In lawsuits, former athletes accuse the sports program of having a pervasive culture of hazing and sexual abuse, and two coaches have been fired. Lawyers say more athletes may come forward.
Category: College Athletics
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LeBron James Returns to the Court, Says His Family Is ‘Doing Great’
Three days after LeBron James Jr., known as Bronny, collapsed on the basketball court, his father indicated that things were returning to normal.
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What to Know About Bronny James’s Cardiac Arrest
James was hospitalized after a cardiac arrest during a practice at the University of Southern California. He was treated at a hospital and was in stable condition, his family said.
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University of Tennessee Fined Millions for Cash Payments to Athletes
The N.C.A.A. said Tennessee had a culture of wrongful payments to athletes, including cash for hotels, meals and car payments, among other things. The university was fined $8 million but avoided a postseason ban.
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Northwestern Fires Pat Fitzgerald, Football Coach, Amid Hazing Allegations
An investigation found that players had participated in widespread hazing for years, fostering a punishing culture.
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Nikki McCray-Penson, Basketball Star and Coach, Dies at 51
After a standout college career at the University of Tennessee, she won two Olympic gold medals, played nine years in the W.N.B.A. and was the head coach at two universities.
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One Small Change Goes a Long Way After College Hoops Corruption Scandal
One of the few enduring changes from the N.C.A.A. after an investigation of basketball recruiting by the F.B.I. is more involvement from high school teams in showcasing players.
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NBA Draft Preview: 5 Players to Know
Wembanyama, the French star, is expected to be the top pick. But prospects like Anthony Black of Arkansas and Iowa’s Kris Murray can help teams, too.
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The N.C.A.A. Wants More Money From TV. Maxing That Out Could Prove Tricky.
Many college sports championships, including the marquee women’s basketball tournament, have been sold as a bundle. The prospect of selling separately raises questions for dozens of sports.
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The N.C.A.A. Wants More Money From TV. Maxing That Out Could Prove Tricky.
Many college sports championships, including the marquee women’s basketball tournament, have been sold as a bundle. The prospect of selling separately raises questions for dozens of sports.
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Men’s College World Series: Future Pros and Plenty of Contenders
Wake Forest has had the best pitching this baseball season, led by Rhett Lowder. But there are several fellow M.L.B. prospects in the championship field.
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Oklahoma Sooners Softball Wins Women’s College World Series
The Sooners became only the second team to claim three straight Division I softball titles and did so by ending the season on a record 53-game winning streak.