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The talk all week long has been about Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby winning his injunction (with the help of a Lubbock, Texas judge) , how the journeyman quarterback will avoid punishment for gambling on games in which his team was playing. This has united most college football fans to bring down the hammer of hatred upon the Red Raiders, making them the lepers of college football. However, Sorsby's renewed eligibility makes Texas Tech a legitimate contender for the national title. While that hatred and loathing builds, programs like Nebraska and Georgia are requesting their teams to not schedule Tech in any athletic competition. And the Big XII is also looking into other options. Meanwhile, back on the home front, Trae Taylor was granted his fifth star as the Nebraska commit prepares for his final season of high school football at Millard South. And Nebraska had a successful weekend with recruits visiting campus. We'll break it all down on this episode of the Five Heart Podcast.
Are College Athletics Developing A Gambling Issue? bonus 1271 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:36:18 +0000 IuUy07ABn6WdVrbceDMYXVHEhaNggOIi sports Sports Daily sports Are College Athletics Developing A Gambling Issue? Wichita's popular morning local sports talk radio show is Sports Daily with Jacob Albracht and Tommy Castor. Listen live M-F 7a-11a on KFH! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-
8:00 HOUR: Heather gives the news, Is the Brendan Sorsby ruling a point of no return for college athletics?
We continue our discussion about a Texas judge granting Sorsby eligibility to play in 2026
6/9/26 - Jon's missing putter, Are fans turning on Dylan Larkin? Two Grand Slam, Is the Brendan Sorsby ruling a point of no return for college athletics?
The Texas Tech quarterback was granted eligibility to play next season by a Texas judge
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
The first hour of Baskin & Phelps for Monday, June 8, 2026. Dan Menningen is in for Jeff Phelps.
Andy Baskin and Dan Menningen reacts to the court injunction allowing Brendan Sorsby to play this season following a gambling suspension. He debates the long-term impact on the integrity of sports and the message it sends to young athletes. The discussion compares this situation to historical cheating scandals and questions the NCAA's ability to govern the modern landscape. 01:03 - Brendan Sorsby's Court Ruling 04:06 - College Athletics Integrity Crisis 07:13 - Youth Gambling Concerns 08:50 - Second Chance Debate
1. Jill Biden and President Joe Biden Jill Biden’s remarks about President Biden’s debate performance. She feared he may have been having a stroke, arguing that: Her actions afterward (campaign event, public praise, restaurant visit) contradict that concern. This suggests either exaggeration or dishonesty. Claims that President Biden experienced cognitive decline. Allegations that political leaders and media knowingly concealed this. Media organizations and Democratic officials were aware of Biden’s alleged condition. There was a coordinated effort to hide or minimize it. They frame this as an example of: Political power being prioritized over transparency. A broader credibility problem in U.S. politics. 2. U.S. Shipbuilding and National Security Key points: Heavy reliance on foreign-built ships is presented as a national security risk. A major funding initiative (~$24 billion) for the U.S. Coast Guard is described. Investment includes: New ships and helicopters Arctic icebreakers Shipyard construction (notably in Texas) Claimed benefits: Increased domestic manufacturing Job creation (thousands of jobs) Strategic competition with China and Russia in the Arctic The senator describes: Internal negotiations over where shipbuilding contracts would go (Texas vs. Louisiana). Involvement of the White House and President Trump (in this narrative timeline). Emphasis is placed on: Negotiation strategy Achieving a “win-win” outcome Expanding production beyond initial goals 3. College Sports Crisis and NIL Issues Problems identified: Escalating athlete compensation (tens of millions per team) Transfer portal instability Financial losses for universities Elimination of non-revenue sports (e.g., tennis, Olympic sports) Proposed solution: A bipartisan bill called the “Protect College Sports Act” Supporting arguments: College sports provide educational opportunities for disadvantaged students They promote social unity and personal development Includes testimony from Nick Saban highlighting unsustainable financial trends. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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On Thursday's episode of Hot Takes, Eric and Troy recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals and how the Knicks were able to mount a comeback to beat San Antonio. How did Victor Wembanyama look in his Finals debut and how does he compare to Nikola Jokic? If the Spurs had Jokic, would they have won last night? The Broncos have started OTAs – What are the biggest storylines and what should we be watching for? Will Riley Moss be back next year? How much playing time will Jahdae Barron get? Plus, is NIL wreaking havoc on college athletics? Check out another episode of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Troy Renck! