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Jason Scott
Jason Scott ([email protected]) joined the Athletic Business team as the Online Managing Editor in 2015. Before joining AB, Jason worked as the social media manager for a small business, and before that he was a radio producer working with local talk shows and live sports broadcasts. When he's not at work, Jason enjoys reading, podcasts, sports, sophomoric TV cartoons, and long walks on the beach. He is a graduate of the University of Missouri's School of Journalism.
Programming
New Projects: Klekamp Family Training Center | OSU Gymnastics Practice Facility
Xavier University recently held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Klekamp Family Training Center. The $10 million facility will be attached to the existing Cintas Center, and feature a second practice gym for the school's basketball and volleyball programs, enhancing scheduling flexibility. The project will also feature additional spaces for conditioning. Xavier plans to complete the project by summer of 2022.
June 9, 2021
[Rendering courtesy of MSA Sport and Xavier University]
Marketing
Fan Backlash Halts MLS Team Name Change
The reigning Major League Soccer champions won’t be changing their name after all, after reaching an agreement with supporters that reverses part of a recent rebrand.
May 18, 2021
Programming
Ex-Northwestern AD Regrets Handling of Allegations
Prior to resigning his position as athletic director at Northwestern University, Mike Polisky told student-athletes that he wished he had been more sympathetic to claims of sexual harassment brought to him by cheerleaders.
May 17, 2021
Programming
Facility Friday: Texas Tech's Womble Center, UAB Basketball and More
Texas Tech University held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Dustin R. Womble Center. The $32.2 million facility will serve both the men’s and women’s basketball teams, offering full-sized practice courts, a 6,500-square-foot stren
May 14, 2021
Programming
Canceled NCAA Women's Golf Regional Sparks Outcry
After days of waiting and without a single shot being taken, the NCAA made the controversial decision to cancel its women’s golf regional in Baton Rouge, La., on Wednesday, sparking frustration and outrage among teams and golfers that didn’t get a chance
May 13, 2021
Fitness
New Projects: Sacred Heart Hockey Arena | San Francisco Waldorf High School
Sacred Heart University broke ground in March on its $70 million ice hockey arena. The 122,158-square-foot facility — a collaboration among JLG Architects, SLAM Collaborative, Dimensional Innovations and Consigli Construction — will feature amenities such
May 13, 2021
[Rendering courtesy of JLG Architects and SLAM Collaborative]
Programming
Northwestern Coaches Rally Around Embattled AD
Mike Polisky has faced harsh criticism since he was tapped to lead the athletic department at Northwestern University, stemming from his handling of allegations made by members of the school’s cheerleading team. Polisky’s hiring has prompted backlash from
May 12, 2021
Programming
Former Players Allege Syracuse Softball Coach Abusive
Several former Syracuse softball players and one current player have alleged that head coach Shannon Doepking is responsible for a toxic environment on the team that allows verbal abuse, hazing and mistreatment.
May 11, 2021
Programming
Softball Team Protests D-III Move with Altered Uniforms
Last week, the University of Hartford made official its decision to step down from Division I competition to Division III. The decision, however, is being met with backlash from student-athletes and coaches alike.
May 10, 2021
Stadium & Arena
Facility Friday: UConn Hockey Arena, TQL Stadium and More
The University of Connecticut recently received approval to build a new on-campus hockey arena. The planned 2,600-seat arena will host the men’s and women’s hockey teams and include such amenities as team lounges, a dry locker area and locker rooms with v
May 7, 2021
[Photo courtesy PREMIER Design + Build Group]
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