Behold, the news bounty

ESPN NCAA WBB media day:

Media day offered a dose of reality to All-America candidates.

College team news:

Central Michigan will lean on a fast-paced, three-point offense again this year.

The Gamecocks begin the "own it" season.

One year stronger, Washington looks to prove doubters wrong.

South Dakota State looks to take the next step behind their senior duo.

Houston looks to build off last season's success.

The challenge for Syracuse: lots of talent, limited minutes.

There are lofty rankings and high goals for Iowa.

Revamped Kansas State looks to take the next step and prove doubters wrong.

Young Oklahoma is ready for the season.

Creighton is ready to reload.

The Loyola Phoenix is motivated to improve this season.

Alabama is trying to find consistency.

UConn preview and preview of the forwards.

Get to know the East coast Huskies.

Arizona State's freshman class could be a difference-maker.

Oregon State has landed a five-star post in Kennedy Brown.

A love letter to the mid-majors.

College player news:

Fully recovered from a health scare, Iowa State's Meredith Burkhall is ready to go.

The development of Indiana's sophomore class.

Kristian Hudson on her transfer to Nebraska.

College coach news:

Louisville coach Jeff Walz brings a Final Four intensity to the tennis court.

UConn is ranked second in the preseason AP poll on reputation, not merit, says coach Geno Auriemma.

Louisiana-Monroe women’s basketball coach Jeff Dow has been suspended for one week without pay due to a human resources violation.

WNBA news:

League stars on Halloween.

Preseason AP top 25 poll

The poll:

1. Notre Dame
2. Connecticut
3. Oregon
4. Baylor
5. Louisville
6. Mississippi State
7. Stanford
8. Oregon State
9. Maryland
10. South Carolina
11. Tennessee
12. Texas
13. Iowa
14. Georgia
15. DePaul
16. Missouri
17. North Carolina State
18. Syracuse
19. Marquette
20. Texas A&M
21. Duke
22. South Florida
23. Arizona State
24. California
25. Miami

One week until the season begins

College team news:

The Irish are heavy favorites for a title repeat this year.

The media have selected Oregon to repeat as Pac-12 champions.

UCLA doesn't plan to fall off after graduating two WNBA picks.

A new era has begun for Texas.

Eastern Illinois is ready for an improved season.

Is North Carolina journeying back?

Depth is guiding Northern Iowa into a promising season.

College player news:

Ten transfers to watch this season.

Kat Tudor and Taya Corosdale are back on court for the Beavers.

Florida State freshman Kourtney Weber is ready for the next chapter.

College coach news:

Dayton coach Shauna Green and her staff are eyeing a third straight A-10 championship.

Kamie Ethridge is excited to take the reins at Washington State.

WNBA news:

A wealth manager is pushing WNBA pay equity in an ad featuring Skylar Diggins-Smith.

Recruiting news:

Is Aliyah Boston South Carolina's next great post prospect?

Golden nuggets

College team news:

Pac-12 team-by-team preview.

Is the Big Ten on the verge of breaking through to the next level?

The ceiling is high for Baylor.

Healthy returners will lead Duke back to the NCAA Tournament.

There are high expectations for Iowa this year.

Offense is not a problem for West Virginia.

Northern Iowa has postseason aspirations again, and this year they are a veteran group.

Six questions entering Arizona's season.

Western Kentucky is seeking new leadership and high effort.

UTEP hopes for a strong season.

Northern Illinois is banking on their returners for improvement.

UConn players are finding their roles.

College player news:

Just call her "big name Jackie" Young, for Notre Dame.

Alliya Butts, who lost last season to injury, returns to end her career at Temple the right way.

Transfer forward Erin Boley is ready to hit the court for Oregon.

Shay Colley is adapting to being a leader for Michigan State.

Former Lady Vol Anastasia Hayes has transferred to Middle Tennessee State.

Duke point guard Kyra Lambert will miss a second straight season after reinjuring her knee.

The Blue Devils' 2015 recruiting class looks back four years later.

UConn preseason guards preview.

College coach news:

Duke coach Joanne P. McCallie spent a day with the Philadelphia 76ers.

WNBA news:

Inside the WNBA's fight for higher pay.

How Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe are redefining what it means to be a Seattle power couple.

Q&A with A'ja Wilson.

Wilson is just getting started.

Elena Delle Donne has been inducted into the University of Delaware Athletics hall of fame.

Former standout Chasity Melvin is getting her chance as an assistant coach in the NBA's G League.

Peering into the year

College team news:

Our new Big 10 reporter takes a deep dive with this season preview.

Inside Old Dominion basketball.

USC seeks an NCAA Tournament berth after narrowly missing it last year.

College player news:

Macy Miller is closing in on South Dakota State's scoring record.

UConn's Christyn Williams brings her relentless work ethic to the court.

Highly-touted freshman Shaiquel McGruder brings much athleticism to New Mexico.

Freshman Kadaja Bailey could be the key to success for St. John's.

College coach news:

Carolyn Kieger has settled in at Marquette.

Ole Miss is seeking positive growth under new coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin.

Recruiting news:

Cameron Brink, No. 2 in the class of 2020, has committed to Stanford.

Words to describe the impending season: expectations, seeking, adjusting........

College team news:

Expectations are high again for Louisville.

Arizona State seeks a more complete team.

East Tennessee State players are adjusting to different roles.

College player news:

Florida State forward Iho Lopez is out indefinitely after being injured in an auto accident this week.

UConn may look to Napheesa Collier to be a more vocal leader this season.

College coach news:

North Alabama coach Missy Tiber is eager to see her team play in their first year in Division I.

Recruiting news:

Versatile 6-6 center Kennedy Brown has committed to Oregon State.

Lisa Leslie Award watch list

The list:

Kalani Brown, Baylor

Kristine Anigwe, California

Channon Fluker, Cal State Northridge

Daeja Smith, CSU-Fullerton

Jade Williams, Duke

Megan Gustafson, Iowa

Alex Wittinger, Illinois

Macee Williams, IUPUI

Sam Fuehring, Louisville

Hallie Thome, Michigan

Teaira McCowan, Mississippi State

Kate Cain, Nebraska

Jaisa Nunn, New Mexico

Janelle Bailey, North Carolina

Brianna Turner, Notre Dame

Ae'Rianna Harris, Purdue

Jordan Moore, TCU

Jatarie White, Texas

Katie Powell, UNLV

Mariella Fasoula, Vanderbilt

Who's hot (who's not)

College team news:

With almost the same roster as last year, Stanford again looks like contenders.

The Washington Huskies look to bounce back after a hard fall.

The future is bright for Wichita State, but coach Keitha Adams wants to win now.

Colorado State is adjusting to new faces.

North Texas has high hopes for the season.

Villanova is eyeing a return to the NCAA Tournament.

Hofstra is determined to exceed expectations.

Idaho seems to be primed for a big season.

College player news:

Seeking consistency, Missouri is turning to Lauren Aldridge and Sophie Cunningham.

Destiny Pitts looks to grow after an electric freshman season.

Seniors Katie Lou Samuelson and Napheesa Collier are ready to take on leadership roles at UConn.

Shania "Shorty" Johnson leads the way for Stony Brook.

College game news:

TCU will host the Maggie Dixon Classic vs. Army.

Recruiting news:

Louisville has landed a commitment from a Japanese star.

Top recruit Zia Cooke's final schools include "profound" South Carolina.

Bonus:

Female athletes are less money-driven and more progressive, a survey has found.

Katrina McClain Award watch list

The list:

Kianna Ibis, Arizona State

Lauren Cox, Baylor

Reyna Frost, Central Michigan

Napheesa Collier, Connecticut

Audrey Faber, Creighton

Sara Rhine, Drake

Caliya Robinson, Georgia

Peyton Williams, Kansas St

Brianna Fraser, Maryland

Alex Johnson, Middle Tennessee

Anriel Howard, Mississippi St.

Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah, Northwestern

Jessica Shepard, Notre Dame

Ruthy Hebard, Oregon

Bella Alarie, Princeton

Alexis Jennings, South Carolina

Alanna Smith, Stanford

Amy Okonkwo, TCU

Charli Collier, Texas

Megan Huff, Utah

Dial it up

College team news:

Five questions about Tennessee's season.

