Rise and shine! Eric and Aisha connect early to record an all-new episode because they're dedicated and won't miss a week in your podcast feeds.
Topics in this episode include:
– Aisha had a wild weekend celebrating a friend's daughter's one-year birthday.
– Bear encounters can be both scary and humorous.
– Hydration is crucial after a night of partying.
– Music news includes Bad Bunny performing at the Super Bowl.
– Coaching misconduct can have serious implications for athletes.
– Laura Muir's bravery in speaking out against her coach is commendable.
– International recruitment in the NCAA raises ethical concerns.
– The professionalization of college sports is changing the landscape.
– Athletes deserve safe environments to train and compete.
– The future of college sports may need new regulations. Recruiting in athletics is a complex and challenging process.
– The culture of a team can influence recruitment and athlete development.
– There is a growing debate on whether college athletes should be paid.
– Athlos is coming up
– The Chicago Marathon is shaping up to be a significant event this year with Conner Mantz and a potential WR attempt
– Athletes are increasingly being drawn to competitions with transparent prize money.
– The Enhanced Games are raising questions about athlete compensation and sponsorship models.
– Public contracts for athletes could change the landscape of sports sponsorship.
– The future of athletics may depend on how well organizations adapt to new compensation models.
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