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Greg Byrne highlights purpose of College Sports Commission, value of addition

Since Friday night’s approval of the transformative House v. NCAA settlement formally ushered revenue-sharing across college athletics, there’s been plenty of confusion around how that process will ultimately be implemented. Even among college power brokers, especially those outside the Power conferences. That’s where the new College Sports Commission and its newly-appointed CEO Bryan Seeley come […]

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Greg Byrne highlights purpose of College Sports Commission, value of addition

Since Friday night’s approval of the transformative House v. NCAA settlement formally ushered revenue-sharing across college athletics, there’s been plenty of confusion around how that process will ultimately be implemented. Even among college power brokers, especially those outside the Power conferences.

That’s where the new College Sports Commission and its newly-appointed CEO Bryan Seeley come into play. The College Sports Commission is the new independent enforcement arm that will implement the settlement’s terms and regulate revenue-sharing, third-party NIL deals and roster limits. The Commission will also regulate rules and investigate any potential violations, participate in an arbitration process once violations are discovered by the new NIL Go clearinghouse from Deloitte, and dole out any necessary punishments from an array of predetermined penalites.

Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne provided key insight into the benefits of the new College Sports Commission during an appearance on Tuesday’s episode of McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning with Birmingham, Ala.-based co-hosts Greg McElroy and Cole Cubelic.

“Nothing lasts long-term that doesn’t have some type of regulation, and the steps that have been taken by the House settlement gives an opportunity for us to have a regulated market,” Byrne said Tuesday. “The College Sports Commission is going to be overseeing that, and basically any NIL deal for a young man or young woman that’s over $600 is going to have to go through the (NIL Go) clearinghouse that Deloitte put together.

“They have a formula that basically will say ‘yeah, this thing passes the smell test or no, this thing doesn’t.’ The formula is not going to be released because everybody will try to figure out how to get around it if it’s released,” Byrne continued. “So young men and young women that have legitimate opportunities for name, image and likeness deals will be able to submit those, and if they pass – and private donations ones are going to struggle on that side – but legitimate business opportunities will be OK. Now you’re not going to get a half-million dollars for showing up at an ice cream shop and putting it out on Instagram anymore.”

Greg Byrne on College Sports Commission: ‘It’s not perfect, but it’s a heck of a lot better than where we were’

Along with regulating NIL deals, the CSC will help schools properly implement revenue-sharing. Beginning July 1, Power conference schools — and non-Power conference programs that opted into the settlement by Sunday — will be able to share as much as $20.5 million with athletes, with football expected to receive approximately 75%, followed by men’s basketball (15%), women’s basketball (5%) and the remainder of sports (5%). The amount shared in revenue will increase annually.

Power Four football programs are expected to have an additional $13-16 million to spend on rosters beginning with the 2025 season. Many schools have front-loaded contracts ahead of the settlement’s approval, allowing them to skirt the new rules and take advantage of contracts were not vetted by the newly-formed Deloitte clearinghouse NIL Go.

While there has been some detractors of the new College Sports Commission, especially given some uncertainty with the still-yet-to-be-finalized details regarding how it will implement the new rules, Byrne is confident it’s the best available solution to all that’s been ailing college athletics in the day-and-age of NIL and the NCAA Transfer Portal.

“From listening to football coaches in the SEC, my peers at the other SEC institutions, there is a real desire to make this work,” Byrne added. “And there is arbitration on things that we wouldn’t be able to arbitrate before, so that’ll give both sides an opportunity to be heard when there are challenges that arise. It’s not perfect, but it’s a heck of a lot better than where we were.”

— On3’s Pete Nakos contributed to this report.

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Dan Benson highlights finances, infrastructure in Mercer County state of the county speech

PRINCETON — Mercer County Executive Dan Benson highlighted financial recovery and infrastructure progress during his 2025 State of the County address Tuesday at a Princeton-Mercer Chamber of Commerce gathering. Benson said the county overcame financial challenges through cost-saving measures and operational changes implemented over the past year. “Last year, when I spoke, I was clear […]

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Dan Benson highlights finances, infrastructure in Mercer County state of the county speech

Benson said the county overcame financial challenges through cost-saving measures and operational changes implemented over the past year.

“Last year, when I spoke, I was clear about the challenges ahead. We were in a tough financial spot,” said Benson. “So we rolled up our sleeves, we tightened our belts, and we went to work.”

The county executive outlined infrastructure projects completed or underway, including breaking ground on Trenton Thunder ballpark upgrades, launching the South Broad Street Vision Plan and making improvements at Trenton Mercer Airport. Other projects include reconstruction of the Eagle Tavern, plans to extend the Johnson Trolley Line Trail and restoration of the Montgomery Street Bridge.

