Is the Transfer Portal Helping or Hurting College Sports?

Few developments have reshaped modern college athletics as dramatically as the NCAA Transfer Portal. What started in 2018 as a transparency tool has become one of the most powerful forces in roster building, recruiting, and competitive balance. Depending on who you ask, it’s either saving careers or destroying continuity. The truth, as always, lives somewhere […]

The Evolution of College Cheer & Dance as a Competitive Sport

With a Spotlight on Mid-Major Programs College cheer and dance have undergone a remarkable transformation over the past several decades, evolving from game-day spirit squads into elite competitive programs that demand exceptional athleticism, precision, and discipline. Today, cheerleaders and dancers at universities across the country—large and small—train and compete at levels equal to many NCAA-recognized […]

The Biggest Challenges Facing Collegiate Athletics Today

Collegiate athletics sit at the center of American sports culture—part tradition, part business, and part community identity. But behind the electric game days, conference realignment drama, and recruiting races, the landscape is undergoing one of the most turbulent eras in its history. From financial instability to rapid shifts in athlete empowerment, the challenges facing college […]

Why Alex Rodriguez Belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Few players in MLB history have generated as much debate as Alex Rodriguez. For nearly two decades, A-Rod stood at the center of baseball’s brightest spotlight—sometimes for unparalleled brilliance on the field, other times for controversy off it. But when evaluating a player’s Hall of Fame worthiness, the ultimate question should be simple: Did this […]

Rising Powerhouses: A Look at Mid-American Conference Women’s Sports

The Mid-American Conference (MAC) is home to some of the most competitive and rapidly growing women’s athletic programs in the country. While often overlooked in national conversations dominated by Power Five schools, MAC women’s sports continue to produce standout athletes, championship contenders, and programs that shine on regional and national stages. From the pool to […]

Ohio State vs. Michigan: Everything on the Line This Saturday

Few games in sports carry the weight, history, and emotion of The Game. This Saturday, Ohio State and Michigan meet once again in one of college football’s fiercest rivalries—and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Buckeyes enter undefeated, while Michigan looks to protect home turf and extend its recent dominance in the series. Add in […]

Top Mid-Major Programs Built for a Deep March Run

For as long as the NCAA Tournament has existed, mid-major programs have fueled the chaos that makes March unforgettable. From Butler to Loyola Chicago to Florida Atlantic, the tournament’s most iconic moments often belong to schools operating outside the blue-blood world of monster budgets, five-star pipelines, and national TV coverage. Yet in today’s era of […]

Collegiate Cheer and Dance at Mid-Major Schools: The Heartbeat of Campus Pride

When people talk about college sports, the conversation usually centers on powerhouse football programs or nationally ranked basketball teams. But on mid-major campuses across the country, another group is working just as hard to elevate school spirit, energize crowds, and represent their universities on national stages: collegiate cheer and dance teams. These athletes often operate […]

Why College Sports Still Have the Most Passionate Fanbases

There’s something special about college sports—something raw, emotional, and deeply rooted in tradition. No matter how massive the NFL becomes or how global the NBA gets, the passion surrounding college athletics remains unmatched. From the deafening noise of packed student sections to century-old rivalries that divide entire states, college sports tap into a level of […]