Green Bay must over come the loss of Caitlyn Hibner, out for the season injured.

Dayton's freshman are making good progress.

Internationally diverse BYU looks to depth and youth this year.

Missouri is embracing a new style weeks before the season.

College player news:

Missouri took off with Sophie Cunningham, and now it's her last season.

Tennessee's Rennia Davis is ready for an expanded role in her sophomore year.

Fewer minutes could mean a greater affect for Syracuse point guard Tiana Mangakahia.

Kansas transfer Jayde Christopher is poised to make a big impact for Boise State.

Oregon State guard Destiny Slocum's long wait is almost over.

Alyssa Monaghan has played in many games for St. Joseph's, but is missing just one.

Purdue senior center Nora Kiesler has retired for medical reasons.

College coach news:

Drake coach Jenny Baranczyk's contract has been extended.

Xavier coach Brian Neal says his team can't worry about what other people think.

The season:

Story lines to watch this season.

More on the return of the Tennessee-UConn rivalry.

WNBA news:

Overseas player update.

Once again, the WNBA has received high marks for diversity in hiring practices.

Recruiting news:

The one question that has opened doors for Rickea Jackson.

Cheryl Miller Award watch list

The list:

Mart'e Grays, DePaul

Leaonna Odom, Duke

Francesca Pan, Georgia Tech

Bridget Carleton, Iowa St

Erika Davenport, Marquette

Kaila Charles, Maryland

Sophie Cunningham, Missouri

Lexi Klabo, North Dakota

Courtney Woods, Northern Illinois

Jackie Young, Notre Dame

Satou Sabally, Oregon

Katie McWilliams, Oregon St.

Miranda Drummond, Syracuse

Rennia Davis, Tennessee

Tia Wooten, Tennessee St.

Joyner Holmes, Texas

Jocelyn Willoughby/Virginia

Elisa Penna, Wake Forest

Borislava Hristova, Washington St.

Naomi Davenport, West Virginia

Much newness on tap this season

College team news:

Newcomers shone in Mississippi State's Maroon and White Scrimmage.

The Gamecocks are ready for their close ups.

Freshmen will play a key role for Siena.

Illinois State will feature more offensive punch.

Young Oakland is ready for the season.

College player news:

A refreshed Digma Strautmane seeks more consistency for Syracuse.

Mardrekia Cook hopes to realized her potential for Michigan State.

College coach news:

Geno Auriemma lets other college coaches come to UConn practices.

Is this Karen Aston's lucky seventh season at Texas?

Recruiting news:

Her dunk at age 15 went viral, but this top South Carolina recruit offers much more.

Bonus:

Several bigs of the game share why they love basketball.

Ann Meyers Drysdale Award watch list

The list:

Chloe Jackson, Baylor

Darby Maggard, Belmont

Katie Lou Samuelson, Connecticut

Candice White, Fresno State

Dionna White, Georgetown

Shakyla Hill, Grambling State

Mikayla Ferenz, Idaho

Maci Morris, Kentucky

Asia Durr, Louisville

Allazia Blockton, Marquette

Destiny Pitts, Minnesota

Arike Ogunbowale, Notre Dame

Teniya Page, Penn State

Jovana Nogic, Providence

Kitija Laska, South Florida

Jessica Kovatch, St. Francis

Kiana Williams, Stanford

Kennedy Burke, UCLA

Aliyah Mazyck, USC

Amber Melgoza, Washington

14 days

College team news:

Notre Dame is out to dominate this year.

Marquette won't let height affect their talented roster.

Utah hopes to break free of the WNIT for an NCAA Tournament berth.

Cal State Bakersfield is driven by last year's heartbreaking finish.

Minnesota's first game under Lindsay Whalen is a sellout.

Eastern Illinois hopes to be much improved this year.

College player news:

Ohio State graduate transfer Ashanti Abshaw will miss the season after tearing her ACL in practice over the weekend.

Sophie Cunningham provided the assist on Aijha Blackwell's commitment to Missouri.

Bailey Greenberg wants to help Drexel jump from the WNIT to the big dance.

In Blair Green, Eastern Kentucky has sent Kentucky a lifeline.

