Why the expanded NCAA Tournament makes a Cinderella story even less likely
The NCAA is trying to sell its new 76-team field as a great opportunity for everyone, including the…
Here’s what a 76-team March Madness field looks like — and why it should worry you
If this most recent men’s NCAA Tournament had featured 76 teams, we’d have seen the first instance of…
Fired for cause, or for losing? Why more schools are betting they can fire coaches for free
One coach engaged in a lengthy affair with his executive assistant, entered her home without permission and landed…
Hate or love NCAA Tournament expansion, understand that Cinderella needs the money
The future of the NCAA Tournament underdog has received a lot of attention in the past couple of…
Big 12 reaches private capital deal to add $12.5M to conference, optional $30M in credit for schools
The Big 12 has closed on a private capital deal with outside investors that will provide at least…
Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic declares for NBA Draft, enters transfer portal
Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic indicated in a social media post that he hopes to remain in the…
Big Ten’s secret to hoarding trophies? Find elite college coaches, not elite complainers
The Big Ten has officially sealed its status as our new overlord. Not only has the league bumped…
Big Ten braggers, did you forget what the SEC did (checks notes) … one year ago?
INDIANAPOLIS — Paying players in violation of NCAA rules, formerly the exclusive strategy of schools in the Southeastern…
Inside Dusty May’s short walk home from a long journey to the March Madness mountaintop
INDIANAPOLIS — Two hours after the confetti finished falling from the sky in Lucas Oil Stadium, Dusty May…
Imagine having both Curt Cignetti and Dusty May. Could’ve happened!
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UNC makes Michael Malone second-highest paid college basketball coach with $50 million, 6-year contract
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — To restore its men’s basketball program to the top of the college hoops hierarchy,…
Two years ago, Dusty May took over an 8-24 Michigan team. Now, they are national champions.
INDIANAPOLIS — The golf carts were ready outside the Michigan locker room early Tuesday morning. One was for…