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UVA instructor wants to ban the term ‘student-athlete’ for its ‘arguably racial’ undertone

A Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia is suggesting that the term 'student-athlete' is a racial and oppressive phrase.

First published by | September 14, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Can ‘bubbles’ protect athletes, save the college basketball season?

Keeping players and coaching staff separated has helped the NBA and NHL post remarkably low or no positive COVID cases.

First published by | September 9, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Kentucky, E. Michigan team with Gen.G on esports scholarships

The 'Gen 10' recipients of the prizes - $1 million total over the next 10 years - will come from underserved backgrounds, with each university granting its own award.

First published by | September 1, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

5 fail-safe ways to recruit players for esports programs

Midland University's Nathan Ragsdell offers strategies to other college coaches who are hoping to land the best student-athletes for their schools.

First published by | August 12, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Decision Time for Athletics

Division I and college leaders are responding to pressure from players to prioritize their health during the coronavirus pandemic.

First published by | August 6, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Building community with social media, esports on campus

Christian Gross of the American Video Game League and Boom.tv says smart, campus-wide strategies that reach all gamers, not just superstars, can foster growth, retention.

First published by | August 3, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

College football players skipping the season for the NFL draft

“Personally, I don’t think there’s the right protocol for us to play safely. If I’m being real, it’s just about generating money,” a Power 5 football player said.

First published by | July 31, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Toxicity in esports is a potential Title IX issue for colleges

Academic institutions must actively lead the industry to combat cyberbullying.

First published by | July 27, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

What is the future of virtual reality with esports on campus?

Solutions provider and former Jamestown coach Josh Knutson discusses the potential for VR to take off in competitive gaming programs and barriers holding it back.

First published by | July 16, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses

Why Stanford will cut 11 varsity sports programs

Fencing, field hockey, sailing, squash, synchronized swimming and wrestling among teams being cut

First published by | July 10, 2020 | University sport | 0 responses