Juco transfers are bringing experience and leadership to LSU.

College coach news:

Q&A with Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell.

With her contract extension behind her, LSU coach Nikki Fargas is hoping an inside-out approach results in wins.

Husker coach Amy Williams said there won't be glory for her team without GUTS.

WNBA news:

The CBA opt-out deadline for the WNBA and the players union is Oct. 31.

Bonus:

Rebecca Lobo podcast.

Let the stories flow

College team news:

Mississippi State has a score to settle this season.

Five observations from Duke's blue and white scrimmage yesterday.

Injuries are giving younger players opportunities to contribute at Creighton.

Little details are the focus as DePaul eyes a big season.

Colorado continues to reshape its roster.

The experienced Queen Bees are creating new expectations.

The most unique courts in college hoops.

College player news:

Kentucky sophomore Dorie Harrison is out indefinitely with an undisclosed health problem.

Ohio State freshman Dorka Juhasz is trying to live up to her mother's expectations.

WNBA news:

Skylar Diggins-Smith is done with your sexism.

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban met with Diggins-Smith, and here's what happened.

Elena Delle Donne was an honorary captain at yesterday's Washington Redskins game.

Q&A with A'ja Wilson.

Liz Cambage has returned home from China to rehab an Achilles injury.

Top draft prospects to watch this college season.

International news:

Lauren Jackson discusses her memoir.

Recruiting news:

No. 8 prospect Aijha Blackwell has committed to Missouri.

Bonus:

Hiring female coaches shows that the NBA is trending the right way.

Nancy Lieberman Award watch list

The list:

Chastadie Barrs, Lamar

Kenisha Bell, Minnesota

Kelly Campbell, DePaul

Chennedy Carter, Texas A&M

Taja Cole, Georgia

Crystal Dangerfield, Connecticut

Kayla Goth, Kansas State

Carmen Grande, Ohio State

Tyasha Harris, South Carolina

Sabrina Ionescu, Oregon

Paris Kea, North Carolina

Jessica Kovatch, Saint Francis

Kyra Lambert, Duke

Kennedy Leonard, Colorado

Channise Lewis, Maryland

Marina Mabrey, Notre Dame

Tiana Mangakahia, Syracuse

Laia Raventos, Charlotte

Tyasha Harris, South Carolina

Sabrina Ionescu, Oregon

Paris Kea, North Carolina

Jessica Kovatch, Saint Francis

Kyra Lambert, Duke

Kennedy Leonard, Colorado

Channise Lewis, Maryland

Marina Mabrey, Notre Dame

Tiana Mangakahia, Syracuse

Laia Raventos, Charlotte

Barrel scraping

Not much going on today.....

College team news:

The Gophers showed new twists yesterday in their first scrimmage under new coach Lindsay Whalen.

California envisions a deep run in the NCAA Tournament.

College player news:

Missouri's Sophie Cunningham begins her last hurrah.

More scrimmages, more preparation

College program news:

The consolidation of LIU Post and Brooklyn athletic teams has caught students off guard.

College team news:

Impressions from today's Minnesota open scrimmage.

Alabama is embracing new challenges.

College player news:

For Arkansas' Malica Monk, it's full speed ahead.

Arizona State's Kianna Ibis and N'Keal Harry lean on each other for support.

College coach news:

Kamie Ethridge is looking to make an instant impact on Washington State.

Recruiting news:

No. 15 prospect Maori Davenport has committed to Rutgers.

Bonus:

Why now is the time for a female head coach in men's sports.

Forever

It seems like it's taking forever for college basketball season to get here......

College team news:

The next step for Mississippi State is a National Championship.

But this year's Bulldogs team won't be like last year's.

South Carolina may become a three-point shooting team this season.

Utah wants to continue its climb in coach Lynne Roberts' fourth year.

How three players helped create a family culture at Oregon State.

Missouri players are upbeat about the season.

Will the shots still fall for Gonzaga to make another Tournament run?

College player news:

Amy Okonkwo is ready to lead TCU into a new era.

How Presley Hudson changed Central Michigan basketball.

Tennessee transfer Lou Brown tore her ACL in practice Wednesday and is likely out for the season.

