Latest college sports news, recruiting updates, and NIL developments, paired with expert insights to help athletes and families understand what each story means for their college search.
Learn what college recruiting questionnaires really mean, how coaches use them, and how to fill them out strategically so you stop guessing in your recruiting.
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Charleston Southern women’s tennis won its fifth Big South title in six years, beating NJIT to clinch another NCAA berth and extend a growing conference dynasty.
UC Santa Barbara baseball stunned No. 1 UCLA with a 4-0 shutout at Jackie Robinson Stadium, snapping the Bruins’ 27-game winning streak and showcasing the Gauchos’ elite pitching.
Learn how volleyball recruiting camps really work, which events are worth your time and money, and how to use camps to get on college coaches' radars in 2026.
SMU sophomore diver Luke Sitz won the NCAA 1-meter springboard title in 2026, ending the Mustangs’ 11-year NCAA champion drought and signaling a new era for SMU men’s swimming and diving.
Jacksonville State women’s bowling capped a 103-10 season by winning the 2026 NCAA Collegiate Bowling Championship at Yorktown Lanes, securing a second title in three years.
The University of Montana Dance Team won the Division I small-school Pom Dance Battle at the 2026 College Classic in Orlando, capping a rapid two-year rise on the national stage.
Jacksonville State women’s bowling capped a 103–10 season by beating Wichita State for the 2026 NCAA bowling championship, its second national title in three years.
Behind a 13-match win streak and a freshman clincher on Senior Day, Oklahoma women’s tennis beat Texas 4–2 to lock in its first SEC regular-season title share.
Texas A&M baseball took two from No. 2 Texas in the Cotton Holdings Lone Star Showdown, capping an emotional SEC rivalry weekend and de facto sweep in College Station.
Louisville men’s basketball adds top transfers Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad, accelerating Pat Kelsey’s rebuild and positioning the Cardinals as ACC contenders.
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UC Santa Barbara will leave the Big West and join the West Coast Conference as its 12th full member in 2027–28, reshaping the WCC and West Coast realignment.
Thinking of using an athletic scholarship calculator to predict your college costs? Learn how offers really work and how to build a realistic money game plan.
BYU freshman Jane Hedengren ran 30:46.80 at the 2026 Stanford Invitational to break the NCAA women’s 10,000m record, capping a historic freshman year in distance running.
Lander Bearcats men’s basketball shocked No. 1 Nova Southeastern 91–81 in the 2026 D2 Final Four to reach the NCAA Division II men’s basketball title game.
University of North Dakota men’s hockey shut out Quinnipiac 5–0 in the Sioux Falls Regional to earn a record-tying 23rd Frozen Four and first trip since 2016.
The University of South Carolina women’s basketball team shut down undefeated UConn in the Final Four, snapping a 54-game streak to reach another NCAA title game vs UCLA.
UW–Oshkosh women’s gymnastics scored 194.750 in Cortland to reclaim the 2026 NCGA championship, adding a fourth title in five years and cementing a D3 dynasty.
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Learn how to write a college ready athlete bio with real examples, sentence templates, and sport specific tips so coaches know exactly who you are in seconds.
Understand the college sports recruiting timeline from freshman year to signing. Learn milestones by grade, plus how to build a plan that fits your sport.
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Behind a record 39.825 from Jordan Chiles, UCLA women’s gymnastics repeated as Big Ten champions, stayed unbeaten in conference meets, and set up a serious NCAA title run.
Mississippi State softball upset No. 1 Tennessee 1–0 at Nusz Park on Taylor Troutman’s walk-off home run and a Peja Goold shutout in front of a record crowd.
Understand how college tennis recruiting really works. Learn levels, scholarships, timelines, resumes, video, and coach contact strategies for players and parents.
Learn how an NCAA extra year of eligibility works, who can still use it, and how fifth years, medical waivers, and grad seasons affect your recruiting and scholarship plan.
Compare NCSA, SportsRecruits, and new AI tools to find the best recruiting platforms for athletes. Learn how to pick the right system for your sport and goals.
Confused by the NCAA eligibility waiver process after an injury, transfer, or academic issue? Learn how waivers work, timelines to expect, and next steps.
University at Buffalo and Broadview FCU sign a 15-year, $31.75M naming rights and scholarship partnership, reshaping UB Bulls athletics and student support.
South Dakota State women’s basketball beat North Dakota State 64–51 for a fourth straight Summit League title and 14th NCAA bid behind a dominant night from MVP forward Brooklyn Meyer.
The University of Tampa men’s swimming and diving team edged Drury 522.5–509 in Evansville to reclaim the 2026 NCAA Division II title behind clutch relays and an NCAA record from Jacob Hamlin.
