Every college hopes for conference titles, national rankings, and a packed trophy case. But how much does competitive success actually cost? There’s a surprising link between athletics spending and success in the NAIA. Is spending more on college sports a guaranteed ticket to the winner’s circle? How Athletics Spending Shapes Competitive Success New research from […]
The First Association to Recognize Women’s Wrestling
When the NAIA introduced women’s wrestling as an invitational sport in 2018, there were approximately 21,000 high school participants nationwide. Today, that number has nearly tripled. The NAIA’s early investment in the athletic and academic success of women’s wrestlers has fueled a cascade of opportunities for both NAIA member institutions and student-athletes. Since the 2018-19 […]