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The college athletics arms race has created a complex financing puzzle for many institutions. That has led athletics departments to become a kind of ‘shadow university' within their campuses, with their own systems and processes. And university leaders need to pay closer attention. For this episode, Jeff and Michael talk with Karen Weaver, an expert on the finances behind college athletics. Do colleges need a whole new board structure for sports? Chapters 0:00 - Introduction 1:35 - Why All College Leaders Should Care About College Athletics 4:14 - Introducing Our Guest, Karen Weaver 5:12 - What Are University Presidents and Board Members Missing About College Sports? 6:38 - How is the Transfer Portal Impacting Graduation Rates? 8:26 - Do Athletics Align With College Mission Statements? 9:51 - What Washington Should Do to Regulate College Sports 11:50 - What If College Sports Lost Tax-Exempt Status? 13:23 - How Women's Sports and Olympic Sports Fit In? 16:20 - Do NCAA Classifications Work Anymore? 20:22 - Who Defines Success for College Sports? 20:53 - Is Athletics Worth It As a ‘Front Porch' of the College? 22:08 - How Should College Athletics Be Reformed? 25:36 - The Growth of Club Sports 29:18 - Do We Know the ROI of College Athletics? 34:00 - Getting Beyond Football and Basketball 37:05 - Connecting Athletics to Work-Integrated Learning 40:05 - Why Are People ‘All In' on College Athletics 40:59 - How Injuries Play a Role 42:48 - The Connection Between Research and Athletic Prestige 45:07 - Is a Whole New Governance Structure Needed for Athletics? 46:05 - Lightning Round with Karen Weaver Relevant Links: “Four quick thoughts on the Protect College Sports Act: aka a college sports bill you should actually pay attention to,” by Matt Brown in his Extra Points newsletter. “Sport Finance: Where the Money Comes From and Where the Money Goes,” by Karen Weaver. “Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders,” by Karen Weaver “Understanding College Athletics: What Campus Leaders Need to Know About College Sports,” by Karen Weaver “The Future of Elite Youth Sports Is Here—and It's a Mess,” in The Wall Street Journal. “Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World,” by David Epstein.
Vice President and Director of Athletics Tommy McClelland sits down with Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath in the season finale!(Timestamps are estimated)3:30 - What Tommy will remember from this past year5:30 - Jim Bevan goes out on a winning note6:50 - What makes Andrea Blackett a good choice to replace Coach Bevan9:45 - The incredible turnaround of the baseball team12:00 - Upcoming transition to Nike on July 113:50 - Gateway Project update15:50 - Rice's partnership with the World Cup coming to Houston17:10 - Cantwell-Cruz bipartisan college sports bill proposed19:20 - Closing message to Rice fansYour presence matters! We want you out at a Rice Owls game! Call 713-348-OWLS or go to RiceOwls.Com!Watch Rice Unfiltered on the Owls Youtube channel!Listen to Owls football, basketball, and baseball games on The Owls Gameday App, The Varsity Network App, or RiceOwls.Com!Interested in learning more about the Gateway Project? Click here for an overview and here for renderingsContact the podcast:Email J.P. (jp.heath@ricesportsproperties.com)X/Twitter @RiceOwlsVoiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Tortora (DT) predicted many years ago that we could see the Southeastern Conference (SEC) break away from the NCAA & form its own league... Then after the Big Ten Conference (B1G) took 4 West Coast institutions (UCLA, USC, Oregon, & Washington) from the PAC-12, I stated that the Big Ten could be looking to join the SEC in this exit from the rest of the NCAA Division 1 Conferences. With the state of collegiate athletics & recent happenings, DT revisits his prediction, addressing the future of college sports. Stay close to "WakeUpCall" on Facebook, X, & Instagram! Listen LIVE to "Wake Up Call with Dan Tortora" MON through FRI, 9-11amET on wakeupcalldt.mixlr.com & on the homepage of WakeUpCallDT.com from ANY Device inside the Great Lakes Honda City Studios (7140 Henry Clay Blvd, Liverpool, NY)! You can also Watch LIVE MON through FRI, 9-11amET on youtube.com/wakeupcalldt, facebook.com/wakeupcalldt, & facebook.com/LiveNowDT. This special is Proudly Presented by: Carvel DeWitt Great Lakes Honda City Meier's Creek Brewing Company The Wildcat Sports Pub Graze Craze Clay, NY Ma & Pa's Kettle Corn & Popcorn Factory The Baked Potato Express Skippy's Ice Cream Willow Rock Brewing Company Brian's Landing K-9 Kampground Dog Boarding Game Point Sports Complex Binghamton University Pizza Man Pub Chick-fil-A DeWitt K-9 Kamp Dog Daycare Avicolli's Restaurant Mother's Cupboard Chick-fil-A Cicero
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In a new episode of Project NIL with Anthony Gargano & Geoff Schwartz in for Daniel DiBerardinis discuss how youth athletes have to adjust to different sized fields the older they get playing sports, how the new Bipartisan bill that limits number of transfers for college athletes and proposes a salary cap for NIL, they then discuss how certain states have certain laws in place that make it easier or harder for colleges to pay athletes & MORE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- DeMeco Ryans With Heavy Praise for Will Anderson Jr.- Renaming the Houston Texans Defense.- Jared McCain and his Nails.- SMU QB Kevin Jennings- Gambling in College Athletics.- World Cup & Diego Luna not Making the World Cup Roster.
