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It’S Time To Stop Punting: Preserving The Integrity Of College Sports One Nil Deal At A Time, Talon D. Tarone

University of San Francisco Law Review

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Exploring The Experiences Of Collegiate Black Female Student-Athletes From A Phenomenological Perspective, Deja L. Jackson

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Collegiate Black female student-athletes at predominantly White institutions (PWIs) face a unique experience as they navigate the complex intersections of race, gender, and sports while striving for academic and athletic success. Their encounters with racism, discrimination, and marginalization remain largely underexplored. This research provides findings from a transcendental phenomenological study that examined the lived experiences of these athletes. The goal was to understand how racism, discrimination, and marginalization impact these student-athletes both individually and in context sport. Grounded in social constructivism and informed by Black Feminist Thought and Intersectionality Theory, the study involved semi-structured interviews with eight current and former …

Alena Ivanov And Nathan Cremin Take Gwu Athlete Of The Week Awards For Dec. 9, Office Of University Communications

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After a strong first weekend of indoor season, senior Alena Ivanov and sophomore Nathan Cremin from the Gardner-Webb University track and field team have taken home GWU Athlete of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Athletes Of The Week For Nov. 25 And Dec. 2 Recognized For Accomplishments On The Court And In The Pool, Office Of University Communications

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After a weekend of noteworthy performances, junior Justin Bender of the Gardner-Webb University swimming team and freshman Maja Rohkohl of the Gardner-Webb women’s basketball team were named GWU Athletes of The Week for Nov. 25.

Gardner-Webb Signs Men’S Soccer Head Coach Scott Wells To Multi-Year Contract Extension, Office Of University Communications

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Coming off one of the most successful men’s soccer seasons in school history, Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William Downs is pleased to announce a multi-year contract extension for head coach Scott Wells.

Cbs Analyst Gene Steratore Is Featured Speaker For Gardner-Webb Baseball’S First Pitch Celebration On Feb. 1, Office Of University Commuications

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Now in its fifth year, Gardner-Webb baseball’s First Pitch Celebration has become a must-attend event. Scheduled for Feb. 1 in Tucker Student Center, the featured speaker is NFL and NCAA Rules Analyst Gene Steratore. A native of Uniontown, Pa., Steratore is a former NCAA and NFL official with 40 years of experience that includes refereeing Sweet-16 games and a Super Bowl.

Comparison Of The Effect Of Heavy Pulls Vs Light Powers On A Subsequent Clean In Trained Athletes, Luke Devirgiliis

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The sport of weightlifting has been competed since the first modern Olympiad. Competition in weightlifting consists of 3 attempts the snatch and clean and jerk declared by the athlete and their coach prior to the starting of the lift. While waiting for the athlete’s lift, waiting periods can change and warm up attempts may need to be adjusted. Often, coaches prescribe either a complete “light power” or partial “heavy pull” repetition of the competed movement during a long wait. Previous literature indicates that a heavier stimulus may cause a “post-activation potentiation”, or “post-activation performance enhancement” effect on the subsequent lift. …

Campus Invited To Welcome Home Runnin’ Bulldogs’ Today After Historic Season Ends In Ncaa Second Round, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner Webb (13-4-3) men’s soccer team saw its season come to an end on Sunday, Nov. 24, falling to No. 3 Denver (13-3-4) by the final of 3-0 in the second round of the NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Advances To Second Round; Campus Watch Party Planned For Sunday, Nov. 24 At 3 P.M., Office Of University Communications

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Senior midfielder Caio Hughes scored in the 72nd minute while the Gardner-Webb defense was dominant over 90 minutes as the Runnin’ Bulldogs took down Oregon State 1-0 in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday evening, Nov. 21.

Men’S Soccer Team And Elle Blatchford Of Women’S Basketball Named Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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Sophomore guard Elle Blatchford from the Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team and the entire Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team have been named GWU Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Makes History With First Big South Conference Tournament Championship, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time since joining the Big South Conference, the Gardner-Webb (12-3-3) men’s soccer team has been crowned tournament champions a!er taking down No. 22 High Point (11-4-2) by the final of 2-1 on Saturday (Nov. 16) evening inside Vert Stadium.

Gwu Men’S Soccer Draws Oregon State In First Round Of Ncaa Division I Men’S Soccer Championship, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time since 2006, the Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team had its name called during the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Selection Show. In front of an energetic crowd, the Runnin’ Bulldogs learned their fate and will be traveling to Corvallis, Ore., to take on the Beavers of Oregon State on Thursday, Nov. 21.

Ashley Hawkins And Darryl Simmons Ii Named Gardner-Webb Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After posting strong opening weeks of the season on the court, sophomore guard Darryl Simmons II of the Gardner-Webb University men’s basketball team, and senior guard Ashley Hawkins of the women’s basketball team, have been named GWU’s Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Advances To Big South Finals For First Time In 13 Years, Office Of University Communications

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For the first time in 13 years, the Gardner-Webb (11-3-3, 5-0-2) men’s soccer team will make an appearance in the Big South Men’s Soccer Championship Game after taking down visiting Presbyterian (6-8-2, 2-4-1) 2-0 on Nov. 10 inside Greene-Harbison Stadium.

Gardner-Webb Hosts East Tennessee State For Annual Education Day Game, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team will tip off against East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in its annual Education Day game Tuesday morning (Nov. 12) at Paul Porter Arena.

