The Athletic -- With college soccer ‘at risk,’ U.S. Soccer pushes for overhaul – but not without resistance

[Z.I.P.]

This seems to be readable without subscription, from the NY Times.

 

With college soccer ‘at risk,’ U.S. Soccer pushes for overhaul – but not without resistance - The Athletic https://share.google/sxUDjTfuJOfleUOM1

[fknbuflobo]

Probably sooner than later, NCAA Men’s Soccer will either drastically change or be eliminated altogether.

[UAZipster0305]

18 hours ago, fknbuflobo said:

Probably sooner than later, NCAA Men’s Soccer will either drastically change or be eliminated altogether.

 

What an ironic tragedy that would be for our university if it were eliminated!

[ZippyRulz]

I think college soccer will go on with or without the NCAA.

[Z.I.P.]

9 hours ago, ZippyRulz said:

I think college soccer will go on with or without the NCAA.

So they're going to develop an entirely new bureaucracy to administer one sport?  How will that work? 

[ZippyRulz]

6 hours ago, Z.I.P. said:

So they're going to develop an entirely new bureaucracy to administer one sport?  How will that work? 

 

idk, maybe it becomes more of a club sport(?)

 

...the NCAA does not govern club sports. Club sports operate independently from the NCAA and are typically student-run with limited oversight from university athletic departments.

Here’s a breakdown of how club sports differ from NCAA sports:

🏫 Governance and Structure
- NCAA Sports: Governed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, which sets strict rules for eligibility, scholarships, competition, and recruiting. These are varsity-level programs with formal coaching staff and institutional funding.
- Club Sports: Not regulated by the NCAA or NAIA. They are usually organized and managed by students, often with minimal financial support from the school. Club teams may compete against other universities but do so outside the NCAA framework.

🏆 Competition Level
- NCAA Sports: Highly competitive, often leading to national championships and professional opportunities.
- Club Sports: Competitive but more flexible. They allow students to continue playing sports without the intense commitment of NCAA athletics.

💰 Scholarships and Funding
- NCAA Sports: May offer athletic scholarships and receive substantial funding from the university.
- Club Sports: Rarely offer scholarships and often rely on student fees, fundraising, or limited school support.

👥 Student Involvement
- Club Sports: Provide leadership opportunities for students in team management, scheduling, and budgeting.
- NCAA Sports: Managed by professional staff with less student control over operations.

If you're considering joining a sport in college, club sports can be a great way to stay active and competitive without the rigorous demands of NCAA athletics.