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Pitching struggles continue for No.24 Miami, drops ACC series opener to Boston College

Sebastian Font
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Pitching struggles continue for No.24 Miami, drops ACC series opener to Boston College

Sundays were Miami’s favorite day of the season, putting up football scorelines in victories over Lehigh and Lafayette, 27-3 and 30-5 respectively.

The Canes hoped to continue that momentum in their rubber match against Boston College to secure their opening ACC series, but fell short 9-5.

Sophomore right-hander Tate DeRias made his fourth start of the season for the Canes, facing off against fellow sophomore Brady Miller. Both only pitched three innings, but it was two different stories for the opening starters.

Miami pounced on Miller early, carrying over the momentum from last night’s series-tying win, notching an early 1-0 lead through a Derek Williams RBI single. However, the southpaw recomposed himself, allowing no runs across his final two innings.

After an efficient first inning where he sat the side down in order, DeRias ran into trouble each of his remaining innings.

An error from left fielder Dylan Dubovik put a runner in scoring position for BC, who was swiftly brought home after a single from Esteban Garcia, his first hit of the season. After a hit-by-pitch and a double steal, Garcia scored on a groundout from Cesar Gonzalez to give the Eagles a 2-1 lead.

Gonzalez added onto his RBI total for the afternoon in the fourth, launching a three-run homer off the scoreboard in left field to extend the BC lead 5-1, knocking DeRias out of the game and marking his first collegiate homer in the process.

Across his four starts this season DeRias has not gone deeper than 4.2 innings, struggling with command and location. Whether he remains as the Sunday starter will be a situation to monitor, with manager J.D. Arteaga hinting at a possible move over the past two weeks.

Freshman right-handed pitcher Tate Derias pitches against Duke University on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Photo Credit: Staff Photographer Brian Mulvey

Boston College elected to pull Miller early before the fourth inning — a move that immediately backfired.

In relief, lefty Jacob Burnham only managed to record one out, surrendering a homer to Williams and a two-run single to Fabio Peralta.

BC replaced Burnham with its third lefty arm of the day, John Kwiatkowski. The senior had a chance to escape the inning with the lead still intact, but his inning-ending throw ran wide on a routine grounder to the mound. Daniel Cuvet punished his mistake one batter later with a game-tying RBI single.

Despite all the momentum on the Miami side, the Canes returned the lead back to the Eagles in the fifth.

Freshman Jack Durso struggled to locate, walking all three batters he faced in the inning. Nebraska transfer T.J Coats was called in to put out the fire, but a one-out, two-run single from Gallo squashed those hopes as BC took a 7-5 lead.

Coats put up a scoreless sixth before his afternoon ended with a Nick Wang 414-foot homer to left field.

The Canes threatened in the eighth, loading the bases for Cuvet. However, his effort to trim the deficit was thwarted by BC relief pitcher Kyle Kipp, who snagged his drive up the middle to escape the inning unscathed.

Boston College added an insurance run in the ninth after loading the bases, giving Kipp a four run lead to work with to close the series out.

The righty completed his four inning save, taking down the heart of the Hurricane lineup in order to give Boston College (9-5, 2-1 ACC) the series win.

Miami (12-4,1-2 ACC) will turn the page to its first “road stretch” of the young season, traveling to Orlando to take on UCF on March 11 before a weekend series in Durham against the Duke Blue Devils.

Lusaea cofounders respond to comments on marketing tactic involving drunk bus driver

Hannah Valdivia
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Lusaea cofounders respond to comments on marketing tactic involving drunk bus driver

Timothy Shaw and Pavel Stepanov, co-founders of the newly launched therapy app Lusea, addressed advertisements referencing a UM DUI bus driver accident in an interview with The Hurricane on March 5, 2026. 

The flyers — which included the words,   “I got off the bus. The stress stayed — but Lusaea helped” — were posted around campus at Ungar, Whitten and Dooley Memorial.

The flyers appeared just days after a University of Miami RSMAS shuttle driver was arrested for driving a shuttle with students while allegedly under the influence of alcohol. 

