaking on the expansion of Jerry Richardson Stadium and a new athletic director was capped with athletic and academic excellence from the spring student-athletes. Student athletes celebrated at Normies Charlotte 49er student-athletes, coaches and staff all gathered […]
Wisconsin avoids High Point if NCAA tournament expanded in 2026
Had there been an expanded tournament in 2026, the Wisconsin Badgers would've avoided High Point in the first round.
Rutgers Women’s Lacrosse Punches Their Ticket to the NCAA Tournament
RU WLAX headed to the NCAA tournament for the third time in six seasons.
How do March Madness changes affect Tom Izzo legacy?
Tom Izzo has coached Michigan State basketball to a record 27 straight NCAA Tournament berths. Would an expanded field to 76 teams alter that legacy?
College lacrosse bracket prediction: How conference tournaments will shape field
The men's college lacrosse regular season wraps up this weekend. How will conference tournaments impact the NCAA Tournament bracket revealed Sunday?
What 76-team NCAA Tournament fields would mean; Joel Embiid extends 76ers' season; new manager for Phillies
Plus, the first leg of the second UEFA Champions League semifinal is on CBS this afternoon
Spring Sports Wrapped
As classes come to an end, Villanova Athletics wraps up their spring season. Here are some of each team’s highlights from the 2026 spring season. Basketball This spring, men’s basketball returned to the NCAA tournament for the first time in four years. The team traveled to San Diego, CA, facing Utah State in the first...
Arizona men’s and women’s tennis teams selected for NCAA Tournament
The Arizona men’s and women’s tennis programs are headed back to the NCAA Tournament. Arizona men’s tennis earned the No. 8 overall seed in this year’s the field, its highest seed in program history. The Wildcats (21-4) will face NAU (12-5) in the opening round on Friday at 1 p.m., then face the winner of […]
REPORT: Marquette & Missouri Are Playing In Chicago
The Golden Eagles and the Tigers will meet for the first time since the 2009 NCAA tournament.
Nebraska gymnastics coach will not return following NCAA tournament exit
The Nebraska women's gymnastics head coach will not be returning to coach for the 2026-2027 season, following the NCAA Tournament, as her eight year contract is up.
Way too early 2027 Women’s NCAA Tournament bracketology: USC leads field
A returning JuJu Watkins and a loaded roster put USC atop USA TODAY Sports’ early 2027 NCAA Tournament projections.
Where Kansas basketball ranks in final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball’s season ended early on in the NCAA tournament, but what is its final ranking in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
The Michigan Wolverines won a title by mastering college basketball’s new world. It might change the sport
Michigan, a team that has performed like a freight train in this NCAA tournament, won the national title – the Big Ten’s first in 26 years – by playing more like a bulldozer.
A night of two national titles for U-M, as scientists and basketball players both triumph
On the same night that the U-M men's basketball team triumphed in the NCAA tournament, U-M cardiovascular researchers won a national tournament of science
Who won MOP of NCAA Women's Tournament? UCLA's Lauren Betts wins award
UCLA women's basketball center Lauren Betts was named the Most Outstanding Player of the Women's NCAA Tournament on Sunday after the Bruins beat South Carolina.
Michigan, historic UConn fight to be last team standing Monday
INDIANAPOLIS -- For the third time in his decorated college career, Alex Karaban and UConn are in the Final Four. As tipoff for the 2026 national championship game approaches, Karaban knows only one way to leave the court on Monday night when the Huskies play Michigan in the main event of the NCAA Tournament.
National Championship preview: Key trends to know ahead of the Michigan vs. UConn NCAA Tournament title clash
Styles make fights, and contrasting schemes make UConn-Michigan tilt such a fascinating chess match.
Everything to know of 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament championship game
Only one more game remains before March Madness crowns its next basketball champion. Here's what you need to know about the men's title game:
Where to watch UCLA vs. South Carolina in March Madness Sweet 16: Time, TV Channel
The No. 1 UCLA Bruins face the No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks in the national championship of the women's NCAA Tournament. Here's how to see all the action.
Final Four scores, results: Michigan throttles Arizona in one-sided beatdown, UConn tops Illinois to set up NCAA tournament title game
South Carolina vs UCLA prediction, national championship analysis, March Madness expert picks
Our March Madness experts analyze the National Championship matchup between No. 1 South Carolina vs No. 1 UCLA in the 2026 NCAA Tournament on April 5.
Final Four live updates, scores: Follow No. 2 UConn vs. No. 3 Illinois, No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 1 Michigan in NCAA tournament action
NCAA Tournament expected to expand to 76 teams
The proposed format would add opening-round games and reshape March Madness as soon as 2027.
Local business brings Wildcat milestones to life at McKale Center
After every University of Arizona win during the 2026 NCAA tournament, Ryan Volin has been quietly putting up more graphics on the walls at the McKale Center.
UCLA vs Texas Final Four picks, bold predictions for women's March Madness
Our March Madness experts analyze the Final Four matchup between No. 1 UCLA vs No. 1 Texas in the 2026 NCAA Tournament on April 3.
