Chris Smith
Sports-business reporter and commentator who provides analysis on finance and institutional capital in college athletics, moderates panels, and discusses deal structuring.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 10min
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: December 11, 2025
Ben Portnoy, a sports-business journalist, shares insights on the Pac-12's rebuilding efforts and the importance of media rights. Chris Smith, a sports-business reporter, dives into the role of private equity in collegiate sports and new GM responsibilities. Rachel Axon from the Intercollegiate Athletics Forum discusses Title IX risks and the challenges women’s athletics face. The panel highlights significant shifts in revenue generation and equity, especially in Olympic sports and broadcasting for women’s events.
Dec 10, 2025 • 9min
SBJ Morning Buzzcast: December 10, 2025
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.
