Paul Zeise: Saint Francis the latest casualty in the ever-changing landscape of NIL, college athletics
- Saint Francis University won the Northeast Conference Tournament and earned a spot in the NCAA Tournament but lost to Alabama State in a tight game by two points.
- The university announced that it will transition to Division III starting in the 2026-27 school year, marking the end of its Division I competition in all sports.
- The move reflects broader challenges in college athletics, with increasing costs making Division I competition unsustainable for some schools.
- Prioritizing academics and financial well-being are key reasons for the reclassification.
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Paul Zeise: Saint Francis the latest casualty in the ever-changing landscape of NIL, college athletics
Saint Francis University was one of the Cinderella stories of the NCAA tournament. The Red Flash had a losing record but got hot at the right time to win...
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