NCAA Sued for ‘Unfair’ Limits on Student Athlete Contracts
(Bloomberg) — The National Collegiate Athletic Association was sued by a bipartisan group of US states over restrictions that allegedly hinder the ability of student…
Author: Matt Goings
Why Are Grit & Resilience Important in Prospective Employees?
In the context of behavior, grit is defined as “firmness of character; indomitable spirit.” A person with grit can persist in anything they feel passionate about and…
Why Student-Athletes Make The Best Employees
Being a Division One student-athlete was akin to a demanding full-time occupation. It encompassed early morning gym sessions, followed by a packed schedule of classes,…
Athletes Bring Leadership Skills to the Workplace
Many athletes can tell you the leadership skills they gained from sports. Employers often echo their sentiments. For example, athletes recognize the importance of teamwork…
Student-Athlete Disability Insurance Program
Article provided courtesy of the NCAA. In October 1990, a disability insurance program was initiated for exceptional student-athletes at NCAA institutions in the sports of…