Vanderbilt center Bree Horrocks will miss the start of the season as she deals with blood clots.

Q&A with Duke freshman Rayah Craig.

College coach news:

Brenda Frese looks to take advantage of Maryland's stable offseason.

After their January altercation, Dawn Staley and Robin Pingeton are ready to move on.

WNBA pay gap issue:

The G league select contracts are an affront to WNBA players.

Several players voiced their displeasure.

They have a point.

WNBA player news:

Sue Bird is meeting with the Denver Nuggets to discuss working for them.

Q&A with A'ja Wilson.

Former leaguer Chasity Melvin has been named to the Charlotte Hornets' G League coaching staff.

Recruiting news:

Kaelynn Satterfield has verbaled to Ohio State.

Bonus:

The Nike Air Swoopes and the disappearance of women's signature shoes.

Media day means an uptick in SEC news

College team news:

SEC media day review.

Mississippi aims to take the final step.

Can South Carolina fly under the radar? Coach Dawn Staley thinks they might.

The Lady Vols' season preview was a pressing matter at SEC media day.

Why is Maryland smiling? There is more help for Kaila Charles.

Ohio State is betting on graduate transfers to stay afloat this season.

College player news:

Macy Miller enters her senior year at South Dakota State with records to break and a legacy to secure.

Missouri's Sophie Cunningham praises South Carolina fans' dedication to booing her.

Texas transfer Danni Williams is taking shots at TAMU fans.

Christyn Williams has apologized to UConn coach Geno Auriemma for her Championship predictions, but still exudes confidence.

A chance encounter with Pat Summitt got Tennessee freshman Mimi Collins hooked on the Lady Vols.

College coach news:

Don't come for Vic Schaefer: he isn't having it.

TAMU coach Gary Blair is looking forward to a new season.

Lindsay Whalen is bringing her familiar face and a lot of memories back to the Barn.

Everything Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell said at SEC media day.

Jonathan Tsipis is expecting a more competitive Wisconsin team this year.

People are unsure what to expect from the Gamecocks, said coach Dawn Staley.

Nikki Fargas and LSU don't mind flying under the radar.

International news:

Yet another list of players to watch in the Euroleague.

WNBA news:

WNBA observers and fans are not fans of the NBA's G League plan.

Rebekkah Brunson and wife Bobbi Jo had a son.

Kristi Toliver made her historic debut as Wizards assistant coach.

Recruiting news:

Recruiting Brea Beal.

How Ashten Prechtel went from pokey kid to top prospect.

Bonus:

Former UNLV Rebels Dylan and Dakota Gonzalez have their hearts set on playing in the WNBA.

The plots thicken

College team news:

UConn is constantly fighting complacency.

The right coast Huskies have a renewed love of the game with a throwback coaching tactic.

The Washington Huskies are seeking scoring options besides star Amber Melgoza.

College player news:

Gabby Connally and Jenna Staiti are looking to fill big roles at Georgia.

Dominique McBryde's "old man's game" is a boost to Arizona's front court.

Evansville's Brooke Dossett is fighting Multiple Sclerosis in life and on the court.

College coach news:

An internal investigation into a "misunderstanding about practice rules" had lead to the resignation of East Carolina coach Heather Macy. Assistant coach Chad Killinger will be interim head coach.

A chat with Louisville associate head coach Stephanie Norman.

Gary Redus II is a new assistant coach at Vanderbilt.

WNBA news:

WNBA teams are finding success through creative partnerships.

It appears Skylar Diggins-Smith has a baby on the way.

USA Basketball news:

The USA 3X3 team won the Summer Youth Olympic Games gold medal.

It was a display of defense.

Aliyah Boston found a home on the court with USA Basketball.

The Games were the latest challenge for Paige Bueckers.

Sam Brunelle was happy to get another shot at gold.

The precursors continue

College team news:

UConn players are taking practice into their own hands.

How Syracuse built a powerful international recruiting pipeline.

Utah is ready for the season.

Roster turnover and depth may lead to better chemistry for BYU.

UNCW is ready to take the next step.

College player news:

Drake's Maddie Monahan is ready for more this season.

Deja Rawls and Ali Jaques are leading Siena.

