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April 8, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Tennis balls wait in a cart for a practice session.

The UCF Tennis teams are hosting their respective Big 12 Tournaments at the USTA National Campus as they push to host NCAA Regionals.

April 8, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Tennis balls wait in a cart for a practice session.

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The UCF Tennis teams are hosting their respective Big 12 Tournaments at the USTA National Campus as they push to host NCAA Regionals.

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Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights forward Jamichael Stillwell (4) shoots the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Basketball

UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell enters transfer portal and confirms he is seeking another year of eligibility.

Jan 31, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights center John Bol (7) defends Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Jaylen Petty (11) during the second half at Addition Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Basketball

UCF centers John Bol and Elijah Hulsewe confirm their returns for the 2026-27 season.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights guard Themus Fulks (1) dribbles the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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UCF guard Themus Fulks declared for the 2026 NBA Draft.

Mar 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; UCF Knights center Moustapha Thiam (52) makes a move against West Virginia Mountaineers guard Javon Small (7) during the second half at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Former UCF and Cincinnati center Moustapha Thiam is reportedly considering a return to the Knights for the 2026-27 season.

Wofford Terriers guard Cayden Vasko (0) takes a jump shot as Auburn Tigers take on Wofford Terriers at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

Basketball

UCF men's basketball reportedly added its first guard from the transfer portal, Cayden Vasko, formerly of Wofford.

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles forward Isaiah Malone (32) tries to get possession of a ball during the second half of a GEICO Coconut Hoops Tournament Tarpon Bay division game against the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles at Alico Arena on Fort Myers, Fla., on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025.

Basketball

UCF's men's basketball team makes its first transfer portal addition of the offseason.

Nov 1, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost leaves the field following the game against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Football

UCF coach Scott Frost provides an update on quarterback Alonza Barnett III after his absence from the first two weeks of spring practice.

Mar 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins argues a call during the first half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Basketball

Guard Carmelo Pacheco was announced as officially returning for the 2026-27 season.

Nov 1, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost on the sidelines against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Football

A pair of 2026 UCF Knights football games shift from Saturday to Friday.

Mar 19, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins conducts a press conference during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Basketball

With the transfer portal window now open, here are three more players currently in the transfer portal coach Johnny Dawkins can target for his 2026-27 squad.

Iowa State Cyclones' guard Jada Williams (8) lays up the ball around UCF Knights center Khyala Ngodu (35) during the second quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball on Jan. 31, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

Basketball

With a new coaching staff at the helm, here are three players currently in the transfer portal that coach Gave Lazo can target for his debut Knights squad.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights guard Chris Johnson (22) dribbles the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Basketball

Follow along as the UCF Knights men's and women's basketball programs build their 2026-27 transfer portal class. This real-time tracker features every acquisition, departure, position group insights, and how the class stacks up nationally.

Nov 1, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost leaves the field following the game against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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In honor of Easter, here are three things UCF fans are hoping to find in their metaphorical Easter eggs this holiday weekend.

Tennessee Lady Vols assistant coach Gabe Lazo talks to Tennessee guard Talaysia Cooper (55) during a NCAA women's basketball game between the Lady Vols and Ole Miss at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

Basketball

Former Tennessee Assistant Gabe Lazo named as UCF Knights' new Women's Basketball coach.

UCF’s Kevin Schoneboom (6) pitches against Stetson, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Melching Field in DeLand.

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While football and basketball may be out of season, the spring of 2026 is heading toward being the most a historic spring season for UCF.

Jan 31, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; UCF Knights head coach Sytia Messer looks on during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Basketball

Following parting ways with Sytia Messer, here are four women who could take up the position as UCF's new women's basketball coach.

Nov 22, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights head coach Scott Frost looks on during the second quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Football

Spring football practice could provide the answers to these three questions for UCF's offense and special teams.

Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Jacksonville State Gamecocks running back Cam Cook (4) runs the ball as UCF Knights linebacker Lewis Carter (20) moves in during the second quarter at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Football

Spring football practice could provide the answers to these three questions for defensive coordinator Alex Grinch in Year 2 as a Knight.

Apr 30, 2022; Birmingham, AL, USA; Birmingham Stallions wide receiver Marlon Williams (17) scores a touchdown on a pass reception against the New Orleans Breakers during the first half at Protective Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Football

Learn more about the four former UCF Knights players who are playing in the 2026 UFL season.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCF defensive lineman Nyjalik Kelly (DL47) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

With one month left to go before the NFL Draft, here are three Knights who increased their stock on Wednesday during UCF's Pro Day.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCF defensive lineman Malachi Lawrence (DL48) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

Fresh off a standout NFL Scouting Combine performance, UCF EDGE Malachi Lawrence did not participate in workouts at the Knights' Pro Day.

Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights linebacker Keli Lawson (0) blocks a field goal attempt during the second quarter against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Football

Learn who among UCF's NFL Draft hopefuls turned the most heads at the Knights' Pro Day.

Feb 23, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Alex Freeland against the Seattle Mariners during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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A new season dawns for several UCF alumni in Major League Baseball.

Oct 18, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Central Florida Knights head coach Scott Frost prior to a game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images

Football

UCF coach Scott Frost makes his second defensive backs coach hire of this offseason, this time bringing in a coach from the NFL ranks.