Derby jockeys allowed advertising on silks at Derby
U S District Judge Heyburn cleared the way for jockeys to wear corporate logos, ruling the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority rule violated First Amendment rights. Jockeys including Alex Solis hailed the ruling as progress and said deals are likely, with others noting parallels to golfers and tennis players.
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Wimbledon scratched from Derby by leg swelling
Kentucky Derby hopeful Wimbledon is scratched due to swelling in his left front leg. Jockeys like Sellers and Bailey considered wearing sponsor logos for up to 30000, while Churchill Downs set rules on advertising. Officials, owners, and the Jockeys Guild face ongoing decisions as advertising cliques loom.
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NCAA Approves Academic Reform Package
In Indianapolis the NCAA board approved a broad academic reform package to boost athlete preparation and graduation rates. The measures impose harsher penalties on schools below academic cut lines, track graduation targets, and hold colleges more accountable for maintaining eligibility.
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NCAA
Myles Brand
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Robert Hemenway
University of Kansas
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