Menu

How Mike Slive helped change college football


Mike Slive never really looked the part of the most powerful person in college athletics. Slive, who died Wednesday at 77 after a lengthy illness, was the Southeastern Conference commissioner who led the league to unprecedented success both on and off the field and managed its growth from a regional conference to national giant during his 13-year tenure. (ESPN.com)

Related:

Jontay Porter’s lifetime NBA ban highlights the risks of sports gambling
The NBA has banned Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter for life after an internal investigation found that he placed bets on basketball and gave information...

Duke forward TJ Power to enter transfer portal
Duke forward TJ Power is entering the transfer portal after just one season in Durham. The 6-foot-9 freshman from Shrewsbury, Mass. saw a limited role...

Michigan admits football recruiting violations, agrees to probation in NCAA probe
Michigan has admitted to pandemic-era recruiting violations involving its football program as part of a negotiated resolution with the NCAA that includes placing the team...

NCAA approves new transfer rule allowing immediate eligibility
A new NCAA transfer rule will allow all undergraduate athletes to transfer and play immediately if they meet specific academic requirements, as the Division I...


© 2005-2024 Tar Heel Times | Contact | Privacy Policy | Site Map | RSS | Did UNC Win?

Tar Heel Times is an unofficial resource for UNC fans and is not affiliated with the University of North Carolina.