What happens when two old-school sports guys dodge morning chaos, scam calls, and near-misses just to deliver unfiltered hot takes? From Braves blowouts and tennis debates to Big John’s wild recruiting memories with moonshine tests and European football, this Friday Happy Hour dives deep into college sports chaos, NIL caps, and government intervention. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Morning Banter 02:16 Personal Stories and Scams 06:30 Tennis Talk and Djokovic 09:45 Braves Victory and Local Sports 12:48 Jack and Diane Charity Event 16:18 Memory Lane: European Football and Recruiting 34:49 Super Bowl Memories with Big John 45:46 Government Intervention in College Athletics 58:20 Final Thoughts and Weekend PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happens when two old-school sports guys dodge morning chaos, scam calls, and near-misses just to deliver unfiltered hot takes? From Braves blowouts and tennis debates to Big John’s wild recruiting memories with moonshine tests and European football, this Friday Happy Hour dives deep into college sports chaos, NIL caps, and government intervention. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Morning Banter 02:16 Personal Stories and Scams 06:30 Tennis Talk and Djokovic 09:45 Braves Victory and Local Sports 12:48 Jack and Diane Charity Event 16:18 Memory Lane: European Football and Recruiting 34:49 Super Bowl Memories with Big John 45:46 Government Intervention in College Athletics 58:20 Final Thoughts and Weekend PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UMass Women's Basketball Head Coach Mike Leflar stops in the recap a 23-win season as well as introduce three transfers committed to play in Amherst next year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Officiating in the NBA playoffs- Jaxson Dart Completes an Interesting Side Quest- Legislation in College Athletics
Eric Schmitt, Missouri U.S. Senator, On Making College Athletics Great Again | 5-28-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 2026 Hour 2. It's National Hamburger Day, what do you put on your burger? Congress looking to pass a bill on College Athletics, what does it mean. Miller doesn't think the bill will work.
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on SpaceX, Colossus & 901 (2) Sens. Cruz & Cantwell detail their legislation College Sports
Should College Athletics Have A Cap for Players & Coaches? bonus 1230 Wed, 27 May 2026 12:36:17 +0000 WTV38Bve6zGD8KicHQ6QtaFkDsTEPeP0 sports Sports Daily sports Should College Athletics Have A Cap for Players & Coaches? Wichita's popular morning local sports talk radio show is Sports Daily with Jacob Albracht and Tommy Castor. Listen live M-F 7a-11a on KFH! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.c
Bixby Family Head Baseball Coach David Pierce recaps the 2026 season with Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath.2:15 - Bittersweet ending to the season4:10 - What led to being the most improved team in the nation6:00 - Where did the guys start to click?9:30 - Most improved players throughout the season12:30 - So much of the roster is coming back in 202715:10 - Possibility of the review system being changed21:00 - What would Coach Graham have thought of this season?22:45 - Closing message to fans and supportersYour presence matters! We want you out at a Rice Owls game! Call 713-348-OWLS or go to RiceOwls.Com!Watch Rice Unfiltered on the Owls Youtube channel!Listen to Owls football, basketball, and baseball games on The Owls Gameday App, The Varsity Network App, or RiceOwls.Com!Interested in learning more about the Gateway Project? Click here for an overview and here for renderingsContact the podcast:Email J.P. (jp.heath@ricesportsproperties.com)X/Twitter @RiceOwlsVoiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why NIL needs data, why athlete brands matter, and how college sports is becoming a marketing business.College sports is moving fast. NIL, revenue sharing, transfer rules, donor fatigue, social media, compliance, brand deals, and athlete value are all colliding at once.Brent Wall, founder and CEO of Student Athlete Score, joins Eric Kasimov to talk through what