NCPI Workmark
Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

Search Results


18 results for "College sports"
Currently viewing results 1 - 15
PAGE OF 2
Next
Record #:
36106
Author(s):
Abstract:
Away games yielded aspects that made these experiences unique from ones played on home turf, Participants on the court and off noted the unique effects on student-athletes academically and kinesthetically.
Record #:
36107
Author(s):
Abstract:
The Jazz Age was also known for the popularity of sports on college campuses. ECTTS was no exception, with popularity so great that two leagues were created, the Athenians and Olympians. Though the 1970s became known as ECU’s Golden Age of Sports, another golden age can be perceived in the League’s two decades' dominance in campus sports.
Record #:
36093
Author(s):
Abstract:
He was credited for ushering in the Golden Age of ECU sports. His value could be measured, materially and immaterially, in the donation of his historically significant effects. Included in his daughters’ donation were letters, memorabilia, football books, correspondence, and medals.
Record #:
36094
Author(s):
Abstract:
College coaches were promoting mental calisthenics. Illustrating how it could work on the field and off were tips to improve mental agility. Included were awareness of mental pulse; avoidance of mental blindness; adoption of traits such as loyalty, hard work, and selflessness.
Record #:
36095
Author(s):
Abstract:
A note of thanks could be expressed because of more than monetary donations. There was the establishment of Minges Coliseum and Scales Field House, which hosted the golden age of ECU sports. Particularly credited for heralding in this age was Coach Clarence “Stas” Stasvich, who led three consecutive 9-1 seasons and bowl games.
Record #:
9533
Author(s):
Abstract:
Although the football game is just for regional bragging rights and although the series between East Carolina University and North Carolina State University is barely twenty-five years old, for thousands of fans on both sides, this game is a family squabble.
Full Text:
Record #:
7096
Author(s):
Abstract:
In the Atlantic Coast Conference, intercollegiate sports teams bring nationwide attention to the member universities and revenues to fund programs. Roush discusses a secondary source of revenues from sports-–royalties from items sold with college logos. Revenues from this source vary from year to year, fluctuating with the successes or failures of the conference teams.
Source:
Full Text:
Record #:
7206
Author(s):
Abstract:
At colleges and universities, only football and men's basketball are considered revenue-producing sports. Nonrevenue sports, such as baseball, softball, track and field, soccer, lacrosse, and wrestling, usually generate very little money for athletic department coffers. Roush discusses approaches schools in North Carolina and elsewhere are taking to increase revenues from these sports.
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
5942
Author(s):
Abstract:
Jacobs discusses the plans of the Atlantic Coast Conference to expand from a nine-member to an eleven-member conference and what it might mean in the future.
Source:
Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 20 Issue 29, July 2003, p19-23 Periodical Website
Full Text:
Record #:
2219
Author(s):
Abstract:
Three former Triangle basketball players, Kenny Blakeney (Duke), Ranzino Smith (UNC), and Kenny Dennard (Duke), discuss the pressures that attend scholarship athletes in big-time college sports
Source:
Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 13 Issue 12, Mar 1995, p12-14, il Periodical Website
Record #:
2476
Author(s):
Abstract:
Located in Charlotte, Raycom, Creative Sports Marketing, and Jefferson-Pilot Sports are top syndicators of collegiate sports, producing and selling around 800 football and basketball broadcasts to local stations nationwide.
Record #:
2526
Abstract:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Gardner-Webb College, Winston-Salem State University, East Carolina University, and Appalachian State University provide, in addition to the football game, a unique environment to enjoy it in.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 63 Issue 5, Oct 1995, p20-23, il
Full Text:
Record #:
1083
Author(s):
Abstract:
Crowther's editorial inveighs against the hypocrisy and double standards that he perceives in college athletics. Duke's Coach Mike Krzyzewski and N.C. State's Jim Valvano are used to illustrate Crowther's points, and to indict Coach K for questionable dealings with Nike.
Source:
Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 19, May 1993, p5-7, il, por Periodical Website
Record #:
1288
Author(s):
Abstract:
This week's groundbreaking for N.C. State's new basketball arena, the Entertainment and Sports Arena, is only the latest example of the power wielded by Atlantic Coast Conference men's basketball within the Triangle and the state.
Source:
Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 45, Nov 1993, p13, por Periodical Website
Record #:
214
Author(s):
Abstract:
Professional and collegiate sports are the current hot business enterprises in North Carolina because they are perceived as virtual cash cows with infinite profit potential.
Source:
North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 50 Issue 5, May 1992, p16-21, il