Former Phanatic, Who Helped Create Gritty, Opens Mascot Hall Of Fame
The first Mascot Hall of Fame opened recently in Whiting, Indiana. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Dave Raymond, the founder and a former mascot himself.
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Ruling On Pay Cap Could Bring 'Watershed Moment' For College Sports
A federal judge is expected to rule soon on a case that could upend the notion of amateurism in college sports.
ESPN's Howard Bryant Previews Saturday's College Football Semifinals
NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the college football playoffs that begin Saturday.
Cuba's Mobile Internet Access Is A Big Step, But It's Not Without Flaws
The Cuban government recently extended Internet to mobile devices, a big step for Cubans living on the island under the repressive communist regime.
Nassar Survivor On How USA Gymnastics Handled Abuse Crisis
It's been a turbulent year for USA Gymnastics. Noel King talks to former gymnast Trinea Gonczar, about how the organization has dealt with the Larry Nassar abuse scandal, CEO issues and bankruptcy.
Cleveland Browns Are On The Verge Of A Winning Record
For fans of the NFL team, there've been some rough years. But finally, this weekend, the Browns go for their first winning record in 11 years.
Adults Come Under Scrutiny After HS Wrestler Told To Cut His Dreadlocks Or Forfeit
In a video that has been viewed millions of times, the young black man has his hair cut by a team trainer so he can compete. The referee, who is white, has been accused of racist conduct before.
Pitcher Brady Singer Gives His Parents A Memorable Christmas Gift
Brady Singer recently joined the Kansas City Royals and received a $4.25 million signing bonus. He wrote his parents a holiday letter and told them he would be paying off all their debts.
New York Jets QB Sam Darnold Poses As A Mall Santa Claus
Last week in New Jersey, quarterback Sam Darnold went undercover as a mall Santa. Kids asked for toys and pets. One young fan asked for a Saquon Barkley jersey. Barkley plays for the New York Giants.
N.J. High School Wrestler Told To Cut His Dreadlocks Or Forfeit Match
Noel King talks to Washington Post sports columnist Kevin Blackistone, who shares his take about what happened when a referee gave a high school wrestler in New Jersey an ultimatum.