Charlie Baker

Thanks to @_WomenLeaders and @CFBHeather for a great conversation on the future of college athletics. From student-athlete opportunities to the evolving landscape of sports, leadership and collaboration have never been more important.

Historically Black Colleges and Universities play an essential role in the fabric of higher education, culture and college sports, and the NCAA supports passage of the bipartisan IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act to continue investment in these important member schools. The greatest mission of college sports is to provide student-athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest level while pursuing a degree that can serve them for the rest of their lives, and increased financial investment in academics and athletics facilities at HBCUs would greatly benefit the general student population – and the student-athletes – who attend these institutions.

Thank you to the student-athletes whose voices, advocacy, and hard work helped move this legislation forward. Your leadership is making a lasting impact on the future of college sports!

One of my favorite traditions each year is hosting our interns and President's Council members for a casual BBQ and conversation. Thanks to this outstanding group for the great questions, fresh perspectives, and engaging discussions. The future is bright!

Great spending time with @TexasLonghorns student-athlete leaders!

Conversations like these are an important part of understanding the student-athlete experience and hearing what matters most to those at the heart of college sports.