In this engaging discussion, Chris Smith, a sports-business reporter, highlights the role of private equity in collegiate athletics amid unique financing deals like Utah's Otro Capital. Ben Portnoy, a sports journalist, dives into the controversy surrounding Notre Dame's playoff exclusion and the future of the Pac-12. Rachel Axon, a reporter covering college sports, explores new revenue opportunities through NIL and addresses Title IX implications. Together, they unpack the evolving landscape of collegiate sports and the critical themes from the recent Intercollegiate Athletics Forum.
