NCAA campaign curbs betting-related abuse toward athletes
Awful AnnouncingWednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:00:51 PM
The NCAA is pushing back against the ugly side of sports betting with a new campaign aimed at protecting college athletes from harassment. With March Madness around the corner—a prime time for both big wins and big bets—the initiative calls out fans who take out their gambling frustrations on players. The ad (shown in the article’s image) drives home the message that athletes aren’t responsible for bettors’ losses, framing the abuse as unacceptable.
Editor’s Note: As legal sports betting explodes in popularity, so does the toxic behavior it can fuel—especially toward young athletes who are already under immense pressure. This isn’t just about hurt feelings; unchecked harassment could drive players away from the game or harm their mental health. The NCAA’s move signals they’re finally treating this as a serious issue, not just collateral damage of the gambling boom. For fans, it’s a reminder: blame the odds, not the kids.
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