ACC imposes a $50,000 penalty on Florida State for rushing the field following their win against Alabama.
Florida Fined After Field Storming Incident Florida has been hit with a $50,000 fine after fans rushed the field following their 31-17 win against Alabama on Saturday. This makes them the first team in the ACC to face such a penalty after a policy shift was enacted during a July meeting. The ACC stated that […]
Excitement is already rising for this newcomer in ACC women’s basketball.
North Carolina Women’s Basketball Update North Carolina’s women’s basketball coach, Courtney Banghart, is coming off a successful season, with 29 wins and a spot in the Sweet Sixteen. However, her star player, Alyssa Ustby—who is regarded as the program’s greatest rebounder—has exhausted her eligibility. To help fill those gaps, Banghart has turned to the transfer […]
Q&A: ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips discusses the development and transformation in women’s college basketball
Charlotte, North Carolina – Jim Phillips had quite a busy week. As he stepped into his fifth year as commissioner of the Atlantic Coast Conference, he faced the quickly evolving world of college sports. The introduction of NIL changed how recruitment works, transfer portals reshaped team rosters, and revenue generated from soccer media rights has […]
John Smoltz states he has ‘no excuses’ left regarding winning the ACC
John Smoltz to Compete in American Century Championship John Smoltz is set to participate in the American Century Championship at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Club in Nevada next month, defending his title as the champion. Recently, Smoltz shared with Fox News Digital that he has “no excuses” this time around and intends to aim for […]
Swinney makes a lighthearted comment about going up against the ‘New England Patriots’ with Belichick joining the ACC.
Changes in ACC with Belichick at UNC The ACC is seeing a shift as Bill Belichick takes the helm at North Carolina’s Tar Heels, creating buzz among college football fans. Long-time Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney remarked that the meeting felt akin to facing the “New England Patriots.” Swinney spoke candidly with ESPN’s Lake Davis, […]
How an ACC team became a strong force in NCAA softball in just a few years
Durham, North Carolina Some college teams have a long history of playing softball, yet none have the decorum of Duke. But it’s not just about the flashy amenities like video boards or comfy seating—that’s just how the Blue Devils celebrate their achievements. The real story lies in their accomplishments: seven national titles, two Atlantic Coast […]
Adjustments to the ACC men’s basketball schedule won’t increase the chances of more teams making it to March Madness.
The ACC announced on Tuesday that its men’s basketball conference, now 18 teams strong, will revert to an 18-game league schedule. This change comes after a 20-game schedule was implemented since the 2019-20 season, a decision that seemed solidified with the recent additions of SMU, Stanford, and California. But, well, here we are. The current […]
Leading ACC women’s basketball coach takes on role with Team USA
Kara Lawson Takes on New Role with U.S. Women’s Basketball Kara Lawson is set to enhance her already impressive career by taking on a new challenge with U.S. basketball. This Tuesday, it was announced that the Duke women’s basketball head coach will lead Chile’s FIBA women’s American team USA this summer. Joining her in this […]
Two longtime ACC rivals prepare for ‘gritty’ historic meeting in March Madness
Birmingham, Alabama – A product from Jordan High School in Durham, Sydney Barker grew up between Duke and the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, essentially within walking distance of both Cameron Indoor Stadium and the Carmichael Arena. She didn't choose who she was trying to root for growth. Her parents are both UNC […]
College basketball: Dick Vitale reflects on cancer journey during ACC final
Legend College basketball Announcer Dick Vitale shed tears during Saturday night's Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament Championship. Sitting with ESPN's Dave O'Brien and Cory Alexander, the 85-year-old announcer got emotional in the final moments of the first half Duke Louisville Finals. Dick Vitale of Coleman Coliseum for a match between Alabama and Kentucky on February 22, […]