Lusaea is a small startup created by two University of Miami students, and was made in an effort to bridge the gaps between therapy sessions “where the most progress is made,” according to Shaw. 

The team first came up with the idea of a mental health related app in 2024 after Shaw lost his best friend and father to suicide. The app was later developed in September 2025. 

“We wanted to find a way to give people who are struggling tools that they need to improve,” the founders said. “Our mission drives every decision we make.”

“We’re a small start up and we don’t have a marketing budget,” Shaw said. “I recognize that using some of the people who are still processing and going through [that] might not have been the smartest choice.”

According to Stepanov, they did not receive approval from the University to post the advertisements around campus, nor did they speak to any of the students who were on the bus during the incident.  

Stepanov stated that they are in contact with therapists and several other University of Miami students to extend this app as a tool for individuals struggling with mental health.

Canes fall on Senior Day season finale to Louisville, 92-89

Liam Hickey
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Canes fall on Senior Day season finale to Louisville, 92-89

Miami’s Senior Day celebrations at the Watsco Center were spoiled by the Louisville Cardinals, defeating the Hurricanes in the final game of the regular season 92-89.
                                                                                             
Falling one game shy of a program-record 25 regular-season wins, the Canes (24-7, 13-5 ACC) mounted a late push in the closing minutes and nearly erased a double-digit deficit after trailing big in the first half.

The Cardinals (22-9, 11-7 ACC) began the contest going 3-for-4 from beyond the perimeter, pouncing on Miami’s sluggish start to take a commanding 13-2 advantage within the first five minutes.

Louisville kept its foot on the gas as the first half wore on, stretching its lead to as much as 29-17 over UM.

Even without star freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr., out with a back injury, the Cards’ offense remained firing on all cylinders. They finished the first half with a comfortable 46-37 edge, shooting 62 percent from the field and going 9-for-15 from three-point range.

Miami’s defensive struggles plagued them all afternoon, surrendering their highest allowed first half point total of the season.

The Hurricanes stormed back after the break, feasting on the offensive side of the floor to hang 52 points over the last 20 minutes, their most in an ACC half this year.

Applying the pressure off a career-high 14 made free throws from Malik Reneau, Miami’s lead scorer buried three more from the line to cut it to only a one-score advantage for Louisville with five minutes remaining.

Tre Donaldson’s straightaway triple on the Canes’ next possession tied the margin at 77-77. The veteran guard then converted on a driving layup to give UM its first lead of the day.

Both sides traded baskets down the stretch until Cardinals guard Adrian Wooley drilled a three-point dagger with 18 seconds left, putting Louisville ahead 89-87.

Miami’s last sequence ended in disaster when Reneau failed to corral an off-balance pass from Donaldson that skipped out of bounds.

The catastrophic turnover was the final nail in the coffin, as the Canes would eventually lose by three, conceding the most points to any opponent all season. 

Donaldson led all Canes with a game-high 25 points, sinking 11 of 16 shots from the field on 50 percent shooting from three.

David Lebowitz, Staff Photographer/Senior Guard Tre Donaldson races toward a loose ball against Elon on November 20, 2025.

Head coach Jai Lucas was frustrated with the loss, citing Miami’s sizable first-half deficit and persistent defensive woes as the difference maker.

“For me, it was a game that was lost in the first ten minutes, just with how we came out defensively. Anytime you give up 46 points in both halves, it’s hard to win a game.”

Despite the result, Lucas is ready to move forward towards the upcoming ACC conference tournament, where the Hurricanes could potentially be rematched with Louisville in the quarterfinals.

“I’m excited and just ready to turn the page…You don’t want to lose, but we got a lot of good film that we can use from this, and hopefully we get the opportunity to play them again on Thursday.”

Miami will now begin their postseason run in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament. Tip-off is Thursday at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN or ESPN2.

Tips on Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle in College

Camila Goveo
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In this episode of Eye of the Hurricane, Camila gives some tips on staying healthy while in college.

Football Recruiting is Heating Up! On3 Insider, New Coaches, Miami Hoops and Baseball

Liam Hickey and Zach Cohen
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Rivals and On3 Miami Insider EJ Holland joins to break down 305 Day for Hurricanes football, which is shaping up to be one of the biggest offseason recruiting events of the spring cycle. 

Mike Viti and Favian Upshaw were announced as new position coaches for the Hurricanes this week. Plus, Canes hoops looks to secure a tough win on the road while baseball aims to bounce back against Bethune after a weekend sweep in Florida.

Listen on Spotify

Miami Women’s Tennis stays hot, defeats Wake Forest 4-1

Nathan Rafal
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Miami Women’s Tennis stays hot, defeats Wake Forest 4-1

The University of Miami women’s tennis team defeated Wake Forest 4-1 in Winston Salem on Friday evening.

Doubles play went down to the wire between the ACC sides.

Raquel Gonzalez and Dominika Podhajecka fell 6-0 to the Demon Deacons’ Nevena Carton and Kady Tannenbaum at court one. UM responded with a rout of its own at court two, as Sofia Rocchetti and Sebastianna Scilipoti beat Wake Forest’s Evie Oxford and Sankavi Gownder 6-1.

The doubles point came down to a court three tiebreaker. Miami’s Maria Vargas and Daria Volosova were able to pull it out after a big volley, overcoming Krystal Blanch and Aubrey Nisbet 7-5 in the breaker.

Roccheti was the first to win singles for UM at court two, taking down Blanch 6-1, 6-2. Not long after, Gonzalez won against Carton 6-3, 6-3 at the top court. 

Wake Forest cut the lead to 3-1 after Oxford prevailed 6-3, 6-3 over Podhajecka on court five.

Scilipoti clinched the match for Miami  as she beat Tannenbaum 7-6(4), 6-1. The Hurricanes had narrow leads at courts four and six when the match was called.

The win moved UM to 3-0 in ACC play and 6-2 overall. The Canes look to continue the momentum in upcoming matches against NC State and Boston University.

No.4 Wake Forest sweeps No. 62 Miami Men’s Tennis

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No.4 Wake Forest sweeps No. 62 Miami Men’s Tennis

The No. 62 University of Miami men’s tennis team lost 4-0 against the No. 4 Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Friday afternoon at the Neil Schiff Tennis Center. 

The loss is the first at home for the Canes since falling to the Florida State Seminoles on April 13, 2024, ending a 20 match unbeaten streak at home.

In addition to ending the winning streak, the Hurricanes (7-6, 0-3 ACC) have increased their ongoing losing streak to three in a row and stay winless in conference play. 

The day started with the Demon Deacons (16-2, 3-0 ACC) securing the doubles point with two quick wins with Mees Rottgering and Kacper Szymkowiak defeating Rafael Segado and Jules Garot 6-1, while Luca Pow and Aryan Shah got the best of Nacho Serra Sanchez and Mehdi Sadaoui, winning 6-2. 

When play was stopped, UM pair Antonio Prat and Jakub Kroslak were losing a close one on court one versus No. 4 DK Suresh Ekambaram and Andrew Delgado 3-4.

Singles play went the same way as doubles, Wake Forest domination. 

The squad from Winston-Salem got the sweep victory in three two set wins. 

In order of finish: Szymkowiak defeated Segado 6-4, 6-1, Dominick Mosejczuk bested Saud Alhogbani 7-6 (7-2), 6-3 and Joaquin Guilleme delivered the finishing blow with a 6-2, 7-5 win over Sadaoui. 

When play was halted, No. 98 Prat led No. 18 Ekambaram 3-6, 6-4, 5-3 in a close court one battle. In addition, Serra Sanchez was losing a close one versus No. 51 Rottgering with an unfinished score of 6-4, 4-6, 2-3 and Kroslak versus No. 17 Pow was tied 6-2, 6-7 (4-7).