The Arkansas Razorbacks men’s track and field team claimed their 22nd NCAA indoor title at home in Fayetteville, scoring 73.5 points at the 2026 NCAA Indoor Championships.
Siena University men’s basketball storms to the 2026 MAAC title, ending a 16-year NCAA tournament drought behind elite defense and Gavin Doty’s MVP performance.
Confused by Division 3 recruiting rules. Learn how contact, visits, financial aid, and commitments really work so you can build a realistic D3 recruiting plan.
Confused by international student athlete eligibility rules for NCAA, NAIA, or JUCO in 2026? Understand how academics, amateurism, and visas work, next steps.
Washington University in St. Louis women’s track & field captured the 2026 NCAA Division III indoor title at Birmingham CrossPlex behind record-setting relays and balanced team scoring.
West Virginia University rifle stormed back at Ohio State’s Covelli Center to win a record 21st NCAA championship, powered by Griffin Lake and elite roster depth.
UTSA women’s basketball rode elite defense to upset top-seeded Rice 54–40, win the American Conference tournament, and secure the Roadrunners’ first NCAA Tournament bid since 2009.
Confused by swim recruiting times and what they mean for college swimming? Learn how coaches use times, what ranges matter by level, and how to build a plan.
Behind a 57-save epic from goaltender Tia Chan, UConn women’s ice hockey outlasted Northeastern 2–1 in double overtime to win the 2026 Hockey East title and signal a power shift.
Samford women’s basketball stormed from a No. 6 seed to win the 2026 Southern Conference tournament in Asheville, upsetting top-seeded Chattanooga to earn a rare NCAA bid with a losing record.
Understand NCAA Division 2 recruiting rules in 2026, from coach contact and visits to offers, plus smart ways to stay compliant and stand out to coaches.
Ohio State women’s ice hockey scored twice late to beat Wisconsin 2–1, reclaim the 2026 WCHA Final Faceoff title and lock up the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA tournament.
Learn how college sports camps really work, which events matter, when to go, and how to turn camp invites into real recruiting momentum for your sport.
Learn the college athletic recruiting tips that work in 2026. Get clear steps for athletes and parents on exposure, coach contact, academics, and using AI tools.
Long Island University became the first team into the 2026 NCAA Tournament, clinching the Northeast Conference automatic bid with a 64–56 semifinal win over Wagner amid Mercyhurst’s D-I reclassification.
The University of Georgia opened its $60M UGA Track and Field Complex, a 37-acre Spec Towns Track upgrade built to boost SEC recruiting, host GHSA state meets, and land major championships.
Arizona State women upset Iowa State 77–68 at the Big 12 tournament behind Gabby Elliott’s near triple-double, fueling NCAA women’s tournament bubble momentum.
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio has approved a $242M Cook Field multipurpose arena to replace Millett Hall, aligning with the RedHawks’ undefeated 2025-26 men’s basketball season.
Confused about walk on scholarships and how athletes earn money after making the team? Learn real odds, division rules, and strategies that fit your family.
Stanford women’s gymnastics scored a historic 198.150 at Oregon State, powered by Anna Roberts’ perfect 10 and all-around program record, to cement top-10 NCAA status.
Learn how to start getting noticed by college coaches in any sport with clear steps for video, email, events, and academics, plus AI tools that guide you.
USC track and field won six event titles at the 2026 Big Ten Indoor Championships, led by Garrett Kaalund’s 20.06 200m and Madison Whyte’s record 51.31 400m.
Belmont softball ace Maya Johnson fired a 13-strikeout one-hitter to upset 11–0, No. 14 Mississippi State 1–0 at the Bulldog Invitational, signaling the Bruins’ rising MVC and NCAA profile.
Softball showcase tournaments can help or hurt recruiting. Learn how to choose events, contact coaches, and turn weekends into real college opportunities.
Eastern Kentucky women’s basketball clinched its first ASUN regular season championship with a 67-54 road win at Austin Peay, securing the No. 1 seed in Jacksonville.
Rowan University’s men’s 4x200 relay ran 1:23.59 at the NJAC Indoor Championships to break the all-time NCAA record across all divisions at Penn’s Ott Center.
Get clear on NCAA GPA requirements for Division 1, 2, and 3. Learn how core courses, eligibility rules, and GPA targets affect your college recruiting options.
San Diego State baseball upset No. 1 UCLA 4–3 at Jackie Robinson Stadium behind three solo homers and Aidan Russell’s perfect 3.2-inning relief. Here’s how it happened and what it means.
