The OU Board of Regents approved an historic new contract for softball coach Patty Gasso during a Friday meeting in Tulsa. Gasso, who has led the Sooners to four consecutive national titles and will be enshrined in bronze Friday, received a new deal that will average at least $2 million annually through the 2028 season. Gasso’s staff members also earned …
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ESPN’s Pat McAfee praises Shane Beamer, South Carolina football ahead of ‘College GameDay’ appearance
Pat McAfee is excited for ESPN “College GameDay” to take over Columbia, South Carolina, on Saturday. “I love [Game]cocks,” McAfee proclaimed during a segment on Friday where he was talking to South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer. McAfee told Beamer in a clip shared on social media that he became aware of Gamecock nation and its fanbase last season when …
Read More »Live updates, scores & highlights from Week 1 of high school football in Mohawk Valley
Welcome to the Friday Night Live football scoreboard, with in-game updates from all of the Mohawk Valley’s football teams in action on Week 1. Scores refresh every 60 seconds, so be sure to check in often, and we’ll be adding highlights from social media and on-site reporters and photographers throughout the night. Follow us on X, formerly Twitter, @TimesTelegram and …
Read More »3 Keys to an Oklahoma Sooners win over the Tulane Green Wave
Sep 7, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners tight end Jake Roberts (87) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners tight end Bauer Sharp (10) after catching a touchdown pass during the second quarter against the Houston Cougars at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The Oklahoma Sooners will welcome a tough Tulane Green Wave team to town for a …
Read More »Hugh Freeze makes QB switch as Hank Brown will replace Payton Thorne as Auburn’s starter
Redshirt freshman Hank Brown is set to get the start in Week 3 for Auburn. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images) Auburn’s Week 2 loss has led to a QB switch. According to multiple reports including Rivals’ Auburn Sports, the Tigers are set to start redshirt freshman Hank Brown in Saturday’s game vs. New Mexico. Payton Thorne has been the team’s …
Read More »USC football staff can study Big Ten teams this weekend
. The USC football staff — which no longer contains Alex Grinch — is focused on Michigan, the Trojans’ next opponent. That Michigan game will be USC’s first Big Ten football conference game, the official start of a new era for the Trojans. Preparations for the Wolverines have been unfolding over the past week, with Lincoln Riley and D’Anton Lynn …
Read More »Florida football’s history with the dual quarterback strategy
Oct 27, 2007; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Tim Tebow (15) scrambles during the first quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports Copyright © 2007 Jason Parkhurst The world of college football is always changing and evolving with new strategies and game plans to help teams have success, …
Read More »Big Ten and Pac-12 football picks for Washington-Washington State
Nov 26, 2022; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars punter Nick Haberer (38) throws a pass for a first down against the Washington Huskies in first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports When we discussed the Big Ten versus Pac-12 football game between Oregon and Oregon State in Week 3, we opened by …
Read More »Hank Brown to start at quarterback against New Mexico
AUBURN, AL – August 03, 2023 – Auburn Quarterback Hank Brown (#15) during a Fall camp practice at the Woltosz Football Performance Center in Auburn, AL. Photo by Austin Perryman Auburn has made a change at the quarterback position. After senior Payton Thorne struggled mightily in week two’s home loss against Cal, head coach Hugh Freeze has opted to start …
Read More »Big Ten and Pac-12 football predictions for Oregon-Oregon State
Nov 27, 2020; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers running back Jermar Jefferson (6) eludes Oregon Ducks defensive tackle Brandon Dorlus (97) during the first half at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports Welcome to this weird, new world we have in 2024 college football. This is a world in which Oregon versus Oregon State is a nonconference …
Read More »Steve Spurrier takes shot at Auburn’s recent home struggles
Nov 11, 2006; Gainesville, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Steve Spurrier before a game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports Copyright © 2006 Jason Parkhurst Jordan-Hare Stadium is known historically for being one of the SEC’s toughest venues due to Auburn’s ability to win close games …
Read More »Changes expexted on LSU’s defense ahead of South Carolina game
Nov 11, 2023; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. (4) tackles Florida Gators wide receiver Marcus Burke (88) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports As LSU enters conference play against South Carolina, the Tigers are tinkering with the defensive personnel. The most notable of which is at the linebacker …
Read More »ESPN analytics predicts LSU’s Week 3 matchup against South Carolina
Head Coach Brian Kelly as the LSU Tigers take on the Nicholls Colonels at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, LA. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. LSU football will look to get above .500 and kick off its SEC schedule with a win it travels to face South Carolina on Saturday morning. The Tigers and Gamecocks haven’t met since 2020 when LSU …
Read More »Westlake vs. Atascocita on NFHS Network: Watch OU commit play Texas high school football
Two top-10 Texas high school football programs will meet Thursday night and fans across the country can watch it live. Westlake, the No. 1 team in our preseason countdown, is taking on Humble Atascocita, a Houston-area power, in a premier Friday night showdown. The Chaparrals are 2-0 after a strong performance over fellow Class 6A contender Prosper to open the …
Read More »DJ Lagway Bowl: How one recruitment shapes Texas A vs. Florida matchup
College football’s week three slate may not be filled with ranked matchups and raucous atmospheres, but the games are certainly not without compelling storylines. One of the more underrated matchups college football fanatics should be tuned into is the Texas A&M Aggies heading into the Swamp to take on the Florida Gators. A midday contest of a pair of 1-1 …
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