Author: Fisherman1

The Oklahoma Sooners face a monumental challenge ahead as they prepare for the 2026 softball season—a season marked by an unusually large and talented pitching staff. Head Coach Patty Gasso now commands a rotation that exceeds traditional numbers, prompting the question: How will she balance and optimize the potential of eight (or possibly nine) pitchers? Over the past few seasons, Gasso has built a reputation as a master strategist, molding her teams into perennial powerhouses. With the addition of new arms from the transfer portal—most recently, standout recruit Miali Guachino—the Sooners’ pitching depth has grown even more impressive. But…

Lady Vols basketball coach Kim Caldwell is one of the highest-paid coaches in the nation after her first season at the helm. Caldwell agreed to a one-year contract extension on March 31 – two days after leading Tennessee to the Sweet 16 – that runs through the 2029-30 season The extension was finalized in late June, and it raises Caldwell’s annual salary to $1 million. Her original base pay was $750,000, which made her the seventh-highest paid coach in the SEC at the time. Caldwell replaced Kellie Harper, who made $1.1 million in her fifth season at Tennessee…

The Volunteer Spirit: Tennessee Honors Its Legacy of Service with Smokey Grey Tribute KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — In a powerful nod to one of the most enduring and honorable traditions in college athletics, the University of Tennessee is once again embracing the “Volunteer Spirit” — a reputation rooted in selflessness, courage, and sacrifice. This season, that legacy takes center stage in the form of a special Smokey Grey uniform tribute, paying homage to Tennessee’s deep connection to service in the United States Armed Forces. More than just a striking alternate uniform, the Smokey Grey ensemble represents something far greater:…

McAllister Returns to Oxford: Ole Miss Legend Deuce McAllister Joins Football Program in Landmark Role OXFORD, Miss. — In a move that has electrified Rebel Nation and reverberated across the SEC, former Ole Miss standout and Super Bowl XLIV champion Deuce McAllister is officially returning to the University of Mississippi—this time, not as a player, nor as a color commentator, but in a newly created position designed to foster alumni engagement, player development, and program-wide leadership. The university announced Thursday morning that McAllister will serve as Senior Advisor of Football Culture and Alumni Relations, a hybrid role crafted…

BREAKING NEWS: Excitement Erupts at Alabama Crimson Tide Stadium as Legendary Coach Nick Saban Officially Returns as Senior Coaching Advisor Tuscaloosa, AL — July 4, 2025 In a stunning twist that has sent shockwaves across the college football world, legendary head coach Nick Saban has officially returned to the University of Alabama football program — this time as a Senior Coaching Advisor. The announcement was made early Thursday morning by Alabama Athletics Director Greg Byrne, prompting an outpouring of excitement, nostalgia, and renewed hope from Crimson Tide fans around the globe. Saban, 73, retired from head coaching…

BREAKING: Alabama Football Receives Massive Morale Boost as Legendary Alumni Rally Behind 2025-26 Team — John Hannah, DeVonta Smith, and a Mystery Icon Lead the Charge As the 2025-26 college football season approaches, the Alabama Crimson Tide are getting more than just new playbooks and fresh recruits—they’re receiving a wave of inspiration from some of the most iconic names in program history. In a stunning show of unity and support, several of Alabama’s most celebrated alumni have returned to Tuscaloosa to uplift, motivate, and mentor the current roster. Leading the charge is Pro Football Hall of Famer John…

Bold Move: No. 1 Overall Catcher and Two-Time College World Series Champion Rejects LSU, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt, Chooses UNC Tar Heels In one of the most stunning recruiting decisions of the college baseball offseason, the nation’s No. 1 overall catcher—and two-time College World Series champion—has officially announced his commitment to the University of North Carolina. The blue-chip backstop, widely regarded as a generational talent behind the plate, chose the Tar Heels over powerhouse programs LSU, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt in what many are calling a program-defining moment for UNC baseball. The star catcher, Jacob “J.T.” Romero, made…

BREAKING NEWS: North Carolina Star RJ Davis Wins 2025 Jerry West Award as Nation’s Top Shooting Guar In a moment of triumph that cements his place among college basketball’s elite, North Carolina senior RJ Davis has been named the winner of the 2025 Jerry West Award. Presented annually by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the award recognizes the top shooting guard in men’s college basketball—and Davis has more than earned the distinction. The announcement came Friday evening during ESPN’s coverage of the Final Four weekend, with Davis taking center stage as the first Tar Heel to…

UNC Lands Nation’s Top Overall (LHP/Outfielder) From Portal: Erik Paulsen Commits to Tar Heels Over LSU, WVU, and Tennessee In a major win on the transfer portal front, the University of North Carolina baseball program has secured a commitment from the nation’s top-ranked two-way player in the portal: Erik Paulsen. The dominant left-handed pitcher and outfielder announced on Thursday that he’s headed to Chapel Hill, choosing the Tar Heels over other elite contenders including LSU, West Virginia, and Tennessee. Paulsen, a 6-foot-4 standout from the University of San Diego, had drawn widespread interest from across the country after…

UNC Lands Gonzaga Big Man Recruit, Nyk Lewis — 7-Foot, No. 55 Overall Prospect Commits to Tar Heels Men’s Basketball Over Power-5 Heavyweights In a recruiting move that has sent ripples across the college basketball landscape, the University of North Carolina has landed a major commitment from Nyk Lewis, a 7-foot center originally committed to Gonzaga. Ranked No. 55 overall in the 2025 class by 247Sports, Lewis flipped his commitment and announced Wednesday that he will suit up for the Tar Heels, choosing UNC over a host of Power Five programs including Kentucky, Texas, and Michigan State. The…