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Matching Colors In Jersey Sponsorship: The Effect Of Team-Colored Sponsor Logo On Jersey Aesthetics And Purchase Intention, Sung Wook Son, Antonio Williams

Journal of Applied Sport Management

In jersey sponsorship, some sponsors today have decided to modify their logo colors to match the team colors. The present research examined the role of team-colored sponsor logo in jersey sponsorship, paying particular attention to its impact on perceived aesthetics of the jersey and fans’ willingness to purchase. Three experiments using both fictitious and actual sponsors across two different sports showed that the team-colored sponsor logo on a jersey was a positive predictor for both perceived aesthetics and purchase intention at all levels of team identification. The findings also revealed the indirect effect of the team-colored sponsor logo on purchase …

Tolle Lege Works Published In 2025, Mcquade Library

Bibliographies

Bibliography of Tolle Lege works published by members of the Merrimack College Community in 2025. Works include journal articles, newspaper articles, books and book chapters or sections, reports, book reviews, conference papers, web articles, and published interviews.

The Benefits Of Service With The Applied Sport Management Association: Make A Contribution!, Chad Seifried

Journal of Applied Sport Management

The Applied Sport Management Association’s Distinguished Service and Mentorship Award was initiated in 2022 as a renaming and repurposing of the ASMA Scholar Lifetime Achievement Award presented from 2009 to 2020. This service and mentorship award recognizes an ASMA member who has exhibited continued, exemplary service to ASMA, who connects sport management research with practitioners in an applied manner, and who demonstrates dedication to students and mentorship within the ASMA. Recipients of this award provide a keynote address to the ASMA membership at the annual conference. The content of this address is published in the Journal of Applied Sport Management, …

“The Only Ones I Could Rely On”: An Exploration Of The International Athlete Experience At Ncaa Division I Institutions, Chris Corr, Nicole Sellars, Christopher Atwater, Charles Macaulay, Karina Jolly, Sarah Stokowski, Marek Taškár

Journal of Applied Sport Management

International athletes constitute a significant demographic within NCAA Division I athletics, offering diverse cultural perspectives and often enhancing team performance. Despite the documented importance of social support structures in facilitating their socio-cultural adaptation, the role of institutional and organizational support remains underexplored. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the experiential satisfaction of international athletes competing in NCAA Division I sports, with a particular focus on their perceptions of institutional and organizational support. Utilizing a qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 33 international athletes across multiple NCAA Division I institutions. The findings reveal varying degrees of dissatisfaction, …

Advancing The Mission: Highlights From The 2025 Asma Conference, Marshall Magnusen

Journal of Applied Sport Management

The Journal of Applied Sport Management (JASM) is the official publication of the Applied Sport Management Association (ASMA), which is a scholarly organization that builds research partnerships between faculty and students. ASMA also facilitates connections between sport management faculty and students studying sport and practitioners working in the sport industry. In 2025, the annual conference was hosted by the University of Cincinnati under the direction of Dr. Matt Huml. Highlights from the annual conference include Dr. Chad Seifried from Louisiana State University receiving the ASMA Distinguished Service and Mentorship Award and Dr. Lawrence Judge of Ball State University becoming an …

2025 March, Morehead State University. Office Of Communications & Marketing.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Press releases for March of 2025.

Something’S Gotta Give: An Analysis Of Team Derogation And Deviant Behavior Surrounding Rivalry Games, Cody T. Havard, Timothy D. Ryan, Michael Hutchinson

Findings in Sport, Hospitality, Entertainment, and Event Management

This case analysis discusses the ever-growing concern over players and participants showing derogation and negative behavior toward competitors before, during, and after rival contests. We discuss examples taken from the 2024 Rivalry Week in college football, along with underlying literature addressing out-group derogation, in-group bias, and the impacts of competition and rivalry on participant and fan behavior. A call for additional research on the phenomenon of increasingly negative behavior is provided.

Unveiling The Pathways: Exploring Influential Factors Shaping The Intentions To Engage With Chatgpt, Nurul Izzah, Anusuyah Subbarao

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting

Artificial intelligence (AI), notably embodied in ChatGPT, has transformed various sectors, including education and content creation. Initially conceptualized in the 1950s, AI’s integration into education has facilitated personalized learning and dynamic evaluations. ChatGPT, an AI language model, exhibits advancements in natural language processing, aiding users in generating custom content. ChatGPT has rapidly gained popularity, reaching over 100 million monthly users. Its educational potential lies in providing tailored learning experiences and streamlining administrative tasks. However, there is a lack of research in the literature on factors influencing the use of ChatGPT among university students in Malaysia for educational purposes. Therefore, the …

