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Azzi Fudd: how I learned to use NIL for transformation, not just transactions

The number 1 pick in the WNBA draft explains what she learned about business and growth through a star-studded career at the University of Connecticut.

Fortune

College Sports Multimedia Company Learfield Is Finalizing a Private Equity Deal—Here’s Why It Matters

Private equity is a game-changer in NIL in an evolving college sports landscape.

Sports Illustrated

Why Michael Malone Can Succeed at North Carolina According to the Star Who Knows Him Best—Nikola Jokić

Jokić, who won an NBA title and three MVP awards during his time playing for Malone, was asked about his coach’s surprising move to college basketball on Monday night.

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Hosting the NFL draft is less about weekend beer sales and more about long-term brand value

When the NFL draft arrives in Pittsburgh in April 2026, city officials are sure to tout projected economic impact figures. They will likely point to the US$73 million generated by Green Bay, Wisconsin, and the surrounding area in 2025, the $213 million generated by Detroit in 2024, or the $164…

The Conversation

The Loyalists: Alex Karaban and Will Tschetter, Rare One-School Seniors, Face Off in UConn-Michigan Title Clash

In a sport defined by movement, two program lifers bring continuity, trust and staying power to the championship stage.

Sports Illustrated

How International Big Men Are Shaping the Men’s Final Four

Illinois, Arizona and Michigan are using European frontcourts amid a changing recruiting landscape to power deep postseason runs.

Sports Illustrated

How the NCAA Aims to Tackle the Surge of Online Abuse Targeting College Athletes

NCAA data shows almost 50% of players have faced abuse from bettors, while monitoring firms logged more than 2,500 abusive posts during one week of March Madness.

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The NIL Protection for Parents: Why Ohio College Athletes Just Got More Power Over Their Names

House Bill 660 recently passed the Ohio House of Representatives, signaling a major shift in how the state manages name, image, and likeness (NIL) for student-athletes. This legislation builds on a 2024 executive order from Governor Mike DeWine that first allowed universities to compensate athletes directly. The bill now moves…

Budget and the Bees

SI:AM | A Different Kind of Cinderella for NCAA Tournament

NIL and the transfer portal are slowly leaving behind the dreams of the traditional mid-major.

Sports Illustrated

The Ruthless Bottom Line Is Driving College Basketball Now

In the NIL era, roster building, resources and spending power have overtaken history as the sport’s true edge.

Sports Illustrated

Flau’jae Johnson Knows Her Value, Which Is Why She Stuck Around at LSU

The senior has become the epitome of an NIL superstar, but her decision to play a fourth year for the program she helped build shows she’s actually pretty old-school, too.

Sports Illustrated

Ignore the Haters—March Madness Is Alive and Well In Spite of Transfers and NIL

Plus: Tournament expansion looks like a terrible idea, enjoy baseball while you can, and the newest season of Shoresy

Reason

Mick Cronin Puts Price Tag on Improving UCLA After Another Disappointing Season

UCLA’s season came to an end Sunday night against UConn.

Sports Illustrated

‘Bells’ at the Buzzer: How Dylan Darling Delivered a March Madness Miracle for St. John’s

After missing every other shot, the Red Storm guard called his own number to the disbelief of everyone—including Rick Pitino.

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Why Tom Izzo Believes Its Important That He Keeps Coaching in NIL Era After Many of His Peers Have Left

The Michigan State coach was forthright on his enthusiasm for coaching as the Spartans punched their ticket to the Sweet 16.

Sports Illustrated

Is This the End of Cinderella in Men’s March Madness?

As power-conference programs get stronger, the path for mid-majors to shock the bracket is disappearing.

Sports Illustrated

New Documents Show Exactly What Kyle Whittingham Wanted From Utah Before Stepping Down

Whittingham reportedly wanted to stay. Utah had other ideas.

Sports Illustrated

No. 12 High Point Delivers Stunner Over No. 5 Wisconsin for First Tournament Win in School History

High Point sharpshooter Chase Johnston picked a great time to hit his first two-pointer of the season.

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The Charles Barkley-Dick Vitale Pairing Was Entertaining and Enjoyable

A First Four game basically turned into a podcast with two sports broadcasting legends.

The Guardian - US

March Madness 2026 men’s predictions: who will cut down the nets in Indianapolis?

Who are the players to watch? Which Cinderella team could break your bracket? Our contributors pick the winners, sleepers and upsets for this year’s men’s NCAA Tournament

Sports Illustrated

Mikayla Blakes, Shea Ralph Have Turned Vanderbilt From an Afterthought Into a Contender

The revived Commodores have held their own in a tough SEC and are a legitimate threat for a No. 1 seed heading into March.

Sports Illustrated

Bobby Hurley and John Pelphrey, Linked by History, Confront Coaching Uncertainty

The Arizona State coach said after his team’s exit in the Big 12 tournament that he’s still in his prime and has at least 10 years left in his coaching career.

Sports Illustrated

College Basketball International Series Plans Games in Croatia and Serbia

The proposed event would stage early season college basketball games for teams with Balkan ties in two of Europe’s biggest hoops hotbeds.

Sports Illustrated

Nebraska Football Players Preparing for Arbitration Fight Over Rejected NIL Deals

A group of Cornhuskers is challenging an important college sports body.

Sports Illustrated

St. Bonaventure Is About to Fully Enter the Adrian Wojnarowski Era

Heading into his third season as the Bonnies’ general manager, Woj is set for his biggest decision yet.

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