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Athletes.org News • May 28, 2026

The “Protect College Sports Act” Does Anything But Protect Them- A Statement from Athletes.org

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 • April 28, 2026

The Athletes’ School Ratings: Spring 2026 Review

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

“This EO aims to rewind the clock” – Athletes.org Responds to Executive Order on College Sports

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

Enthusiast Sports & Entertainment and Athletes.org Launch Video Game Advisory Committee to Elevate College Athlete Voices

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 […]

AO Parents • February 19, 2026

The Parents’ Perspective: February 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

Introducing AO’s Parents Group

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

Athletes.org Releases First-Ever Draft Collective Bargaining Agreement Framework for College Athletics

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, […]

Athletes.org News • November 18, 2025

Athletes.org Sends Letter to Commerce Committee About the SAFE Act, Highlights Gaps and Opportunities for Future Legislation

This week, Athletes.org (AO) on behalf of its 5,000 member athletes, sent a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation responding to the potential legislation, the Student Athlete Fairness & Enforcement Act of 2025 (SAFE Act).  While the SAFE Act moves parts of the industry forward, several provisions risk taking athletes […]