is actually happening in the NIL market. Student Athlete Score helps schools, brands, and athletes understand social influence, audience quality, brand fit, and the real marketing value behind athlete deals.Eric and Brent get into the chaos around NIL, the rise of athlete personal brands, the growing youth sports market, the role of AI and data, and why local brand deals may be one of the most interesting parts of this whole shift. They also talk about college sports becoming more professional, what that means for Olympic sports and mid-majors, and why athletes now have to think about life beyond sports earlier than ever.Chapters00:00 – Ann Arbor, Michigan sports, and the business behind athletics01:50 – The professionalization of sports at every level03:01 – Why athletes now need to build personal brands05:51 – What Student Athlete Score does07:56 – The FICO score idea for athlete social value08:35 – How universities use Student Athlete Score10:54 – NIL education, taxes, and athlete responsibility13:36 – The new era of NIL and NIL Go15:17 – Compliance, regulation, and the fight over NIL deals16:22 – Five-and-five, eligibility, and transfer rules18:53 – Lawsuits, athlete rights, and past NIL usage19:35 – Tournament expansion, TV money, and sports betting22:19 – Why media rights drive the sports economy23:00 – Tennis programs, Olympic sports, and budget pressure26:17 – Donor fatigue and the need for ROI28:15 – Data, story, and decision-making in college athletics29:41 – Transfer portal chaos and recruiting changes35:15 – Mid-majors as proving grounds36:00 – International athletes, age gaps, and roster realities38:49 – Unlocking NIL for Olympic sport athletes39:53 – Why follower quality matters41:03 – Instagram, TikTok, X, and athlete visibility42:31 – Brand fit beyond the sport43:31 – Life beyond sports and building a platform44:11 – NIL moving into the youth and high school market46:21 – NIL as a real-world sales and marketing lesson47:21 – Micro-influencers, team dinners, and local business deals50:31 – How Student Athlete Score landed university partners51:20 – New commercial roles inside athletic departments52:51 – Where to find Brent Wall and Student Athlete ScoreConnectBrent Wall: Website | LinkedInEric Kasimov — X | LinkedInRelated episodesNIL Made College Athletes Entrepreneurs With No Guardrails | EP194Gordon Hayward | Life After the NBA & Youth Sports ReformEP143 | Bad Grades in School to Sports Business Founder Dan SovieroEntrepreneur Perspectives is produced by QuietLoud Studios — a media network and a KazSource brand.Music by Jess & Ricky — SoundCloud
Explosive NBA meltdown! The Knicks storm back from a 20+ point deficit as the Cavs collapse in historic fashion. Dave Garner and Big John Davis deliver unfiltered hot takes on the NBA, surging Atlanta Braves, MLB’s new automated strike zone, NFL OTAs, Nashville’s 2030 Super Bowl, college sports drama, and a powerful personal discussion on athlete mental health. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 01:21 NBA Playoffs: Knicks Epic Comeback vs Cavs Meltdown 03:40 NHL: Buffalo Sabres Season Recap 05:49 Election Day, Politics in Sports & NAACP Comments 09:50 Georgia High School Baseball State Championships 13:38 Braves Updates, Bullpen Strategy & Transactions 20:53 MLB Automated Strike Zone (ABS) Discussion 28:13 College Athletics: Iowa State AD Bold Take 32:45 NFL OTAs, Super Bowl News & Urban Meyer Lawsuit 51:27 John Davis Golf Classic Announcement 53:54 Mental Health in Athletics: John Davis Personal Story 58:45 Show Wrap-UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Explosive NBA meltdown! The Knicks storm back from a 20+ point deficit as the Cavs collapse in historic fashion. Dave Garner and Big John Davis deliver unfiltered hot takes on the NBA, surging Atlanta Braves, MLB’s new automated strike zone, NFL OTAs, Nashville’s 2030 Super Bowl, college sports drama, and a powerful personal discussion on athlete mental health. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 01:21 NBA Playoffs: Knicks Epic Comeback vs Cavs Meltdown 03:40 NHL: Buffalo Sabres Season Recap 05:49 Election Day, Politics in Sports & NAACP Comments 09:50 Georgia High School Baseball State Championships 13:38 Braves Updates, Bullpen Strategy & Transactions 20:53 MLB Automated Strike Zone (ABS) Discussion 28:13 College Athletics: Iowa State AD Bold Take 32:45 NFL OTAs, Super Bowl News & Urban Meyer Lawsuit 51:27 John Davis Golf Classic Announcement 53:54 Mental Health in Athletics: John Davis Personal Story 58:45 Show Wrap-UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rice Men's Track & Field Head Coach Jon Warren discusses notable performances at the American Conference Track & Field Meet in Denton. Women's Track & Field Head Coach Jim Bevan discusses another conference championship and his retirement from coaching.(Timestamps are estimated)2:45 - Coach Warren wraps up the men's team and some of the standout individual results4:50 - Strong showing in the javelin5:40 - Outlook for next season7:10 - Postseason preview for his athletes10:30 - What it means to be a Rice Hall of Famer 13:30 - Coach Bevan joins to discuss his latest conference title15:00 - The story of Mckyla Van der Westhuizen's 1st place in the javelin16:20 - Savanah Sims in the triple jump & Alice Taylor's high-scoring meet21:00 - Great efforts from Barbora Malikova, Sydney Freeman, and Cullen Merrell 24:15 - What Jon Warren is going to miss most about Jim Bevan26:30 - Why now was the right time for Coach Bevan to retire28:00 - What he will remember about his time at Rice30:00 - What Andrea Blackett brings as the next head coachYour presence matters! We want you out at a Rice Owls game! Call 713-348-OWLS or go to RiceOwls.Com!Did you know you can watch Rice Unfiltered on the Owls Youtube channel?Listen to Owls football, basketball, and baseball games on The Owls Gameday App, The Varsity Network App, or RiceOwls.Com!Interested in learning more about the Gateway Project? Click here for an overview and here for renderingsContact the podcast:Email J.P. (jp.heath@ricesportsproperties.com)X/Twitter @RiceOwlsVoiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Knicks scream back, College Athletics are dead to Sam, and LIV Golf is dead!
Mike Griffith with the AJC and DawgNation kicked off the #TacoTuesday edition of 3 Man Front with his thoughts on players' eligibility, what's next for Sorsby, and the potential of an expanded CFP! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach Joe Harasymiak joins the show once again to discuss what transpired for UMass Football during the Spring and what the upcoming schedule and makeup looks like for his team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dr. Chris Hill joined DJ & PK for an hour and a half to talk about his new book "31 Seasons on the Front Row" and weigh in on what the current and future landscape of college athletics is.
Owls Men's Golf Head Coach Justin Emil joins Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath. They recap the spring season and Coach Emil previews the upcoming regional.(Timestamps are estimates)2:45 - Reaction to making the NCAA Athens Regional3:45 - Scouting out the University of Georgia Golf Course6:20 - When things started to click this spring season12:30 - Improved play of Lukas Boandl15:00 - Daniel Zou and the use of analytics in golf22:00 - Reggie Zhu's clutch play lately28:15 - How huge it is to add of Rice Women's golf (Hear Coach Berglund's episode on Apple here or Spotify here)30:30 - Closing message to fans and supportersYour presence matters! We want you out at a Rice Owls game! Call 713-348-OWLS or go to RiceOwls.Com!Did you know you can watch Rice Unfiltered on the Owls Youtube channel?Listen to Owls football, basketball, and baseball games on The Owls Gameday App, The Varsity Network App, or RiceOwls.Com!Interested in learning more about the Gateway Project? Click here for an overview and here for renderingsContact the podcast:Email J.P. (jp.heath@ricesportsproperties.com)X/Twitter @RiceOwlsVoiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
