Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds
"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
Another sloppy women's Final Four feels like a missed opportunity for the sport
The women's Final Four featured disappointing games, with blowouts and poor shooting overshadowing the excitement of marquee programs and veteran stars.
Brewers 8, Red Sox 6: The rollercoaster always ends at the bottom
The Sox stormed out to a 3-0 lead: one run in the second two in the third, all manufactured. Then Brayan Bello's wildness caught up with him, and he exited with a bases-loaded situation and the Sox up 3-1.
There Is No Resting State Of March Madness | Defector
College basketball has become increasingly optimized and commercialized through official player compensation and market forces, losing its scruffier character while remaining fundamentally driven by the same corrupt gray market dynamics that existed for decades.
There Is No Resting State Of March Madness | Defector
College basketball has become increasingly optimized and commercialized through official player compensation and market forces, losing its scruffier character while remaining fundamentally driven by the same corrupt gray market dynamics that existed for decades.
Men's March Madness superlatives from Sweet 16, Elite Eight
The NCAA tournament showcases unexpected moments and standout performances, highlighting both player resilience and unique experiences during the competition.
Coaches predict the men's NCAA tournament champion, potential Cinderellas, more
Arizona, Michigan, Duke, and Florida have separated as the clear national title favorites for the 2026 NCAA tournament, with all four ranking atop major metrics and receiving multiple championship votes from coaches and scouts.
The madness before March Madness: Cinderella teams are born in this week's conference tournaments
Only 68 of 365 Division I men's basketball teams qualify for the NCAA Tournament, with conference tournament champions earning automatic bids and low seeds carrying compelling stories of achievement.
Picks, predictions for all 31 men's Champ Week tournaments
Championship Week begins Monday with 31 Division I conferences crowning tournament champions and naming automatic NCAA tournament qualifiers, with the final five conferences concluding on March 15 before the 68-team field announcement.
Men's March Madness superlatives from Sweet 16, Elite Eight
The NCAA tournament showcases unexpected moments and standout performances, highlighting both player resilience and unique experiences during the competition.
Coaches predict the men's NCAA tournament champion, potential Cinderellas, more
Arizona, Michigan, Duke, and Florida have separated as the clear national title favorites for the 2026 NCAA tournament, with all four ranking atop major metrics and receiving multiple championship votes from coaches and scouts.
The madness before March Madness: Cinderella teams are born in this week's conference tournaments
Only 68 of 365 Division I men's basketball teams qualify for the NCAA Tournament, with conference tournament champions earning automatic bids and low seeds carrying compelling stories of achievement.
Picks, predictions for all 31 men's Champ Week tournaments
Championship Week begins Monday with 31 Division I conferences crowning tournament champions and naming automatic NCAA tournament qualifiers, with the final five conferences concluding on March 15 before the 68-team field announcement.
College baseball Week 5: Top 25 rankings, top moments and what to watch
SEC and ACC conference play begins with significant upsets: Arkansas beats Mississippi State, Texas loses first game, LSU drops two to Vanderbilt, Clemson loses to Georgia Tech, and FSU sweeps Wake Forest.
Instant men's March Madness bracket: Predicting every game
A bracket predictor fills out their NCAA tournament selections instantly as the field is announced, committing to no changes and relying on immediate instinct rather than extended analysis.
College football's defining games in 2026 for every Power 4 team
College football reporters identify season-defining games for all 68 power-conference teams in 2026, with specific matchups determining program trajectories and competitive standings.
'I do smile, and I am happy, at times': The 2025 college football season in quotes
The 2025 college football season featured a chaotic coaching carousel, high-profile firings, surprising playoff entrants, and vivid moments that defined a turbulent year.
ESPN's 2025 All-America team: The top players at every position
2025 All-America picks show shifting college football power: Ohio State leads with four selections; Indiana and Texas Tech surge, highlighted by Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza.