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High Schools can Reclaim the True Essence of Youth Sports
The landscape of youth athletics has undergone a significant transformation. This shift has led to concerns about the true purpose of youth sports and the realistic outcomes for the majority of participants.
03.28.25 05:00 AM - Comment(s)
The NCAA Finally Embraces Reality on NIL Negotiation—But Is It Enough?
Monday’s legal settlement—permanently eliminating the rule that prohibited athletes from negotiating NIL (name, image, and likeness) deals before enrolling—marks a long-overdue step toward fairness.
03.24.25 05:00 AM - Comment(s)
Editorial: When Athletics Tip the Balance—A Warning from Wittenberg
The struggles of Wittenberg University, as laid bare in Steve Dittmore’s recent piece, present a compelling case study in the precarious balancing act many small, tuition-dependent colleges now face: enrollment versus identity.
03.24.25 05:00 AM - Comment(s)
The DEI Dilemma: How New Federal Scrutiny is Reshaping Diversity Initiatives in Higher Education
The U.S. Department of Education has recently intensified its scrutiny of DEI initiatives across higher education institutions, prompting significant concern and confusion among universities nationwide.
03.21.25 05:00 AM - Comment(s)
A2A Podcast Athlete Story: Featuring Marlee Smith
Marlees Smith grew up competing against the boys on the football field and the wrestling mat and allowed that competitive spirit to carry her to being on one of the first ever women's teams at a top high school and then on to Arizona State
03.19.25 02:18 PM - Comment(s)

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