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Weighing the high cost of college athletics
by
Jim Burress
Jan 16, 2013
NCAA Division I universities continue to spend big money for sports programs, according to a new study. Does the investment pay off?
'Johnny Football' name sparks off-field battle
Nov 21, 2012
Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel is a national phenom, but his "Johnny Football" nickname has sparked a legal battle over naming rights.
Playoffs could be cash haul for college football
Jun 26, 2012
College football fans are on the cusp of getting what they want. A four-team playoff is also attractive to the NCAA's bottom line.
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March Madness nets big benefits for Cinderella schools
by
Jim Burress
Mar 22, 2012
The NCAA basketball tournament is a great way for smaller schools to get exposure, prestige -- and alumni donations. Just ask Murray State or Ohio University.
How much productivity will be lost during March Madness?
by
Kai Ryssdal
Mar 12, 2012
It's a pretty big number, but it also won't matter much in the grand scheme of things.
NCAA stipend proposal raises amateur athletics questions
by
Kai Ryssdal
Jan 13, 2012
Boise State University President Bob Kustra discusses why he's against a proposal that would offer $2,000 stipends to student athletes, and why it's time to take a closer look at Division I football and men's basketball.
What role will the NCAA take in the Penn State scandal?
by
Kai Ryssdal
Nov 17, 2011
NCAA President Mark Emmert discusses whether there is room for sanctions against Penn State and the difficulty of managing a college institution while keeping a big-time football program in check.
For public good, not for profit.
Show me the money!
Oct 12, 2010
Actually, in the case of former NFL agent Josh Luchs, his catchphrase was more like "Hollywood's calling. You gonna answer the call?" In an honest...