Three must-see Florida State players.

Freshman Julie Ford brings athleticism to UAlbany.

Sophomore Jacaira Allen has left Mississippi State.

College coach news:

Geno Auriemma said losing wouldn't be the worst thing to happen to UConn.

Why a top recruit's good rapport with coach Dawn Staley could reap benefits for South Carolina.

International news:

Must-watch Euroleague debutantes.

The Women's Chinese Basketball Association has expanded to 18 teams and is now the largest women's pro basketball league in the world.

Kia Nurse is the WNBL player of the week.

WNBA player news:

Kristi Toliver is a new assistant coach for the Washington Wizards.

Sue Bird's flight to the national stage.

It is Nov. 6 yet?

College team news:

Gonzaga has plenty of talking points after their open scrimmage. They are focusing on consistency.

Drake is trying to prepare for a March Madness run.

BYU will be young and inexperienced, but they have an international flavor.

A new Conference USA schedule may help Western Kentucky's NCAA hopes.

College player news:

How about Arike Again-bowale?

Duquesne's Eniko Kuttor is determined to fight through a "scary" diagnosis.

Syracuse's Kiara Lewis is already in synch for the season.

Loretta Kakala is transferring from Louisville to Pacific.

UConn players are embracing an ownership role.

College coach news:

As Lisa Stockton prepares for her 25th year, Tulane aims for a better outcome.

Ravon Justice is eager to coach at Sam Houston State.

Bill Fennelly outlines the keys to success for Iowa State.

WNBA player news:

A'ja Wilson is the first WNBA player to represent Mountain Dew Ice.

Still on timeout

College team news:

UConn has begun practice and is searching for new starters.

WNBA player news:

Interview with Elena Delle Donne on business, balance and financial freedom.

Alana Beard discusses the diet and workout that keeps her among the elite of the WNBA.

International news:

The Opals are finding the going in the WNBL tough so far.

Light dusting

International news:

There are no shortage of life lessons on Taya Reimer's first overseas team.

Lauren Jackson on retirement, painkillers and being a mother.

College team news:

Oregon State continues to build off past successes.

Three things we learned about Virginia from today's scrimmage.

College coach news:

New Clemson coach Amanda Butler is bringing confidence to the job.

UConn coach Geno Auriemma says role players need to step up this year.

Has Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell found the player who will revitalize the program?

Several teams enter the season with high expectations

College team news:

Notre Dame begins its quest for a repeat. They are chasing history.

Oregon hopes fewer players lead to more wins.

Five tidbits on Syracuse's season from coach Quentin Hillsman.

DePaul enters the season with high expectations.

Northern Arizona is excited for the season.

Northern Colorado only has eight available players, which has limited practices.

College player news:

Texas forward Joyner Holmes injured her ankle in practice Monday and had surgery yesterday. She is out indefinitely.

Getting to know Duke's Emily Schubert.

College coach news:

Houston has given coach Ronald Hughey a contract extension through 2021-2022.

WNBA news:

Round table with Candace Parker, Angel McCoughtry and Chiney Ogwumike.

Two U.S. Senators have introduced a resolution to honor the Seattle Storm.

Liberty guard Sugar Rodgers is participating in the "Her Time to Play" initiative.

USA Basketball news:

The USA 3X3 team advanced to the quarterfinals of the Youth Olympics undefeated.

Bonus:

Some women's hoops history.

Storylines, both burgeoning and present

College team news:

The Notre Dame roster is loaded for another run at the title.

Is this year Final Four or bust for Oregon?

Baylor has been tabbed to win the Big 12, with Texas second.

Mississippi State will represent the USA in the 2019 World University Games.

Big names with big rankings dot the guest list for Kentucky Big Blue Madness tomorrow.

The freshmen are learning the ropes for the Buckeyes.

College player news:

Michigan's Hallie Thorne is closing in on a milestone as interest from the WNBA rises.

College coach news:

Georgia has extended the contract of coach Joni Taylor, and given her a raise.

Carolyn Peck has resigned as Vanderbilt assistant coach.

WNBA news:

The WNBA and NBA have launched Her Time to Play.

The secret style stars of the WNBA.

