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Jan 31 2025SPORTS

Betting Brouhaha: Basketball's Integrity at Stake

The world of basketball is under scrutiny. Federal investigators are diving into possible game-fixing in both professional and college leagues. This isn't just about a few bad apples, it's about the whole orchard. The NBA has already permanently banned Jontay Porter for his role in gambling schemes

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Jan 30 2025SPORTS

ACC and ESPN: A New Game Plan

A fresh chapter has unfolded in the story of college sports with the ACC's TV deal with ESPN now realigned for decade. Cleansing the television rights of the ACC from a possible legal tug of war is ESPN's latest move extending its contract with Atlantic Coast Conference until 2036. With the 2016 de

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Jan 28 2025SPORTS

Ohio State's Defense Shifts: Knowles to Penn State, Day's Future Secure

Ohio State's defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles, has left for Penn State. This news came just a week after the Buckeyes won the national championship. While the timing might seem odd, it's important to note that there could be many reasons behind this decision. Some speculate that Knowles didn't mes

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

College Students and IPV: Coping Skills Matter

College can be a tough time. It's a period where many young adults experience intimate partner violence (IPV), either as victims or as perpetrators. A recent study looked into how coping strategies affect the psychological well-being of college students who face or inflict IPV. The study involved 3

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

How Exercise Helps College Students Beat Self-Doubt

Have you ever felt like you don't measure up to your peers? Many college students do. A recent study delved into how physical exercise can help combat these feelings of inferiority. Researchers found that exercise not only directly boosts your mood but also indirectly enhances your resilience throug

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Jan 23 2025SPORTS

Arkansas' Fland Out for Season, NBA Dreams Await

Arkansas Razorbacks' promising freshman guard, Boogie Fland, won't be playing for the rest of the 2024-25 season due to a hand injury. According to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports, Fland, who averaged 15. 1 points and 5. 7 assists per game, got hurt during a game against Florida on January 11. Despite p

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Jan 22 2025SPORTS

College Sports & Injuries: How Past Activities Matter

Ever considered how your past sports could influence your injury risks in college? A Japanese study dug into this, focusing on female college athletes playing softball and baseball. Out of 329 athletes, 61 had elbow injuries, with ulnar collateral ligament injuries being the most common. Shockingly,

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Jan 22 2025SPORTS

Ohio State Dominates the 12-Team Playoff: Buckeyes Lead All-CFP Team Selections

Ohio State's road to the national title was nothing short of impressive. The Buckeyes earned 11 spots on the CBS Sports All-College Football Playoff (CFP) team, with six of those selections on defense. Their dominance in the trenches allowed them to control the game, protect their quarterback, and d

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Jan 21 2025SPORTS

The Buckeyes' Big Comeback: A Championship Won by Many

It was do or die for Ohio State. The Buckeyes had to win the national championship or face a season full of doubts. The game was tough, with Notre Dame fighting back, but the Buckeyes had their secret weapon: freshman sensation Jeremiah Smith. He caught a deep pass that sealed the game, giving Ohio

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Jan 21 2025SPORTS

Wrestling Coaches Split on Bringing Back National Duals

The college wrestling world is buzzing with debate over the return of the National Duals. Oklahoma State's coach, David Taylor, is eager to revive the event and believes it could be a great way to boost the sport's popularity. He suggested holding it in November before conference competitions, invit

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