Sga 56 Senate 2025-02-28 Minutes, Niu Student Government Association Senate

Student Government Association Archives

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Board Of Trustees Minutes, Feb. 28 2025, Indiana State University Board Of Trustees

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Board Of Trustees Agenda, Feb. 28 2025, Indiana State University Board Of Trustees

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University Philharmonic Orchestra & Chamber Ensembles

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Learn By Doing: A Flipped Classroom Approach To Teaching Exercise Testing And Prescription, Zakkoyya H. Lewis

Educational Practices in Kinesiology

The purpose of this paper is to describe a case-study based flipped classroom approach for teaching exercise testing and prescription. The goal of this approach is to provide students with supervised “real world” experience while also exposing students to diverse populations (e.g. health, age, culture, employment, ability). Students will complete a client interview, conduct a complete fitness assessment included a graded exercise test, and develop an individualized exercise prescription. The flipped classroom is intended to be incorporated into an in-person advanced level course, ideally less than 20 students per section. Completion of an introductory level exercise testing and prescription course …

The Bg News February 19, 2025, Bowling Green State University

BG News (Student Newspaper)

The BGSU campus student newspaper. February 19, 2025. Volume 104-Issue 18.

Validity Of Jump Height Using An Athlete Monitoring Wearable, Drew J. Smith, Kuan Chen, James B. Mann, Jennifer M. Yentes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Wearables for player monitoring have become common in collegiate and professional sports. Teams utilize wearable technology to gather volume and intensity data from practice and games throughout a season. Wearable data can be used as an objective marker to indicate when an athlete has met or exceeded a volume threshold. Inaccurate data could lead to improper modifications in training that could negatively impact player performance during a season. A frequently used metric to monitor athletes is jump height; however, like many other metrics calculated by player monitoring wearables, the validity is unknown. PURPOSE: To test the validity of jump …

Assessment Of Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity And Body Roundness Index Among First Responders, Asma-Maria El-Tayssoun, Jillian Liebert, Steven E. Martin, Drew E. Gonzalez

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

First responders have a heightened cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Estimated pulse wave velocity (ePWV) and body roundness index (BRI) are associated with CVD risk. These parameters may provide a more comprehensive insight into the risk of CVD and premature mortality than conventional parameters (i.e., blood lipids). PURPOSE: This study assessed the relationship between ePWV, BRI, and several conventional CVD risk, fitness, and body composition parameters and compared these variables between sub-first responder groups. METHODS: One hundred and seventy-one (n=171) first responders (98 firefighters [FF] and 73 law enforcement officers[LEO]) completed a battery of clinical testing during …

No Impact Of Cardiorespiratory Fitness On The Stress Responses To Firefighting, Leah Kirkegaard, Kelly Hines, Ryan J. Sowinski, Steven E. Martin, Lisa C. Colvin, Matthew J. Mcallister, Drew E. Gonzalez

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Firefighting can exacerbate cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and has been shown to elevate α-amylase (AA), secretory immunoglobulin-A (SIgA), and cortisol. Data suggest firefighters may not meet cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) standards. It is unclear if CRF levels impact the stress response to firefighting. Given the premature mortality risk, there is a critical need to understand the impact of CRF on firefighting stress responses. PURPOSE: This study assessed the impact of CRF on the stress response to an LFTE. METHODS: Forty-four (n=44) firefighters completed a cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPXT) and an LFTE. V̇O 2max was estimated via the Foster equation. The occupational …

Isometric Belt Squat Knee Position Affects Mediolateral Kinetics, Arianna N. Eyre, Madison Treece, J Bryan Mann, Jennifer M. Yentes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The isometric belt squat has grown in popularity as a lower body strength assessment, given its reduction in spinal loading and limited involvement of the upper extremity compared to other whole-body isometric test variations. Previous research has identified knee angle ranges for the isometric belt squat that are more advantageous for vertical force generation. The relationship of knee angle and anteroposterior and mediolateral forces has not been established for the isometric belt squat. Since ground reaction force is three-dimensional, examination into anteroposterior and mediolateral forces will provide additional information on how force is developed for this movement as well as …

The Role Of The Exerkine Apelin In Age-Related Sarcopenia, Dillon R. Harris, Quinten W. Pigg, Daniela S. Inoue, Mariana Janini Gomes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Apelin is an exercise-induced peptide that declines with age and is positively associated with exercise-induced benefits in older individuals. This molecule may therein have a potential role in combatting sarcopenia—age-related progressive loss of muscle mass and strength—when combined with exercise; however, the molecular mechanisms behind its autocrine function remain unclear. PURPOSE: To investigate how aerobic exercise impacts skeletal muscle apelin signaling, focusing on its potential in counteracting the age-related loss of skeletal muscle. METHODS: 22 Fisher 344 male rats (3- and 21-month-old) were obtained from NIA rodent colonies. Experimental groups were randomly divided: young sedentary (Y, n=5); young …

