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athletics

A Kiwi Star with Pacific Roots

April 6, 2026

Charlisse Leger-Walker’s journey began in Hamilton, a city in New Zealand’s Waikato region, where she was born in 2001. At just 16, she made history by joining the Tall Ferns, the New Zealand women’s basketball team—becoming its youngest member ever. Her rise wasn’t sudden; she spent years sharpenin

finance

Rutgers Athletic Debt Sparks Lawsuit Over Public Money

April 1, 2026

A Rutgers graduate has taken the university to court, claiming that its sports program has wasted public funds. He says the school’s athletic department spent too much money without proper oversight, creating a huge debt. The lawsuit was filed in Middlesex County Superior Court by lawyer Hecto

sports

Yale’s Hidden Locker‑Room Conflict

March 26, 2026

A mother of three former Yale swimmers says her children were forced to compete against transgender athletes and that the school’s sports office tried to keep them quiet. She tells a story that starts with her older daughter, who swam for Yale from 2018 to 2023, facing a well‑known transgender swimm

sports

A Fresh Take on a Rising Kicker’s Journey

March 22, 2026

Jaffer Murphy, the standout kicker from UTSA, recently turned heads with a 70‑yard field goal and a swift 4. 47‑second 40‑yard dash during his Pro Day, feats that are uncommon for players in his position. Scouts and teams noted his remarkable display, which comes after a season where he mainly handl

sports

Young Leader Takes Charge of New Mexico Athletics

March 21, 2026

Ryan Berryman, 32, has stepped into the role of director at the University of New Mexico’s athletics department after a long journey that began with cleaning jerseys. His appointment marks the start of what the university calls a “new era” for its sports programs. Berryman’s path to leadership wa

education

A Nun, A Coach, and the Power of Prayer in Sports

March 15, 2026

Sister Marguerite O’Beirne, eighty years old and far from a sports expert, has become the unofficial guardian of Neumann University athletes’ academic futures. Though she can’t name a basketball rebound or explain a baseball play, she shows up at every home game in her red blazer and rosary, ready t

politics

College Players Get a Voice in NIL Debate

March 11, 2026

The state legislature is turning its attention to the world of college sports, where student athletes have long been barred from profiting off their own names. A recent proposal would give athletes the right to earn money from sponsorships, endorsements and other commercial deals while they still st

sports

Murray’s Chance to Swing Back at Baseball

March 5, 2026

The Oakland Athletics have reminded former quarterback Kyler Murray that baseball is still on the table. Murray was drafted ninth overall by the A’s in 2018 and signed a contract, but he chose to finish his college football season instead. After winning the Heisman Trophy and being selected fi

politics

White House Talks About College Sports Future

February 27, 2026

The President will host a meeting on March 6 to discuss college athletics. A mix of coaches, players, and business leaders will join the conversation. The event is called the College Sports Roundtable. President Trump will lead the discussion. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and New York Yan

sports

College Sports in a New Money Game

February 15, 2026

Washington State University is now part of a fast‑moving world where athletes can earn money and transfer schools at will. The old rules that kept players in one place for years have been replaced by a free‑market system. Players can now enter the transfer portal and move whenever they want, as long