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The Chaos Continues
May Madness: A Recap of the 2023 Women’s Basketball Transfer Portal Headlines
By Brady Lynch|May 5, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic changed collegiate sports in a multitude of ways, but perhaps the most significant difference is the effect that the transfer portal has had after athletes were given...
Captain's Advice!
What It Means To Be Successful On the Football Field: Interview with Three-Time Trinity College Captain Brian Casagrande
By Ryan Wiley|March 30, 2023
Brian Casagrande is one of the most accomplished Linebackers in Trinity College's history–he's a three-time captain, three-time All-NESCAC Linebacker, two-time NESCAC champion, and two-time 1935 Award recipient. The 1935 Award...
Mental Health Matters
Reimagining Mental Health and Wellness in College Athletics: Experts and Athletes Weigh in
By Jesse Marsh|March 23, 2023
When Lauren Hew was a collegiate swimmer at Florida State University, she would start her day at 5:30 a.m. with a two-hour swim practice. Following her time in the pool,...
Mental Health Matters
3 Teletherapy Resources for LGBTQ+ Student-Athletes
By Britt Trachtenberg|November 3, 2022
In 2019, 90% of LGBTQ+ athletes identified homophobia and transphobia as issues in school sports. Meanwhile, 48% of LGBTQ+ students say that they cannot find adequate mental health services. Although...
Be a Good Sport!
Monday Motivation: Huddle Up!
By Carlos Carrera|October 3, 2022
There is nothing I missed more during the COVID era than a proper team huddle–when we were all close to one another without being afraid, sharing that same desire to...
From Athlete to Athletics Worker
University of Arizona Facilities Manager Jacob Gahart on What it Takes to Succeed in Sports and Life
By Royce Linder|September 28, 2022
Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacob Gahart who is a former college athlete and current facilities manager at the University of Arizona. Speaking with Mr. Gahart shows...
Field of Dreams
Jaci Field, Director of Eddie Smith Field House and Finley Fields, Talks Life as a Facilities Worker
By Caleb Myers|August 19, 2022
With the last name “Field,” is it any wonder that Jaci Field has made a career out of facilities management? Field, who works at the University of North Carolina, has...
Top Tips!
UNC Gymnastics Coach, Danna Durante’s 10 Tips on Recruiting and More
By Caleb Myers|August 15, 2022
Come back every Monday for Coaching Staff's Advice on the college recruiting process, what they look for in athletes, and what to expect as a college athlete. Entering her second...
college sports
Considering a Career in College Sports? Check Out This Interview with UNC Assistant Athletic Director, Richie Grimsley
By Caleb Myers|August 12, 2022
Richie Grimsley has been around the block a time or two–not only has he been a member of the UNC Athletic Department since 1999 but he currently oversees day-to-day operations...
Creative Thinking!
Creativity is Key: 4 Out-of-the-Box NIL Ideas For College Athletes
By Caleb Myers|August 2, 2022
With the potential to profit off of their name, image, and likeness, a college athlete may be forced to become creative in deciding how to use their resources most efficiently...
Influence your Finances
No Platform, No Problem: 4 Ways to Earn NIL Money Without Social Media
By Annie Welch|July 27, 2022
Social media not your thing? Or maybe you just want to avoid turning your social media into an account full of brand deals? Either way, if you're an athlete who...
Make a List, Check it Twice!
Want to Transfer? Be Sure to Check These 6 Items off Your List
By Caleb Myers|July 22, 2022
Transferring to an entirely different university, sometimes in a completely different state or region of the country, can feel overwhelming. Ensuring that you meet all NCAA and school guidelines is...
Stick to This Advice!
10 Questions With UNC Field Hockey Head Coach Karen Shelton on College Recruiting
By Caleb Myers|July 18, 2022
Come back every Monday for Coaching Staff's Advice on the college recruiting process, what they look for in athletes, and what to expect as a college athlete. Karen Shelton, head...
Check out these Game Changers!
Happy Pride Month: Honoring 6 Notable LGBTQIA+ Athletes (Part 1)
By Catherine Light|June 6, 2022
June is Pride Month, so on the first day of each week, 2aDays will be highlighting important LGBTQIA+ topics related to sports. For week one, we're highlighting some notable LGBTQIA+...
Drama Alert!
Nick Saban Isn’t Happy About NIL: Why Two SEC Coaches Went At It Last Week
By Katie Lever, Ph. D|May 23, 2022
Two big-time SEC coaches made headlines last week for exchanging some pretty fiery words (and Deion Sanders got caught in the crossfires, too!). The topic at hand? Name, image, and...
