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Last updated: March 22, 2026, 4:30 PM ET

NCAA Basketball Coaching Carousel Heats Up

The college basketball coaching carousel saw significant movement with Syracuse reportedly targeting former star Gerry McNamara to take the reins as head coach after his tenure at Siena, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. In other movement, Providence officially hired Bryan Hodgson away from South Florida to lead their men's program, signaling a shift in strategy for the Big East school. These hires come as both programs look to reshape their identities following recent postseason disappointments, with McNamara's hiring marking a return to the program where he achieved significant on-court success as a player.

March Madness Sweet 16 Battles Conclude

The second round of the NCAA Men's Tournament wrapped up Sunday night, culminating in Purdue advancing to the Sweet 16 after defeating Miami 79-69, a victory that also marked Coach Matt Painter's 500th win at his alma mater. The action on the men's side involved close contests, with projections and betting lines detailed for Sunday's slate, including the Wildcats and Cyclones fighting for their own Sweet 16 bids throughout the afternoon. Meanwhile, the Women's NCAA Tournament concluded its third day of action, with ESPN reporters providing in-depth breakdowns on how every winning team punched their ticket to the Elite Eight following the conclusion of the Sunday second-round matchups, which were tracked live across eight separate games.

Great Britain Dominates World Indoor Athletics

Great Britain's track and field team achieved a historic feat at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Poland, securing three gold medals within a sensational 28-minute span, resulting in the nation's best-ever medal haul at the event. This success included Keely Hodgkinson, who captured her maiden world indoor title in commanding fashion by setting a new championship record in the women's 800m race. Further success for the European contingent came from Ireland's Kate O'Connor, who managed to secure a bronze medal in the grueling indoor pentathlon competition.

Rugby Union & League Action

In the United Rugby Championship, the title-chasing Stormers overcame a resilient Dragons side in Cape Town, netting four tries to reclaim second place in the standings, reflecting a strong weekend for the South African contingent in the competition. Conversely, Welsh representation faced difficulties, though the national side received a boost with the returns of key players like Taulupe Faletau, Jac Morgan, and Elliot Dee, according to reports detailing a tough weekend for Welsh sides. Across the Channel, the Super League saw Hull FC narrowly defeat rivals Leeds Rhinos in a pulsating Yorkshire derby, earning their second victory of the young season.

Snooker & NFL Cap Management

In professional snooker, Thailand's Thepchaiya Un-Nooh delivered a stunning performance in the World Open final in Yushan, China, where he compiled a rare maximum 147 break en route to a surprising 10-7 victory over veteran Ronnie O'Sullivan to claim the title. Shifting focus to the NFL, the New York Jets are reportedly maneuvering their salary cap structure significantly, allocating a combined $48 million commitment across contracts for Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields, ensuring neither player will be the starting quarterback in 2026. Separately, a Kentucky forward, Quaintance, is reportedly utilizing manga comics as a means to occupy time and aid in mental recovery while he nurses an injury away from the court.