Tyler Riddell And Jessica Perriello Take Home Gwu Athlete Of The Week Awards, Office Of University Communications

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Redshirt senior quarterback Tyler Riddell of the Gardner-Webb University football team and junior Jessica Perriello of the Gardner-Webb University cross country team are the recipients of GWU Athlete of The Week following recent exceptional performances on the field of competition.

Eduardo Dias And Stephanie Liu Named Gardner- Webb Student-Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After a series of outstanding performances, senior Eduardo Dias of the Gardner-Webb University men’s tennis team and sophomore goalkeeper Stephanie Liu of the Gardner-Webb University women’s soccer team take home GWU’s Athlete of The Week award.

Gardner-Webb Basketball To Host Bulldog Madness On Tuesday Night At 9:30 P.M., Office Of University Communications

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Gardner-Webb’s basketball teams will officially tipoff for a fans-only event on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 9:30 p.m. Join the ‘Dawgs as they present Bulldog Madness inside Paul Porter Arena. Doors open at 9 p.m., and admission is free to the general public. Wear a costume to compete for a prize.

Incidence Of Achilles Tendon Ruptures And Associated Factors In Women's Artistic Gymnastics, Kayla Horton, Amanda Hawkes

Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology Volume 5: Issue 1, Article 10, 2024.

Achilles tendon rupture risk appears to be higher in women's artistic gymnastics compared to other collegiate sports, however little is understood about personal, training, and performance factors potentially associated with this elevated risk. Previous research has only examined gymnasts who have sustained Achilles tendon ruptures while in an NCAA environment. The overall incidence of Achilles tendon ruptures among gymnasts has not been assessed. This study aims to identify injury factors, Achilles rupture incidence and training habits related to Achilles tendon ruptures in current and former women’s artistic …

Campus Assembly Minutes 10/22 & 10/24/2024, Campus Assembly

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Molly Littlefield And Quasean Holmes Named Gwu Student-Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After posting strong individual performances on the field and on the court this weekend, sophomore libero Molly Littlefield of the Gardner-Webb University volleyball team and senior running back Quasean Holmes of the Gardner-Webb University football team have been named GWU’s Athletes of The Week.

Gardner-Webb Athletics Hosts Teams From Uncasheville And Montreat Displaced By Helene, Office Of University Communications

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Over the next few weeks, the Gardner-Webb University community might notice a few blue and white Bulldogs showing up around campus or even some blue, white and gold Cavaliers. These are the school colors and mascots for the University of North Carolina at Asheville and Montreat College. Both colleges have teams staying at Gardner-Webb.

Cayton White And Leo Andrade Named Gardner- Webb Athletes Of The Week, Office Of University Communications

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After a strong weekend (Oct. 11-12) both on the court and on the pitch, redshirt sophomore outside hitter Cayton White from Gardner-Webb volleyball and junior defender Leo Andrade from Gardner-Webb men’s soccer have been named the first Gardner-Webb Athletes of The Week.

Women’S Basketball 2024-2025 Schedule Released, Office Of University Communications

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The Big South Conference has announced the women’s basketball league schedule for the upcoming season, featuring 16 conference games for the Gardner-Webb University women’s basketball team.

Gwu Men’S Basketball Announces Competitive 2024-25 Slate, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb University men’s basketball team has announced its schedule for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. This year’s slate is comprised of 29 games, including 11 games within the friendly confines of Paul Porter Arena. The Big South Conference Schedule features a 16-game round-robin format, with return trips against each conference opponent throughout the season.

Four-Time Paralympic Swimmer And New Mother Mallory Weggemann Earns Fourth Gold Medal, Office Of University Communications

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”The vision of getting behind the starting blocks in Paris at my fourth Paralympic Games and looking to the stands and seeing Jay holding our daughter has been something that has been ingrained in my mind and heart long before we knew Charlotte was Charlotte. A vision that gave me strength when I needed it most, grounding me in my purpose when I felt overwhelmed and anchored me in my ‘why’ when the journey felt all consuming.”

Gardner-Webb Lacrosse Honored For Academic Excellence, Office Of University Communications

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The Gardner-Webb Women’s Lacrosse team has been recognized by the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) as an honor squad for the 2023- 2024 academic year. To qualify for this prestigious honor, the team must have posted a 3.2 or higher team GPA for the academic year.

Two-Time Reigning Football Champs Begin 2024 Season On Aug. 29 In Spangler Stadium, Office Of University Communications

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The two-time reigning conference champion Gardner-Webb football team opens its 2024 season poised to build on a winning legacy that spans over a century. The first football team took the field in 1920. Since then, the program has earned 18 conference titles. Four of those titles came in Division I play—2002, 2003, 2022 (Big South) and 2023 (Big South-OVC).

Gardner-Webb Football’S First Victory Day An Evening To Remember, Office Of University Communications

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Backed by a line of Gardner-Webb football players, the quarterback crossed into the end zone. The crowd erupted into cheers. The GWU Band blasted the fight song— and many parents and spectators smiled while holding back tears.

Gardner-Webb Men’S Soccer Ranked 3rd In Preseason Poll, Placing Two On All-Conference List, Office Of University Communications

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Heading into the 2024 season, the Gardner-Webb University men’s soccer team has earned two honors. The team was voted third in the Big South Preseason Coaches’ Poll, as released by the Big South on Aug. 14, picking up 48 total points. In addition, the Runnin’ Bulldogs placed a pair of defenders on the 2024 Big South Preseason All-Conference list.