Miami drops first ACC game 8-7 to Boston College amid late-inning collapse 

Harrison Steinberg
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Miami drops first ACC game 8-7 to Boston College amid late-inning collapse 

The Miami Hurricanes opened up ACC play against a veteran-filled Boston College side at home Friday night.

 And in the face of such experience, it was Miami freshman left fielder Dylan Dubovik who pushed Miami to an early 5-0 lead over the Eagles. Everything looked perfect for the Canes heading into the ninth with a 7-5 lead, but all the momentum flipped.

Miami closer Ryan Bilka came into the game to close out the night but was unable to record the save, allowing two runs which allowed the Eagles to claw back at 7-7. And in the eleventh, a communication mix-up between Lazaro Collera and catcher Alex Sosa resulted in a dropped strike three with the bases loaded, allowing Boston College to take an 8-7 lead they would hold onto to secure their first ACC win.

The Friday night showdown saw Miami ace AJ Ciscar square off against BC southpaw AJ Colarusso. Through 13.2 innings prior to tonight’s matchup, Colarusso boasted a perfect 3-0 record alongside a sub-two ERA. In his start against the Canes last year, he pitched eight innings, allowing two earned in a 2-1 loss. 

However those stats wouldn’t look as pretty after facing the potent Miami bats, as the Canes jumped to an early 5-0 lead.

Standout UM third-baseman Daniel Cuvet started the scoring early with a two-run single in the first. The Fort Lauderdale native racked up his 18th and 19th RBI’s.

The second inning spelled just as much trouble for Colarusso.

Miami’s Brylan West and Vance Sheahan recorded consecutive singles into right field before the red-hot Dubovik blasted a three-run shot into dead center to extend the lead to 5-0.  

With the early five spot, it looked like Miami would coast to its first ACC win of the season, but in the third, the Eagles struck back. 

After a strikeout swinging, BC’s Owen Deshazo and Julio Solier hit back-to-back singles to get two men on. Second-baseman Ty Mainolfi drove in the first run for Boston College with a double down the third base line. 

And with two runs in scoring position, first baseman Nick Wang went yard off Ciscar, rocketing a 406 foot homer into deep center to cut the Miami lead 5-4. 

In the bottom of the frame Miami would get one of those runs back thanks to some help from BC. 

With one out and Alonzo Alvarez on first, West grounded into what should’ve been a double play ball. But Luke Gallo’s throw dragged Malofini wide, keeping the inning alive as both runners reached safely. Sheahan would capitalize with his second single of the night, driving home Alvarez to increase the Hurricane lead to two.

The top of the fourth was Ciscar’s bounce back inning – three up, three down, two groundouts and a strikeout. He would ride the momentum for the next five innings which included retiring 12 straight batters.

BC elected to replace Colarusso with Venezuelan righty Cesar Gonzalez for his fourth appearance of the year in the bottom of the inning. Despite giving up doubles to Cuvet and Williams in two of his three innings pitched, Gonzalez would work around those setbacks to put up three scoreless innings in relief thanks to six strikeouts.

David Lebowitz, Photo Editor/ Fifth-Year Senior Outfielder Derek Williams extends his foot towards foot base against Florida on Febrauary 27, 2026.

In the bottom of the seventh, Gonzalez was replaced by freshman righty Chase Hartsell. Immediately, West doubled to center. Shehan walked, then Dubovik drilled a single to center for a key insurance run as West scored. After Ogden popped out, John Kwiatkowski relieved Hartsell to close out the inning, immediately getting a double play for the last two outs

Despite the insurance, BC just kept fighting back.

Solier started the eighth off with a double to center off of Ciscar, brought home by Wang’s fourth RBI of the night on a sac fly. Ciscar maintained his composure, wrapping up his eighth and final inning of action with a fly-out to right, holding the lead at 7-5. 

To close the game for Miami was Ryan Bilka, was unable to record the save. He allowed two earned which allowed the Eagles to claw back at 7-7. 

The Canes could not respond as Cuvet, with the winning run on first, struck out to send the game to extras. 