Ai-Driven Insights From The Nfl Scouting Combine: Principal Component Analysis, K-Means Clustering, And Regression For Predicting Draft Position And Status, Benjamin P. Doyle, Sean Stanelle, Steven E. Riechman, J Bryan Mann

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

The NFL Scouting Combine provides prospective professional American football players the opportunity to demonstrate physical performance abilities and position-specific skills in a series of standardized assessments, though the current understanding of the influence of these tests on draft status and position remains unclear. PURPOSE: This study evaluates the NFL Combine's physical tests for explaining variance in performance within positions and predicting relative draft position (RDP) and draft status (DS). METHODS: Players (n=1234) were categorized into four position groups (PG) using k-means clustering: quarterbacks (QB), skill, linemen, and mid-size. Predictors included results of the six NFL Combine tests, height, weight, power, …

Acute Vs. Chronic Response To Doxorubicin Treatment With Endurance Training In Non-Tumor-Bearing Rats, Quinten W. Pigg, Dillon Harris, Daniela Sayuri Inoue, Bertha F. Polegato, Carol R. Tonon, Mariana Janini Gomes

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Doxorubicin (DOX) is a chemotherapy agent widely used to treat many types of cancer; however, DOX use is limited due to its adverse effects. While cardiotoxicity is the most well-recognized issue, skeletal muscle wasting and weakness is another significant adverse effect that can decrease quality of life, manifested clinically through weakness and exercise intolerance. PURPOSE: We aimed to investigate the effects of DOX treatment on exercise intolerance and muscle function in preclinical models of both acute and chronic effects of chemotherapy using non-tumor-bearing rats. We also investigated the preventive and therapeutic effects of endurance training in these models. METHODS: …

Position-Specific Insights Into Weekly Training Load Variability In Soccer Athletes, Tyler B. Mccollum, Alexandra Brojanac, Erica Hollis, Jan-Joseph S. Rolloque, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Monitoring training load (TL) is vital for optimizing athletic performance and reducing risk of injury by identifying changes in a player's condition and workload. However, there is limited literature comparing player positions and analyzing weekly workloads in relation to internal and external load metrics. PURPOSE: (1) Compare accumulated load and training monotony in external and internal load metrics between the first (1H) and second halves (2H) of the season; (2) analyze variations in these indicators by playing positions. METHODS: 38 semi-professional players (age: 23±2.05 years; height: 186.61±44.88 cm; weight: 77.23±10.29 kg) playing in 5 positions (central defender (CD=5), …

Effects Of Acute Lower Body Resistance Exercise On Body Composition Parameters Assessed By Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Jayden Widener, Elizabeth Hardy, Madison Merritt, Nicholas Murphy, James Scobercea, Jack Wright, Nikolas Keratsopoulos, Christine M. Florez, Kindyle L. Brennan, Grant M. Tinsley, Jaci Kelly, Mandy E. Parra, Lemuel W. Taylor Iv

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) has the capability to estimate skeletal muscle mass (SMM), total body water, and body fat mass (FM) for assessment of body composition. Various factors are thought to influence the accuracy of BIA estimated body composition. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate acute changes in BIA SMM and FM results after a prescribed lower body exercise compared to a non-exercise treatment. METHODS: Participants (n = 14; 22.71 ± 1.63 years; 169.42 ± 13.23 cm; 80.79 ± 17.71 kg) completed each trial in a randomly assigned crossover experimental design: resting conditions (REST) and …

8-Weeks Of Moderate-Intensity Aerobic Exercise Fails To Improve Vo2max In Young Adults Born Preterm, Paige M. Childress, Heather L. Vellers, Joaquin Gonzales, Danielle Levitt, Danielle Moran, Addie M. Anderton, Abigail C. Ullmann

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Individuals born preterm have significantly impaired adaptability in maximal aerobic capacity (VO₂ max) with exercise training. We have hypothesized that this impaired response is linked to immature mitochondrial development and maladaptation resulting from early birth. PURPOSE: This project is multifaceted with the overarching aim to measure mitochondrial respiration in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and assess for potential mitochondrial genome variants and heteroplasmy that may explain poor adaptability in VO₂ max with training. The purpose of this report is to confirm poor adaptability in VO₂ max in preterm adults. METHODS: This is an ongoing project. Young …

Examining The Relationship Between Competition Stress And Performance In Collegiate Rodeo Bronc Riders Through Salivary Cortisol And Heart Rate, Tyler K. Handley, Jennifer L. Zoller, Chelsie J. Huseman, Lisa Colvin, William Storer, Amanda Baxter

