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Derek Dooley Falls Short in Georgia Senate Runoff

In a closely watched Republican runoff, Derek Dooley’s bid for the U.S. Senate was thwarted by Rep. Mike Collins, who secured former President Donald Trump’s endorsement and capitalized on Dooley’s outsider status.

Jun 17, 2026

Kentucky’s New Athletics Director J. Batt Charts Dual‑Sport Revival

J. Batt, the newly appointed athletics director at the University of Kentucky, says the Wildcats’ basketball and football programs must both thrive to sustain the department’s financial health. After a first‑day sit‑down with coaches Will Stein and Mark Pope, Batt emphasizes revenue, fan passion, and a return to the basketball gold standard.

Jun 16, 2026

Saban’s Warning Echoes as Texas Judge Clears Gambling-Infected Quarterback

When Nick Saban warned Congress that college football was losing its regulatory grip, few imagined a real-time test of his prophecy. A Texas judge’s recent ruling that allows Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby — suspended by the NCAA for gambling on his own team — to resume play has turned the warning into a headline.

Jun 13, 2026

Charles Huff Joins Capitol Hill Roundtable on College Athletics Reform

Coach Charles Huff of the University of Memphis joined a high‑profile Capitol Hill forum on June 10, where Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell outlined the Protect College Sports Act, a proposal aimed at strengthening antitrust safeguards, regulating player movement and clarifying media rights.

Jun 10, 2026

Dabo Swinney Stands Firm as Clemson Faces Criticism

In a recent interview, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney addressed the fallout from a 7‑6 season, defended his legacy, and introduced the rallying cry “TCBTTT” as a roadmap for a swift return to dominance.

Jun 10, 2026