Category: Sports
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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…
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Hallie Zwibel, New York Institute of Technology – eSports Health Care
On New York Institute of Technology Week: eSports athletes also need medical care. Hallie Zwibel, assistant professor of family medicine, explores the injuries associated with video games and how to treat them. Hallie Zwibel specializes in family practice. He is the team physician for NYIT, the director of its Center for Sports Medicine, and one…
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Rocco Porreca, Newbury College – Future of Football
The NFL’s profits may be booming, but a reduction in youth players is also looming. Rocco Porreca, assistant professor in sport management at Newbury College, describes changes being made to try to save football. Rocco Porreca enters his first year as Newbury’s Faculty Athletic Representative. Porreca joined Newbury College’s Roger. A. Saunders School of Business…
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Sister Marcella Wallowicz, Holy Family University – Sabermetrics in the Classroom
The statistics revolution may not just be for baseball. Sister Marcella Wallowicz, associate professor of mathematics at Holy Family University, examines using sabermetrics in your classroom as well as the ballpark. I am an Associate Professor of Mathematics and also the Assistant Dean in the School of Arts & Sciences at Holy Family University. My…