IV. Speeches

Note: Compiling a definitive list of resources on college sports is nearly impossible, and we do not attempt to do so. Instead, we offer the materials below as a starting point for those interested in learning more about the central issues, narratives, and themes that define and inform college sports' history, current state, and future. In other parts of the website, we identify and discuss additional, relevant resources that users may find helpful. The Resources Tab is a work in progress. We invite and encourage you to suggest additional materials.

Speeches offer commentaries on college sports from prominent public spokespeople, emphasizing speeches by NCAA Presidents, notably including those by Myles Brand (2003 - 2009). Brand’s articulation of the “collegiate model” of college athletics —particularly as a financial framework—is crucial to understanding the current business model and the relationship between college athletics and the values of higher education.

1. 2001 Myles Brand National Press Club

2. 2003 Myles Brand’s NCAA State of The Association Speech

3. 2004 Myles Brand’s NCAA State of The Association Speech

4. 2005 Myles Brand’s NCAA State of The Association Speech

5. 2006 Myles Brand’s NCAA State of The Association Speech

6. 2006 Myles Brand National Press Club

7. 2018 Commission on College Basketball Press Conference

8. 2019 Mark Emmert’s State of The Association Speech

9. 2022 Mark Emmert Final Four Press Conference

10. 2023 Charlie Baker’s and Linda Livingstone’s State of The Association Speech

11. 2024 Charlie Baker’s State of College Sports Speech