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USC vows to boost home crowd after sparse Week 0 crowd vs San Jose State
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USC vows to boost home crowd after sparse Week 0 crowd vs San Jose State

USC acknowledged a sparse crowd for its Week 0 42-26 win over San Jose State at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, with an announced attendance of 51,144—the lowest under Lincoln Riley and far from full. Officials cited extreme heat, a noon kickoff, and limited shade as major factors, while pledging to deliver a stronger home atmosphere and noting the season’s marquee home games ahead.

NCAA bans three college basketball players for self-game betting
sports1 year ago

NCAA bans three college basketball players for self-game betting

The NCAA has permanently revoked the eligibility of three college basketball players for betting on their own games and sharing betting information during the 2024-25 season, with some players manipulating performances to ensure bets were won. The players, Mykell Robinson, Steven Vasquez, and Jalen Weaver, were involved in betting on games involving their teammates, leading to their release from their schools. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about sports betting and integrity in college sports, especially amid the growth of legalized gambling in the U.S.

San Jose State and USF to Clash in Hawai'i Bowl on Dec. 24
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San Jose State and USF to Clash in Hawai'i Bowl on Dec. 24

The University of South Florida (USF) football team will compete in the Hawai'i Bowl against San Jose State on December 24, 2024, marking their 12th bowl appearance in 24 seasons. The game will be held at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex in Honolulu and broadcast on ESPN. This will be USF's first game in Hawai'i and their first bowl matchup against a Mountain West Conference team. USF, under second-year head coach Alex Golesh, finished the regular season with a 6-6 record, while San Jose State ended at 7-5.

SJSU Volleyball Season Ends Amid Trans Player Controversy
sports1 year ago

SJSU Volleyball Season Ends Amid Trans Player Controversy

San Jose State volleyball coach Todd Kress criticized teams that forfeited matches against his team due to the presence of a transgender player, Blaire Fleming, citing the hateful messages received by his players and staff. The controversy led to heightened security measures and a lawsuit involving team co-captain Brooke Slusser, who opposed sharing facilities with Fleming. Kress, who did not recruit Fleming, expressed frustration with the situation and emphasized the importance of addressing team tensions. Despite the challenges, the team completed their season, but legal battles continue.

CSU to Face SJSU in MWC Volleyball Final Amid Trans Athlete Debate
sports1 year ago

CSU to Face SJSU in MWC Volleyball Final Amid Trans Athlete Debate

Colorado State will face San Jose State in the Mountain West Conference women's volleyball final, with an NCAA tournament spot at stake. The match follows controversy over a transgender player on San Jose State's team, leading to several teams, including Boise State, boycotting matches. A federal court ruled the player could participate, sparking debates on transgender athletes in women's sports. Colorado State's coach emphasized the complexity and emotional toll of the situation, while San Jose State advanced partly due to forfeits.

San Jose State Volleyball at Center of Trans Athlete Controversy
sports1 year ago

San Jose State Volleyball at Center of Trans Athlete Controversy

The NCAA's policies on transgender athletes are under scrutiny amid a controversy involving a San Jose State University volleyball player. The NCAA's current approach, revised in 2022, allows each sport's governing body to set specific standards for transgender participation, leading to varied benchmarks. This issue has been highlighted by past controversies, such as swimmer Lia Thomas, and ongoing debates about the fairness and legality of transgender athletes competing in women's sports. The NCAA's policy remains under review, with no updates provided.

Boise State Exits Tournament Amid Transgender Athlete Debate
sports1 year ago

Boise State Exits Tournament Amid Transgender Athlete Debate

Boise State withdrew from the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament, refusing to face San Jose State in the semi-finals, after previously boycotting regular-season matches against them. This decision comes amid controversy over the participation of a transgender player on the San Jose State team, which has led to several teams forfeiting matches against them. A federal court recently upheld the player's right to participate, despite ongoing legal and political disputes over transgender athletes in women's sports.