The Price of Being Black and Proud in European Soccer The Price of Being Black and Proud in European Soccer
The Brazilian star Vinicius Jr. has repeatedly been a victim of racist abuse from soccer fans. Now, it seems such vitriol can even come from players without much consequence.
Feb 25, 2026 / StudentNation / Takashi Williams
“Shut Up and Serve”: The Professional Tennis Players Fighting a Rigged System “Shut Up and Serve”: The Professional Tennis Players Fighting a Rigged System
An antitrust lawsuit calls the professional tennis governing bodies “cartels” that exploit players and create an intentional lack of competitive alternatives. Can players hit back...
Feb 10, 2026 / StudentNation / Takashi Williams
Is the Sports Draft Obsolete? Is the Sports Draft Obsolete?
With the players association’s new collective bargaining agreement, the National Women’s Soccer League became the first major league in American sports to abolish the college draf...
Mar 31, 2025 / StudentNation / Takashi Williams
Should the Ivy League Pay Its Student Athletes? Should the Ivy League Pay Its Student Athletes?
With the rise in Name, Image, and Likeness compensation for NCAA student athletes, a 70-year-old Ivy League policy may be holding the league back more than ever.
Jan 17, 2025 / StudentNation / Takashi Williams
