Abstract
This study focused on the experiences of Black male student athletes in Division I university sports programs and utilized Critical Race Theory as its framework. This exploration sought to understand to what extent the legacy of racism in the United States has impacted the collegiate experience of these student athletes. Through the use of Critical Race Methodology the researcher presented counter stories that highlighted successes and heightened awareness regarding the needs and concerns of an extremely important, but often silenced population. This research examined the experiences of Black male student athletes in the Division I revenue-generating sports of basketball and football. This study acknowledged and presented how Black males perceived the effectiveness of NCAA supports in place for their academic success, degree attainment, and post-collegiate leadership and career opportunities. The researcher offered suggestions which Black male student athletes believed more effectively served their needs during transition into, for the duration of, and beyond Division I University sports participation as an opportunity to move towards more socially just practices in Division I academics and athletics.
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Sporting Cultures and Identities
KEYWORDS
"Student-Athletes", " Black males", " Division I"
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