Tracking the best performances, players and noteworthy moments to start the 2026-27 college hoops season.
Notre Dame's big win, early Cinderella watch, more from the start of college hoops
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South Africa's Simon Harmer on beating Australia, spin bowling and the Barmy Army

BBC Sport
Jeers again as home woes continue - Jaissle has big problems at Newcastle
Three months into a four-year contract, the problems are mounting for Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle after his side were booed off the pitch by their own fans following another defeat.
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'She's even more explosive': JuJu Watkins is back and maybe better than ever
In March 2025, then-player of the year JuJu Watkins tore her ACL. Now, 588 days later, her journey back to the court is complete.

BBC Sport
From nightmare debut season to Everton hero - Barry's revival
Last season Thierno Barry scored eight goals in 41 appearances. This season it's taken him just 12 games to match that tally.
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Cardinals name Minshew as starter, move Brissett to QB3
The Cardinals named Gardner Minshew as the team's new starting QB while moving Jacoby Brissett below rookie Carson Beck on the depth chart.
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Sirianni: No changes at OC or QB despite Eagles' 6-game skid
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said Monday that he is not making a change at offensive coordinator or quarterback amid his team's six-game losing streak.