Benson said his administration expanded social services, strengthened public health and safety programs, promoted diversity in vendor procurement and established the Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.

“Now, Mercer County is planting seeds for our future, and that future is bright,” said Benson. “Because Mercer is a special place, and we believe that it should be leading the way. We want to set the standard. We want to show the entire region how government can and should work for people.”

Benson emphasized collaboration with the Board of County Commissioners and coordination with the county’s 12 municipalities.

“For the first time in a long time, there’s real energy and excitement about the future of Mercer County and our Capital City,” said Benson. “Because of the hard work of this amazing team, I can say with confidence that the state of Mercer County is much better today than it was just a year ago.”

“Over the past year it’s been great to see so many people excited again about what our County government is doing,” said Board of Commissioners Chair Kristin McLaughlin after the speech. “We’re proud of the partnership we’ve built with the County Executive, and of everything that we’re doing together to move Mercer County forward.”

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Results, highlights from Day 1 of the WIAA state girls soccer tournament

1:35 pm CTShare this update Starters for both teams today in the second D1 state semifinal Michael Whitlow Madison West: Adah Lambeck (GK), Saffron Zahorik-Schultz, Adah Minikel-Lacocque, Catherine Arnold, Addie Iverson, Mia Ozanne, Elsie Watson, Shiloh Ozanne, Nola Maughan, Arianna Kontny and Gabi Retana. Arrowhead: Livia Gaudagno (GK), Brylie Walos, Lyla Birkenstock, Amara Leppla, Chloe […]

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Results, highlights from Day 1 of the WIAA state girls soccer tournament

1:35 pm CT

Starters for both teams today in the second D1 state semifinal

Michael Whitlow

Madison West: Adah Lambeck (GK), Saffron Zahorik-Schultz, Adah Minikel-Lacocque, Catherine Arnold, Addie Iverson, Mia Ozanne, Elsie Watson, Shiloh Ozanne, Nola Maughan, Arianna Kontny and Gabi Retana.

Arrowhead: Livia Gaudagno (GK), Brylie Walos, Lyla Birkenstock, Amara Leppla, Chloe Fitzgerald, Elise Gremban, Audrey Willouhby, Ellie Pearson, Ansley Schaak, Abby Albrecht and Avery Fitzgerald.

The ball’s been kicked off and we’re off and running this afternoon.

1:07 pm CT

Up next: the second D1 state semifinal between Arrowhead and Madison West

Michael Whitlow

We’ll find out who No. 1 Muskego will face in Saturday morning’s D1 state title match as No. 2 seed Arrowhead will face No. 3 Madison West in the second semifinal here at Uihlein Soccer Park.

Muskego advanced to Saturday with a 3-0 victory over Kimberly. The winner of this second semifinal will try and keep the Warriors from winning its fourth straight state title.

Starters for both sides are coming shortly.

12:45 pm CT

Final: Muskego 3, Kimberly 0

Michael Whitlow

It’s official.

The Muskego Warriors will play for its fourth straight Division 1 state girls soccer championship on Saturday morning with a comfortable 3-0 victory over No. 4 seed Kimberly in the first D1 semifinal today.

Goals by Bella Mittelstaedt, Elsa Maurer and Jess Fernau have put the Warriors in line for history on Saturday against the winner of the Arrowhead-Madison West semifinal coming up next here in Milwaukee.

12:36 pm CT

Katie Owens’ strike is easily stopped by Savannah Mittelstaedt

Michael Whitlow

A set piece opportunity arises for Kimberly in the 72nd minute as Katie Owens’ direct kick attempt is stopped by Muskego goalkeeper Savannah Mittelstaedt from about 30 yards out. It’s the first shot attempt for the Papermakers in the second half, who haven’t registered a touch inside the Warriors’ 18-yard box in this final 40 minutes.

Muskego still leads, 3-0.

12:32 pm CT

Abby Artlip goes off the far post

Michael Whitlow

Muskego’s Abby Artlip just about made it a 4-0 contest, but her right-footed strike stings off the far right post in the 68th minute for the Warriors. The Warriors have brought some fresher legs on the pitch with a three-goal advantage late here in the second half, as the likes of Kelsey Morgan, Alayna Spader and Riley Krupa have come onto the pitch.

12:28 pm CT

Goal, Muskego

Michael Whitlow

And there is your dagger.

Jess Fernau makes her presence known today with a beautiful shot off her left foot at the top of the 18-yard box that floated past Bee Brocket to give the defending champion Warriors a 3-0 lead today in the 65th minute. It’s the Ball State recruit’s team-leading 17th goal of the season.

Muskego 3, Kimberly 0.

