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Last updated: March 23, 2026, 12:30 PM ET

College Basketball Coaching Moves & Tournament Action

The men's college basketball coaching carousel is spinning quickly, evidenced by Charlotte hiring Wes Miller to head their program following his recent dismissal from the University of Cincinnati earlier this month. Elsewhere, the long tenure of Creighton coach Greg McDermott is set to conclude, as the school announced his retirement at the end of the season after he amassed 365 victories across 16 years leading the Bluejays. Meanwhile, as the current NCAA Women's Tournament progresses, action on Monday saw eight second-round games tracking toward the Sweet 16, while oddsmakers are already dissecting the landscape, with several notable first-weekend bets standing out for the upcoming rounds of 8 and.

WNBA Offseason Preparations

The WNBA is gearing up for a particularly dynamic six weeks, characterized by an expansion draft, the college draft, and a period of historic free agency that promises significant roster turnover amidst a chaotic offseason schedule. In positive labor news, the players have officially ratified the league’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement; the union confirmed a unanimous vote with participation exceeding 90% of the league's athletes.

Global Football & Rugby Updates

In European football, the Carabao Cup provided a reality check for both Arsenal and Manchester City in their recent matchup, raising questions about the impact on their ongoing Premier League title race, while Chelsea's internal strife continues unabated. Across the Channel, the English Premiership saw Leicester producing an explosive offensive display while Finn Russell guided his team to victory, compounding difficulties for the Harlequins. Shifting focus to the international women’s game, England is scheduled to host Canada in September for a highly anticipated rematch of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup final as part of the WXV Global Series.

Golf & Tennis Star Management

As the Masters approaches, current form suggests Matt Fitzpatrick is among the top contenders following his third US PGA Tour victory, showcasing impressive metrics in bedrock statistical categories essential for success at Augusta National. In stark contrast to Fitzpatrick's momentum, Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek is making immediate changes following her premature exit from the Miami Open, having decided to part ways with coach Wim Fissette just days after her departure from the tournament.

Cricket & Hockey Outlooks

The England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive, Richard Gould, defended Head coach Brendon McCullum, asserting that the decision to sack him following the 4-1 Ashes defeat in Australia would have been "the easy route" but that McCullum remains the appropriate leader to guide the team forward. In the NHL, the race for the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot remains tight, prompting projections on the Ottawa Senators' chances to make the postseason, alongside current draft lottery standings following Sunday's action.

NFL & Lower League Soccer Incidents

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly encouraged by the early indications regarding quarterback Daniel Jones' recovery from his Achilles injury, as the franchise made a substantial financial commitment banking on his return to form this season. Meanwhile, in the lower tiers of English soccer, the non-league side Rushden & Diamonds has effectively released two teammates, Bruno Andrade and Tyler Winters, after an on-pitch altercation resulted in both players receiving red cards during competition. In a bizarre administrative footnote, a German handball trophy reported stolen was located by authorities within the team's own basement facility.

Future College Football Landscape

to the 2026 college football season, analysis suggests programs like Notre Dame and Texas possess significant returning production, though historical context from the preceding 2025 season indicates that such advantages do not always translate directly into on-field dominance.