Greg Sankey emphasizes that the SEC was not the initiator of the 16-team CFP format talks; that credit goes to the Big Ten.
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. As SEC meetings get underway at the Hilton Sandestin Resort on Florida’s coast, there’s still a lot of uncertainty surrounding the conference’s stance on future expansion. This question looms large in the realm of college athletics, especially with the NCAA Tournament’s recent decision to broaden its field. From SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s […]
Tony Petitti from the Big Ten makes it clear to the SEC: Accept the 24-team CFP expansion or the format will remain at 12.
If you’re interested in the ongoing discussions about expanding the College Football Playoff, Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti might have something for you. During their recent spring meetings in suburban Los Angeles, one of the main topics—besides efforts in Congress to “preserve” college athletics—was whether to add more teams to the playoffs. Currently, the commissioners […]
Ways to watch the 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race without cost: Schedule, format
Today’s NASCAR All-Star Race presents a whopping $1 million prize. This year marks the race’s debut at Dover Motor Speedway in Delaware, a significant moment in its 42-year history. The new format introduces a blend of high-stakes exhibition features with traditional racing elements. Notably, all 36 cars will be on the starting grid, a shift […]
Coaches Support 24-Team College Football Playoff Format
The College Football Playoff’s Potential Expansion The College Football Playoff (CFP) format seems on the verge of a significant change. As reported by Yahoo!, college football coaches and Ross Dellenger from a major sports publication have expressed their support for a 24-team CFP format. Last week, the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) voted to advise […]
USC Professor Christian Grose supports claims about the ‘racist’ debate format of the California governor’s race.
USC Professor Defends Controversial Debate Format Amid Backlash A professor at the University of Southern California, Christian Gross, has rejected allegations that his debate format was racist, following the cancellation of a high-profile campaign for California’s governor. In an interview on CNN’s “The Story is with Erex Michaelson,” Gross stood by his contentious ranking system. […]
Geno Auriemma criticizes NCAA for tournament format: ‘Just can’t comprehend’
Geno Auriemma Critiques NCAA Tournament Changes Geno Auriemma, head coach of the UW women’s basketball team, expressed strong disapproval of the NCAA’s recent tournament format changes. The 72-year-old coach was notably upset about the lack of consultation with players and coaches before shifting from a four-site to a two-site regional system for the 2023 tournament. […]
Olympics will stick to 3-on-3 format despite complaints from Canada coach Jon Cooper
Concerns Over Olympic Hockey Overtime Format Team Canada’s men’s hockey coach, John Cooper, has voiced his dissatisfaction with the 3-on-3 overtime format used in the Olympics. However, it seems his opinion won’t change the established norm. Luc Tardif, the president of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), explained to The Athletic that the format will […]
Lewis University shifts classes to online format following news of ICE lease.
Illinois University Adjusts Classes Amid ICE Presence An Illinois university has decided to shift some classes online after discovering that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is operating out of the same building as one of its campuses. Lewis University announced it received information indicating that the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is leasing space […]
Victor Wembanyama established the standard for the new NBA All-Star Game format that truly succeed
Wembanyama Leads, But Team World Falls Short Victor Wembanyama definitely made his presence felt. Unfortunately, his teammates struggled to keep up. The French sensation helped elevate the competitiveness of this year’s All-Star Game. For the first time, the format featured three teams—two primarily American and one mostly composed of international players, engaging in a round […]
USA versus World format creates genuine competition at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game
For a long time, the NBA All-Star Game has been seen as more of a flashy exhibition than a true competition. Players usually showed off their skills in designer sneakers, while defense often felt like a mere afterthought. However, things took a different turn at the lavish Intuit Dome this past Sunday night. This year, […]