Skidmore College put out an athletics update stating that while Fall sports competitions were cancelled, teams may still practice under the rules and regulations put out by New York State and the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA). But what was the conversation and process like to reach this decision? And what would this mean for varsity athletics, as well as usage of the facilities? To provide clarity to the situation, Gail Cummings-Danson, Director of Athletics, answers some of these questions.
Read moreRanking the Greatest Finishes In Sports
The final moments of this game easily rank as some of the most thrilling I have ever seen. But was Villanova/UNC the greatest finish in sports history? Without further ado, here is my take on the greatest sports endings; and for the fun of it, they will be joined by comparisons to famous movie climaxes that aroused similar feelings of emotion. Fair warning, spoiler alert!
Read moreMarch Madness 2016: Six Teams That Could Bust Your Bracket
Contrary to past seasons, the 2016 college basketball regular season was largely defined by a lack of consistency among the top teams. But with March Madness about to begin, three clear favorites have emerged. The NCAA Championship betting line at TopBet favors Kansas, with North Carolina and Michigan State close behind. Judging by expert predictions, public sentiment is clearly in line with these championship odds. But you tell me, do any of your friends have a bracket with only one of these teams, or perhaps none at all, in their Final Four? Didn’t think so.
Read moreMarch Madness is Near: What You Need to Know
Some argue that March is the most exciting month in sports. I suppose it may be because aside from Super Bowl Sunday, February is such an unbearably slow month in sports. But obviously, the main reason people love March is because of the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament, which tips-off in less than two weeks.
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