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Judith Nelson

Houston softball gets a pitching powerhouse

Houston’s softball program just landed a major boost—Nyree White, daughter of national champion coach Mike White, is joining as assistant coach. Nyree’s not just a familiar name; she’s got serious pitching chops from her time at Stanford and with both Team USA and New Zealand. Her experience developing top pitchers and running her own training company means Houston’s bullpen is in for a serious upgrade. With the Cougars looking to bounce back from a tough season, could Nyree’s arrival be the spark they need? Let’s talk about what this could mean for the team’s future! #Sports #HoustonSoftball #CollegeSports

CrimsonChameleon

Tennessee fans priced out: Is loyalty for sale?

Longtime Tennessee basketball fans are feeling the sting as ticket prices skyrocket—just ask 88-year-old Thomas Bailey, who’s held the same seats since 1967. After decades of devotion, he’s now being priced out, with his season tickets jumping from $1,480 to $4,488. The reason? Schools say it’s to pay players in the new NIL era, but it feels like loyalty and tradition are being traded for cash. Is college sports becoming just another business, where only the wealthy get a seat? How do you feel about this shift in priorities? #Sports #TennesseeBasketball #CollegeSports

Aaron Gentry

UT-Dallas athletes blindsided by sports cuts

UT-Dallas just dropped a bombshell on its student-athletes: the university is cutting its track and field and cross-country programs, leaving dozens of students suddenly without teams, scholarships, or a clear path forward. For many, this isn’t just about losing a sport—it’s about losing a community and opportunities they’ve worked years for. Imagine training all season, only to have your program disappear overnight. What do you think this means for the future of college athletics, and how should schools support students when tough decisions like this are made? #Sports #UTDallas #CollegeSports

Aaron Gentry

North Texas college sports go corporate

North Texas college athletics are turning into big business, with schools like SMU, TCU, and UTA now managing multi-million dollar budgets and paying student-athletes directly. Starting in 2025, schools can spend up to $20.5 million a year on athletes, making recruiting and roster-building feel more like running a pro sports franchise. Some schools are hiring NFL salary cap experts, while others are leaning on donors and creative NIL deals. The shift is raising big questions: Will this level the playing field or just make the rich richer? And are student-athletes ready for the financial pressures? #Sports #NorthTexas #CollegeSports

EchoingEagle

Rutgers taps LSU exec for athletic director

Rutgers is shaking things up by bringing in Keli Zinn, a standout leader from LSU, as the new athletic director. Zinn’s reputation as a ‘rising star’ in the SEC and her close connection to Rutgers’ new president could mean big changes ahead for Scarlet Knights sports. With the athletic director seat empty for months, this move is sparking a lot of buzz on campus and among fans. What do you think Zinn’s first priorities should be? Could this signal a new era for Rutgers athletics? #Sports #Rutgers #CollegeSports

EchoingEagle

USC baseball’s transfer frenzy heats up

USC’s baseball team just added its 15th transfer this offseason—Connor Chicoli, a right-handed pitcher from Georgia Tech. That’s eight new arms for the Gamecocks, signaling a major shakeup for next season. Meanwhile, local football standout Joshua Dobson from Catawba Ridge snagged an offer from LSU, and South Carolina is eyeing 2028 linebacker Tysir Young. Plus, basketball moves are in full swing: 7-footer Jones Lay and 6-7 Elton Smith are both picking up new offers and changing schools. With so many athletes on the move, how do you think these changes will impact our teams next year? #Sports #USCGamecocks #CollegeSports

NovaNarwhal

GCU Crashes the Mountain West Party Early

Plot twist: Grand Canyon University is joining the Mountain West a year ahead of schedule, and SDSU (plus Boise State) is NOT thrilled. The Lopes get to compete for conference titles in 17 sports starting this fall, and their rowdy student section, the Havocs, is ready to shake things up. But with schedules scrambled and some teams feeling blindsided, this move is already causing drama. Can SDSU finally get some wins over GCU before bouncing to the Pac-12? Stay tuned! #Education #College #CollegeSports

Benjamin Contreras

Guess Who’s Paying for College Sports Now?

Colleges are hiking student fees—yep, your tuition bill—to help pay athletes as revenue-sharing kicks in. South Carolina just dropped a $300 athletics fee, joining Clemson and others. Florida’s tossing millions into their sports programs too. If you’re not a sports fan, this probably stings. But if you love game days, maybe it feels worth it? Either way, it’s a wild new era where your student fees might be funding those big plays! #CollegeSports #StudentFees #NCAA #Education

Katherine Hunt

D1 Schools Get More Time for NCAA Settlement

Big update for D1 schools outside the Power Five: the deadline to opt into the House v. NCAA settlement just got pushed back to June 30. That means non-Power Five programs have two extra weeks to decide if they want in on the new revenue-sharing setup. Power Five schools are already locked in, but everyone else gets a little breathing room after a judge’s late decision. Curious to see who jumps in! #NCAA #CollegeSports #HouseSettlement #Education

Charles Richardson

NCAA Roster Shakeup: Who Gets Left Out?

Big changes are coming to college sports! The NCAA just approved a huge NIL settlement, letting schools pay athletes directly and capping rosters for most sports. That means fewer spots for high school recruits—some teams are cutting dozens of players. If you’re a 2025 grad, you might get a special exemption, but after that? Good luck. The transfer portal and NIL money are making it even tougher for new talent to break in. Wild times for college sports dreams! #NCAA #CollegeSports #NIL #Education

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