Lawmakers in two states have made gains this month on legislation to support the rights and fair treatment of college student-athletes.
Last week, a North Carolina legislative panel forwarded a bill to the state's full General Assembly to create a commission focused on the rights of college student-athletes at North Carolina's public campuses.
Student-Athlete Welfare
February 21, 2019
Leadership
February 20, 2019
When your an Athletic Director or Athletic Administrator who oversees many athletic teams and staff members, your day fills up quickly. And before you know it, there is much more work to be done than there are hours in a day.
From New World Of Coaching
This is a story of an outstanding football coach who, despite being in a wheelchair with more challenges than anyone could care to take on, successfully teaches his players on how to tackle and block and successfully execute plays on the football field.
High School News
February 17, 2019
Great Falls Central Catholic High School in Montana is the midst of enjoying an outstanding athletic season, and the culture established by the athletic department is a major reason for the success of this small, private school.
Progressive Programs
February 17, 2019
Increasingly, college athletic departments are looking to uncover fresh ideas through partnerships with outside organizations. The University of Denver is crossing international waters to do so.
In October, Denver announced an agreement with FC Bayern Munich, the world-renowned German soccer club, considered one of the premier athletic organizations in Europe. The partnership includes both athletic and academic components and was developed by people at all levels of the university.
Leadership
February 15, 2019
The recipient of the NCAA President's Pat Summitt Award at the 2018 NCAA Convention, MIT Athletic Director Julie Soriero has announced that she will retire at the end of this year.
Football
February 15, 2019
The Executive Committee of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association has passed new rules that significantly reduce the amount of contact allowed in football practices.
Facilities
February 14, 2019
Louisiana State University will now sell beer and wine at home baseball games with the opening of "The Yard," two new tented areas adjacent to the left and right outfield corners.
Strategic Planning
February 14, 2019
Indiana Tech has announced the addition of women's wrestling, and will compete in the NAIA, which is in its first season of sponsoring the sport.
Strategic Planning
February 12, 2019
A pair of NAIA schools, Campbellsville University and Keiser University, have announced the addition of varsity esports programs.
Student-Athlete Welfare
February 12, 2019
The University of Missouri-Kansas City is creating a new position called Student-Athlete Athletics Director, to ensure the perspectives of student-athletes at the school are heard by upper-level administrators.
Football
February 11, 2019
The NFHS has announced seven rules changes in high school football, including one related to the play clock and another allowing instant-replay during the postseason.
Health & Safety
February 11, 2019
In Shasta County, Calif., student-athletes from several middle schools and high schools are involved in a campaign to discourage vaping among their peers.
Marketing
February 8, 2019
Throughout February, member schools in the America East conference are hosting #SpreadRespect games to promote awareness and education about issues in diversity.
Football
February 8, 2019
A closer look at participation declines in high school football show that while white suburban youth drop the sport, lower-income African-American players grow in numbers.
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