Judge Approves Historic House v. NCAA Settlement

Rice Football, NCAA

Following a lengthy process, a federal judge on Friday granted final approval of the House v. NCAA Settlement, paving the way for schools to pay athletes directly. In a landmark decision that will alter the landscape of collegiate sports, Judge Claudia Wilken of the Northern District of California approved a far-reaching settlement of the House … Read more

Mississippi Flag draws NCAA criticism in wake of social changes

NCAA

The NCAA has revised its policies regarding the Mississippi State flag, potentially impacting Conference USA member school Southern Miss. Social changes sweeping the nation continue to impact college sports, including Conference USA. The state of Mississippi is one of the most recent to come under fire. Restrictions surrounding the state flag, which bears a Confederate … Read more