Sun Belt Unveils 2026 Football Schedule
The Sun Belt Conference has released its 2026 football schedule, outlining the conference matchups and timing for the upcoming season.
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Sun Belt suspends players after second-round WBB championship fight
The Sun Belt Conference issued suspensions after a fight occurred during the second round of the women’s basketball championship.
Sun Belt Football Preseason Predictions and Honors for 2025
The Sun Belt Conference announced its 2025 preseason football awards, all-conference teams, and coaches poll, with James Madison and Louisiana predicted to win their divisions. Braylon Braxton, Blayne Myrick, and Clune Van Andel received top individual honors, and Georgia Southern led all teams with nine preseason all-conference picks.
Louisiana Tech Joins Sun Belt Conference After Texas State's Departure
Louisiana Tech University has accepted an invitation to join the Sun Belt Conference by July 2027, aiming to enhance regional rivalries, student-athlete experience, and athletic success, with the move supported by university leadership and the conference.
Louisiana Tech Rejoins Sun Belt Conference After Texas State's Departure
Louisiana Tech University is joining the Sun Belt Conference by July 1, 2027, reuniting regional rivalries and enhancing competition across multiple sports, with the move supported by university and conference leaders to benefit student-athletes and fans.
Sun Belt Extends Invitation to Louisiana Tech After Texas State Departure
Louisiana Tech has been invited to rejoin the Sun Belt Conference, potentially starting in 2026, as part of conference realignment efforts, with the move driven by regional rivalries and sports success, despite some pushback from East teams.
Texas Schools and Teams Eyeing Opportunities in Pac-12 Realignment
Louisiana Tech is at the center of conference realignment speculation, with reports suggesting it could replace Texas State in the Sun Belt Conference if Texas State joins the Pac-12. Tech's officials are evaluating potential opportunities amid ongoing industry changes, with possible moves happening as soon as the end of June, which could see Tech competing in the Sun Belt as early as 2026-27.
Marshall Withdraws from Independence Bowl Amid Player Exodus
Marshall University has opted out of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl following a significant number of player transfers and a coaching change. After winning the Sun Belt Conference title, Marshall's head coach Charles Huff departed for Southern Miss, leading to the hiring of Tony Gibson from NC State. With 36 players, including key quarterbacks, entering the transfer portal, and staff departures, Marshall is unable to field a team for the bowl game against Army. The Independence Bowl now seeks a replacement team.
Appalachian State Parts Ways with Head Coach Shawn Clark
Appalachian State has fired head football coach Shawn Clark after a 5-6 season, marking the program's first losing season since 2013. Clark, who had a 40-24 record over five seasons, was let go after his buyout dropped to $500,000. Despite early successes, including a notable upset over Texas A&M in 2022, the team struggled this year, finishing 3-5 in the Sun Belt Conference. Athletic director Doug Gillin cited the need to compete for conference championships and playoff berths as reasons for the change.
Marshall Clinches Sun Belt Title Game Spot in Double-OT Thriller
Louisiana and Marshall have secured spots in the 2024 Sun Belt Football Championship, with Louisiana making its fifth appearance and Marshall qualifying for the first time. The championship game host will be determined by computer rankings and announced on December 1. Coastal Carolina also achieved bowl eligibility for the fifth consecutive year. In other notable games, Texas State, Troy, Old Dominion, and Georgia Southern secured victories, with standout performances from players like Texas State's Jordan McCloud and Louisiana's Zylan Perry.
"JMU vs. Marshall: The Most Hilarious Basketball Showdown of the Season"
Marshall and JMU played a bizarre basketball game in the Sun Belt conference championship, with Marshall winning 95-92 in overtime. Marshall's intense full-court press and commitment to three-pointers and offensive rebounds led to a chaotic game with 39 turnovers for JMU and 33 offensive rebounds for Marshall. Despite the unconventional style of play, Marshall's approach has been successful, leading them to a 26-6 record. The game was not particularly fun to watch, but it was undeniably entertaining and ended with Marshall emerging victorious.
"2024 Sun Belt Football Schedule Highlights Weeknight 'Battle for the Belt'"
The Sun Belt Conference has unveiled its 2024 football schedule, featuring 56 league games with each program playing eight conference games. The conference is coming off a successful 2023 season and continues to emphasize its regional identity with a divisional model. Eleven Sun Belt programs will be featured in midweek games on ESPN platforms, and the 2024 season marks the 13th consecutive season that every Sun Belt football home game will appear on an ESPN platform.
Tulane Set to Hire Troy Coach Jon Sumrall as New Head Coach
Tulane University is reportedly close to hiring Jon Sumrall as its new football coach, following the departure of Willie Fritz. Sumrall, who has achieved a 23-4 record with Troy and won back-to-back Sun Belt Conference titles, was previously a finalist for the Duke job and considered a frontrunner for the Kentucky position. Tulane is coming off a successful season, with a 12-2 record, an American Athletic Conference championship, and a Cotton Bowl victory.
JMU Secures Historic Bowl Berth Amidst Lack of 6-Win Teams
James Madison University's football team, in its second year of transitioning to the Football Bowl Subdivision, has been selected to participate in a bowl game for the first time in program history. With an impressive 11-1 overall record and 7-1 conference mark, JMU finished with the best record in the Sun Belt Conference. The team excelled in various defensive categories and ranked in the top 25 for both scoring offense and defense. The full bowl schedule will be announced on December 3.
ODU's Offense Shines in 38-31 Victory over Louisiana
Old Dominion University's football team, led by quarterback Grant Wilson, delivered an impressive performance with their up-tempo offense, defeating Louisiana 38-31 in their home opener. The victory ended a seven-game losing streak for the Monarchs and showcased their potential for the rest of the season. Wilson threw four touchdown passes and ran for another, while running back Keshawn Wicks had a career-best rushing performance. The Monarchs' defense stood tall in the final seconds to secure the win.