House vs. NCAA
My head spins trying to figure out exactly what happens when/if Judge Wilken approves the settlement, which is to simply settle the antitrust issues in the case before her (language is from Sportico link below). Sportico’s Michael Mann and Daniel Libit have a terrific summary of everything that happened yesterday. I think that I have the opinion that I want to be informed to an extent, but don’t want to be an expert.
The settlement has two major features. First, it would pay damages of about $2.8 billion to D-I athletes dating back about eight years and reflecting lost NIL, video game and broadcasting opportunities on account of eligibility rules. Second, it would implement a structure that colleges can share up to 22% of the average power conference athletic media, ticket and sponsorship revenue with their athletes, with $20.5 million expected to be the initial annual cap.
College athletes would continue to receive athletic scholarships and be able to sign NIL deals with third parties, though NIL deals that exceed $600 would be subject to independent review to ensure they are not cloaking pay-for-play arrangements.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal’s Don Williams talked with baseball head coach Tim Tadlock concerning the portion that the baseball program will receive given the parameters above and the amount that the baseball program will receive is about $400,000:
Told that some on the outside see the baseball program as getting shortchanged in the upcoming revenue sharing, Tadlock said, “Set the record straight: We’re not getting shortchanged. We’ve got roughly almost $400,000 more dollars than we had before. … I’m going to go to bat for Kirby and (university chancellor and president) Dr. (Tedd) Mitchell and Dr. (Lawrence) Schovanec and all those people every day of the week. We have never been shortchanged. Anything we’ve ever asked for in this building or this field, pretty much, they’ve tried to provide it for us — and pretty fast.”
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“You’ve been fighting for the ability to pay for a kid’s school and pay for that room and board,” Tadlock said. “And so that revenue share that they gave us allows us to be able to bring a kid in and say, ‘Look, with the combination of these two things (scholarship and revenue share), we are now projected to be able to take care of 27 to 30 guys, books, tuition, fees, room and board.’ “
I cannot figure out if scholarships will be covered and then they receive an additional $400,000 on top of that. That seems to be what Tadlock is implying.
On the Gridiron
Defensive tackle coach Zarnell Fitch (I normally try to do these sorts of things on my own and had previously used an AI summary tool, but I’m also not about to pay for AI [yes that makes me cheap], however while watching the game I did find a free YouTube summary tool):
The video features a discussion about the Texas Tech football team’s defensive line coach and his thoughts on the players, their development, and the team’s culture during spring practice. The coach expresses excitement about the depth and talent within the defensive tackle and nose guard positions, emphasizing the positive impact of new recruits like Lee Hunter and the contributions of established players such as Skyler and AJ. He highlights the infectious personalities of players that promote a strong team spirit and suggests that competition among the players has intensified.
The coach reflects on the significance of having experienced upperclassmen due to the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunity, stating that even these talented newcomers require coaching and integration into the team’s culture. He appreciates the leadership qualities of players like Skyler, who bring a unique journey and a strong work ethic to their roles.
Throughout the discussion, the coach emphasizes the importance of maintaining a disruptive and tough identity for the defensive line, while highlighting the supportive and accountable culture established within the team. He shares that the energy at practice has been high, largely due to a combination of coaching styles and the motivation from players who are eager to improve and embrace their roles on the team. Ultimately, the focus remains on continuous improvement and fostering a strong team dynamic.
Offensive line coach Clay McGuire:
In this video, a coach discusses the ongoing developments within the Texas Tech offensive line during their spring practice. He highlights the changes from the previous season, emphasizing the competition and depth among players. Key returning players like Sheridan and Davion Carter have stood out, along with newcomers such as Howard and Will, who have been impressive in their adaptability and readiness to compete.
The coach offers insights on individual players, noting that Nick Fattig and Dylan Shaw have been significant contributors throughout spring. He describes Howard Samson as a humble, hardworking player with great potential, commending his work ethic and competitiveness. Will’s versatility is praised as well, as he has the potential to excel at various positions along the line.
The conversation also touches on the importance of developing a strong culture, with the coach emphasizing accountability and discipline within the group. He reflects on the traits that distinguish elite linemen, including consistency and the ability to perform well repeatedly.
The video concludes with discussions of specific drills and the competitive atmosphere between the offensive and defensive lines. The coach notes that the energy in practices has been intense and highlights how the ongoing rivalry helps improve the players’ skills. He acknowledges moments where the defensive line has outperformed the offensive line, building anticipation for future practices. Overall, the focus remains on improvement, teamwork, and cultivating a winning mentality.
No AI summary for the Robert Giovannetti and head coach Joey McGuire. It’s good and worth your 20 minutes. Nothing earth shattering. They do discuss the David Bailey signing and how that worked out as well as guys who have impressed during the spring thus far.