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Professional golf is another sport where there are large discrepancies in pay between men and women, who are playing the exact same game. Golf is interesting because at the amateur level, men and women are treated equally (Saffer). At the USGA championships for amateurs there is no prize money since they are regarded as amateurs, but both genders receive a “trophy and the honor of representing the United States as its national champion for the year” (Saffer). The differences in prizes begin at

How does ESPN and other media outlets influence professional sports? ESPN has made a tremendous impact on sports which started as an idea of a network that allowed fans to follow their sports teams nationwide. Other sports networks have had a less impact but have managed to help change the ways of sports media. Some results of the media has been blurred at times that can draw a line between other forms of sports journalist. The Market of sports isn’t that made to a feeling that a crisis is gonna

Elie Wiesel was a memorable survivor of the unforgettable survivor of the unforgettable Holocaust. His accomplishments and his wise words were inspiring. He went through so much and he moves on from it and worries about us first. Our generation is put ahead of his tragic horror so we don't go through what he went though. It's sad to see someone like him pass away, so influential and inspiring. He didn't have anything but heart and compassion. That's what we're here for, compassion was needed

The Benefit of Rewarding College Athletes A typical college Coach makes a seven figure salary, and what do the college athletes get (LoTemplio)? College athletes are unpaid because of a rule called amateurism. According to Merriam Webster Dictionary, amateurism is when somebody does an activity or hobby without being paid, such as a college athlete. Many college athletes struggle financially during their years attending college. Some believe that if they would have had a much easier time if they

The NFL season is underway and there are already plenty of stories around the NFL to talk about- which I will cover some of in this article. Odell missed game one, are the Giants in trouble without him? Boy do those Bengals look awful, you would think with that offense they should be putting up more points. Lets not forget about the young QB'S Dak, Goff, Kizer, Watson, and Wentz-how many of these guys are for real? But, before I get to some of those stories, I have to get to my hot take first. This

fulfilling their life is, or athletic greatness. In terms of Mickey Mantle and Michael Jordan, their successes were, ultimately similar. Athletically gifted, both men reached the highest level of play and achieved Hall of Fame status. Every so often SportsCenter and ESPN will run specials, and magazines will publish articles celebrating their careers. Although both men are in the category of elite, athletically gifted professionals, their strategies for play ranged from constructive to destructive. Distributive

All women athletes worked extremely hard to get where they are now, but with gender inequality in sports their hard work will go to waste. Gender inequality is unlawful because of Title IX, a law that was passed in 1972, that banned gender discrimination in sports (Buzuvis and Newhall). Even though it is against the law, many colleges and sports associations still give unfair benefits to men’s sports, such as more opportunities, better fields, higher salaries, etc, and are not getting punished for

I hear these complaints all the time. “Why should I watch the NBA regular season?” “Why should I waste six months of my life watching meaningless basketball when I can just tune in when the playoffs start in April?” “We all know who’s going to make the playoffs and who’s going to make it to the Finals this season, so who cares what happens from October to March?” Yes, the NBA is quite long, and it’s pretty predictable when it comes to standings and lottery picks. Plus, many star players take

The 1919 Black Sox Scandal In 1919, eight of the Chicago White Sox allegedly threw the World Series. Charles Comiskey was the ruthless owner of the White Sox and was the main motive of the sox to throw the series. Chick Gandil was the first player to get involved and then he spread it to the other players on the team. The act by these players would be called the Black Sox Scandal. The Scandal nearly ruined America's pastime. The baseball commissioner, Judge Landis, banned all eight of the players

After high school you are told to be responsible, go to college, and live a full life. One of the most influential decisions you will ever make is your choice in higher education at the collegiate level. Boise State University, being one of the most popular universities in Idaho, is an amazing school with great culture, athletics, and academics. Located in Boise Idaho everywhere you go there is orange and blue. Pride of the beloved school overwhelms the city and surrounding areas. On the other hand