Category: National Collegiate Athletic Association Sports

Gophers leaders chime in on tenuous future of bowl games

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… PHOENIX — The Rate Bowl no longer has the word “Guaranteed” in its name, and the concept of bowl games as a whole are no longer as promised. The expected expansion of the College Football Playoff from its current 12-team format up to 16, or perhaps 24, in upcoming years will mean fewer teams available for bowls. When Notre Dame was left out of this year’s playoff, the Fighting Irish’s decision …

For Ole Miss' defenders, Georgia rematch is 'a personal thing'

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… OXFORD – Ole Miss’ lone blemish in the 2025 season still doesn’t sit quite right. But as fate would have it, the Rebels will get their chance at redemption. The No. 6 Rebels (12-1) will face No. 3 Georgia (12-1) in the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1 at 7 p.m. It is a rematch of their Oct. 18 contest in Athens, Georgia, a game the Bulldogs won 43-35. Ole Miss led the game by nine heading into the fourth …

From the Fiesta to Fenway: A look at UConn football’s bowl history

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… In the late 1990s, UConn embarked on the world of top-level college football, a decision that has brought highs and lows. One of the rewards was the chance to play in a bowl game, which, before the playoff system was adopted and began expanding, was the ultimate destination. After a transitional period of two seasons as an independent, coach Randy Edsall led the Huskies into the Big East, …

From the Fiesta to Fenway: A look at UConn football’s bowl history

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… In the late 1990s, UConn embarked on the world of top-level college football, a decision that has brought highs and lows. One of the rewards was the chance to play in a bowl game, which, before the playoff system was adopted and began expanding, was the ultimate destination. After a transitional period of two seasons as an independent, coach Randy Edsall led the Huskies into the Big East, …

Former Minnesota Mr. Football, LOLP star finds new college home

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Dec. 23—Le ROY, Minn. — After one season at NCAA Division II power Minnesota State University, Mankato, a former LeRoy-Ostrander/Lyle-Pacelli star and a former Minnesota Mr. Football award winner has found a new college home. Camden Hungerholt, who quarterbacked the L-O/LP Cardinals to a 12-1 record and the 9-Player state semifinals in 2024, will now play college football at Upper Iowa …

Rate Bowl: Gophers making recruiting gains in Arizona

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… PEORIA, Ariz. — Members of the Gophers coaching staff have been punching in GPS directions to an address on West Speckled Gecko Drive during recent recruiting trips to Arizona. The destination is Liberty High School, the open division state champions in 2023 and 2024. The Lions’ suburban stadium is the same size as big schools in Minnesota, roughly 5,000 bleacher seats, but unlike up North, …

Rate Bowl: Gophers making recruiting gains in Arizona

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… PEORIA, Ariz. — Members of the Gophers coaching staff have been punching in GPS directions to an address on West Speckled Gecko Drive during recent recruiting trips to Arizona. The destination is Liberty High School, the open division state champions in 2023 and 2024. The Lions’ suburban stadium is the same size as big schools in Minnesota, roughly 5,000 bleacher seats, but unlike up North, …

HS FOOTBALL: Ryon, Evans, McPartland, Anders earn all-state selections

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Athletes who had memorable high school football seasons and careers were honored for their excellence as the Pennsylvania Football Writers rolled out all-state teams for three classifications on Tuesday. Lackawanna Trail running back Isaac Ryon and offensive tackle Lucas Evans were selected to the Class 1A team, with Ryon being named the player of the year. Scranton Prep quarterback Will …

BYU, Georgia Tech players enjoy Pop-Tarts Bowl kids event at Fun Spot Orlando

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… BYU junior safety Raider Damuni said he was once a young, impressionable kid, idolizing players like himself. “I remember being in a spot like this looking up to football players,” Damuni said Tuesday, as players for BYU and Georgia Tech mingled about at Orlando’s Fun Spot during a Pop-Tarts Bowl kids event at the popular attraction. “So it’s great to come out here, spend time with the kids …

Sagapolutele reflects on Hawaii QB legacy before bowl matchup

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele displayed an informed knowledge of the history of successful Division I quarterbacks from Hawaii. Even if it did remind the two head coaches leading their respective teams in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl that they’re not so young anymore. “You grow up watching these guys, or knowing who they are. Obviously they played before I was born, ” Sagapolutele said during Monday’s …