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Carl Lewis Urges Split from NCAA for Athlete Education

5/17/2025

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Carl Lewis, the legendary Olympic gold medalist and University of Houston track coach, is calling for college football and basketball to break away from the NCAA. He warns that the current focus on NIL deals jeopardizes the future of other sports. Lewis emphasizes the need for athletes to prioritize education and advocates for a separate governing body to safeguard Olympic sports.

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Carl Lewis, the legendary Olympic gold medalist and University of Houston track coach, is calling for college football and basketball to break away from the NCAA. He warns that the current focus on NIL deals jeopardizes the future of other sports. Lewis emphasizes the need for athletes to prioritize education and advocates for a separate governing body to safeguard Olympic sports.