College sports is changing fast. NIL, social media, transfer rules, donor money, brand deals, and youth sports are now connected in ways that did not exist a few years ago.Eric Kasimov talks with Brent Wall, co-founder and CEO of Student Athlete Score, about athlete branding, NIL data, and why personal brand is becoming part of the athlete journey earlier than ever.Topics covered:What Student Athlete Score does for schools, athletes, and brandsWhy NIL still feels like a new Wild WestHow local businesses can work with student-athletesWhy follower counts, engagement, and fake followers all matterThe pressure on young athletes to build a personal brandHow the transfer portal is reshaping recruitingWhy Olympic sports and non-revenue sports face hard questionsWhat athletes can build beyond their playing careersChapters00:00 — Sports towns, fandom, and life around Michigan athletics01:50 — The professionalization of sports at every level03:00 — Why young athletes now have to think about personal brand04:39 — Social media cleanup, exposure, and the pressure on kids06:32 — What Student Athlete Score does07:56 — Measuring athlete value on social media08:35 — How universities use the platform10:05 — AI, discovery, and local brand deals11:39 — NIL education, taxes, and athlete responsibility13:36 — The old Wild West of NIL and the new one15:59 — Compliance, NIL Go, and the fight around regulation16:22 — Eligibility, the five-and-five rule, and college sports consistency19:35 — Tournament expansion, TV money, sports betting, and more games23:00 — What happens to tennis, Olympic sports, and non-revenue programs26:17 — Donor fatigue and the need for NIL ROI29:41 — Why money does not guarantee winning31:19 — The transfer portal and mid-major programs as proving grounds36:00 — International athletes, age gaps, and roster pressure38:49 — Olympic athletes, NIL, and personal brand gaps40:28 — Bots, fake followers, and better data42:31 — Why athlete interests matter to brands43:31 — Building a platform for life after sports44:11 — Youth sports, high school athletes, and brand education46:21 — NIL as a sales and marketing education47:21 — Team dinners, micro-influencers, and local business value50:40 — How Student Athlete Score grew with universities51:26 — New commercial roles inside athletic departments52:57 — Where to find Brent Wall and Student Athlete ScoreConnect with Brent Wall | Student Athlete Score:StudentAthleteScore.comInstagram: @studentathletescore Brent on LinkedIn Connect with Eric & SportsEpreneur:SportsEpreneur.com | X | LinkedInEric on LinkedIn | XRelated SportsEpreneur posts:Youth Sports Has Become a Full-Time Job for Parents | Dave Yoo of Onsides High School Athletes and NIL: The Future of Youth Sports The Real Cost of Youth Sports in 2026 NIL Hub | SportsEpreneur's NIL News, Insights & Resources
Hosted by Mike Guidone and Chris Caputo, the show explores the changing world of college athletics with guests Dr. Robert Dranoff and AJ Rovner. The discussion focuses on how the NCAA landscape has shifted over the years, especially for Division I, II, and III schools, and the growing impact of money and commercialization in college sports. Dr. Dranoff shares insights from his decades of experience, explaining the challenges smaller athletic programs now face, while AJ Rovner discusses the passion surrounding local sports teams like the Knicks. Together, they examine the pressures schools and athletes face today while also highlighting the lasting spirit and importance of college athletics.Takeaways:The current landscape of college athletics is marked by unprecedented transformation and commercialization, as articulated by Dr. Bob Dranoff.Dr. Dranoff emphasized that the sustainability of the NCAA divisions may necessitate significant reform to address contemporary challenges.The discussion highlighted the importance of balancing athletics and academics, particularly at Division II institutions, amid evolving trends in college sports.AJ Rovner elaborated on the Knicks' recent success, attributing it to a well-structured team depth that enhances their offensive strategy.The Knicks' strategic focus on three-point shooting has markedly improved their performance, reflecting a significant shift in their style of play under Coach Mike Brown.The podcast elucidated the critical role of community engagement and fan support in enhancing the atmosphere and viability of college athletic programs.
