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Basketball Draws Shrinking Crowds in Many Big Programs
A Chronicle analysis shows that about one out of every five Division I programs has seen attendance fall by 20 percent or more.
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Basketball Draws Shrinking Crowds in Many Big Programs
A Chronicle analysis shows that about one out of every five Division I programs has seen attendance fall by 20 percent or more.
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The NCAA's New Leader Goes on the Offensive
Mark Emmert is moving quickly to bring change to college sports. Some colleges, especially those with smaller, poorer programs, are feeling left behind.
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It's Time for the NCAA to Get It Right
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Division III Athletes Are Not 'Gladiators'
"No one in these essays bothers to ask if the other sports would exist at Division I institutions if it weren't for football and basketball revenue."
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2 Big East Members Have Discussed Starting a Basketball-Only League
The preliminary conversations took place as the league worked to stabilize itself following the news that three members planned to leave, sources say.
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Eliminate the Profit Motive
Once it becomes clear that problems are systemic, and that the NCAA cannot institute fundamental change, Congress must force the issue.