The tenth was scoreless from both sides as BC pitcher Sean Hard recorded a crucial double play and strikeout to walk down the side in order. 

In the eleventh, relief pitcher Lazaro Collera was brought in for the Canes but allowed a walk, hit, and a walk to load the bases. In a game changing-play Collera struck out Solier, but Sosa got crossed up, allowing the ball to roll to the backstop, scoring the runner from third. 

Down to their last out with the tying run on third, Jake Ogden with three hits on the night grounded out to second to end the game 8-7. 

Miami (11-3, 0-1 ACC) will return to the light tomorrow night, aiming for their first win in conference play over Boston College (8-5, 1-0 ACC).

Coverage will begin at 6 p.m. on ACCNX.

UM artist CHXNDLR on his upcoming new single: “REVENGE”

Chiara Ferreira
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UM artist CHXNDLR on his upcoming new single: “REVENGE”

At 19 years old, Jacob Chandler, known artistically as CHXNDLR, already understands something many musicians spend years trying to figure out: authenticity will outlast a trend time and time again.

Chandler is a sophomore at the University of Miami, where he’s pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Music Industry with a minor in Marketing. Chandler didn’t stumble into music. He’s been building toward it since he was six years old.

The result is “REVENGE,” Chandler’s new single releasing March 7. Entirely written, produced and performed by him, the track is a Y2K-inspired hip-hop with elements of R&B and hyperpop

Piano quickly became a constant throughout his life. Jazz piano followed and with it came improvisation, instinct and the freedom to create. 

Since being based in Miami, that same freedom has influenced his production work.

Chandler’s relationship with music evolved the most during the pandemic. What simply started as a hobby and something he says he was “really bad at,”, slowly became an obsession. 

Music production wasn’t just another skill to learn, it became a passion. What pulled him in most was the limitless nature of production. With production, he realized, you can build anything from nothing.

In January, Chandler attended the National Association of Music Merchants convention in Los Angeles. There, he spoke on how being around industry professionals and emerging artists led to the idea that success meant picking a lane and staying there. 

For a moment, he considered the idea. Chandler had already experimented before, even releasing a house track he later admitted didn’t feel authentic. 

“It didn’t matter what the genre was,” Chandler  said. “It was the idea that I was trying to pick a niche. I felt like I was being kept in a box.”

That realization was pivotal. Instead of narrowing himself, he decided to expand. “REVENGE,” his upcoming single, shows his ability to experiment but keep the same energetic beats that makes CHXNDLR.

“You might have gotten me good, but I’m going to make sure what happens to me happens to nobody else. That’s my revenge,” Chandler said.

Part of him admits he imagines an audience and what they might expect. But he’s learning not to let that expectation dictate the work. As he puts it: create what feels good.

“Your art can be you being yourself and not you being forced to be someone you’re not,” Chandler said. 

His minor in marketing isn’t a backup plan — it’s part of his long-term vision. He wants to exist on both sides of the industry as an artist who creates and and helps other artists bring their visions to life.

For now, “REVENGE” represents something simple but powerful: a 19-year-old artist choosing freedom over formula. And that may be his most defining move yet.Listen to “REVENGE” on Spotify when it comes out on Saturday, March 7.

Miami’s ACC tournament run ends with 69-54 loss against Notre Dame

Gaby Collazo
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Miami’s ACC tournament run ends with 69-54 loss against Notre Dame

Inside the Gas South Arena on Thursday afternoon, No. 12 seeded Miami came up short against No. 5 seeded Notre Dame, 69-54, in the second round of the ACC Tournament. 

Miami opened strong offensively shooting 75% from the field early with contributions from Ahnay Adams and Amarachi Kimpson. The Hurricanes jumped out to a 7-4 lead and extended it to 14-9, before Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo sparked the Fighting Irish offense. 

Notre Dame pulled ahead 17-16 and closed the first quarter with a 23-19 advantage. 

Both teams went scoreless in the opening minutes of the second quarter. Notre Dame eventually broke through with key points, including a three-point play, while Miami did not record its first basket until three minutes remained in the period.