Learn about the newest additions on 2026-2027 roster with Head Coach Frank Martin and the Voice of the Minutemen Jay Burnham. Coach Martin explains the roster construction for the upcoming season and gives his insight on three exciting transfers making their way to Amherst.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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It was alumni week for me at the athletic dept. As I attended a gathering of former Gopher Employees. A couple of days later attended alumni day of Gopher Baseball. I start this episode off with a salute former Gopher's Softball coach Piper Ritter, who was relieved of her duties on Friday. I then called for the firing of Present Gopher A.D. Mark Coyle and my reasoning for his dis-missle. I move onto Purposed rule changes by leaders of college athletics. No more waiting for FCS to FBS schools. The school President's got together to put pen to paper and you need to hear some of their ideas. The word is out on how much the revenue stream produced in 2024-25 and how was the money split up. They finally did it after much discussion and fix something that was not broken. Find out who they are and what they tried to make better. Lasty, I interviewed some form Gopher Athletic department staffers and listen to their thoughts on the mess that is today college sports. Title Sponsor: minnesotapersonalinjury.com Sponsor: www.linkzart.com www.jaybeesgloverepair.com #COLLEGESPORTS, FCSTOFBS, #PIPERRITTER, #MARKCOYLE, #COLLEGEPRESIDENTS, #B1GMONEY, #NCAARULES
In our second hour, we were joined by David Gregory, who is a Lawyer and NFLPA Certified Sports Agent for Bullrush Sports. He and Huge talked about the current landscape up College Athletics, talked about the salary cap and College Football, talked about DI schools and cutting non-revenue sports, and so much more. We were then joined by Chris Castellani from the Big Play Detroit Podcast. He and Huge talked about the Pistons/Cavaliers series, they talked about Skubals surgery and the future of the Tigers, and much more. We were then joined by Hall of Fame Beat Writer Tom Gage. We got his thoughts on how the Tigers have played this year, talked about all of the injuries, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We were joined by David Gregory, who is a Lawyer and NFLPA Certified Sports Agent for Bullrush Sports. He and Huge talked about the current landscape up College Athletics, talked about the salary cap and College Football, talked about DI schools and cutting non-revenue sports, and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Pistons and the NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Tigers, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking about the Pistons as we were joined by Omari Sankofa from the Detroit Free Press. He and Huge talked about last night's Pistons win over the Cavaliers, talked about the biggest impact players, previewed tomorrow's game, and more. Keith Langlois from DetroitPistons.com then joined us. He gave us his thoughts on how the Pistons looked in that win last night, talked about the rest of the series, and more. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com then joined us. Clayton updated us on Michigan Basketball and some of the guys that will be going to the NBA, talked about how the off-season is going for Dusty May, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by David Gregory, who is a Lawyer and NFLPA Certified Sports Agent for Bullrush Sports. He and Huge talked about the current landscape up College Athletics, talked about the salary cap and College Football, talked about DI schools and cutting non-revenue sports, and so much more. We were then joined by Chris Castellani from the Big Play Detroit Podcast. He and Huge talked about the Pistons/Cavaliers series, they talked about Skubals surgery and the future of the Tigers, and much more. We were then joined by Hall of Fame Beat Writer Tom Gage. We got his thoughts on how the Tigers have played this year, talked about all of the injuries, and more. In our final hour, we were joined by Logan Quinn who is an Assistant Coach for the Grand Rapids Gold. He joined us to give us his thoughts on how the Pistons have played so far in the Playoffs, talked about the impact of Cade Cunningham, previewed the rest of the series and who the Pistons could play in the next series, and more. We were then joined by Eric Vincent from Clutch Points and Top Title Detroit on Youtube. He and Huge talked about where the Pistons were just a week ago, talked about how the series against the Cavs is going, talked about the great Coaching from Bickerstaff, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Happy Thursday! It's an Austin and Birm edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with Ohio State and Alabama confirming they will continue their home-and-home series starting next season. Our thoughts on what Julian Sayin needs to work on the most this offseason. Spencer Holbrook joins the show, and we talk about the future of College Athletics with him. Birm hit the trail and he catches us up on who the Ohio State coaches were looking at. The NCAA Tournament is expanded, and Ohio State-Oregon won't be a night game in the College Football Pulse. Where does Christian Alliegro fit? #Buckeyes and more!
Nate takes some time before he receives his Masters Degree (congrats!) to stop by the studio and check in on all things UMass Hockey. From the final game vs. Merrimack to potential new eligibility rules and the transfer portal, a lot has transpired since the season ended in March.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send us Fan MailThe college sports world is changing fast. NIL, the transfer portal, conference realignment, and new financial pressures are reshaping everything. We sat down with Tom Pincince, Athletic Director at Central Connecticut State University, to discuss how CCSU Athletics is navigating the new era of college athletics.We talk about the biggest challenges facing mid-major programs, how student-athletes can benefit from NIL opportunities, the impact of the transfer portal, donor support, facilities, and what success looks like for Central moving forward.If you care about the future of college sports, this is a must-listen to conversation.
Former BYU basketball head coach Dave Rose
Hour 2 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Former BYU basketball head coach Dave Rose The Good, Bad, & Ugly Fair to talk playoffs about the Jazz