12:25 pm CT

A beautiful save from Bee Brockert keeps Kimberly alive

Michael Whitlow

Sadie Mittelstaedt’s diving header attempt inside the six-yard box is stoned by Kimberly goalkeeper Bee Brockert in the 61st minute to keep it a 2-0 game. Brockert and the back line from the Papermakers have keep the No. 4 seed in it against the Warriors. Muskego have completely controlled the ball and the pace of play in this second half and it’s been hard for the Papermakers to even string a few passes together today.

12:19 pm CT

We’re 15 minutes into the second half, Muskego still leads

Michael Whitlow

It’s been a cagey first 15 minutes into the second half, but the Warriors have dominated the action once again with a 2-0 advantage over Kimberly. The Warriors have controlled the ball and played in their offensive half for much of this second half. They haven’t found that third goal that would likely serve as the proverbial dagger today.

12:03 pm CT

We’re off and running in the second half

Michael Whitlow

Both teams are back on the pitch for the final 40 minutes between No. 1 Muskego and No. 4 Kimberly. The Warriors currently lead the Papermakers, 2-0.

11:49 am CT

Halftime: Muskego 2, Kimberly 0

Michael Whitlow

The Warriors take a two-goal lead into the halftime intermission.

Goals by Bella Mittelstedt (16′) and Elsa Maurer (26′) have the defending state champions in front by two after a dominant first-half display. The Warriors held the Papermakers to just one shot attempt in the opening 40 minutes of play and controlled the action for virtually the entire first half.

11:45 am CT

Into the final five minutes of the first half

Michael Whitlow

Muskego still holds a 2-0 advantage as we head closer to halftime in the first Division 1 state semifinal. It’s been all Warriors in the opening half over the Papermakers. They’ve won a quartet of corners and have outshot the Papermakers by five shots already today (6-1). The Warriors’ pressure on the ball has consistently frustrated the Papermakers in its 4-5-1 setup. We’ll see if the Fox Valley Association champions adjust after the first 40 minutes.

11:35 am CT

Goal, Muskego

Michael Whitlow

An awesome set piece off a won corner for the Warriors doubles the lead for the defending champions.

Elsa Maurer finds the back of the net off a great delivery following a short corner from Jess Fernau off the right foot of Ashlynn Scharrer into the box in the 26th minute gives the Warriors a 2-0 lead over Kimberly. It’s Maurer’s third goal of the campaign.

Muskego 2, Kimberly 0.

11:23 am CT

Goal, Muskego

Michael Whitlow

What a start for the Warriors.

Bella Mittelstaedt’s beautiful turn at the top of the 18-yard box on a helper from Elsa Maurer help top-seed Muskego take an early 1-0 advantage in the 16th minute. Mittelstaedt fired a missile off her right foot past Bee Brockert and it’s the defending champions out in front first today.

Muskego 1, Kimberly 0.

11:18 am CT

It’s been all Muskego early on

Michael Whitlow

Kimberly’s Vada Sousek has the lone shot on target through the first 10 minutes of action today, but it’s been all Warriors with the possession. They’ve been able to play through the middle of the park without much resistance, but haven’t been able to put its couple shot attempts on target so far today.

We’re into the 11th minute, still no score.

11:17 am CT

Starters for both teams

Michael Whitlow

Kimberly: Bee Brockert (GK), Vada Sousek, Skyler Brey, Kaylee Behnke, Ayla Raasch, Katie Owens, Grace Peters, Marie Van Zeeland, Emily Urban, Lindsay Owens and Isabel Pagan Vega.

Muskego:Savannah Mittelstaedt (GK), Ashlynn Scharrer, Ella Kandziora, Autumn Dibb, Elsa Maurer, Klara Muench, Bella Mittelstaedt, Bree Scafe, Jess Fernau, Abby Artlip and Riley Krupa.

11:06 am CT

We’re about to get started with the Division 1 tournament

Michael Whitlow

Hello again, friends.

We’re ready for kickoff in the Division 1 state girls soccer semifinals with defending three-time champion and top-seeded Muskego and the team they defeated in last season’s state title game with No. 4 seed Kimberly.

Conditions are picture perfect here in northern Milwaukee today for what should be a great pair of Division 1 state semifinals today.

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Top 50 high school baseball players from Native American descent will represent 31 tribes …

Name High School State Tribal Affiliation Ethan Abram Fleming Island High School Florida Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Brayden Allen East Jessamine High School Kentucky Chickahominy Indian Tribe Elijah Beck Sapulpa High school Oklahoma Cherokee Pierce Caton Red Lodge High School Montana Northern Cheyenne Aidan Chapman Menominee Indian High School Wisconsin Menominee Tristan Cheek Great […]

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Top 50 high school baseball players from Native American descent will represent 31 tribes ...