Build a clear, realistic college recruiting checklist that works. Learn what to do, when to do it, and how Pathley's AI tools keep you on track in 2026.
Harvard junior Sophia Gorriaran ran 2:37.72 at the Saucony Battle for Boston to break the NCAA women’s 1000m record and solidify Harvard track and field as a national middle-distance power.
Senior distance freestyler Gena Jorgenson became Big Ten 1650 freestyle champion, breaking the Nebraska record and fueling a momentum-building week for Cornhuskers swimming.
Understand college basketball recruiting in 2026, from levels and scholarships to timelines, camps, coach contact, and how Pathley turns chaos into a clear plan.
Wisconsin Badgers men’s hockey shocked No. 2 Michigan 4–1 at the Kohl Center, earning a massive resume-boosting win that reshapes their NCAA tournament bubble hopes.
Colorado women’s lacrosse shocked No. 2 Northwestern 10–9 at Ryan Fieldhouse for the program’s first ever top-five win and a statement start to the 2026 season.
Learn how academic scholarships for athletes work, how they stack with athletic aid, and what GPA, test scores, and strategy you need to lower college costs.
University of Rhode Island men’s basketball stunned No. 18 Saint Louis 81–76, snapping an 18-game win streak behind Jonah Hinton’s nine threes and clutch late free throws.
Learn how track and field scholarships work across NCAA, NAIA, and junior colleges. Understand money, standards, and strategy to build a smart recruiting plan.
Southern Miss baseball walked off UC Santa Barbara to clinch a top-25 opening-weekend series in front of a Pete Taylor Park attendance record, signaling another national-caliber year.
Xavier University has promoted associate head coach Katy Etelman to lead its surging women’s soccer program after a record-setting five-year run with 75 wins and multiple Big East titles.
Learn how Division 1 football scholarships really work, from FBS and FCS limits to academic rules. Build a plan for offers that fit your level and budget.
University of New Mexico star Habtom Samuel broke Henry Rono’s legendary collegiate indoor two-mile record at the 2026 Millrose Games with an 8:11.47 at the Armory.
Learn the biggest college recruiting mistakes to avoid, from waiting too long to start to chasing the wrong schools, and get a clear plan for your recruiting.
BYU senior Riley Chamberlain ran 4:20.61 at BU’s Valentine Invitational to break the NCAA women’s indoor mile record, capping a dominant run for Cougar distance.
No. 1 Oklahoma women’s gymnastics rode freshman Mackenzie Estep’s first collegiate perfect 10 and a 198.175 to win the Metroplex Challenge and strengthen its 2026 title push.
New York University women’s basketball beat Carnegie Mellon for its 82nd straight win, setting an NCAA Division III record as the Violets chase a third consecutive national title.
Learn how NCAA recruiting guidelines work in 2026. Understand contact rules, academics and visits so you can get recruited without risking eligibility.
Learn what college coaches look for in recruits, from academics and character to skills and highlight film, and how to align your profile with their checklist.
Learn how NCAA scholarship limits by sport really work, which sports offer full rides vs partial aid, and how to build a smart recruiting strategy around the real numbers.
Learn how scholarships for student athletes really work, from athletic and academic money to need-based aid and outside awards, plus strategies to maximize your offer.
Florida State sprinter Shenese Walker ran 7.09 in the 60m at the Razorback Invitational, breaking FSU and ACC records and taking over the NCAA lead for 2026.
Learn smart questions to ask college coaches so you can lead real conversations, spot red flags, and find your best fit program across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO.
Understand what the average athletic scholarship amount really looks like by sport and level, why full rides are rare, and how to build a realistic college funding plan.
No. 3 Minnesota women’s hockey edged No. 1 Wisconsin 3–2 in overtime at Ridder Arena, staying perfect vs. the defending NCAA champs and shaking up the WCHA race.
Understand NAIA transfer rules in plain language, including releases, 16 week residency, eligibility, and scholarships so you can switch schools wisely.
Auburn men’s basketball upset No. 16 Florida 76–67 in Gainesville for its first road win at UF since 1996, giving Steven Pearl a signature victory over the defending NCAA champions.
Trying to choose between NAIA vs NCAA. Learn differences in scholarships, competition, academics, and recruiting so you can target colleges where you fit.
Learn how women's sports scholarships really work across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO levels. Understand money, odds, and smart recruiting steps for female athletes.
Learn how full ride athletic scholarships really work across NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO. Understand the odds, money breakdown, and smarter ways to pay for college.
Jordan Chiles earned her first career perfect 10 on vault as UCLA gymnastics beat Nebraska 197.325–195.250 in its Big Ten home opener, fueling the Bruins’ 2026 NCAA title push.
