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Purdue Women's Basketball Earns First Transfer Portal Commitment of 2026

The Purdue women's basketball program has landed its first prospect out of the transfer portal. On Saturday, the Boilermakers earned a pledge from Averi Aaron, a 6-foot-1 forward who previously played at Louisiana Tech.

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Purdue Coach Dave Shondell Excited About Inaugural Big Ten Volleyball Tournament

The 2026 Big Ten volleyball season just got more interesting. On Thursday, the league announced it will hold a conference tournament at the end of the regular season, which will be played just 71 miles from Purdue's home gymnasium.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 16

Where Former Purdue Basketball Players Have Committed for the 2026-27 Season

When the 2026-27 college basketball season tips off, there will be four former Purdue basketball players who will be suiting up elsewhere. Myles Colvin, Camden Heide and Will Berg left the program following the 2024-25 season, and Aaron Fine entered the transfer portal after this past year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 16

Purdue Women's Basketball Hosting Two Big East Transfer Prospects

The work continues for coach Katie Gearlds and her staff this week, as the Purdue women's basketball team is hosting two recruits on Thursday night and Friday.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

How Does Aaron Fine's Departure Impact Purdue Basketball?

Aaron Fine has found a new school to call home. On Wednesday, the former Purdue guard announced his commitment to Ball State, where he'll have three years of eligibility to use.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Purdue Women's Basketball Hosts Multiple Transfer Prospects During Busy Stretch

Katie Gearlds and her staff have been busy over the past several days, hosting multiple high-level transfer prospects, sources confirmed to Purdue Boilermakers on SI.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Former Assistant Coach Terry Johnson Thanks Purdue With Sincere Message

Purdue assistant Terry Johnson sent out a sincere message on social media on Tuesday, leaving the program after five years. He had been a member of Matt Painter's staff since the 2021-22 season and played a key role in getting the Boilermakers to the National Championship Game in 2024.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Purdue Basketball Coaching Staff Changes: How Does it Impact the Boilers?

Purdue finalized its coaching staff for the 2026-27 college basketball season, making a few changes. Coach Matt Painter promoted P.J. Thompson to associate head coach, former Boiler Kenneth Lowe replaces Terry Johnson as an assistant, and former players Lance Jones and Sterling Carter return as graduate assistants.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 14

Purdue Basketball Announces Staff Changes, Updates for 2026-27 Season

The coaching staff in West Lafayette will look a little different for the 2026-27 college basketball season. On Tuesday, Purdue announced some changes to Matt Painter's staff for next year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 14

Why Barry Odom is Confident Purdue Football Can 'Make a Run' in 2026

Barry Odom understands that Purdue's 2025 season was a disappointment. The Boilermakers finished with a 2-10 record and went winless in Big Ten play. But those struggles added fuel to the fire during the offseason and added to the head coach's drive to get the program back on track in West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Purdue Among Most-Watched College Basketball Teams During 2025-26 Season

Purdue was among the most popular teams to watch throughout the 2025-26 college basketball season, including the NCAA Tournament. The Boilermakers ranked in the top five in viewership this past year, according to Nielsen.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Purdue Football Adds to 2027 Class With Pair of Offensive Commitments

Purdue's 2027 recruiting class has landed a few important prospects since the conclusion of spring practice over the weekend. The Boilermakers received verbal commitments from three-star running back Amos Bradford and three-star quarterback Jackie Ryder, adding to next year's class.

NFL News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Jim Everett Pitched Specific Head Coach Candidate to Purdue Football Back in 2022

Before Purdue hired Ryan Walters as its head football coach in December 2022, program legend Jim Everett tried to pitch another candidate to his alma mater.

