College Sports Under Financial Pressure

College sports are under financial strain, forcing schools to cut non-revenue programs like tennis, swimming, and golf — a trend that’s spreading across the country. With skyrocketing costs to maintain competitive rosters — especially in football — institutions are making tough choices, sometimes reversing cuts after donor boosts. Student-athletes are caught in the crosshairs, as the current model struggles to balance opportunity with sustainability. Questions linger about whether revenue streams are enough, and whether the season length and transfer portal are adding pressure. The goal remains keeping doors open for athletes, but finding a sustainable path requires balancing finances, athlete welfare, and the...