The absurdity of athletes taking on the burden of billionaires

The absurdity of athletes taking on the burden of billionaires

This article is reprinted from The Undefeated: https://theundefeated.com/features/the-absurdity-of-athletes-taking-on-the-burden-of-billionaires/ In 2011, hedge fund manager Josh Harris led a group of 16 investors that purchased the Philadelphia 76ers from...
Super Bowl: Bringing People Together

Super Bowl: Bringing People Together

A feeling of excitement was in the air for some of us in the Bay Area as the 49ers tried to win their sixth Super Bowl titles against the Chiefs, and their first since 1995. While the 49ers played well for most of the game, the Chiefs came from behind in the 4th...
A Blow to the NCAA Profit Margin

A Blow to the NCAA Profit Margin

The NCAA is an intercollegiate association that regulates and organizes all college sports and enjoys non-profit status by awarding scholarships to student athletes. For as long as it’s existed, the NCAA has prohibited these athletes for being compensated for their...
Social Justice at the Super Bowl?

Social Justice at the Super Bowl?

Next weekend more than 100 million people in the U.S. are expected to watch the Super Bowl match-up between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams in Atlanta. In preparation, the NFL has funded the painting of dozens of public murals to honor Atlanta’s rich...