The Highest Stakes for Low-Visibility Sports
There’s a reason why low visibility sports do backflips when they are selected to be on the Olympic schedule.
What Do We “Owe” to Our Country? Part 1: The Bill of Obligations
We know we have rights as citizens. But what are our obligations?
Being an All-Star Surrounded by All-Stars
Life on the minor league tennis circuit is painful — and the pay stinks. But the tennis is SOOOO good.
Can More Economic Diversity Save Our Colleges?
Admitting more economically-diverse students to American colleges and universities isn’t just the right thing to do; it could help schools solve some scary problems they face.
The Challenge of Loyalty in a Disposable World Part II: Fantasy Football and the Transfer Portal
Our increasing loyalty to players over teams may mean we start treating teams more like corporate products.
The Challenge of Loyalty in a Disposable World Part I: The PGLACC
“Conference realignment” in college athletics is destroying loyalty and hurting student athletes. Gone are the days of conference loyalty.
Surprised by Joy
Great music can soothe the savage (and sore) soul. 25 joy-giving recommendations.
Kicking Grass Part 2: Playing the Game
By facing down my introversion, I found a place at the cool kids tennis table. By chasing my insecurities, I got a little better this week at living in the moment.
A Way Forward for Free Speech on Campus?
A group of scholars and writers from across the country is trying to defuse a tricky debate about free speech on American college campuses.
Kicking Grass Part 1: The Strange Subculture of Age Group Grass Court Tennis
Grass court tennis is a subculture of its own….
The Power of Singles Hitters in a Homerun Culture
You can win a lot more games quietly swinging for singles than you can just going for homers.
Responding to Injustice Part 2: What Kind of an Approach Might Work Today?
In our fractured society is there a way to convince the left behind to work together to reach the mountaintop?