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Sports University The U Statue on the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Sports University The U Statue on the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Sports University The U Statue on the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

Blake James served eight years as athletics director before mutually agreeing to part ways with the University of Miami.

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Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)

Surf’s up at the Olympics and in a new history class

With a Hawaiian woman capturing gold in surfing’s Olympic debut, professor Martin Nesvig discusses his course on surfing and Hawaiian history.

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Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)

Surf’s up at the Olympics and in a new history class

With a Hawaiian woman capturing gold in surfing’s Olympic debut, professor Martin Nesvig discusses his course on surfing and Hawaiian history.

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Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)

Surf’s up at the Olympics and in a new history class

With a Hawaiian woman capturing gold in surfing’s Olympic debut, professor Martin Nesvig discusses his course on surfing and Hawaiian history.

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Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Sports Carissa Moore, of the United States, celebrates winning the gold medal in the women's surfing competition at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Tsurigasaki beach in Ichinomiya, Japan. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)

Surf’s up at the Olympics and in a new history class

With a Hawaiian woman capturing gold in surfing’s Olympic debut, professor Martin Nesvig discusses his course on surfing and Hawaiian history.

../stories/2021/07/surfs-up-at-the-olympics-and-in-a-new-history-class.html

Sports Olympic village
Sports Olympic village
Sports Olympic village

No fans or tourists: Can Tokyo still medal with the Olympics?

Applying resilient urban design concepts and transparent marketing strategies may help Japan mitigate a mountain of challenges and stage a successful Olympics, suggest University of Miami specialists in those fields.

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Sports Olympic village
Sports Olympic village

No fans or tourists: Can Tokyo still medal with the Olympics?

Applying resilient urban design concepts and transparent marketing strategies may help Japan mitigate a mountain of challenges and stage a successful Olympics, suggest University of Miami specialists in those fields.

../stories/2021/07/no-fans-or-tourists-can-tokyo-still-medal-with-the-olympics.html

Sports Olympic village
Sports Olympic village
Sports Olympic village

No fans or tourists: Can Tokyo still medal with the Olympics?

Applying resilient urban design concepts and transparent marketing strategies may help Japan mitigate a mountain of challenges and stage a successful Olympics, suggest University of Miami specialists in those fields.

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Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics
Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics
Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics

University employee heads to the Olympics

Nadia Eke’s Olympic dream is about to become reality. The University of Miami staff member will represent her home country of Ghana in the triple jump at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan.

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Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics
Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics
Sports Nadia Eke will compete in the long jump when she represents Ghana in the Tokyo Olympics

University employee heads to the Olympics

Nadia Eke’s Olympic dream is about to become reality. The University of Miami staff member will represent her home country of Ghana in the triple jump at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan.

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Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends
Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends
Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends

University dives into the esports academic arena

A new University of Miami certificate program will introduce participants to the burgeoning industry around competitive video games.

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Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends
Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends
Sports A gamer competes in an esports tournament. Photo: Riot Games/League of Legends

University dives into the esports academic arena

A new University of Miami certificate program will introduce participants to the burgeoning industry around competitive video games.

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Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"
Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"
Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"

Historian’s book about Satchel Paige headed to Hollywood

History professor Donald Spivey spent 12 years researching and writing “If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy ‘Satchel’ Paige.” Now, Apple Studios has acquired the rights to the text for a dramatic series on Negro Leagues Baseball, using the life of Paige as a backdrop.

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Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"
Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"
Sports Donald Spivey photographed with his book, "If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige"

Historian’s book about Satchel Paige headed to Hollywood

History professor Donald Spivey spent 12 years researching and writing “If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy ‘Satchel’ Paige.” Now, Apple Studios has acquired the rights to the text for a dramatic series on Negro Leagues Baseball, using the life of Paige as a backdrop.

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Sports Pro athletes Tom Brady, Serena Williams, and Phil Mickelson. Photos: The Associated Press
Sports Pro athletes Tom Brady, Serena Williams, and Phil Mickelson. Photos: The Associated Press
Sports Pro athletes Tom Brady, Serena Williams, and Phil Mickelson. Photos: The Associated Press
Sports Pro athletes Tom Brady, Serena Williams, and Phil Mickelson. Photos: The Associated Press

How age-defying professional athletes are beating father time

Advancements in nutrition, training, and sports medicine have helped athletes like Tom Brady, Phil Mickelson, and Serena Williams extend their careers and excel in their sport.

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Naomi Osaka celebrates after defeating Romania's Patricia Maria Tig during their first round match of the French open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Paris. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)
Sports Naomi Osaka celebrates after defeating Romania's Patricia Maria Tig during their first round match of the French open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Paris. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)

Opinion: Compromise needed for tennis’ physical, mental challenges

To Arlette Perry, professor and chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Sciences in the School of Education and Human Development, tennis is “like playing a physical chess match” that can be taxing for the athlete.

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Vikaya Powell photographed at Hard Rock Stadium
Sports Vikaya Powell photographed at Hard Rock Stadium

Graduate student breaks barriers in sports industry

Vikaya Powell, who spent the 2020 football season working as a student manager for the Miami Hurricanes equipment staff, is the first woman to work in the same area for the NFL’s Cleveland Browns.

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Sports
The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
Sports The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami

Intramural sports get creative so students can play safely

The Department of Wellness and Recreation faced a challenge in creating fitness activities. However, it was able to set up new game plans to allow for a semester of in-person and virtual fun while adhering to the physical-distance rule.

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The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami
Sports The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami

Intramural sports get creative so students can play safely

The Department of Wellness and Recreation faced a challenge in creating fitness activities. However, it was able to set up new game plans to allow for a semester of in-person and virtual fun while adhering to the physical-distance rule.

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Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Sports Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

Make a splash with rented watersport, camping gear

Students, faculty, and staff can discover the natural beauty of Miami in a safe and fun way with a new equipment-rental program at Outdoor Adventures on the Coral Gables Campus.

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Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Sports Exterior of Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

Make a splash with rented watersport, camping gear

Students, faculty, and staff can discover the natural beauty of Miami in a safe and fun way with a new equipment-rental program at Outdoor Adventures on the Coral Gables Campus.

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