Peter Roby retweeted
Urging Congress to rein in "destructive" #collegesports spending, The Atlantic’s @SallyJenki quotes our CEO Amy Perko & member @KevinaBlue, & draws on Knight–Newhouse financial data & insights from our national DI leaders survey w/Elon University Poll.
bit.ly/4ieWDlq
Peter Roby retweeted
Congrats to Knight Commission member Christine Copper, one of 20 honored for significant contributions with 2025 @NFFNetwork Faculty Salutes Presented by Fidelity Investments®, and $5,000 donation to support @NavalAcademy’s academic support services for student-athletes.
Peter Roby retweeted
.@FOS article references Knight-Newhouse data & our CEO Amy Privette Perko comments on “continued growth of excessive compensation & severance for football coaches at non-profit universities.”
Full article here: bit.ly/coachingbuyoutstosurp…
#collegefootball #FBSFootball #CFP
Peter Roby retweeted
Congrats to new C.A.R.E. Champions @AmericaEast & @TheSummitLeague for prioritizing college athletes’ education, opportunity, & well-being in financial incentives & athletics spending!
Each receives $25,000 to implement C.A.R.E. Model principles.
Read: kng.ht/3WqmXiF
ALT promotional graphic to commend America East and The Summit League on achieving Knight Commission CARE Champion status
Peter Roby retweeted
Check out our newsletter recapping national leaders expressing views on federal legislation for college sports: conta.cc/3WjIMjL
Peter Roby retweeted
Read findings for Survey Results of Division I Leaders - college sports at a crossroads.
Results, full report & executive summary here:
elon.edu/u/elon-poll/knight-…
#collegesports #collegeathletes #genderequity #highered #Olympicsports #NCAA #CFP
Peter Roby retweeted
Mark your calendar: Thu., Oct 9 for public meeting featuring Senator Cantwell, Cody Campbell & Brandon Copeland, & release of #DI leaders survey results on key issues in #collegesports.
Register: bit.ly/Oct9publicmeeting
#genderequity #highered #Olympicsports #SAFEAct #NCAA #CFP
Peter Roby retweeted
This year, our #PowerOfSport Gala becomes Homecoming: Celebrating 40 Years of the Power of Sport. Join us on 10/14 in Boston for a reception, Hall of Fame induction of Dr. @RichardLapchick, and a celebration of our past & future. Tickets/sponsorships: secure.qgiv.com/for/2025powe….
Peter Roby retweeted
Our team had the privilege of huddling with executive leaders at @OrlandoCitySC, diving into Emotional Intelligence and how leaders can apply it every day to strengthen their teams, navigate challenges, and lead with both clarity & compassion. Thanks for leaning in with us!
Peter Roby retweeted
Results from a national public opinion poll with overwhelming support for maintaining the connection between college sports & academic mission.
Full poll results here: knightcommission.org/publico…
#collegesports #HigherEd
Peter Roby retweeted
Americans split on pivotal issues reshaping college sports
Divided:
Athlete compensation & employment, and governance
Unified:
In support of academic standards & importance of athletics opportunities in all sports
National Public Poll Results: bit.ly/collegesportspoll
Peter Roby retweeted
Just released: A new national poll on the future of college sports, conducted in partnership with @KnightAthletics. Fascinating findings at: elon.edu/u/elon-poll/homepag…
Peter Roby retweeted
Our Huddle Up facilitators recently led training on the power of language and preventing harassment with @GoPSUsports. Creating a culture of respect and dignity starts with education, and we’re honored to be part of that journey.
Peter Roby retweeted
On the other end of the House settlement, of college sports history, many athletes have been left behind.
Like, for example, Nick and Noah Wanzer, twins who were both college divers until they weren't anymore.
washingtonpost.com/sports/20…
Peter Roby retweeted
The @MarquetteMBB All-Time Legend ! And there was nothing like Coaching in the same (old) Gym Coach Al McGuire worked in.
Absolutely the Legend !
Peter Roby retweeted
Register for our #NACDA25 session Tues., June 10 at 2 pm ET, “Protecting Collegiate Olympic Sports – An Interactive Session on What Comes Next.”
Click link to attend virtually or in-person in Orlando: knightcommission.org/2025/06…
#Olympicsports #collegeathletes #HigherEd
Peter Roby retweeted
Join our interactive session at #NACDA25 on Tue., June 10 at 2 pm ET, “Protecting Collegiate Olympic Sports.”
Click to register for virtual or in-person attendance: knightcommission.org/2025/06…
#Olympicsports #collegeathletes #HigherEd #NCAA