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Competition stress significantly impacts the performance of athletes across various sports. Despite its unique demands, stress in rodeo athletes remains underexplored, largely due to the sport's nomadic and individualistic nature and its prior lack of mainstream attention. While comparisons can be drawn between the intermittent structure of rodeo and mainstream sports like baseball or football, the recent surge in rodeo's popularity has increased interest in optimizing athlete performance. PUROSE: The aim of this study was to identify and compare salivary cortisol concentration (SCC) and physical workloads experienced by riders and horses in practice and competition settings. Additionally, the study aims …

Validity Of A Hydration Assessment Device For Determination Of Hydration Status, Ciriany Arrazola, Marcos Keefe, Ryan Dunn, Kelly B. Elliott, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Euhydration, defined as the state of optimal total body water content, is essential for maintaining proper physiological function across multiple systems and organs. However, there is currently a lack of assessment that can provide a rapid, non-invasive and cost-effective diagnosis of hydration status. PURPOSE: To evaluate the validity of the commercial accessible hydration sensor in determining hydration status compared to urine and blood indices. METHODS: Twenty-eight participants (age: 23 ± 3 yr; body mass: 73.38 ± 17.03 kg; height: 169.90 ± 9.07 cm) completed this study. Twenty participants performed the first experimental design, whereas eight participants performed the second …

Effect Of Hydration Status On Neuromuscular Performance Before And After Intermittent Exercise In The Heat, Kelly B. Elliott, Ty B. Palmer, Adam S. Lepley, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Maintaining optimal fluid balance is essential for athletic performance and recovery, especially during exercise in the heat. However, the effect of dehydration on neuromuscular performance with intermittent exercise remains unknown. PURPOSE: To examine the effect of hydration status on neuromuscular performance before and after intermittent exercise in the heat. METHODS: Eight male soccer players (age, 21±2years; body mass, 75.5±9.1kg; maximal oxygen consumption [VO_2max], 65.4±11.8mL·kg^-1·min^-1) completed a VO_2max test to qualify for the study. Following this, they performed a familiarization trial, which included ultrasound (cross-sectional area [CSA], depth), single-leg hop (SLH), and …

Comparison Of Ncaa D1 Women’S Basketball Game Day And Previous Practice Training Loads, Kyle Jean, Karissa A. Mesquita, David Clark, Yasuki Sekiguchi

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Game day training loads in NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball players differ significantly from practice loads, emphasizing the intense physical demands of competition. Analyzing these variations is crucial for optimizing training strategies, balancing workload, and enhancing recovery. PURPOSE: Examining the game day and the previous week training load before each game in NCAA D1 Women’s Basketball players. METHODS: Eleven females (Age: 22±2years, Height: 183.41±8.92cm, Weight: 84.62±18.78kg) NCAA D1 Women’s Basketball players donned accelerometer units for games and practices from October 2023 through March 2024. Variables collected by the units include Total Distance, Duration, Accumulated Acceleration Load, High Speed …

Comparison Of 3-Dimensional Scanning And Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry For Body Composition Estimation In Muscular, Resistance-Trained Adults, Sieneh P. Francis, Christian Rodriguez, Christine Florez, Ethan Tinoco, Joao Paulo Cardoso, Jaylynn Rasco, Julia Whitson, Grant Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

Accurate body composition analysis is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of health and performance. While dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is a widely accepted laboratory method, 3D scanners offer a convenient alternative. However, the validity of these technologies in resistance-trained adults remains uncertain. PURPOSE: This study compared the accuracy of professional and smartphone-based 3D scanning technology with DXA for estimating fat-free mass (FFM) and body fat percentage (BF%) in muscular, resistance-trained individuals. METHODS: Resistance-trained participants who met prespecified criteria for BF% and fat-free mass index (FFMI) were evaluated using DXA (GE iDXA), a professional 3D scanner (Size Stream …

Validity Of A Portable Metabolic Analyzer For Estimating Resting Metabolic Rate In Muscular Resistance-Trained Adults, Christian Rodriguez, Christine M. Florez, Ethan Tinoco, Joao P. Cardoso, Jaylynn Rasco, Julia Whitson, Sieneh Francis, Grant M. Tinsley

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

An individual’s resting metabolic rate (RMR) is commonly the largest contributor to total daily energy expenditure. The accepted reference method for in vivo measurement of RMR is indirect calorimetry (IC). However, the accessibility of traditional IC analyzers is limited to select settings; therefore, portable indirect calorimeters are also applied to estimate RMR. Limited data are available to inform the validity of the VO2 Master for estimating RMR in muscular resistance-trained adults. PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the validity of the VO2 Master portable metabolic analyzer for estimating RMR in muscular resistance-trained adults. METHODS: A sample of …