Tip of the Week

It has been revealed that the University of North Carolina gave grades to over a thousand athletes over a twenty year period for courses they did not attend or do any significant work in. This is a great embarrassment to a University that has prided itself on its academics. What does the Code say about…

There are few, if any, football fans who are not familiar with JJ Watt – the greatest defensive player in football today who plays for the Houston Texans. We just learned about a YouTube entry, taped by a parent at a local practice (which explains the quality). It’s worth listening to because in only two…

With all the bad news associated with football recently, we would do well to remember the many positive influences it has had on countless players and coaches through the years. The College Football Hall of Fame just opened in Atlanta, and while it celebrates the athletic achievements of many, it would not be possible to…

Ray Rice and Jameis Winston have brought to the forefront a number of issues. The crisis facing American sports is not one of talent, but of character. (And this is true in more than sports.) The fundamental truths of right and wrong, or good and bad, are being re-written by many of the players, coaches,…

Many universities face increasing stories and cases of rape and violence against women; the NFL is being exposed for its apparent nonchalance toward domestic violence in more than one form.  Part of the NFL solution is to bring in some experts “to help lead and shape the NFL’s policies and programs relating to domestic violence…

Devon Still hasn’t been able to pay much attention to football since his four year old daughter, Leah, was diagnosed with stage four cancer. He did nothing in the off season to prepare for this season, and his mind was not on football, so the Bengals cut Still from the team. Surprisingly, they signed him…

Everyone has loved and been amazed by the success of the ALS ice water bucket challenge. And what a great thing it is: people having fun and doing a lot of good at the same time! The Code says, “I will give of my time, skills and money as I am able for the betterment…

What’s different about the Little League World Series? So many people become hooked on it every year, but why is that? Discuss that with your team, and see what answers they come up with. We think that one reason is because the players are kids, and it’s all about fun. Yes, there is competition and…

Everyone has been shocked to learn that Robin Williams took his own life. Most of us did not know that he suffered from depression, a serious illness. Many of his friends are probably thinking that they should have “done something.” What does the Code have to say about this? The Code says, “I will be…

The NCAA is constantly discussing ways of paying or not paying its athletes. It will apparently vote to allow the five wealthiest conferences “autonomy” in determining their rules. The reason for this is that the NCAA has lost sight of the purpose of college: to get an education. It began sliding down this slippery slope…