Several WNBA stars posed for InStyle Magazine.

Behind the scenes.

What some players are doing instead of going overseas.

Chris Sienko has been named president of the Atlanta Dream.

International news:

The family rivalry that's driving Kia Nurse in chasing wins for the Canberra Capitals.

Recruiting news:

Top recruit Laeticia Amihere, from Canada, is deciding between South Carolina, Kentucky and Louisville.

Bonus:

ESPN's college broadcasting plans for the season.

The nine largest arenas in college basketball.

Lauren Niemiera is savoring her rise as a basketball official.

Big, hearty news chunks

College team news:

Michigan hopes their depth fills the void left by Katelyn Flaherty.

Freshmen and transfers are bolstering the Pac-12.

Oregon is charging forward.

Oregon State is big, deep and experienced. Can they be elite?

Expectations are low for Washington and Washington State this season, and they have nowhere to go but up.

Cal and Stanford are picked to finish in the middle of the pack.

The Bears have a chip on their shoulders from last year's NCAA Tournament first-round loss.

New Mexico has been picked to win the WAC title.

A point guard from New Zealand won't be joining UMaine after all.

College player news:

Q&A with Duke's Jayda Adams.

Similaries run deep for Iowa State sophomores Rae Johnson and Kristin Scott.

Five-star freshman Amy Dilk is taking the reins at point guard for Michigan.

College coach news:

Felisha Legette-Jack is making the most out of a second chance many female coaches don't get.

Utah coach Lynne Roberts vows not to get lost in the pressure of the season as the Utes go for an NCAA Tournament berth.

Cincinnati is starting over with first-year coach Michelle Clark-Heard.

Mickie DeMoss has joined Vanderbilt as an assistant coach.

Travis Ponton is LIU Brooklyn's new assistant coach.

Pac-12 media day was today:

It was an action-packed day in San Francisco.

Storylines from the day.

Best team portraits of the day.

Oregon has been picked to win the conference.

The entire Cal team celebrated at coach Lindsay Gottlieb's wedding last month.

Tara VanDerveer is a legendary coach and a water skier.

Washington and Oregon State players sing together.

Jenna Moser's rise for the Huskies from practice player to starter.

Despite losing Marie Gulich, Oregon State is now even taller.

WNBA player news:

Candace Parker has joined Turner Sports as an NBA and NCAA commentator.

Diamond DeShields didn't have time for anxiety as a WNBA rookie.

Passion and philanthropy go hand in hand for Elena Delle Donne.

International news:

Lauren Jackson had to wean herself off painkillers in her retirement.

It's getting to be team preview season

College conference news:

SEC preview.

College team news:

Oregon is hitting the ground running.

The Ducks have their sights set on the Final Four.

UConn has extended their series with Baylor and scheduled a series with Virginia.

Northern Colorado is prepared to defend their Big Sky Conference title.

Indiana has the luxury of depth this season.

The Gophers are undefeated, jokes new coach Lindsay Whalen.

College player news:

Air Force's Kennedy Beale has become a viral sensation after a tumbling routine at a recent football game.

Daphane White is no longer with Mississippi State.

Iowa State has a new point guard in Alexa Middleton.

The Cyclones have big plans for freshman Ashley Joens.

WNBA player news:

Elena Delle Donne is pushing for a cure for Lyme Disease.

Bonus:

The game shines in the ESPN special "Basketball, a love story."

The series is a rhapsody in hoops.

The day Belgium saved women's basketball.

A female basketball player from Afghanistan has been named to the International Olympic Committee.

The visualization of women's leadership networks in college athletics.

Puma's #REFORM campaign will back their top ambassadors - including Skylar Diggins-Smith - to drive social change.

College, international seasons shaping up

College team news:

Five storylines for the Pac-12.

What to expect from UCLA this season.

Tennessee front court preview.

Oregon returns with a veteran team.

Maryland's season may hinge on once again becoming elite on offense.

Iowa State is eyeing a special season.

Here's why Wichita State will shoot more threes this season.

Chattanooga is getting hyped with new coach Katie Burrows.

College player news:

Destiny Slocum's long wait is almost over at Oregon State.

