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  • Sporting events around the world are beginning to re-emerge after strict public health guidelines that cautioned people against large gatherings and close quarters. In the United Kingdom, professional soccer teams have begun playing to empty stadiums under a plan called “Project Restart.” The return of sports offers a “unique opportunity to change the depth and scope of the public health conversation,” says Dan Lebowitz, executive director of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society at Northeastern. (Michael Regan/Pool via AP)

    Sports are coming back–but there’s more at stake than who wins or loses


    When major sports leagues shut down or were postponed earlier this year, the move was a powerful message for many that the COVID-19 pandemic needed to be taken seriously. Their reopening could also serve to amplify a powerful message: this time, for racial justice, says Dan Lebowitz, executive director of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society at Northeastern.
    • by Molly Callahan   July 2, 2020
  • Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

    Huskies overcome Charleston to advance to conference final


    In that final minute, Vasa Pusica lifted Northeastern to a 70-67 win over Charleston that leaves the Huskies (22-10) one win away from March Madness.
    • by Ian Thomsen   March 12, 2019
  • The Huskies cruised, 80-59, on their way to a conference semifinal matchup with Charleston. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

    Men’s basketball team cruises in conference quarterfinals


    The Northeastern men’s basketball team opened the Colonial Athletic Association with a no-nonsense 80-59 quarterfinal win over the University of North Carolina-Wilmington on Sunday night. A potential semifinal rematch with Charleston awaits.
    • by Ian Thomsen   March 10, 2019
  • Photo from istock.

    3Qs: Life after the Olympics


    Justine Siegal of Sport in Society says early preparation and a strong sense of self can help Olympic athletes lead successful lives long after their playing days are over.
    • by Casey Bayer   August 7, 2012

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