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Stanford Basketball Announces Jersey Numbers for Newcomers

Stanford basketball is gearing up for another season. Last year, the Cardinal defied expectations in a big way, not only finishing in the top half of the ACC, but also winning 20 or more games for the first time since 2020.

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Stanford Football's Biggest Surprise Ratings on College Football 26

The release of College Football 26 is only a few days away, and with the game almost out, it is time for EA to reveal who the game's highest rated players are for each program.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / July 2

Arizona Cardinal Legend's Son Tabs Stanford as One of His Four Finalists

2025 recruiting classes are all filled out and on campus for their respective programs ahead of what should be another exciting season of college football this fall.

Maxime Raynaud News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings sign second-rounder to a three-year deal

The deal is fully guaranteed for the first two seasons, with a team option for 2027-28

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / July 1

Stanford Baseball to Play in College Baseball Series vs Former Pac 12 Rivals

Stanford baseball has officially announced that they will be entering the College Baseball Series next season, with the event taking place on college baseball’s opening weekend, February 13-15, in Surprise, AZ.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / July 1

Stanford Cardinal Transfer Could be BYU's Starting QB

A former Stanford commit may very well get his chance to shine after all. Originally committed to the Cardinal and slated to join forces with his brother, Tiger Bachmeier, Bear Bachmeier announced after the start of spring practices that he was entering the transfer portal, hoping to find a better opportunity for a starting job.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 30

Press Release: Stanford Men's Basketball Hires Brett MacConnell as Assistant Coach

Stanford, Calif. -- Kyle Smith, the Anne and Tony Joseph Director of Men’s Basketball, has announced the addition of Brett MacConnell as assistant coach.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 30

NCAA Snubs Stanford and Cal in ACC-SEC Challenge — Fair or Flawed?

Stanford and Cal men's basketball are becoming completely disrespected by the NCAA. Recently, college basketball announced an ACC-SEC challenge. During the non-conference slate of the season, ACC and SEC teams will compete against each other to prove who truly the best conference in college basketball.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 25

Press Release: Stanford Women's Basketball to Face Oregon at Chase Center

Stanford, Calif. -- Stanford will face Oregon in the Invisalign® Bay Area Women’s Classic at Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday, Dec. 21, the venue announced Wednesday.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 24

Former Cardinal Temo Becerra Commits to Texas

Shortly before the college baseball season ended for the Stanford Cardinal, Temo Becerra announced that he was going to enter the transfer portal with just a few weeks left of the season.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 19

Stanford Softball Has Two Players Earn All-American Honors

Awards season is officially underway. Now that college softball has crowned a national champion for 2025, the offseason is now in full swing, with many programs already hard at work on building a contender for next season.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 18

Stanford Baseball's Jimmy Nati Named a Gold Glove Finalist

Stanford baseball's season may not have gone as expected, but there is no denying that there is plenty of talent on the roster. With the College World Series winding down and a national champion soon to be crowned, award finalists are starting to roll out, and Stanford is getting some much-warranted recognition.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 18

Press Release: Former Cardinal Bosgana, Jump to play in FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025

STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford alumnae Elena Bosgana and Hannah Jump will be competing in the upcoming FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025, which will be held in Czechia, Germany, Italy and Greece from June 18-29.

Baltimore Orioles News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 14

Baltimore Orioles Option Former Stanford Cardinal

The Baltimore Orioles have activated catcher Gary Sánchez from the IL, and in a corresponding move, optioned former Stanford Cardinal Maverick Handley to Triple-A Norfolk.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 14

USMNT Seen Training at Stanford's Soccer Facilities Before Gold Cup

Stanford soccer is hosting a very special guest this weekend. Per their social media pages, the United States Men’s National Team is practicing at the Stanford training ground, as well as their stadium.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 13

Stanford Women's Basketball Reveals Numbers for Incoming Freshman

A new era is officially here. A disappointing 2024-25 campaign has the Stanford Cardinal women's basketball program hungry to get back to national prominence, with the program eager to prove that they are back in the national title conversation.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 13

Jaylen Petty De-commits from Stanford

Stanford basketball just received some tough news. This week, Jaylen Petty officially announced his de-commitment from Stanford University, and will be looking for a new opportunity.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 13

Stanford Football Lands Four-Star Offensive Lineman

The Cardinal continue to build for the future. As 2025 training camp fast approaches, the Stanford Cardinal keep looking ahead and putting full focus on assembling a strong recruiting class for 2026.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 12

Stanford Starting Catcher Commits to Hawaii

Stanford baseball has officially lost another player to the portal. A few weeks ago early into the opening of the transfer portal, starting catcher Charlie Saum was the second Cardinal to announce his intent to transfer, after Temo Bacerra.

Stanford Cardinal News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 12

Press Release: Stanford WBB to host Tennessee for ACC/SEC Challenge

STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford will renew its storied rivalry with Tennessee when it hosts the Lady Volunteers on Wednesday, Dec. 3 as part of the 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge, which was announced Thursday by the two conferences and ESPN.

Micah Ford News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / June 12

Stanford Football Lands Four-Star Ryelan Morris

Even through times of uncertainty, the Stanford Cardinal football program continue to build a team with elite talent. The 2025 season is fast approaching, but that does not mean that focus isn't being put into 2026, with general manager Andrew Luck and company working diligently to put together a solid 2026 recruiting class.

Emmett Mosley V News / Yardbarker / April 14

Texas lands commitment from ex-Stanford WR bursting with potential

The Texas Longhorns just picked up a transfer commitment who's going to be looked at as very interesting over the next few seasons.

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Andrew Luck News / Yardbarker / March 25

Stanford opening gives Luck chance to quickly remake Cardinal

Stanford opening gives Andrew Luck chance to quickly remake Cardinal

Once again, Stanford's fate rests on Andrew Luck's shoulders. On Tuesday, the university announced it had fired head football coach Troy Taylor one week following an ESPN report that detailed a troubling pattern of unprofessional conduct from the two-year Cardinal coach.

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