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Tennessee cycling crash claims Milligan University students
us-news9 days ago

Tennessee cycling crash claims Milligan University students

A 69-year-old driver plowed into Milligan University’s cycling team during a training ride on Highway 19E in Hampton, Tennessee, killing sophomores Haylan Engdahl and Brayden Rogers and injuring seven others. The driver, John Benfield, was charged with two counts of vehicular homicide by recklessness and five counts of aggravated assault by vehicle by recklessness; four of the injured are in critical condition, two are stable, and one was released. Authorities said the investigation is ongoing and expressed condolences from Milligan University and USA Cycling.

via New York Post|
#college-athletes#crash#cycling
NCAA, FBI Unite to Protect College Athletes From Online Exploitation
crime18 days ago

NCAA, FBI Unite to Protect College Athletes From Online Exploitation

The NCAA and FBI will collaborate to educate college athletes on recognizing, preventing, and responding to online sexual exploitation (sextortion). The FBI says it handles over 3,000 tips daily and notes that athletes’ social media exposure and NIL deals can heighten vulnerability. The partnership aims to raise awareness and connect victims with resources (e.g., FBI victim advocates and NCVIC) rather than conduct investigations, offering guidance and support to remove or prevent the spread of private material. The effort follows cases like the Michigan staffer incident and emphasizes linking athletes to available help rather than policing behavior.

via CNN|
#college-athletes#crime#cybercrime
FBI, NCAA Launch Joint Push to Protect College Athletes From Online Exploitation
crime18 days ago

FBI, NCAA Launch Joint Push to Protect College Athletes From Online Exploitation

The FBI and NCAA announced a joint effort to educate and protect current and former college athletes from online sexual exploitation and sextortion, including hacking and AI-generated images. The NCAA will provide awareness, counseling, and act as a liaison to law enforcement; the FBI will lead investigations and prevention education. The collaboration responds to a growing global trend of athletes' images being stolen or created and sold, with victims offered support through the National Center for Victims of Internet and Cyber Exploitation.

via Sports Illustrated|
#college-athletes#crime#cybercrime
NCAA Faces Crisis: Legal Battles and Calls for Reform Threaten Future
sports-law2 years ago

NCAA Faces Crisis: Legal Battles and Calls for Reform Threaten Future

Jeffrey Kessler, a prominent sports attorney, has significantly impacted college sports by leading a legal battle against the NCAA, resulting in a $2.8 billion settlement in favor of college athletes. This landmark case, House v. NCAA, will see athletes receiving substantial compensation and has reshaped the landscape of college sports. Kessler's career, marked by numerous high-profile cases, continues to influence the sports industry profoundly.

via CBS Sports|
#antitrust#college-athletes#jeffrey-kessler
"College Athletes Set to Receive Payments Amid Complex NCAA Changes"
sports-law2 years ago

"College Athletes Set to Receive Payments Amid Complex NCAA Changes"

As the NCAA moves towards allowing direct payments to college athletes, questions arise about whether these payments will be public records. Public universities may be required to disclose such payments under state laws, but private universities and NIL deals might remain confidential. The issue hinges on whether athletes are considered university employees, a matter that could be settled by state legislatures or Congress. The debate also touches on Title IX implications and competitive fairness in recruiting.

via Deseret News|
#college-athletes#compensation#ncaa
NCAA Settles Transfer Portal Lawsuit
sports-law2 years ago

NCAA Settles Transfer Portal Lawsuit

The NCAA has settled a lawsuit with state attorneys general and the U.S. Department of Justice, agreeing to permanently allow multi-time transfers to play immediately if they meet academic requirements. The settlement also grants an extra year of eligibility to affected athletes and prevents the NCAA from enforcing restrictive transfer rules or retaliating against those who sue. This marks a significant shift in the NCAA's legal stance and follows a recent settlement allowing institutions to pay athletes directly.

via On3.com|
#college-athletes#eligibility#ncaa
sports-law2 years ago

"Justice Department Restores Competition for NCAA Division I Athletes"

The Justice Department and a coalition of states have filed a proposed consent decree to prevent the NCAA from enforcing its Transfer Eligibility Rule, which restricted college athletes' ability to transfer between Division I institutions. The decree, if approved, will also grant an additional year of eligibility to affected athletes. This action aims to enhance competition and provide better opportunities for college athletes.

via Department of Justice|
#antitrust#college-athletes#justice-department