Francis Marion University’s acrobatics and tumbling program is celebrating a remarkable achievement as ten of its dedicated student-athletes have been named to the prestigious National Collegiate Acrobatics & Tumbling Association (NCATA) academic honor roll. This significant recognition underscores the university’s unwavering commitment to fostering both athletic prowess and outstanding academic […]
Tag: College sports
Conference Realignment: How Texas State Joining The Pac-12 Impacts UNLV
The landscape of college athletics is undergoing a monumental transformation, profoundly reshaping the competitive environment for institutions nationwide, with the potential move of Texas State to the Pac-12 conference serving as a pivotal example of this seismic shift in the NCAA. This monumental shift is poised to create substantial ripple […]
Ohio State Buckeyes’ Jeremiah Smith Reacts to Major Announcement
The collegiate sports world is currently abuzz, fixated on a monumental announcement involving Ohio State Buckeyes’ highly-touted wide receiver, Jeremiah Smith. This pivotal development, which has quickly seized the attention of sports media and analysts nationwide, is widely anticipated to have profound and lasting implications for both Smith’s burgeoning career […]
Under-the-radar players who could emerge for every top 25 team
As the anticipation for the 2025 sports season builds, a keen eye turns towards the often-overlooked yet critically important stratum of athletic talent: the under-the-radar players within the nation’s top 25 teams. These are not the household names dominating headlines, but rather the individuals poised to significantly impact their respective […]
Good Morning, Illini Nation: Shark ‘week’ in Champaign
Champaign, Illinois, is poised to become the epicenter of collegiate sports excitement as the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign prepares to host a highly anticipated multi-team sporting event, affectionately dubbed ‘Shark Week’ by local enthusiasts. This unique gathering promises a thrilling series of matchups, drawing significant attention from fans of […]
Notes: Title IX implications of House v. NCAA settlement unclear
The landmark “House v. NCAA” settlement, poised to reshape the financial landscape of collegiate athletics, has introduced a wave of complex legal challenges, chief among them the intricate implications for Title IX compliance. As institutions grapple with the prospect of direct athlete compensation, the specifics of revenue distribution and their […]
Matt Calkins: Texas State addition completes Pac-12’s new look, but is it enough?
Matt Calkins critically assesses the seismic shifts occurring within collegiate athletics, particularly focusing on the Pac-12 conference and its strategic integration of Texas State. This pivotal move represents a bold attempt to redefine the conference amidst an era of unprecedented transformation, prompting a crucial question: are these additions genuinely sufficient […]
Auto racing executive Steve Newmark will become North Carolina’s athletic director in 2026
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has officially unveiled a landmark leadership transition within its prestigious athletics department, announcing Steve Newmark as the incoming athletic director, a pivotal appointment set to take effect in the summer of 2026. This strategic move sees Newmark, currently the highly regarded president […]
November pairings set for MAC-SBC Challenge
The much-anticipated November pairings for the MAC-SBC Challenge have officially been unveiled, setting the stage for an exciting start to the 2025-26 women’s college basketball season. This cross-conference initiative aims to elevate the competitive landscape within college sports, creating compelling matchups that will test teams early and often. Fans of […]
Select Boston College Players Participate In Boston Built Different Skillz Clinic: The Rundown
The recently concluded “Boston Built Different Skillz Clinic” in Boston marked a significant stride in collegiate athletic development, drawing together a distinguished cohort of select Boston College athletes, with a notable representation from the esteemed women’s lacrosse program. This intensive skill clinic was meticulously crafted to elevate both fundamental and […]
California colleges can now pay athletes directly. Why taxpayers may foot some of the bill
A groundbreaking settlement arising from a significant class-action lawsuit has irrevocably altered the landscape of collegiate sports, empowering California colleges to directly compensate their athletes—a seismic shift away from the long-held tradition of amateurism. This landmark decision ushers in a new era where the financial contributions of student-athletes are formally […]
UCD women’s volleyball releases home schedule
Anticipation is building in the collegiate sports world as the UC Davis women’s volleyball program, under the seasoned leadership of Head Coach Dan Conners, officially unveiled its comprehensive 2025 home schedule. Conners, now entering his twelfth year at the helm of the Aggies, has meticulously crafted a challenging slate designed […]
I’m leaving top NASCAR team to become Bill Belichick’s new boss’
In a groundbreaking announcement poised to send ripples across the American sports landscape, Steve Newmark, a towering figure in the world of professional motorsports and a key executive at RFK Racing, is reportedly set to embark on a dramatic career pivot. His unexpected departure from the high-octane realm of NASCAR […]
OU Softball: Oklahoma Lands Another SEC Pitcher From the Transfer Portal
The Oklahoma Sooners softball program has once again underscored its unparalleled dominance in collegiate athletics, making a significant acquisition through the highly competitive NCAA transfer portal by securing a formidable pitcher from the Southeastern Conference. This strategic move is meticulously designed to bolster the Sooners’ already powerhouse pitching rotation, which […]
NCAA’s House settlement era begins
The landscape of collegiate athletics underwent an unprecedented transformation this Tuesday, as the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) officially ushered in its “House settlement era,” a landmark decision permitting athletic programs nationwide to directly compensate their student-athletes. This monumental shift fundamentally redefines the long-standing amateurism model, marking the most significant […]
EKU announces 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) has officially unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame induction class, a prestigious assembly poised to celebrate both individual brilliance and collective triumph within the realm of college sports. This forthcoming ceremony will honor seven distinguished individuals whose exceptional contributions have left an indelible […]
Lia Thomas To Be Stripped of Records After UPenn Strikes Deal With Government
A landmark agreement has reportedly been struck between the University of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Department of Education, signaling a significant shift in the discourse surrounding transgender athletes in college sports. Central to this development is the reported decision to expunge the athletic records of Lia Thomas, a move that […]
Former Cougars left heartbroken by cuts to Washington State’s track and field program
The recent announcement from Washington State University (WSU) to significantly alter its intercollegiate track and field program has sent ripples of disappointment through its athletic community, particularly among former student-athletes who once proudly wore the Cougars’ colors. This strategic pivot, favoring a “distance-focused approach,” entails the complete elimination of all […]
Nebraska volleyball’s 2025 Fan Day to be free admission — with limited tickets
Nebraska volleyball has officially unveiled details for its much-anticipated 2025 Fan Day, an annual tradition poised to deepen the already formidable bond between the team and its exceptionally passionate fanbase ahead of the upcoming collegiate season. While the August event proudly offers free admission, a decision underscoring the program’s commitment […]