The Canes trimmed the deficit to nine, 30-21, but Notre Dame closed the half on a 7-0 run, to take a 37-23 lead into halftime. 

The Hurricanes in the second quarter shot 2-for-11 from the field and missed both three point attempts, going 0-for-2 beyond the arc. 

With back and forth scoring from both teams early in the third quarter, Miami kept the scoring margin to single digits. Adams and Ra Shaya Kyle helped lead the effort, combining for several key baskets as the Hurricanes scored 17 points in the period. 

Despite shooting 58% from the field and 40% from the 3-point line, Hidalgo continued to pace the Fighting Irish, who carried a 58-40 lead into the final quarter.  

The Canes opened the fourth quarter on a 10-0 run, sparked by back-to-back baskets from Gal Raviv.

With the deficit cut to eight, 58-50, Notre Dame remained scoreless for more than five minutes before ending the scoring slump and pushing the lead back to double digits. Notre Dame continued to control the game and secured a 69-54 victory. 

Miami had three players finish in double figures. Raviv led with 15 points and three rebounds. Kyle added 11 points and 15 rebounds for her 21st double-double of the 2025-2026 season, while Adams contributed 13 points and four assists.

As a team, the Hurricanes shot 45% from the field, 31% from beyond the arc and 41% from the free throw line. Miami scored 26 points in the paint, 16 points off turnovers and received seven points from the bench.

Miami finishes the season 17-14 overall and 9-11 in ACC play. The Hurricanes will return to Coral Gables and await a possible postseason tournament bid. 

Photographer Bella Ochoa // Graduate student center Ra Shaya Kyle takes it to the basket against Pittsburgh on Feb. 26, 2026 at Watsco

A new sculpture at the ‘U’

Alejandra Chavez
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A new sculpture at the ‘U’

Students walking past the Merrick Building may have noticed something towering above the lawn. 

A seven-meter steel sculpture titled “Chaos Herrirako Atea” by American sculptor Jedd Novatt has quietly appeared behind Merrick, becoming the newest addition to the University of Miami’s public art collection.

Novatt is an American sculptor whose sculptures have been exhibited around the world. His sculptures, which often explore geometric forms and spatial tension, create structures that appear both balanced and precarious. 

According to a representative from Novatt’s studio, Novatt does not explain the meaning behind his titles or attempt to verbalize the interpretation of his work. Instead, he believes that the artwork should be experienced directly by viewers.

The representative said Novatt feels “the work speaks for itself” and encourages viewers to spend time with the sculpture, observing it at different times of day and in different lighting conditions to gain new perspectives.

The sculpture was gifted to the University by a private foundation and installed as part of the University’s broader public art initiative.

The University of Miami formalized its Public Sculpture Collection in 2001 to expand artwork beyond the grounds of the Lowe Art Museum. The collection now includes more than 30 sculptures by local, national and international artists placed throughout the Coral Gables campus.

Tola Porter, director of the Lowe Art Museum, said public art plays an important role in campus life.

“The University of Miami and the Lowe Art Museum are proud to host a vibrant sculpture park comprising works by leading sculptors from around the world,” Porter said. “Public art democratizes artistic creativity by bringing art outside for all to enjoy and supports student learning, research and wellbeing.”

Alice Corral, director of Campus Development Regulations, says the sculptures are meant to capture interest, stimulate imagination and enrich the daily experience of students and visitors. The works are installed in public locations which make them accessible to the community. 

Corral also said the collection “meets the requirements of the City’s Art in Public Places ordinance and exempts the University from ongoing costs related to the construction of new buildings.” 

The Coral Gables Art in Public Places program requires certain development projects valued at $1 million or more to dedicate at least 1 percent of their costs toward public art installations that enhance the city’s cultural landscape.

For students passing behind Merrick, “Chaos Herrirako Atea” may appear sudden and imposing. But as the newest addition to the campus landscape, the sculpture invites viewers to pause, observe and interpret it in their own way.

