Category: Sports
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Joe Cobbs, Northern Kentucky University – The Rage and Riches of Rivalry
Rivalries are important for the business of sports. Joe Cobbs, professor of sports business and event management at Northern Kentucky University, determines why some teams bring out fans’ passion, but others do not. Dr. Cobbs studies interorganizational collaboration and competition in major spectator sports. His research focused on corporate sponsorship in Formula One (F1) racing…
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Meredith Kneavel, La Salle University – Athletic Trainers: Unseen Healthcare Workers of the Pandemic
Many unseen workers have played important roles during the pandemic. Meredith Kneavel, professor in the department of urban public health and nutrition at La Salle University, explores one such group. Dr. Meredith Kneavel, Ph.D., has training as a biopsychologist whose foundational work was in the study of sex differences in stress, learning, and memory. Her…
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Dawn Gulick, Widener University – Innovating a Safer Way to Compete
On Widener University Week: Even elite athletes have been adversely affected by COVID-19. Dawn Gulick, professor of physical therapy, discusses a tool to help them get back to competing again. Dawn Gulick is a professor of physical therapy at Widener University’s Institute for Physical Therapy Education. Innovating a Safer Way to Compete The COVID-19 pandemic…
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Nicole Kraft, Ohio State University – Sportswriters Need to ‘Be Better’ When it Comes to Press Conferences
Press conferences after a sports contest are a tough gig for both sides. Nicole Kraft, associate professor of clinical communication at The Ohio State University, discusses how sports writers can make the best of the situation to get information for the fans. Dr. Nicole Kraft spent 25 years working as an award-winning journalist, as well…
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Kyle Fruh, Duke Kunshan University – Fair-Weather Fan
The fair-weather fan gets a lot of contempt from the die-hards. Kyle Fruh, assistant professor of philosophy at Duke Kunshan University, wonders if these fans have it right after all. Kyle Fruh is an assistant professor of philosophy at Duke Kunshan University. Dr. Fruh’s current research focuses on the nature of promises and promissory obligation,…
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Russell Goodman, Central College – Perfect Football Recruit
Football recruiting will never be the same, but what makes a good recruit won’t change. Russell Goodman, professor of mathematics at Central College, examines what lures recruits to a certain institution. Russ Goodman has served Central College since 2002, teaching at all levels of the curriculum. He especially enjoys learning about sports analytics, origami, algebraic…
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John Drea, Illinois College – Sports Tickets
When fans are let back into stadiums, which teams will sell the most tickets? John Drea, professor of business at Illinois College, says their win-loss record might not matter as much as first thought. John Drea (BA, Illinois College; MBA, University of Notre Dame; DBA, Southern Illinois University) is Professor of Business and Coordinator of…
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Traver Wright, Texas A&M University – Traumatic Brain Injuries
On Texas A&M Center for Sports Management Research & Education Week: We are still learning a lot about traumatic brain injuries. Traver Wright, research assistant professor in the department of health & kinesiology, discusses a treatment option that is showing results for some. Dr. Traver Wright is a Research Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University…
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Marlene A. Dixon, Texas A&M University – Effects of Sports Programming on Girls in Underserved Communities
On Texas A&M Center for Sports Management Research & Education Week: Sports programs can have a lasting impact for girls in some communities. Marlene A. Dixon, professor in the department of health and kinesiology, explores one community that needs a change. Dr. Marlene Dixon is a Professor and Chair of Graduate Studies in Sport Management…
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Chris Lamb, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis – Rachel Robinson
Most people know Jackie Robinson, but what about Rachel Robinson? Chris Lamb, professor of journalism at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, discusses her influence behind the scenes and how she’s upheld Number 42’s legacy over the years. Chris Lamb, a professor of journalism at Indiana University-Indianapolis, is the author of nine books, including four on Jackie…