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Vic Bubas Posthumously Honored with Tom Jernstedt Lifetime Achievement Award
Vic Bubas, the founding commissioner of the Sun Belt Conference, posthumously received the 2025 Tom Jernstedt Lifetime Achievement Award. The award recognizes his significant contributions to college basketball, including his successful coaching career at Duke University, his role in establishing the Sun Belt Conference, and his influence on the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
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Boeheim's Army Adds McCullough, Christmas to Roster for 2025 TBT
Boeheim's Army, the Syracuse alumni team, announced the addition of Chris McCullough and Rakeem Christmas to their roster for the 2025 TBT. They join Buddy Boeheim and Elijah Hughes. The Syracuse Regional will be held at Onondaga Community College from July 19-23. The team is promoting ticket sales to secure home-court advantage.
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Jeff Horner Named Head Men's Basketball Coach at Buena Vista University
Jeff Horner has been appointed as the head men's basketball coach at Buena Vista University. He brings a successful coaching background from Truman State University, where he achieved multiple conference titles and NCAA Tournament appearances. Horner aims to recruit high-character student-athletes and create a competitive program at BVU.
HoopDirt
Iowa State Athletics: From Bottom to Golden Era Through Strategic Growth
Iowa State athletics has undergone a dramatic turnaround over the past three decades, marked by increased fan engagement, strategic investments in facilities, and successful sports programs. Key figures like Jamie Pollard and Matt Campbell have played pivotal roles in this transformation, which has positioned Iowa State as a competitive force in the Big 12.
The New York Times
UConn, St. John's Rise in Early Top 25 College Basketball Rankings
Early college basketball top 25 rankings for the 2025-2026 season show UConn rising to second place due to Alex Karaban's return and strategic player additions. St. John's also ranks high, boosted by strong transfer portal acquisitions. Purdue holds the top spot. The rankings reflect team adjustments based on player retention, transfers, and NBA draft prospects.
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ESPN
The News-Gazette
Sports Illustrated
WMU's Manny Dosanjh Selected for 2025 NCAA Basketball Coaches Academy
Manny Dosanjh, Western Michigan University's men's basketball assistant coach, will attend the 2025 NCAA Basketball Coaches Academy in Indianapolis from May 7-9. Selected among 45 coaches nationwide, Dosanjh will engage with experts to enhance coaching skills, focusing on student-athlete development, communication, and leadership.
Western Michigan University Athletics
Mike Ranson Returns Home as Assistant Basketball Coach at CSU Pueblo
Mike Ranson, originally from Pueblo, Colorado, has been named the assistant men's basketball coach at Colorado State University Pueblo. He brings a wealth of experience from various institutions, including Morehead State University, Murray State University, and Western Colorado University. The hiring is seen as a significant addition due to Ranson's local ties and coaching background.
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Former Michigan Assistant Luke Yaklich Returns to High School Coaching in Illinois
Luke Yaklich, after a career spanning college and high school basketball, returns to his roots, accepting the head coaching position at Lincoln-Way East in Illinois. Previously an assistant at Michigan and head coach at UIC, Yaklich cites his passion for player development and Illinois high school basketball as key factors in his decision.
MLive.com
Awkward Exchange Between Notre Dame Guards Sparks Debate After Viral Video
A viral video captured an awkward interaction between Notre Dame guards Hannah Hidalgo and Olivia Miles at a WNBA game. The exchange has fueled speculation regarding team dynamics following Miles' transfer to TCU and Notre Dame's recent struggles. The incident occurred during a celebration of Irish women's basketball and highlights the program's current challenges.
South Bend Tribune
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Wake Forest Basketball to Participate in Baha Mar MTE in the Bahamas
Wake Forest's basketball team is set to participate in the Baha Mar MTE in the Bahamas, alongside Purdue and Memphis, with a potential fourth team being Texas Tech. This event is part of Wake Forest's effort to finalize its non-conference schedule, which also includes confirmed games against Morehead State, American, and Michigan, along with an ACC/SEC challenge opponent.
247Sports
Florida Gators, UConn Huskies to Clash at 2025 Jimmy V Classic
Florida and UConn, recent national champions, are scheduled to play in the 2025 Jimmy V Classic. The game is a rematch of their 2025 NCAA Tournament matchup and highlights the Jimmy V Classic's mission to raise funds for cancer research. Florida also has a game scheduled against Arizona.
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Gainesville Sun
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Sports Illustrated
CU Buffs Athletics: Basketball Roster Adjustments and Lacrosse Season Ends
This article discusses the Colorado men’s basketball team's efforts to fill roster spots, focusing on addressing shortcomings in long-range shooting and rebounding through transfer portal acquisitions. It also reports on the Colorado women’s lacrosse team's failure to qualify for the NCAA Tournament after a season impacted by injuries.
Boulder Daily Camera
USC Men's Basketball Transfers: How 10 Players Fared After Andy Enfield's Departure
Following Andy Enfield's departure from USC, ten players either transferred or de-committed. This article analyzes their performance at their new schools during the 2024-25 season. The analysis covers statistics, roles, and evaluations for each player, offering insights into their individual success and contributions.
247Sports
Buddy Hield's Game 7 Performance Channels College Glory, Propels Warriors Forward
Buddy Hield's 33-point performance in Game 7 against the Houston Rockets, tying a record with nine 3-pointers, propelled the Golden State Warriors to the second round of the NBA playoffs. This performance echoed his stellar college career at Oklahoma, where he was named Naismith College Player of the Year in 2016 and led the Sooners to the Final Four.
CBS Sports
NC State Basketball: Wolfpack Projected in Top 25 After Will Wade's Arrival
NC State's basketball team is gaining attention in way-too-early rankings after hiring Will Wade. The team appears at No. 25 in On3's projections and No. 45 in Rothstein's rankings. The team comprises a mix of incoming freshmen, transfers, and a returning sophomore, raising expectations for the 2025-26 season.
Sports Illustrated
Pack Insider
Spartans Wire
Sports Illustrated
Colleen Sorem Appointed to NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Committee
Maryland's interim athletic director, Colleen Sorem, was appointed to the NCAA Division I Women's College Basketball Committee. She will be part of the 12-member committee and will represent the Big Ten Conference. Sorem has an extensive background in Maryland Athletics, including overseeing the women's basketball program, and brings experience in financial management and facility development.
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Longtime Kansas Assistant Coach Norm Roberts Announces Retirement After 37 Years
Norm Roberts, a respected college basketball coach, has retired after 37 years. Best known for his tenure as an assistant at Kansas under Bill Self, where he contributed to numerous Big 12 titles and the 2022 national championship. Roberts also coached at St. John's and served as an assistant at other universities earlier in his career.
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The Topeka Capital-Journal
Darius Acuff Jr. Shines at Iverson Classic, Signs Reebok Deal Before Arkansas Debut
Darius Acuff Jr., a five-star recruit committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks, earned the MVP award at the Iverson Classic after scoring 32 points and dishing out 11 assists. He also signed a shoe deal with Reebok, signaling a strategic move for the brand and highlighting Acuff's potential as a future NBA prospect. His NIL is estimated to be $1.1 million.
Athlon Sports
247Sports
Yahoo Sports
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Buzz Williams Reshapes Maryland Basketball with Key Recruiting and Transfer Portal Wins
Buzz Williams is quickly reshaping the Maryland Terrapins basketball program after Kevin Willard's departure. Significant developments include the acquisition of top recruits like Darius Adams and key transfers from Texas A&M, as well as other universities. Williams has also finalized his coaching staff and secured a six-year contract, positioning the Terps for a competitive 2025-26 season.
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