Insights from the Sideline

Reflections on leadership, culture, and the game—shaped by a lifetime in coaching.

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Storm Clouds Over College Athletics — Three Takeaways For Independent Schools

A recent Chronicle of Higher Education analysis found that six in ten college presidents believe Division I sports are headed in the wrong direction. The storm warning from collegiate athletics isn’t a distant concern. It’s a reminder for schools to strengthen their foundations—clarity of purpose, coaching alignment, and holistic value—so their programs remain strategic, sustainable, and true to mission.

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