Scoggins: Warren, Big Ten fumbled everything but the decision itself
The new Big Ten commissioner failed on communication, failed on transparency and failed to bring people together.
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NCAA eligibility ruling solves some problems, creates others
no matter how much they play — brings peace of mind.
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U. of South Carolina considers removing Thurmond's name
Some recent standouts in University of South Carolina athletics are asking the school to change the name of its showpiece fitness center, arguing that the late U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond shouldn't be honored in such a way due to the segregationist views he once held.
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Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Iowa will drop four sports programs as part of the athletic department's response to a projected loss of $100 million in revenue because of the…
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UConn's Stevens retires with 3 NCAA field hockey titles
Nancy Stevens, who led UConn to three national titles in becoming the winningest coach in NCAA field hockey history, retired Friday.
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Big Ten parents at protest want details on no-play decision
Parents of Big Ten football players, upset over the process that led to the postponement of the fall season, held a protest near the conference's headquarters Friday,
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On hold: Fall athletes try to assess future
Devin Meyrer has the same feelings as many athletes in conferences that have seen their fall seasons postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. He understands…
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Big Ten's Warren, under fire, elaborates on virus concerns
After facing backlash from players, parents, fans and others, Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren attempted to elaborate Wednesday on the decision to postpone football season…
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NCAA moves toward free year of eligibility for fall athletes
College athletes who play fall sports, including football, will be given a free year of eligibility no matter how much they compete over the next…
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Alaska Anchorage to drop men's hockey, further depleting WCHA
Cutting the Seawolves hockey program will save $2.5 million per year, the university said.
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The Latest: Seahawks to play first 3 home games without fans
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___The Seattle Seahawks will play at least their first three home games…
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Fleck, Gophers dismiss momentum loss: 'Kind of make-believe'
In a non-coronavirus world, Minnesota was poised for another strong season following the 11-2 record and No. 10 ranking in the final Associated Press poll for 2019.
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Mulligan: Extra year of NCAA eligibility for fall athletes?
Whether college football players play a lot in the fall, a little in the spring or not at all over the next 10 months, some…
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COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Southeastern Conference teams opened preseason camp Monday with the precarious status of the season largely overshadowing even the annual ambitions of Alabama and Georgia. Questions…
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Ohio State QB starts petition to play; NCAA doctor offers gloomy outlook
The NCAA's chief medical officer says there is a narrow path to playing college sports during the coronavirus pandemic and if testing nationwide does not improve, it cannot be done.
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Collisions ... or COVID-19? Pitt relieved after scare
In a different time, the way a number of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi's players felt when they woke up last Thursday morning would not have been overly alarming.
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Welcome to their world: College athletes find their voice, push for solidarity
College players' renewed call for representation feels more real than ever — and could emerge as the single most defining development from these past several months.
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Big Ten parents call on league to play; OU has 9 positives
A group of Ohio State football players' parents Saturday joined parents of players at Iowa in calling for the Big Ten to overturn its decision…
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Powerful Southern leagues aim to forge on with fall football
Folks in the South aren't giving up on their beloved fall tradition of college football just yet.While other conferences have conceded the fall to COVID-19,…
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The Latest: Alabama veterans preach caution to teammates
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___Alabama running back Najee Harris is hoping he and his teammates can…
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Column: Still time for college football to avoid a real mess
Well, it was fun while it lasted.
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