Iowa State excitedly welcomes scorer Ashley Joens, a freshman.

Bridget Carleton is back from the World Cup and practicing with the Cyclones.

College coach news:

The last piece of the Dawn Staley-Jim Sterk feud has been settled.

McDaniel College coach Becky Martin still plans on winning, despite stage 4 cancer.

WNBA news:

Jr. NBA week tipped off today with a "Her time to play" initiative, which promotes girls basketball participation.

WNBA player news:

Breanna Stewart's awards trifecta this year will be hard to repeat.

Devereaux Peters left one writer less depressed on the day the new Supreme Court justice was sworn in.

Stefanie Dolson talks about Gabby Williams' rookie season.

Renee Montgomery's offseason playlist.

International player news:

The WNBL starts the season with optimism.

Liz Cambage will sit out the Opals season.

Nigeria's Evelyn Akhator is setting her sights on the Tokyo Olympics.

NCAA is looking at more transfer rule changes

More transfer rule changes on the horizon?

College team news:

A tight bond is helping Colorado in practices.

UMaine is coming into the season with high expectations.

Wright State should have a versatile team this year.

Virginia will have a fan meet and greet Tuesday.

College player news:

Taylor Chavez is the lone newcomer for Oregon.

Two Arizona players are bonding and rooming with a volleyball player.

I don't remember when there's been as little news as there has been this weekend.

Just a drizzle

College team news:

Is this the year South Carolina embraces position-less basketball?

"This is the uptick year," Purdue coach Sharon Versyp says.

Oregon and UConn will have a two-year series that begins next season.

Could lack of depth be the Ducks' downfall?

Can the Tar Heels turn the corner this season?

New Mexico State looks to regain their edge this season.

Pain and determination has lead to the first women's basketball team at Texas A&M-San Antonio.

College player news:

Haley Gorecki and Leaonna Odom are ready to step up for the Blue Devils.

Versatile guard Amandine Toi is helping Virginia push the pace.

College coach news:

The contract of Yale coach Allison Guth has been extended through 2023-2024.

WNBA player news:

Q&A with Jewell Loyd and Breanna Stewart.

Bonus:

The U.S. and Spain remain first in second in world rankings.

Pac-12 schedule finally released

College conference news:

At last, the Pac-12 schedule is out.

College team news:

Gonzaga expects a third straight WCC title with their standout seniors.

Five intriguing Arizona State games to watch this year.

Oregon State preview.

College player news:

Aarion McDonald is a game-changer for Arizona.

College coach news:

Dawn Staley has switched from U.S. to college mode.

College coach news:

LSU coach Nikki Fargas' contract has been extended three years, through the 2021-2022 season.

World Cup and Euroleague news:

Q&A with Kara Lawson on the World Cup.

Twelve players to watch in Euroleague qualifications.

Before they won the World Cup, members of Team USA collectively won 17 national titles.

Bonus:

Tiffany Bias is living her best life.

No games, but more news

College team news:

Georgia looks to close the gap this season.

Ohio State has a tough early schedule.

Boise State has a deep bench this year.

Kansas enters the year with postseason aspirations.

Oregon State is off to a fast start in practice.

College player news:

Kysre Gondrezick gets the point for West Virginia.

Kansas guard Jessica Washington said her ACL tear was a blessing in disguise.

College coach news:

Lindsay Whalen and Minnesota are excited to host the Final Four in 2022.

Kevin McGuff previews sixth year at Ohio State.

A contract extension for LSU coach Nikki Fargas is on the board agenda for the third time.

Coach Kate Achter is bringing success to Loyola Phoenix.

Recruiting news:

No. 2 prospect Jordan Horston has committed to Tennessee.

WNBA news:

The search for the next league president has never been more important.

The challenges and opportunities facing the new president are many.

Is the best to come for Breanna Stewart?

Stewart and Candace Parker discussed the future of the WNBA.

A'ja Wilson said the WNBA's pay inequity is a tough pill to swallow.

Bonus:

History of the WNBA.

Lindsey Harding is blazing a new trail as a scout for the Sixers.

Lauren Jackson is now setting the standard off the court.

The FIBA president thanked Nigeria and Senegal for their historic performances at the World Cup.