Welcome! Today's podcast will discuss the explosion of journalism focused on college sports, and in particular, the incredible work being done by independent writers in this space. For many, this is a labor of love; for some lucky ones, they are able to make a living out of their entrepreneurial efforts. Subscriptions prices range from free, all the way up to $9 or $10/month. promising to deliver unique, well researched content to the sports industry.

My guest today is Andy Wittry, writer and editor of the newsletter “Out of Bounds”. I have been following Andy’s detailed work for as long as its been available and am intrigued by his unique writing style and the kinds of journalistic rabbit holes he finds himself in.  He works for Turner Sports as a men's basketball reporter alongside his weekly newsletter. His work has previously been published at Sports Illustrated, Sporting News, Stadium, the IndyStar, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and AthleticDirectorU. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in journalism.

This podcast is particularly helpful for those who aren't aware of the explosion of FOIA requests being made of college athletic programs (Freedom of Information Act). These requests are driving new conversations about college athletics and should be on the radar of senior leaders, particularly at public universities.

The definition of FOIA: "The basic function of the Freedom of Information Act is to ensure informed citizens, vital to the functioning of a democratic society."