6 new head coaches to pay attention to in women’s college basketball this season
Sometimes, a first-time head coach can hit the ground running and find early success. A few years back, Sean Poppy led Chattanooga to consecutive NCAA tournaments. Last season, Chelsea Liles stepped in as interim coach for Florida Gulf Coast after Carls Mesco moved on to the WNBA. Her leadership resulted in the Eagles claiming another […]
Tiana Mangakahia, a former star of Syracuse basketball, has passed away at 30 following her fight with breast cancer.
The sports community is grieving the loss of former WNBA player Tiana Mangakahia, who passed away on Thursday. The 30-year-old Australian lost her second battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. Her family shared the news via social media, stating, “She left us on September 11th surrounded by family, friends, and lots of love.” They […]
Three Men’s Basketball Players Given Permanent Suspension by NCAA After Gambling Investigation
NCAA Investigates Sports Betting Among Players The NCAA has initiated investigations aimed at curtailing sports betting involving coaches and student-athletes. Recently, three male basketball players from San Jose and Fresno faced permanent suspensions due to their suspected involvement in manipulative betting practices. However, the universities themselves have not faced any penalties. One notable case involves […]
Major announcement in women’s basketball
Exciting Developments in Women’s 3-on-3 Basketball League The inaugural season of the new women’s 3-on-3 basketball league has been quite successful. This league, which offers the highest average salary ever seen in professional women’s sports, recently announced that its valuation has risen to $340 million since its creation. Following this triumph, the league has decided […]
Veteran women’s basketball coach urges for open communication about revenue sharing and investment.
Changes in Women’s College Basketball Under Jose Fernandez Since taking the helm in South Florida back in 2000, Jose Fernandez has witnessed substantial transformations in women’s college basketball. There’s been a notable surge in viewership, with the 2024-25 regular season becoming the most watched on ESPN. The National Championship Game also broke records, attracting a […]
Carmelo Anthony enters the ranks of basketball greatness with his Hall of Fame induction
Springfield Honors Basketball Greats In Springfield, MA, Carmelo Anthony reflected on the tough lessons of life and basketball during his time growing up in Brooklyn and Baltimore. These experiences helped shape him into one of the sport’s most skilled scorers and a celebrated player. On Saturday, as he walked onto the stage for the Naismith […]
Three women’s college basketball teams poised to reach their first Final Four in 2025-26
Looking Ahead to the 2025-26 Women’s College Basketball Season As we think about the upcoming 2025-26 Women’s College basketball season, some familiar names pop up. UConn and South Carolina are expected to make their way back to the Final Four, with LSU, UCLA, and Texas also in the mix as potential contenders. Last season, UCLA […]
The 100 biggest rivalries in men’s college basketball: Rankings 50 to 26
Rivalries in Boys’ College Basketball Let’s take a look at notable matchups in boys’ college basketball, as previously discussed in our rankings. 50. Clemson vs. South Carolina The basketball version of the Palmetto series might not have the same excitement as its soccer counterpart, but there’s still a competitive spirit here. Clemson holds a slight […]
Women’s college basketball Q&A: Future prospects for Maryland, Tennessee, Kansas
Two Months Until the Women’s College Basketball Season With just two months to go before the 2025-26 women’s college basketball season begins, many fans are buzzing with questions. We reached out through platforms like X, Bluesky, and Facebook MailBag, and received some intriguing insights regarding the upcoming season. Thanks to everyone who took the time […]
Australian basketball player hurt after practice accident
Ben Griskti, a player for the Adelaide 36ers, is currently recovering after experiencing a backboard accident during practice. The incident occurred last Saturday at the Australian Sports Arena in Canberra, where a dunk from another player led to a fracture in his 36-year-old vertebra. This injury has sidelined Griskti as the National Basketball League season […]