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Coaching Like a Man
Four field hockey players charge U. of Iowa fired a winning coach because her tough, demanding style -- standard for coaches of male athletes -- was viewed as inappropriate for women.
A Real Incentive or PR?
U. of California tried to respond to concerns about academic performance of athletes by changing the rules about when coaches can earn bonuses. Why was nobody satisfied?
A Long Shot
More than three-quarters of men's Division I basketball players think they will play professionally, but less than 2 percent make it to the NBA.
Hostesses? In 2015?
Rape trial involving former Vanderbilt U. football players revives debate over the use of attractive women to rope in athletic recruits.
'Autonomy' Arrives at the NCAA
In a debate-filled session involving athletes for the first time, the 'Power Five' conferences vote to increase financial aid, adopt a new concussion policy, and bar colleges from reducing aid for athletic reasons.
Giving Athletes a Voice
With legislation giving athletes the ability to vote on NCAA rules, "the voice of the student-athlete" is a focus of several discussions at the group's convention.
Autonomy Faces First Test
At NCAA convention, "Power Five" conferences will demonstrate how powerful their new autonomy is, Division II will consider athlete representation on its council, and Division III may loosen recruiting restrictions.
Presidential Panel on College Sports?
Could a federal commission on college sports help slow down the athletics arms race? It's possible, some say, if an antitrust exemption is on the table.