From June 12 to July 13 the world was fixated on Brazil. Sport fans that do not typically follow soccer could not help but find a team to support. In the midst of all the patriotism and excitement, there were several instances where a game went from a remarkable display of talent to a horrible…
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In sports, racism has blindsided the media in what may be a historical turn of events. Let’s take a recap on Donald Sterling’s incident. First, Sterling was exposed through what would be called a “private conversation” recorded by his ex-girlfriend. The racial slurs that slithered through his teeth were contrary to established NBA beliefs. As…
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In the midst of the World Cup, the NBA and NHL Finals, and the US Open, the Edward O’Bannon vs. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) trial is capturing the public’s attention. Federal Judge Claudia Wilken may be the most influential person in college sport at this time as she will help decide the fate of the…
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The 2014 Giant Steps Award Winners have been named click here to see more…
Awards are given in the categories Courageous Student-Athletes, Civic Leaders, Coaches, Community Organizations, Barrier Breakers, Heroes Among Us and other individuals who exemplify the ideals of National STUDENT-Athlete Day and using sport as a vehicle for positive social change. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! Deadline for the 2014 Giant Steps Award nominations is Thursday, February 20, 2014…
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Tom Kowalski was an incredible man. One of the greatest. He’d been a part of the NCAS family for over twenty-five years and truly believed in everything we stand for as an organization. Tom gave so much to us as a colleague, a mentor and friend. He put others before himself. He was a courageous…
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MLB reached a score of 91 for racial hiring practices up from 90.6 in 2012. MLB improved its gender hiring practices with 77.6 points from 75.2 in 2012. Finally, MLB achieved a combined grade of a B/B+ with 84.3 points, up from the 2012 RGRC when it accumulated 82.9 points and received a combined grade…
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“There is good news regarding academic success in general for both the men’s and women’s Sweet 16 teams. The GSR and the APR rates of the teams are overwhelmingly high. As in the past, the women still do better than the men and the persistent gap between the graduation rates of white and African-‐American student-‐athletes…
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Stephanie McGregor is the NCAS PlayMaker of the Month for April. Stephanie is an outstanding gymnast and carries a 3.98 GPA in the undergraduate bioengineering program at Oregon State (wow!). She was hurt last season, but has continued to lead and serve as she recovers. She embodies the NCAS’ mission to effect positive social change through the power…
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Check out Katine Evans, from the University of Kentucky, on UK’s community outreach projects with local elementary schools. Wildcats making a difference!
