Kain Colter is the star witness in the CAPA hearing at the local National Labor Relations Board. Therefore, his testimony is the most interesting moment by far of the three day hearing. This case, and it's presentation in court are simultaneously the most important and interesting thing going on right now, but also the most boring and dull, at the exact same time. Sounds … [Read more...] about Kain Colter answers critics of football/war analogy
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History backs up Kain Colter comment about football and warfare
Kain Colter testified today at day one of the NLRB hearing that will rule on the status of CAPA as a valid labor organization. His comparisons of football to the military are getting some backlash. Even though the sport of football is rooted in military traditions. Some pundits are deriding Colter for comparing football training to military training. That's understandable as … [Read more...] about History backs up Kain Colter comment about football and warfare
NU’s Jim Phillips is outperforming UI’s Mike Thomas right now
You have to appreciate the job Jim Phillips, Northwestern Vice President for Athletics and Recreation is doing right now in Evanston. Certainly so when compared against his counter-part in Champaign, University of Illinois Athletic Director Mike Thomas. The juxtaposition of the two ADs is long overdue, especially in wake of Thomas experiencing a Lane Kiffin or George W. Bush … [Read more...] about NU’s Jim Phillips is outperforming UI’s Mike Thomas right now
Northwestern basketball needs more from JerShon Cobb
In order for Northwestern basketball to reach the NIT, they'll need more from JerShon Cobb. The second option behind Drew Crawford, Cobb is second on the team in scoring, and they're the only two that average double figures for the Wildcats. NU Coach Chris Collins has said on a few occasions that his team does not have the depth of other Big Ten schools, therefore his margin of … [Read more...] about Northwestern basketball needs more from JerShon Cobb
As Drew Crawford goes, so goes Northwestern
Retaining Drew Crawford was priority number one for Chris Collins when he began his new regime at Northwestern. You may have been wondering why Northwestern forward Drew Crawford struggled so much during his senior season. His game was off because he wasn't healthy. Drew Crawford underwent surgery on his right shoulder after being diagnosed with having a torn labrum. He was … [Read more...] about As Drew Crawford goes, so goes Northwestern
Bill Walton on the Bulls, Joakim Noah, Chris Collins and More (Exclusive)
Current ESPN broadcaster Bill Walton took some time out of his busy week to give me a phone exclusive this week. The video of the Q&A is at the end. Walton, the Hall of Famer and one of the players in league history, was joined by his son, former NBA player Luke Walton. Together, they are the third father-son duo to win NBA championships. Bill Walton is such a big icon … [Read more...] about Bill Walton on the Bulls, Joakim Noah, Chris Collins and More (Exclusive)
Tim Beckman takes direct shot at Northwestern on Signing Day
Illinois Fighting Illini football coach Tim Beckman addressed the media regarding Illinois' 2014 recruiting class this afternoon. His National Signing Day press conference took place about 90 minutes after the presser of NSD presser of Northwestern's Pat Fitzgerald. In his opening remarks, Fitz did say "once again we dominated Chicagoland." But he did not take any direct … [Read more...] about Tim Beckman takes direct shot at Northwestern on Signing Day
Northwestern basketball likely headed back to the NIT
Locally, Northwestern basketball is becoming a bit of a local media sensation. The national media haven't embraced it yet like the local media have, but remember they're just .500 (11-11, 5-5 in conference, 4th place in the Big Ten). I personally think some of the fan boy journalists, on the Northwestern focused and Chicago focused websites are over-doing it somewhat. NU … [Read more...] about Northwestern basketball likely headed back to the NIT
NFLPA supports cause of CAPA, Colter, Northwestern players
The NFLPA stands with the college football players seeking to create a collegiate association that would possess the power to collectively bargain. On Tuesday, history was made as CAPA (Collegiate Athletes Players Association) was unveiled to the public, and the NCAA had a quick combative response. Kain Colter and an anonymous majority (as opposed to Richard M. Nixon's … [Read more...] about NFLPA supports cause of CAPA, Colter, Northwestern players
UPDATE: QB Kain Colter leads formation of first college athlete union
Graduating Northwestern QB Kain Colter is starting an unprecedented movement in college athletics. Today will see the formation of the first college sports union in history. Kain Colter has the backing of many of his Northwestern Wildcats players, as well as some heavy hitters in the political and labor rights world. This morning, National College Players Association leader … [Read more...] about UPDATE: QB Kain Colter leads formation of first college athlete union