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AP-NORC Poll: 66% Favor Endorsement Money for NCAA Athletes

As the NCAA grapples with how to provide athletes opportunities to be compensated for their fame, about two-thirds of Americans support college players being permitted to earn money for endorsements. That's according to a new poll from The Associated Pr...
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Florida Considers Allowing College Athletes to Earn Money

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Following California's lead, Florida lawmakers are tackling NCAA rules that prohibit college athletes from reaping financial benefits from their prowess in the arena of big-money sports. "California did the first step. If Florida then fo...
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On Spikes or Skates, Ancel Robinson Had One Speed: Fast

Ancel Robinson Jr. — one of the greatest athletes in Fresno County history —has died at age 86. While at Fresno State, Robinson tied the world record in the 220-yard low hurdles at 22.2 seconds en route to winning the NCAA title in 1957. Throughout his l...
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Former UCLA Gymnast Ohashi to Make Pro Debut at Aurora Games

ALBANY, N.Y. — Former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi will perform in the inaugural Aurora Games, an all-women's sports and entertainment festival. "I'm excited to be participating in the Aurora Games. To be a part of an event that was named after a Roman Godde...