Where to watch UConn vs. South Carolina in March Madness Final Four: Time, TV Channel
The No. 1 UConn Huskies face the No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament. Here's how to see all the action.
Geno Auriemma's UConn women bring elite defense into Final Four
PHOENIX — When the shots weren’t falling for the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team last weekend during NCAA tournament regional play, and its All-Americans weren’t as offensively impressive as
You’re the best player in the NCAA Tournament. It doesn’t mean you’ll have an NBA future.
Being named the Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Tournament’s Final Four used to indicate a big NBA future. Not anymore.
Final Four predictions: AI picks winners of Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan games
Here's how AI predicted both Final Four games of the 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament:
University of Arizona warns fans about fake Final Four merchandise
Arizona is heading to its first Men's NCAA Tournament Final Four in 25 years, but fans are being warned to watch out for fake merch.
COLUMN: Nebraska men’s basketball’s season isn’t defined by Sweet 16 loss
The Nebraska men's basketball team ended their season with a loss to Iowa at the NCAA Tournament. However, this doesn't define their season.
Women's NCAA Tournament: UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina make Final Four
The Huskies will play the Gamecocks and the Bruins will take on the Longhorns this Friday in Phoenix.
NCAA tournament takeaways: UConn reaches Final Four on wild game winner over Duke; UConn and UCLA women each pull away in Elite Eight
2026 Final Four TV schedule, announcers: Where to watch NCAA Tournament, tip times for March Madness
The complete television and streaming schedule for how to watch March Madness 2026 through the Final Four
UConn eliminates No. 1 overall seed Duke from NCAA Tournament
A desperation 3-pointer stunned Duke and sends the Huskies to the Final Four.
Men's NCAA Tournament: UConn, Arizona, Michigan and Illinois advance to Final Four
The Wildcats will play the Wolverines and the Fighting Illini will take on the Huskies this upcoming Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium.
NCAA tournament live updates, scores: No. 1 Duke handling No. 2 UConn; Michigan routs Tennessee; UCLA, UConn women advance to Final Four
Yaxel Lendeborg, Michigan Roll Into Final Four After Overwhelming Tennessee
Michigan rolled into the Final Four by overwhelming Tennessee for a dominant 95-62 victory in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.
NCAA tournament live updates, scores: No. 1 Duke battling No. 2 UConn; Michigan routs Tennessee; UCLA, UConn women advance to Final Four
Duke vs. UConn odds, March Madness predictions, time: 2026 NCAA Tournament Elite Eight picks by proven model
SportsLine's model has revealed its UConn vs. Duke picks for the 2026 March Madness Elite 8 game on Sunday
NCAA tournament live updates, scores: Follow Michigan vs. Tennessee, Duke vs. UCLA; UConn routs Notre Dame in women's March Madness
Who's in Women's Final Four? Updated March Madness bracket, NCAA Tournament schedule
The Final Four is starting to take shape in the Women's NCAA Tournament. See who has advanced to Phoenix from the original 68-team March Madness bracket.
NCAA tournament live updates, scores: Follow UConn vs. Notre Dame, Michigan vs. Tennessee as March Madness continues Sunday
Duke's Scheyer says he has 'empathy' for fired North Carolina coach Davis
North Carolina and N.C. State are looking for new coaches as Duke looks to advance in the NCAA Tournament.
2026 Elite Eight TV schedule, two Final Four spots remaining
The 2026 NCAA Tournament is winding down, with the remaining two spots in the Final Four up for grabs on Sunday afternoon as the Elite Eight wraps up. Both games will air on CBS, beginning at 2:15 p.m. ET. MORE:…
Duke vs. UConn game preview, prediction (NCAA Tournament Elite Eight)
Previewing and prediction the matchup between No. 1 seed Duke and No. 2 seed UConn in the Elite Eight.
Where to watch UConn vs. Notre Dame in March Madness Elite Eight: Time, TV Channel
The No. 1 UConn Huskies face the No. 6 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Elite Eight of the women's NCAA Tournament. Here's how to see all the action.
OU women’s basketball bows out of March Madness following Sweet 16 loss to South Carolina
No. 4 seed OU women’s basketball (26-8) saw its NCAA Tournament run end with a 94-68 Sweet 16 loss to top-seeded South Carolina (34-3) at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.
Illinois pulls away from Iowa late to reach first Final Four since 2005, end Hawkeyes' NCAA tournament run
Illinois finally pulls away from Iowa late to reach first Final Four since 2005, end Hawkeyes' NCAA tournament run
Iowa's dream run through the NCAA tournament has come to an end.
NCAA tournament live updates, scores: Follow No. 3 Illinois vs. No. 9 Iowa, No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 4 Oklahoma; Michigan, Texas women advance to Elite 8
Sacramento businesses see boost as fans gather for NCAA tournament
Downtown Sacramento businesses are experiencing increased revenue as fans gather for the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at the Golden 1 Center.