Michigan Football Staff Accused of Off-Campus Scouting and NCAA Violations

New Michigan HC Sherrone Moore and 6 other staffers accused of off-campus scouting, facing NCAA violations. Moore cooperating with investigation, Harbaugh accused of not cooperating, potential 'show-cause' restriction. Scandal includes sign-stealing and video-recording opponents.

NCAA sanctions on Jim Harbaugh and Michigan football program

Former Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh receives a four-year show-cause order from the NCAA for impermissible contact with recruits and players during COVID-19 restrictions. Despite sanctions, Michigan plans to welcome him back as an honorary captain. Harbaugh is currently coaching the Los Angeles Chargers.

Jim Harbaugh NCAA Violations

Former Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh receives a four-year show-cause order from the NCAA for impermissible contact with recruits and players during COVID-19 restrictions.

Origin of 'March Madness'

The origin of 'March Madness' can be traced back to Illinois high school sports administrator Henry 'H.V.' Porter in 1939. The term is now associated with the popular NCAA men's basketball tournament. Porter's contributions to basketball and the evolution of the sport are significant.

Transgender Athlete CeCe Telfer Threatens to Dominate Women's Track Events

Transgender athlete CeCe Telfer, who won the NCAA women’s track & field championship in 2019, is threatening to re-enter women’s track events and dominate all titles. Telfer expressed frustration at bans and restrictions faced by trans athletes in sports organizations.

Dan Hurley-Los Angeles Lakers Rumors

Mike Brey, current Hawks assistant coach and former Notre Dame head coach, discusses Dan Hurley-Los Angeles Lakers rumors. Dan Hurley faces a tough decision as the top choice to replace Darvin Ham for the same role. Former college head coach Brey understands the intrigue but highlights the difficulty of parting ways with a college program.

Allegations of Tampering in College Football Recruiting

A Division II football coach accused Deion Sanders and his staff at Colorado of tampering with one of his commits, but the Colorado staffer claimed he was impersonated. The coach later deleted the post and called for NCAA intervention.

Legal News

NCAA and others settle antitrust suits, Louisiana lawmakers classify abortion drugs as dangerous substances, DOJ sues concert ticket company

NCAA and Major Conferences Agree to Pay $2.8 Billion to Settle Antitrust Claims

NCAA and five major conferences agree to pay $2.8 billion to settle antitrust claims, paving the way for a new revenue-sharing model that will compensate college athletes. The deal marks the end of the NCAA's amateurism model and allows athletes to receive money from endorsement deals and sponsorship. Schools will share revenue with athletes, bringing college sports into the 21st century.

Johnny Manziel's Critique of the NCAA

Johnny Manziel, former college football star, predicts the demise of the NCAA and criticizes the organization for its handling of athletes' name, image, and likeness. He also reflects on his own controversies during his time at Texas A&M.

LSU gymnastics team wins NCAA title

LSU gymnastics team, including TikTok star Olivia Dunne, wins first NCAA title in program history with impressive performance at the championships.

House Republicans urge NCAA to ban transgender women from female college sports teams

House Republicans urge NCAA to ban transgender women from participating in female college sports teams due to concerns about the future of women’s sports and upholding Title IX protections. They argue that biological males have inherent advantages in certain athletic competitions and that allowing them to compete against biological females erodes critical protections for women.

Impact of Spring Transfer Portal in College Football

The article discusses the impact of the spring transfer portal in college football, highlighting coaches' panic over the lack of rules enforcement by the NCAA. It suggests the need for a collective bargaining agreement to address issues like revenue sharing, transfer limits, and third-party representation.

Caitlin Clark's WNBA Career

Caitlin Clark, a popular athlete, is set to begin her professional basketball career in the WNBA after setting records in NCAA Division 1 basketball. She emphasizes the importance of interacting with fans and inspiring young girls.

NCAA Women's Basketball Championship and Related Events

The NCAA Division I women's basketball national championship between South Carolina and Iowa had record ratings. Iowa star Caitlin Clark, the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball, said goodbye to college basketball. There was a fiery debate sparked by Dawn Staley's response to a question about transgender participation in women's sports.

2024 NCAA Women's Basketball National Championship

The 2024 NCAA Women's Basketball National Championship game between South Carolina Gamecocks and Iowa Hawkeyes set a record with 18.7 million viewers, surpassing the men's final in viewership. The game highlighted the increasing popularity of women's basketball and the emergence of new superstar athletes.

NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Championship Viewership

The audience for the NCAA men’s basketball championship slightly increased from last year, but the women’s final drew a larger TV crowd. The women’s championship game set a record with 18.87 million viewers, while the men’s games did not reach the same viewership numbers on average.

Zach Edey's Performance in the NCAA National Championship Game

Purdue's Zach Edey scored 37 points in the national championship game but faced criticism from NBA veteran Draymond Green for quitting early due to tough defense. Social media users debated Green's take.

