Reality programming couldn't stay away forever. The NCAA has launched a recurring feature called "My Life as an NCAA Intern," which will follow four current national office interns as they explore the world of intercollegiate athletics. This first episode introduces you to the interns and provides a taste of what their adventures will be like in coming months.
After his induction to the CoSIDA Academic All-America Hall of Fame in June, New York Yankees Manager Joe Girardi discussed his passion for education and what it meant to his family.
Indiana football coach Terry Hoeppner stopped by the NCAA national office and discussed coaching at a basketball school, competing in the Big Ten, his return to the Hoosier State and his commitment to academic success.
A standout on the hit series American Idol last year, Boston College freshman Ayla Brown is an exceptional singer who aspires to have a long career in the music industry. Also one of the top freshman players in the ACC, Brown still finds time to concentrate on her studies and shine in the classroom.
Maine's Teddy Purcell, who lost six teeth when he took a skate to the face during his prep days, was a key contributor for the Black Bears this season and was named Hockey East freshman of the year for his efforts.
Cathy Inglese discusses what keeps her coming back to work every day after 13 years with the Boston College program and why women's college basketball is an exciting game suitable for families.
When you come to a college basketball game, you expect some amount of face painting, hooting and hollering. The Hope fans are a little different, however, as they need to be led in a pre-game stretch in order to be fully prepared to cheer on the Flying Dutchmen for 40 minutes.
Floyd Keith, executive director of the Black Coaches Association, discusses the lack of minority head football coaches in the college game and offers some possible solutions.
Kentucky professor Alan DeSantis doesn't think basketball teams should play games at 9 on weeknights. And he hates that the Division I Men's Basketball Championship occurs on a Monday night.
Director of Agent, Gambling and Amateurism Activities Rachel Newman-Baker explains why gambling on NCAA-sponsored sports is prohibited. Newman-Baker's department monitors gambling activity, but also works to control the presence of agents in intercollegiate athletics so that student-athletes don't violate their amateur status.
Give us three minutes, and we'll give you a look at the world of college athletics. This edition of the 3-Minute Drill examines the elimination of text-messaging in Division I, Division II's community engagement platform and the academics-first philosophy in Division III.
Catch a recap of the latest NCAA news in this edition of the 3-Minute Drill, along with a look at some of the more emotional moments of college football's opening weekend.