Ultra Music Festival 2026: What to know before the city turns electric

Gabriel Mena
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Ultra Music Festival 2026: What to know before the city turns electric

Every March, Miami is taken over by Miami Music Week and Ultra Music Festival is the grand finale. 

Returning to Bayfront Park from Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29, Ultra 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most stacked and ambitious editions in the festival’s history. For University of Miami students, this isn’t just another weekend—it’s six days where the entire city revolves around music and movement.

The sets

Ultra has always built its reputation on incredible performances and their 2026 set leans heavily into that identity. The festival will host several historic joint sets, including a rare reunion set from two-thirds of Swedish House Mafia: Sebastian Ingrosso b2b Steve Angello, and a special b2b between Alesso and Martin Garrix.

The weekend already feels historic before a single stage opens.That Alesso b2b Martin Garrix pairing in particular is already being whispered about online as a potential all-time Ultra moment. 

Both artists are coming off massive individual years and recently collaborated on “Inside Our Hearts,” so seeing them share a stage at Ultra feels less like a novelty and more like a culmination.

Ultra 2026 also leans heavily into global firsts and long-awaited debuts. Argentine hitmaker Bizarrap — better known as BZRP — will make his Ultra debut, bringing together hip-hop, reggaetón, and electronic sound waves in what feels like a genuine cultural milestone for the festival. 

Another must-see debut comes from Japanese DJ phenomenon ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, whose chaotic, genre-breaking Boiler Room set turned him into a viral legend almost overnight.

The headliners

Veteran headliners returning this year carry just as much weight. DJ Snake returns after four years away and will also bring his darker techno alias “Outlaw” to  b2b with Trym at the Worldwide stage. 

John Summit arrives amid the rollout of his new album “CTRL ESCAPE” and the announcement of a major residency at the new mega-club [UNVRS], making this one of his most anticipated Ultra appearances yet. 

Meanwhile, main-stage giants Afrojack, Hardwell, Armin van Buuren and Major Lazer ensure that the festival still delivers the kind of massive moments Ultra built its reputation on.

Where Ultra really separates itself, though, is depth. The Martinez Brothers return for their first Ultra appearance in seven years while also debuting their “Cuttin’ Headz” stage takeover.

RESISTANCE continues to anchor the festival’s underground side with heavyweights like Carl Cox, Eric Prydz, Boris Brejcha, Adriatique and underground icons Sasha & John Digweed.

Bass music also gets its moment. ISOxo, Excision and Illenium will bring heavier sounds, while the debut of Wooli b2b Crankdat under their WANKDAT alias promises something particularly chaotic in the best possible way.

But as the festival recently revealed its running stage order, another reality has set in: set conflicts. Ultra’s depth is a gift, but it forces difficult decisions. 

Sunday night in particular has already sparked debates online. At the same time John Summit closes the Main Stage, the world-exclusive Sara Landry b2b Amelie Lens will be closing the RESISTANCE MegaStructure. 

Meanwhile WANKDAT will shut down the Worldwide Stage, and The Martinez Brothers will close RESISTANCE’s Cove stage. In other words, four completely different festival finales will be happening simultaneously — and festival-goers will have to decide where they want to end their weekend.

How to Ultra

Ultra is incredible, but it’s intense. Tickets should only be purchased through Ultra’s official website or authorized partners — avoid resale DMs and unofficial links, especially close to the festival. 

Getting downtown is easiest via Metromover, Metrorail, or rideshare, but expect traffic bottlenecks and surge pricing after headliners end. Arriving earlier in the day saves stress and gives you time to explore stages before the biggest crowds arrive.

Hydration, pacing and awareness matter more than anything. Bayfront Park gets hot, packed, and loud — eat beforehand, drink water constantly and set meetup points with friends in case cell service drops. 

If a crowd starts feeling unsafe, move early rather than pushing through. Ultra rewards those who know when to go hard and when to step back.

For UM students, Ultra isn’t just a festival — it’s one of those weekends you’ll remember long after graduation. Plan smart, stay safe and let the city do what it does best: turn sound into memory. 

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