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High School

State

Tribal Affiliation

Ethan Abram

Fleming Island High School

Florida

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Brayden Allen

East Jessamine High School

Kentucky

Chickahominy Indian Tribe

Elijah Beck

Sapulpa High school

Oklahoma

Cherokee

Pierce Caton

Red Lodge High School

Montana

Northern Cheyenne

Aidan Chapman

Menominee Indian High School

Wisconsin

Menominee

Tristan Cheek

Great Bridge High School

Virginia

Comanche Nation

Cashin Clifft

Kiowa High School

Oklahoma

Chickasaw/Choctaw

Nicholas Shade Cody

Rattan Public School

Oklahoma

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Kollin Davis

Crowder High School

Oklahoma

Choctaw

Maxim Dillon

Redwood Valley High School

Minnesota

Lower Sioux Indian Community

Tyreese Eagletail

Manyhorses High School

Alberta, Canada

Tsuutina Nation

Taden Fine

Jenks High School

Oklahoma

Creek/Cherokee

Ty Freeman

Greenwood High School

Oklahoma

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Adrian Garrison

Lawton High School

Oklahoma

Comanche

Kaleb Gilreath

Dallas Christian School

Texas

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Aven Goodlin

Wagoner High School

Oklahoma

Cherokee/Choctaw

Easton Hancock

Toppenish High School

Washington

Nez Perce Tribe

Talon Herring

Huntsville High School

Arkansas

Comanche

Sanjiya Hickman

Nanih Waiya Attendance Center

Mississippi

Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

Lucas Johann

Weld Central High School

Colorado

Yankton Sioux Tribe

Takoda Jones

Santa Fe Indian School

New Mexico

Ohkay Owingeh

Ronald Jones III

Arabia Mountain High School

Georgia

Cherokee

Wesley Quinn Jumper

Robbinsville High School

North Carolina

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Eric Keesis

American High School

California

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

Rajon Kenton

Alchesay High School

Arizona

White Mountain Apache Tribe

Kash Knowles

Purcell High School

Oklahoma

Chickasaw

Boston Knowles

Purcell High School

Oklahoma

Seminole

Manuel La Chappa III

Orange Glen High School

California

Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians

Gavin Lain

Valwood School

Georgia

Catawba Nation

Jordan Lesley

Tuscon High School

Arizona

Tohono O’odam | Hopi-Tewa

Eddie Lucero

Huntington Beach High School

California

Navajo

Joshua Mescal

Ganado High School

Arizona

Navajo

Nicky Navarro

Analy High School

California

Round Valley Indian Tribes

Jace Paul

Muskogee High School

Oklahoma

Cherokee Nation

Wakinyan Raines

Cherokee High School

North Carolina

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Bryce Roberts

Idabel High School

Oklahoma

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Davonte Ross

Lakota Tech High School

South Dakota

Oglala Lakota

Florentino Salinas

Wellington High School

Texas

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska

Noah Sandoval

Canyon View High School

Utah

Navajo

Bas Stice

Oakdale High School

California

Tuolumne Band of Me Wuk Indians

Cade Stick

Ada High School

Oklahoma

Chickasaw

Tayton Threet

Wyandotte High School

Oklahoma

Cherokee

Kason Threet

Wyandotte High School

Oklahoma

Cherokee

Tahj Totten

Moapa Valley High School

Nevada

Navajo

Isaac Tsonetokoy

Fort Cobb-Broxton School

Oklahoma

Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma

Hage Tsosie

Chinle High School

Arizona

Navajo

Christian Ugalde

Nimitz High School

Texas

Muscogee Nation

Max Williams

Wichita Collegiate School

Kansas

Muscogee Nation

Matthew Wise

Inola High School

Oklahoma

Choctaw

Kanyon Wright

Grace Christian School

Louisiana

Jena Band of Choctaw Indians

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Wausau Night Market, Movie in the Park highlights busy Thursday downtown

WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) – It may not be the weekend just yet, but there is still plenty to do in Wausau this evening. The Wausau Night Market makes its return this evening, with the event on Third Street bringing in local makers and vendors, farmers, live music, outdoor dining, as well as extended hours from […]

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Wausau Night Market, Movie in the Park highlights busy Thursday downtown

Also happening downtown this evening – the first Movie in the Park of the season. It will take place on the 400 block at 7:00. Moana 2 will be playing – the event is free and open to anyone. Be sure to bring blankets or lawn furniture for seating if you desire.

There will be two more Night Markets this year – on July 17 and August 21 (the third Tuesday of every month in the summer).

There will also be five more movies in the park this summer – here is the full schedule and lineup: