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Rutgers' Zennia Thomas Among FISU America Games Leaders in Free Throws Made Through Three Games

Rutgers women's basketball guard Zennia Thomas has been one of the most productive players at the IV FISU America Games in Lima, Peru, and her efficiency at the foul line has placed her among the tournament's statistical leaders.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 26

Rutgers Freshmen Among FISU America Games' Top 3-Point Shooters Through First Three Games

Rutgers women's basketball has not only dominated the competition at the 2026 FISU America Games in Lima, Peru, but two of its young guards have also become some of the tournament's most dangerous outside shooters.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 26

Greg Schiano Makes Bold National Championship Statement About Rutgers Football

Greg Schiano is not interested in placing a ceiling on what Rutgers football can become. During a wide-ranging interview with Yogi Roth, Schiano made it clear that his ultimate goal extends far beyond consistently qualifying for bowl games or merely becoming competitive in the Big Ten.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 26

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Stays Perfect With 95-32 Rout of Ecuador

Rutgers women’s basketball continued its dominant run through the FISU America Games on Saturday morning. Scarlet Knights, representing Team USA in Lima, scored a 95-32 victory over Ecuador as they improved their record to 3-0.

Kahleah Copper News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 25

Former Rutgers Star Kahleah Copper Named WNBA All-Star for Fifth Time

Former Rutgers women’s basketball star Kahleah Copper has been named to the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game, earning the fifth All-Star selection of her professional career.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Big Ten Network / July 24

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KJ Duff News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 24

Rutgers Star KJ Duff Reveals Why He Nearly Left Before Choosing Legacy

Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff Jr came closer to leaving the program than previously known. During a Y-Option interview with Yogi Roth published Wednesday, Duff revealed that he told head coach Greg Schiano and wide receivers coach Dave Brock he wanted to leave following his breakout 2025 season.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 24

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Overwhelms Argentina for Second Straight 50-Point Win

Rutgers women’s basketball continued its commanding start at the FISU America Games on Thursday, defeating Argentina 95-45 in Lima, Peru. The Rutgers Women continued their dominance in international competition, improving to 2-0 with their second consecutive 50-point or greater victory.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 23

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Faces Unbeaten Argentina in Second FISU America Games Matchup

Rutgers women’s basketball will face its first significant test of the FISU America Games when the Scarlet Knights meet unbeaten Argentina at noon ET Thursday in Lima, Peru.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 23

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Opens Gary Redus II Era With Dominant Win Over Peru

Rutgers women’s basketball opened its first stretch of live competition under head coach Gary Redus II With a commanding 101-51 victory over host Peru on Wednesday at the FISU America Games.

Vivian Stringer News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 21

C. Vivian Stringer Receives WBCA Lifetime Achievement Award

Legendary former Rutgers women’s basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer has been named the 2026 recipient of the Betty F. Jaynes Lifetime Achievement Award The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced June 16, 2026.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 21

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Signs Four-Star Guard Chikae Desdunes

Rutgers women’s basketball added four-star combo guard Chikae Desdunes to its 2026-27 roster, giving new head coach Gary Redus II his first incoming freshman and another foundational piece as the Scarlet Knights prepare for his first season.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 17

Top Euro Player Officially Signs to Come to Rutgers Program

Italian guard and forward Diego Garavaglia has officially signed as part of Rutgers' Men's Basketball 2026-27 roster. It's a great day for Garavaglia, his family, and the entire Rutgers program.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 16

Rutgers Basketball, Tariq Francis Recognized for Academic Excellence by NABC

Rutgers men's basketball added another achievement to its 2025-26 campaign Tuesday, earning the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Team Academic Excellence Award, while incoming senior guard Tariq Francis was named to the 2025-26 NABC Honors Court for his individual academic performance.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 16

Rutgers Football Commit James Cocozzo Reclassifies to 2026, Will Join Scarlet Knights Early

Rutgers received a boost to its offensive line depth this week as three-star offensive lineman James Cocozzo announced he is reclassifying from the 2027 recruiting class to 2026 and will enroll with the Scarlet Knights ahead of the upcoming season.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 10

Where Rutgers Football Lands in ESPN's 2026 FPI Rankings

The Scarlet Knights check in at No. 68 in ESPN’s updated Football Power Index for the 2026 college football season as the program heads into fall camp under the direction of Greg Schiano.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 8

Rutgers' 2026 Recruiting Class Remains Among Big Ten's Best Following Latest Rankings Update

Rutgers football continues to construct what looks to be one of the better 2026 recruiting classes in the Big Ten. The Scarlet Knights currently rank No.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / July 8

Former Rutgers Captain Jamil Merrell Leaves Lasting Legacy On and Off the Field

The Rutgers football community is mourning the loss of former team captain Jamil Merrell, who passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 36. Merrell played

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / The Spun / July 8

Former Rutgers Football Captain Jamil Merrell Dead at 36

Tragedy struck the Rutgers football program this week as Jamil Merrell, the school's former team captain, passed away this week. He was 36 years old. On Tuesday, Merrell's twin brother Jamal Merrell took to Instagram and announced that the former Rutgers captain passed away.