Matt Painter News / Total Apex Sports / April 11

Portal Immunity: How Matt Painter and Purdue Basketball Pulled Off the Impossible for 2026-2027 Season

If you follow college basketball even passively these days, you know the drill. The moment the final buzzer sounds on the season, the sport devolves into a chaotic, high-stakes game of musical chairs.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 10

Purdue Basketball Makes Major Roster Announcement for 2026-27 Season

The title of the hit song by Thin Lizzy may have to be changed to The Boilers are Back in Town. On Friday night, the Purdue men's basketball program made a huge announcement regarding its roster for the 2026-27 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 10

Purdue Women's Basketball Adds Second New Assistant Coach to Staff

The Purdue women's basketball program has announced another new addition to its staff for the 2026-27 season. On Friday, the school confirmed that it has hired USF's Bojan Jankovic to be an assistant coach.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 10

Incoming Purdue Center Sinan Huan To Participate At 2026 Nike Hoop Summit

Incoming Purdue center Sinan Huan is participating in one of the premier events featuring top high school athletes this weekend: the Nike Hoop Summit. The 7-foot-1 future Boilermaker is just one of many stars who will be playing in Saturday night's game.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 9

Talented 2027 In-State Receiver Includes Purdue in Top Four

Purdue is firmly in the mix to land one of the top in-state prospects of the 2027 recruiting class. Branden Sharpe, a receiver from Brownsburg, Ind., revealed his four finalists this week, with the Boilermakers among them.

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / April 9

Purdue Basketball: Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, Trey Kaufman-Renn Legacy, Stats & Impact

In today’s college basketball world, keeping one student-athlete for four years is rare. Retaining three starters and pivotal contributors for their entire span of eligibility is unheard of.

Ryan Browne News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 8

Purdue Coach Barry Odom Talks Offseason Growth From Quarterback Ryan Browne

For Purdue to swim out of the depths of the Big Ten standings, it's going to have to see vast improvement across the board. The chains are always the heaviest for the quarterback, but the Boilermakers return last year's starter with Ryan Browne back in West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 8

Purdue Signee Luke Ertel Among Finalists for Prestigious Basketball Award

Incoming Purdue point guard Luke Ertel has been named a finalist for Indiana's most prestigious basketball honor. The Mt. Vernon superstar is one of five candidates to win the state's Mr.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 28

Tommy Lloyd overcomes pressure to get Arizona into Final Four

After getting over the Sweet 16 roadblock earlier in the month, Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd answered any doubters by getting the Wildcats to a place the program hasn't been in 25 years.

Arizona, Illinois end long Final Four droughts with regional final wins

Illinois-Indiana Elite 8 game interrupted by horn malfunction

Men's NCAA Tournament winners, losers: UConn, Duke set for Elite Eight matchup

The 'Big 12 basketball Player of the Year' quiz

Trey Kaufman-Renn News / Yardbarker / March 26

Watch: Last second tip-in leads Purdue Boilermakers to Elite Eight

The No. 2 seed Purdue Boilermakers are headed to the Elite 8, thanks to senior forward Trey Kaufman-Renn.

Purdue star appears to gets away with violation on game-winner vs. Texas

Alvaro Folgueiras and Iowa Hawkeyes make historic run to Elite Eight

St. John's head coach Rick Pitino has hilarious plan for stopping Duke star Cameron Boozer

ESPN analysts reveal key to No. 5 St. John's upsetting No. 1 Duke in Sweet 16

Todd Golden and Florida Gators would be smart to heed Steve Spurrier's advice

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22

Loyer shows he's as crucial as Smith in Purdue's win over Miami

Fletcher Loyer shows he's as crucial as Braden Smith in Purdue's win over Miami

Loyer scored a game-leading 24 points on 6-of-7 shooting from the field and 4-of-4 shooting from three in a 79-69 win over Miami in St. Louis.

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

Purdue Boilermakers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16

Purdue player has no idea where their NCAA Tournament opponent is from

Purdue Boilermakers senior center Oscar Cluff is ready for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, but he still has some catching up to do on his team’s first-round opponent, the Queens University Royals.