David Chen is an expert in sports history and the evolution of athletic programs. He provides a rich historical context to current events, highlighting legacies and transformations within the sporting world.
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A debate over separating public and private schools is intensifying in Alabama high school athletics, with a recent survey of coaches revealing a deep divide.
The North Shore Mustangs advance to the state championship after a dominant 28-6 defensive performance against the previously unbeaten Lake Travis Cavaliers.
The University of Utah's board of trustees has approved a pioneering partnership with private equity firm Otro Capital, potentially valued at over $500 million.
Michigan State University received a record $401 million donation from Greg and Dawn Williams, with $290 million for athletics and $100 million for NIL funding.
Grand Rapids West Catholic and Detroit Catholic Central claimed MHSAA football state titles at Ford Field, capping off seasons defined by redemption and dominance.
LSU is reportedly finalizing a massive seven-year, $13 million-plus annual contract to hire Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin, with an announcement expected soon.
The AHSAA Super 7 football championships are set to electrify Birmingham, featuring defending champions and Anniston's first title bid in over 30 years.
ESPN's SEC Nation is set to broadcast live from the University of Tennessee's Ayres Hall this Saturday ahead of the Volunteers' game against Vanderbilt.
Four Alabama high school football teams face over 1,400 miles of travel and $75,000 in costs for the first playoff round, highlighting major financial and logistical hurdles.
NBA coach and University of Arizona alumnus Steve Kerr, along with his wife Margot, is committing $1 million to fund study-abroad scholarships for humanities students.
From a 513-yard passing game to a 480-yard rushing performance, Central Texas athletes delivered incredible stats. Cast your vote for the Player of the Week.
The field is set for the 2025 Wyoming High School Volleyball State Championship, where 32 teams will compete from November 6-8 at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper.
Philomath High School's football team has been removed from the Class 4A state playoffs after a student-athlete exceeded weekly participation limits, violating OSAA rules.
Kamari Ronfeldt's comeback victory and Northville's historic fourth-straight title highlighted the MHSAA Division 1 finals, while a family surprise fueled Bobby Jazwinski's win in Division 2.
Fifteen local Ohio high school football teams advance to Round Two of the OHSAA playoffs, including nine teams with first-round byes and six who won Week 11 matchups.
LSU's athletic department is in turmoil after firing football coach Brian Kelly and athletic director Scott Woodward in the same week, facing a $54M buyout.
School districts are re-evaluating their 'gifted and talented' programs, questioning the fairness of testing four-year-olds and confronting issues of bias.
The official brackets for the 2025 Wyoming High School Football Playoffs are set, with first-round games scheduled for October 31 across five classes.
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has banned the Ironton High School football team from the 2025 playoffs due to multiple recruiting violations.
The Iowa High School Athletic Association has announced the official matchups for the round of 16 football playoffs, setting the stage for intense games this Friday.
