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USCA Women's Polo Team Wins National Championship
Sports•Apr 2

USCA Women's Polo Team Wins National Championship

Three college athletes just brought home a national polo championship, putting their small South Carolina school on the map. The University of South Carolina Aiken declared April 1 as Women's Polo Day to celebrate the historic win.

Google: championship win celebration•2 min read
Houston Basketball Built Custom Gym for Swole Squad
Community Heroes•Mar 26

Houston Basketball Built Custom Gym for Swole Squad

The University of Houston basketball team's viral muscular physique isn't accidental. Their coach invested in a custom-built training facility that's redefining what college athletes can achieve.

Mens Health•3 min read
LSU Star Flau'jae Johnson Stays Loyal, Inspires Teammates
Sports•Mar 19

LSU Star Flau'jae Johnson Stays Loyal, Inspires Teammates

In an era where college athletes constantly transfer schools, LSU basketball star Flau'jae Johnson stayed all four years and built something special. Her loyalty, work ethic, and unique personality (including a beloved bearded dragon) have made her a role model for teammates and fans alike.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)•2 min read
Michigan College Athletes Shatter Records Across 3 Sports
Sports•Mar 11

Michigan College Athletes Shatter Records Across 3 Sports

Mid Michigan College just wrapped its best winter sports season ever, with basketball teams reaching nationals and a bowler becoming the school's first All-American. The women's basketball team went undefeated in conference play while bowling's Paige Vallad and Evan Daly rewrote the record books.

Google: athlete breaks record•2 min read
3 Syracuse Grads Win Pro Women's Lacrosse Championship
Sports•Mar 9

3 Syracuse Grads Win Pro Women's Lacrosse Championship

Three Syracuse University lacrosse alumnae just claimed the WLL Championship Series title with the New York Charging. Their championship victory showcases how college athletes are building professional careers in women's sports.

Google News - Championship Win•2 min read
Basketball Players Rescue 2 Drivers From Nebraska Sinkhole
Community Heroes•Feb 28

Basketball Players Rescue 2 Drivers From Nebraska Sinkhole

Two college basketball players didn't hesitate when a sinkhole swallowed two vehicles at a busy intersection in Omaha. While others recorded on their phones, Esra Kurban and Olivia Borsutzki jumped out of their car to pull trapped drivers to safety.

Fox News Sports•2 min read
Plus Size Figure Skater Laine Dubin Racks Up 30M Views
Community Heroes•Jan 30

Plus Size Figure Skater Laine Dubin Racks Up 30M Views

College figure skater Laine Dubin is shattering stereotypes about what athletes should look like, inspiring millions of young girls who never saw themselves represented in the sport. Her videos proving that grace and power come in all sizes have earned her a devoted following and 30 million views.

Upworthy•3 min read
Colorado Coach Deion Sanders Brings Pro-Level Accountability
Community Heroes•Jan 26

Colorado Coach Deion Sanders Brings Pro-Level Accountability

Deion Sanders is treating his college players like professionals, introducing a detailed fine system that mirrors NFL team policies. It's part of a bigger shift as college athletes now earn real paychecks for their talents.

Yahoo Sports•2 min read
College Athletes Raise $5.2M in 60-Minute Fundraisers
Solutions•Jan 21

College Athletes Raise $5.2M in 60-Minute Fundraisers

Over 15,000 college athletes are ditching month-long fundraising slogs for high-energy one-hour sprints that raise an average of $350 per player. The competitive format has helped 154 schools collectively raise $5.2 million while keeping teams focused on training instead of paperwork.

Google: athlete breaks record•3 min read
Indiana QB Turns Burger into $150K for MS Research
Acts of Kindness•Jan 19

Indiana QB Turns Burger into $150K for MS Research

Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza and his brother Alberto created a specialty burger to honor their mother's 20-year battle with multiple sclerosis. Every sale helps fund MS research, proving college athletes can use their platform for powerful good.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)•3 min read