The countdown to NCAA action continues

College team news:

With UConn weakened, it’s anyone’s game – maybe Maryland’s.

Experience and leadership will drive Indiana this season.

Iowa is on a mission following a disappointing year.

North Dakota plans to push the pace.

Three outstanding players are vying for Purdue’s starting forward position.

Penn State is focused on team effort this season.

A successful season last year has left Eastern Washington hungry for more.

Fresno State begins the Mountain West race looking at the reigning champs.

College player news:

The Gophers will retire Rachel Banham’s jersey Jan. 1.

Oregon State’s Sydney Wiese is grateful for one more year.

Carlie Wagner had adjusted to her go-to role at Minnesota.

College coach news:

Western Kentucky coach Michelle Clark-Heard is excited for the season.

UNLV coach Kathy Oliver is hungry to win.

UConn coach Geno Auriemma said coaching in the Olympics was relaxing.

WNBA news:

Year-by-year look at all the WNBA champions.

One-on-one with Skylar Diggins.