Imagine a young college athlete named Tyler, facing a major setback. His mentor had passed away unexpectedly, which took a toll on his mental health. He felt lost and struggling. That's when Deion Sanders, a coach known for his unique approach, stepped in. Sanders didn't just train Tyler; he gave hi
JuJu Watkins, a star player at USC, recently sparked a conversation about the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its eligibility rules. While she enjoys lucrative deals with big-name brands like Nike and Gatorade, valued at $576, 000, she doesn't see the need to rush into the WNBA ju
Donovan Murph, a star wide receiver from Irmo, South Carolina, has decided to commit to the University of South Carolina. This decision was announced during the Under Armour All-America game. Murph, a four-star prospect, chose the Gamecocks over other top schools like Clemson, Colorado, Ole Miss, an
Basketball star Caitlin Clark isn't shy about her criticisms of the NCAA's transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. She believes the transfer portal has made college sports feel more like professional leagues, where players switch teams mid-season. This can harm the amateur spirit
When the calendar hits 2025, the idea of the amateur college athlete might be a thing of the past. For years, the notion that student-athletes played just for pride and some meal money has been fading. The reality is that big money, both legal and illegal, has been flowing into college sports, mainl
Ever wondered how much your favorite college sports team is worth? CNBC did the math and found that Texas and Texas A&M are close behind Ohio State, which leads the pack with a whopping $1. 32 billion. These sports programs aren't just about wins; they're big business, raking in billions through med
At 72, legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick isn't retiring yet. Instead, he's taking on a new adventure in college football. Belichick recently became the new head coach at the University of North Carolina, a school with a special place in his heart. His father, Steve, was an assistant coach there in
Meet Cooper Flagg, a Maine native who's making waves in the basketball world. At just 17, he's already signed a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal with Gatorade, becoming the first men's college basketball player to do so. This isn't his first big break, though. He's also got a shoe deal with New
Tony Bennett, the renowned coach of the University of Virginia's Men's Basketball Team, has unexpectedly decided to retire. This announcement came just before the new season started, leaving many fans and players surprised. Bennett, who has been with the Cavaliers since 2009, explained that he didn'
Imagine being a college athlete and receiving nasty messages from people who lost bets on your games. That's what many college athletes are dealing with. A study by the NCAA and a data science company shows that at least 12% of public social media abuse against college athletes comes from "angry spo
