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Crisis in Track and Field: Arkansas Self-Reports to NCAA with Violations

Arkansas recently has reported itself to the NCAA of violations that happened by one of their former track and field coaches, Lance Brauman.  Brauman was found guilty earlier this year for mail fraud and embezzlement and is currently in prison serving his sentence.  The details of what Brauman did while at Arkansas involved one of their former star sprinters, Tyson Gray.  From extra tutoring to giving him rides from the airport, they were all listed Read more…

By Karen, ago

A view outside the Shot Put Ring: 2007 Season has Begun!

The 2007 Track Season Has Begun!!!  It is amazing how fast the track seasons come around!  It seemed like yesterday that I started my collegiate career!  This year is different for me in many ways– since my track and field career came to an end in June, I will attend track meets as a fan!  Well, I will be helping out with USC– but I will still get a chance to watch the meets this time! Read more…

By Karen, ago

Excelling in Athletics AND Academics?: Ivy League succeeds with Wrestling Programs

It was interesting for me to read the article that appeared on ESPN.com about the Ivy League wrestling teams high rankings at while being student-athletes at prestigious universities.  The common stereotype that people have about athletes is that they can’t excel in the classroom.  Hmmm– well, then– why was the 2006 USC valedictorian a track and field athlete?  Makes you think.  🙂 I remember watching the USC vs. Stanford game and the announcers saying that Read more…

By Karen, ago

Athletes and Image: How to display your “personality”

There are many athletes that present an image of who they are when competing in their sporting events. Some like the “tough guy” image, and then there are some athletes that have to have a certain designer make their outfits.  Whatever it is– it does influence how the public and others view you.  I have always been interested in what makes certain athletes more appealing than others and how their personalities have influenced this.  I’m Read more…

By Karen, ago