RTWI History Episode 6 - Dr. Ronald A. Smith on Notre Dame saying “no thanks” to EA Sports

Daniel speaks with Dr. Ronald A. Smith, author of “The Myth of the Amateur: A History of College Athletic Scholarships,” (available May 4, 2021) about Notre Dame’s and Northwestern’s decisions to NOT be in the upcoming college football video game by EA Sports. Dr. Smith delves deep into the history of college athletics and the “amateur” title that he says is neither important nor deserved. The Myth of the Amateur: A History of College Athletic Scholarships https://www.amazon.com/dp/1477322868/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_6XTK292WS8Y8WWFAYCDB

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