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A sweeping college-sports reform bill faces a pivotal Senate test, as lawmakers convene a hearing with remarks from Sen. Ted Cruz, former Alabama coach Nick Saban, and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey to debate how best to support student-athletes and ensure fair competition, signaling whether the legislation will move forward.
Ohio State University reached a preliminary $100 million settlement with roughly 280 former student-athletes who allege sexual abuse by former campus doctor Richard Strauss (1978–1998). The board approved the agreement with all but one of the survivors still pursuing claims, building on prior settlements that totaled over $61 million for 317 survivors. If finalized, the accord could end a lengthy federal lawsuit filed in 2018 and closes a painful chapter for the university; Strauss died in 2005, and independent reviews previously found knowledge of complaints dating back to 1979.
Nick Saban testifies in support of a college sports reform bill at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, urging protections for student-athletes and fair competition, as major conferences like the SEC and Big Ten push back on the legislation.
About 50 Grand Junction High School students walked out Friday to protest ICE; several student-athletes were suspended from weekend competitions under District 51’s unexcused-absence policy, a move officials say is meant to keep play fair. While some teams continued competing on Saturday (including wrestling and basketball), others were held from contests, and the girls’ swimming and diving team was slated for regionals.
The NCAA has granted four years of eligibility to NBA-drafted players like James Nnaji, who was selected in 2023 but has not signed an NBA contract, allowing them to return to college sports, signaling a potential shift in NCAA rules and athlete decision-making.
Nebraska Athletics celebrated a successful 2025 with top sports performances, academic achievements, facility improvements, and new revenue-sharing initiatives, while planning for an exciting 2026 with events and continued support for women's sports.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball team, led by Coach Davis, emphasizes community service alongside their athletic pursuits, engaging in activities like community spotlight events, charity work, and halftime puppy races to connect with fans and support local organizations, while also reflecting on the lasting impact of their off-court efforts.
Three former Eastern Michigan men's basketball players did not cooperate with an NCAA investigation into potential sports betting violations, which is a violation of NCAA rules, but they are no longer eligible to play. The investigation was triggered by suspicious betting activity on their games, but due to their non-cooperation, the NCAA could not determine if violations occurred.
A judge in Ohio has granted a temporary restraining order allowing high school athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL), potentially enabling all students in the Ohio High School Athletic Association to enter into NIL deals, marking a significant shift in high school sports regulations.
The NCAA Division I Administrative Committee approved a proposal to allow student-athletes and staff to bet on professional sports, pending approval from all NCAA divisions, emphasizing harm reduction and education on gambling risks while maintaining restrictions on college sports betting.
The NCAA is investigating 13 college basketball players from six schools for sports betting violations, including betting on their own games and sharing information for betting purposes. All involved players are no longer enrolled at their schools, and the investigation highlights concerns over the rise of sports betting and its impact on game integrity.
The NCAA found that three men's basketball student-athletes from Fresno State and San Jose State bet on their own games and manipulated performances, leading to permanent ineligibility and removal from their teams, after an investigation uncovered coordinated betting and game manipulation during the 2024-25 season.
Two Marquette lacrosse players, Noah Snyder and Scott Michaud, were killed in a car accident in Milwaukee, with four other occupants injured; the incident has prompted a memorial and support services at the university.
The FBS Oversight Committee proposed changes to the football recruiting calendar, including a new 10-day transfer notification window from Jan. 2-11, a December recruiting dead period, and a later start date for receiving written offers of financial aid, aiming to streamline transfer and recruitment processes. The recommendations await approval from the Division I Administrative Committee.
Michigan State University's athletics director J Batt celebrates the start of the football season, highlights improvements to gameday experiences, discusses new revenue sharing and NIL opportunities for student-athletes, and emphasizes community support for Spartan athletics as they aim for top-tier success.