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Jayden Quaintance Begins New Chapter at Kentucky with Early Arrival LEXINGTON, KY – The Kentucky Wildcats have officially welcomed one of their most anticipated additions to campus, as highly-touted big man Jayden Quaintance has moved into the university. Quaintance’s early arrival marks a significant step for both the player and the program, especially as he continues to recover from an ACL injury. Quaintance, a 6-foot-10, 225-pound center, arrived in Lexington on Wednesday, combining his official visit with his move-in. This makes him the first UK player to move in this summer, signaling his eagerness to integrate with the team and…

Wolverine recruiting report: Can Michigan keep 4-star CB commit in the fold? Four-star cornerback Brody Jennings is Michigan’s longest-tenured commitment in its 2026 recruiting class, announcing his verbal pledge in July 2024. The Wolverines only have five other prospects committed this cycle and will be looking to expand that number during an important summer on the recruiting trail. But another one of their top priorities is keeping Jennings in the fold.Although he is still locked in with Michigan, the Jacksonville (Fla.) Mandarin standout is considering other options. The No. 274 prospect nationally and No. 23 cornerback, per the 247Sports…

The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees voted on Thursday to continue moving forward with $350 million worth of improvements to Williams-Brice Stadium. “We are grateful to the Board of Trustees for its leadership and thrilled to continue to see this project take shape and receive the necessary approvals to proceed,” said USC Athletics Director Jeremiah Donati in a release provided by the university. “Our staff, along with key partners in Populous, Legends, Contract Construction and Manhattan Construction Company have invested significant effort in preparing for this next phase. These approvals help us get one step closer towards…

Nebraska lands recruiting win that could finally break a quiet streak. Despite seemingly being rolling right along when it comes to recruiting, there is one area where the Nebraska football team has struggled a bit. However, those struggles might be about to end as the Huskers just got very good news for one of their top tight end targets in Lincoln Watkins. NU has been working hard on Watkins for quite a while now and have especially been working to get him to take an official visit to Lincoln. While the Port Huron Northern (Port Huron, MI) has liked…

Virginia Tech wrestling coach redefines ‘family’ after donating kidney to father of All-American alum. Norm Latona, the father of two-time Hokie All-American Sam Latona, will always carry a part of Virginia Tech wrestling with him. Literally. The Hokies sports information department announced on May 7, 2025 that Norm underwent a kidney transplant following prolonged health troubles. The donor? None other than Virginia Tech head wrestling coach Tony Robie. For Norm, this transplant marked the end of a tumultuous, emotional journey that began in January 2022 and involved multiple different forms of dialysis treatment, all of which required laborious processes…

Miami basketball receives another big commitment from foreign center. The University of Miami has added Turkish forward Salih Altuntas, a 6-foot-10 center who is known for his rebounding and interior presence. Altuntas joins the Hurricanes after playing for Istanbulspor in the Turkish Basketball League (TBL) where he averaged 10.1 points and 9.1 rebounds per game, shooting 54.1% from the field.Altuntas has been a member of the Turkish U16, U18, and U20 national teams, participating in the 2023 and 2024 European U18 Championships and the 2024 European U20 Championship. He also competed in the 2022–23 Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Belgrade,…

Franchise Cornerstone Secured: Minnesota Vikings Star Justin Jefferson Signs Landmark Five-Year Contract Extension MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Minnesota Vikings have officially locked up their transcendent wide receiver, Justin Jefferson, agreeing to a monumental five-year contract extension that solidifies his place as the cornerstone of the franchise for the foreseeable future. The groundbreaking deal, reportedly worth up to $140 million over four new years, with a staggering $110 million guaranteed, makes Jefferson the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history and sends a clear message about the Vikings’ commitment to their superstar. The extension, which was finalized after months of speculation and negotiation,…

Only a few teams are still kicking in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, and as a result, the lion’s share of the 30 squads in the league can shift their attention to the offseason. As always, one of the more significant events of the offseason is the draft, and the Miami Heat are slated to make one first-round pick this year. Notably, the Heat own the No. 20 overall pick and zero second-round picks. However, at the combine, they reportedly interviewed Marquette University’s Kam Jones, who multiple draftniks see as a second-round prospect, and came away “impressed.”Sylvander also reported via…

Before the February trade deadline, rumors were abound about the Miami Heat’s interest in trading for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. A report from Five Reasons Sports around the deadline indicated that the Heat were “direct” regarding their trade interest in Durant “on multiple levels.” Fast forward a few months, and a report from Greg Sylvander of Five Reasons Sports suggests that the Heat should still be kept in mind as potential players for the two-time NBA champion.. According to what Sylvander has heard, there are many folks who think Miami’s lone first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft…

NBA Draft Buzz: Miami Heat Linked to Koby Brea, Touted as Draft’s ‘Best Shooter’ The Miami Heat, a franchise perpetually seeking to bolster its sharpshooting prowess, are reportedly showing significant interest in Koby Brea, a guard out of Kentucky who some analysts are labeling as the “best shooter” in the upcoming NBA Draft. This intriguing link, reported by Greg Sylvander of Five Reasons Sports, suggests the Heat could be looking to add a truly elite perimeter threat to their roster. Brea, a 6-foot-7 wing, spent his final collegiate season with the Kentucky Wildcats after four years at the University of…