Athletes.org News • June 17, 2026
The Protect College Sports Act (PCSA) isn’t “protection,” it’s a power grab. It shuts athletes out of the room, shuts their voices out of the process and hinders the momentum of collective bargaining: the only long-term solution proven to work for multibillion-dollar sports and entertainment industries. Remember who this bill restores power to: the NCAA […]
Athletes.org News • May 28, 2026
Athletes.org (AO) vehemently opposes the Protect College Sports Act as the latest federal proposal that attempts to codify NCAA-supported restrictions limiting college athletes’ freedom, mobility and ability to earn their true market value. The Protect College Sports Act is being marketed as a solution to stabilize college sports, but in reality, it protects schools, conferences, […]
Athletes.org News • May 18, 2026
Congress is on the verge of making a massive mistake. If lawmakers want to “save” college athletics, ramming the SCORE Act through the House is exactly the wrong way to do it. Not because college sports are beyond saving, but because this bill risks codifying the same power imbalance that created this chaos in the […]
Athletes.org News • April 28, 2026
College athletes are judged constantly: whether via recruit rankings, depth charts, the transfer portal, or social media commentary. They get evaluated as if they are products, yet are never given the opportunity to give their own feedback. With The Athletes’ School Ratings, Athletes.org is flipping that power dynamic, giving athletes the power to rate and […]
Athletes.org News • April 8, 2026
President Trump’s recent Executive Order, “Urgent National Action to Save College Sports,” is another attempt to control college athletes and restrict their rights and freedom. The Order is being championed by many college athletics leaders, the same leaders who led the industry into the chaos that college athletics is consistently described as today. These leaders: […]
Athletes.org News • March 9, 2026
Committee creates structured forum for athletes to learn, engage, and influence decisions shaping college sports video games MARCH 9, 2026 – Enthusiast Sports & Entertainment (ES&E) and Athletes.org (AO) today announced the launch of the Video Game Advisory Committee (VGAC), a new initiative designed to inform, engage and amplify college athlete voices in discussions around […]
Athletes.org News • March 5, 2026
As college athletes, we are a diverse community and we share deep respect for the responsibilities of leadership and public service. Every AO member salutes the flag prior to competition, and many of us have had the honor of representing the United States in competition. Tomorrow, the President of the United States and industry experts […]
AO Parents • February 19, 2026
College athletics is in chaos, and our sons and daughters are paying the price for a lack of leadership. The courts have forced administrators to acknowledge what has been true all along: college athletes are essential partners in a multibillion dollar business. Their rights and well being cannot be overlooked, especially when coaches leave for […]
Athletes.org News • December 15, 2025
Dear Parents and Supporters, We are a unified group of parents coming together with one shared purpose: to align with Athletes.org’s mission to impact athletes so they can impact the world. Our goal is to protect and maximize our children’s collegiate athletic experience and to support families who may not fully understand today’s rapidly changing […]
Athletes.org News • December 8, 2025
December 8, 2025 College athletics continues to be plagued by uncertainty, litigation and confusion for athletes, administrators and fans alike. This uncertainty continues to create a lack of structure for the future of industry, there is only one answer to protect both athletes and the institutions they represent in competition: collective bargaining. That’s why, today, […]