Impact of NAIA's transgender athlete ban on women's sports

Former University of Kentucky swimmer Kaitlynn Wheeler praises NAIA for banning trans women from competing against women, putting pressure on NCAA to follow suit. Wheeler and Riley Gaines sue NCAA for Title IX violations. Wheeler highlights the damage of allowing trans competitors in women's sports.

Caitlin Clark breaks NCAA all-time scoring record

Basketball legend Lynette Woodard acknowledged Caitlin Clark as the NCAA all-time scoring record holder after initial backlash. Clark broke Woodard's mark, set before the NCAA established women's basketball. Woodard argued her total should still stand due to different regulations during her era.

NCAA Women's Basketball Championship Game

The Iowa Hawkeyes lost to the South Carolina Gamecocks in the NCAA final, wrapping up a banner year for women's college basketball. Sports journalist Kavitha Davidson discusses the championship game and the impact of players like Caitlin Clark.

NAIA bans transgender females from competing in women's sports

The NAIA approved a measure to prevent transgender females from competing in women's sports, stating it aligns with the reasons Title IX was created. Trans athletes can still participate in male sports, exhibition games, and events not sanctioned by NAIA. The policy contrasts with NCAA's approach, which allows individual sports to decide eligibility for trans athletes.

NCAA Basketball Final Four Predictions

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Andy Katz about Final Four predictions and key moments from this year's NCAA basketball tournament.

Women's Final Four in NCAA Basketball Tournament

The article discusses the upcoming women's Final Four in the NCAA basketball tournament, highlighting key matchups and players to watch.

Title IX lawsuit and transgender athletes in women's sports

Former Olympic cyclist Inga Thompson criticizes the National Organization for Women for labeling a Title IX lawsuit by female athletes as 'white supremacist patriarchy at work.' Thompson believes the issue is about women's sex-separated rights and opportunities in sports.

Women's College Basketball Ticket Prices Surge for NCAA Final Four Tournament

The popularity of women's college basketball has driven ticket prices for the NCAA Final Four tournament above $2,000. Stars like Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are inspiring increased fandom. The women's tournament has seen record viewership and betting activity.

Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament Viewership

The Elite Eight matchup between Iowa and LSU drew a record-breaking 12.3 million viewers for ESPN, becoming the most-watched women's basketball game in the United States. The tournament has seen a significant increase in viewership compared to previous years.

NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Final Four Teams

The article discusses the Final Four teams in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, highlighting NC State, Alabama, Purdue, and UConn. It provides insights into their journey, key players, and matchups in the tournament.

NCAA Women's Basketball Elite Eight Game

The Texas Longhorns and NC State Wolfpack women’s basketball teams faced an odd discrepancy with the three-point lines on the court before their Elite Eight matchup. NCAA confirmed the lines were different but coaches agreed to play with them. The court will be fixed for the next game.

Purdue Boilermakers advance to Final Four in NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

Purdue Boilermakers advance to Final Four led by Zach Edey's 40 points, defeating Tennessee in Elite Eight contest. Edey's performance outlasted Dalton Knecht's impressive 37-point game.

Duke Men's Basketball Victory in NCAA Tournament

Duke men’s basketball advances to the Elite Eight after defeating Houston in a close game marred by an injury to Houston’s top player, Jamal Shead. Duke’s Kyle Filipowski and Jeremy Roach led the team to victory.

Controversy over Hannah Hidalgo wearing a nose ring during NCAA women’s basketball game

Notre Dame women’s basketball star Hannah Hidalgo faced controversy for wearing a nose ring during a game, violating NCAA rules. She was forced to remove it, affecting her performance. Oregon State won the game.

Auburn Basketball Coach Defends Player's Ejection

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl defends player Chad Baker-Mazara's ejection from NCAA tournament game, facing criticism from Auburn fans. He claims the player's absence had a significant impact on the game's outcome.

NCAA Division 1 Women's Basketball Tournament Sweet 16 Preview

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly discusses the upcoming Sweet 16 round of the NCAA's Division 1 women's basketball tournament with The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant.

Sports and News Update

Summary of NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament updates, MLB gambling scandal, and Fox News updates.

NCAA President Urges Ban on Prop Betting in College Athletics

NCAA President urges state lawmakers to ban prop betting on college athletics to protect the integrity of competition and student-athletes amid a rise in gambling issues.

Iowa Hawkeyes star Caitlin Clark's viral moments

Iowa Hawkeyes star guard Caitlin Clark scored 32 points in a victory against West Virginia, with a viral moment of her yelling at the crowd. Her father also went viral for telling her to stop complaining about the refs.

NCAA Basketball Tournament: Grand Canyon Antelopes vs. Alabama Crimson Tide

The Grand Canyon Antelopes men’s basketball team’s run in the NCAA Tournament ended with a loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide, with a fan drawing attention for their loud support during the game.

