The Sweet Sixteen of Sneakers on JSTOR
Why should basketball fans have all the March Madness fun? We're running a basketball sneaker bracket. Play along on Twitter.
Policing the Bodies of Women Athletes Is Nothing New
For women who play sports, there's often no way to win.
The Uneasy History of Integrated Sports in America
The integration of collegiate and professional sports parallels the civil rights movement, but in important ways it was a whole different track.
Jackie Robinson vs Paul Robeson: A Double Play for the Ages
In 1949, Jackie Robinson testified in front of the House Un-American Activities Committee against Paul Robeson.
How Teddy Roosevelt Changed Football
Is football too violent? It's a problem Teddy Roosevelt once tried to solve from the White House.
Before #MoreThanMean, This Woman Innovated Sportswriting
Sportswriting by women is not a new phenomenon. Lorena Hickok was a forerunner for women sportswriters, and began her career on the college football beat.
How Schools Can Better Protect Athletes Suffering From Concussions
An estimated 300,000 sports-related concussions occur in the U.S. annually. Here are some tips schools can use to minimize its impact on students.
Is St. Louis Better Off Without the Rams?
As the St. Louis Rams move to LA, we weigh the economic and intangible benefits of a city adopting a professional sports franchise.
The Fight to Remove American Indian Mascots
The fight to remove American Indian mascots from universities and professional sports programs.
Making College Work for Student-Athletes
What factors might help student-athletes at Division I schools get the most from their years at school?