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NCAA Powerhouses Demand Control Over Rules and Pay

1/10/2025

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The four largest NCAA conferences are pushing for greater control over rule-making and postseason events, including the iconic March Madness. This bold proposal seeks to establish a new subdivision within the NCAA, enabling schools to compensate athletes. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey stresses the urgency for a governance model that aligns with the evolving landscape of college sports. Conversations among Division I leaders are heating up.

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The four largest NCAA conferences are pushing for greater control over rule-making and postseason events, including the iconic March Madness. This bold proposal seeks to establish a new subdivision within the NCAA, enabling schools to compensate athletes. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey stresses the urgency for a governance model that aligns with the evolving landscape of college sports. Conversations among Division I leaders are heating up.