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U.S. College Sports Undergo Billion-Dollar Transformation

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U.S. College Sports Undergo Billion-Dollar Transformation

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A Wyoming sportswriter reflects on decades covering local athletics, describing both the fatigue of the job and the moments that still rekindle his enthusiasm. A Vermont Public sports show invites listeners to weigh in on possible state sports, the NBA Cup and whether MLB should keep a team in Tampa. A business-focused discussion examines how athlete compensation, revenue sharing and private investment are reshaping U.S. college sports. App State linebacker Colton Phares and kicker James London received Sun Belt weekly honors after the Mountaineers’ overtime win over previously unbeaten James Madison. California still prohibits sports betting, prompting residents to use daily fantasy contests at home and legal sportsbook apps when traveling to states where wagering is allowed.

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