UConn Dominates Northwestern in NCAA Basketball

UConn dominates Northwestern in NCAA basketball, securing a spot in the Sweet 16 for the 20th time in program history.

NCAA Referee Pulled from Women’s Tournament Game Due to Background Conflict

An NCAA referee was pulled from a women’s tournament game at halftime due to a background conflict, replaced by another referee. The referee, Tommi Paris, had a master’s degree from Chattanooga which wasn’t disclosed, prompting the switch.

NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Upsets

Auburn players sitting on the bench react toward the end of the second half of a first-round college basketball game against Yale in the NCAA Tournament in Spokane, Wash. No perfect brackets remain after the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Upsets by double-digit teams headlined this year's tournament.

NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Upsets

Multiple upsets in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament have resulted in less than 1% of perfect brackets remaining, with notable figures like Atlanta Falcons' Bijan Robinson still holding perfect brackets.

NCAA Basketball Players

NPR provides mini profiles of talented players leading their teams into the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments.

Sports News Update

2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament selections revealed, UConn Huskies get No. 1 seed; Wagner College wins first NCAA Tournament game; Women's college basketball stars shine; Rory McIlroy, Viktor Hovland, and Jordan Spieth in animated discussion at The Players Championship; Ryan Fox hits hole-in-one at TPC Sawgrass; Aaron Donald retires after 10-year NFL career; Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers; Tennessee Titans revamp quarterbacks room.

NCAA Tournament Player Profiles

NPR provides mini profiles of talented players leading their teams into the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments.

NCAA Basketball Tournament Player Profiles

NPR is providing mini profiles of talented players leading their teams into the tournament, showcasing their off-court talents and passions, and assessing their chances of making the Final Four.

College Tennis Player Fighting NCAA Rules on Prize Money

College tennis player Reese Brantmeier is fighting NCAA rules that prohibit her from collecting prize money from professional tournaments, despite college football and basketball players being allowed to benefit from name, image, and likeness (NIL) rules.

NCAA Basketball Tournament Preview

NPR's Ari Shapiro discusses what to watch for in the NCAA basketball tournament with Justin Williams of The Athletic.

Caitlin Clark breaking NCAA records

Caitlin Clark breaks NCAA record for most three-pointers in a season, surpassing Steph Curry. She leads Iowa Hawkeyes in points but has a poor shooting night. Clark plans to enter WNBA Draft after season.

Controversy in Women's Sports

Riley Gaines speaks out against transgender female Lia Thomas competing in women's sports, highlighting unfair competition and mistreatment by the NCAA.

Dartmouth College Men’s Basketball Team Unionization

The Dartmouth College men’s basketball team voted to form a union, a first for college athletes, in an effort to become employees in the college sports industry. Dartmouth warned of potential consequences, such as ejection from the Ivy League or NCAA. The players believe this could lead to changes in college sports.

Dartmouth Basketball Team Unionizes

Dartmouth men's basketball team voted to unionize, forming the first labor union for college athletes, challenging NCAA's amateur business model. Players voted 13-2 to join SEIU Local 560. School has 5 days to file objections. Players seek health insurance for injuries.

Controversy Over College Athletes Becoming Employees

College athletes potentially becoming employees of their schools is a controversial topic that Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney disagrees with, preferring an emphasis on education while athletes get paid.

Caitlin Clark sets NCAA's all-time points record in Division I college basketball

Caitlin Clark sets NCAA's all-time points record in Division I college basketball during Iowa Hawkeyes' win over Ohio State, finishing with 35 points, nine assists, and six rebounds in her final regular season game at home. She humbly credits her teammates for her success.

Caitlin Clark Breaks NCAA Scoring Record

Caitlin Clark becomes the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball, breaking the record previously held by Pete Maravich since 1970, with 3,668 points. She plans to enter the WNBA draft after this season.

Caitlin Clark breaking NCAA scoring record

Caitlin Clark surpasses Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring mark in her final home game as a Hawkeyes player, leading Iowa to victory over Ohio State.

Debate on Caitlin Clark's Status in Women's College Basketball

Debate surrounds Iowa star Caitlin Clark's status in women's college basketball after ESPN analyst Jay Williams controversially stated she can't be among the greatest without a national championship. Legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale supports Clark, emphasizing that championships are won by strong teams.

College Football Conferences Breaking Away from NCAA

College football analyst Kirk Herbstreit discusses the possibility of top college football conferences breaking away from the NCAA due to legal battles over name, image, and likeness compensation for athletes.

NCAA Name, Image, and Likeness Compensation Rules

NCAA prohibited from enforcing rules against name, image, and likeness compensation for athletes in Tennessee and Virginia due to antitrust concerns.