Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute

Kathryn Kisska-Schulze, J.D., LL.M., faculty fellow of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute, was recently interviewed by The Advocate about LSU’s forthcoming unveiling of a new revenue-generating plan for college athletics.

She explained that athletic departments are under “absolute financial pressure,” driving them to pursue revenue models that barely existed a few years ago to help fund player compensation.

Read the article at the link in our story.

August is National Motorsports Awareness Month!

To kick things off, we're breaking down one of the biggest questions in racing: Why are Formula 1 and NASCAR so different?

The answer goes beyond speed. Each series was engineered with a different purpose in mind. From the cars they drive to the tracks they race on, every design choice reflects a unique approach to competition.

Swipe through to learn more.

Congratulations to our RHBSSI faculty fellows on their recent publications!

Read their featured articles in our newsletter later this month.

Tomorrow is National Intern Day, and we're celebrating the students who help make RHBSSI what it is.

From planning events and designing branding to collaborating across departments, our interns make a lasting impact on the Institute while gaining hands-on experience in the sports industry.

Swipe through to hear from two of our current interns about what they've enjoyed most during their time at RHBSSI.

In honor of National Soccer Day today, we're highlighting a special moment from April when our Director, Dr. John DesJardins, received a custom soccer jersey from Faculty Fellow Felipe Tobar at the CU Paralympic Soccer match.

The jersey proudly features the number 94, to honor the founding of the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute in 1994. We were honored to sponsor the CU Paralympic Soccer Team during its second annual match.

Bryan Denham, Charlie Campbell Professor of Sports Communication, was recently quoted in two Spectrum News articles examining kratom and emerging 7-OH products.

Drawing on his research, Denham discussed kratom use among people seeking to quit prescription pain medications and other substances. Additionally, he spoke on growing concerns over highly concentrated 7-OH products marketed alongside kratom.

Read more at the link in our story.

As we celebrate Parks & Recreation Month and look ahead to this weekend's Clemson Wheelchair Tennis Tournament, we're highlighting the power of inclusive sport.

Through their research in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM), RHBSSI Faculty Fellows are advancing adaptive sport and sport-for-development initiatives that create opportunities for athletes and communities. Whether at Clemson or around the world, sport has the power to build healthier, more connected communities.

Join us this weekend to cheer on the competitors, support our fundraising efforts, and celebrate the power of inclusive sport in action.

We're looking for a Communications Lead and a Graphic Designer to join the RHBSSI UPIC intern team this fall. Applications are due this Friday.

Come work with us!

Why does a player's brand matter almost as much as their performance?

As we approach National Football Day on July 19th, new research reminds us that success in today's college football landscape extends beyond what happens on the field.

RHBSSI Faculty Fellows and professors in Clemson's Department of Athletic Leadership, Chris Corr, Ph.D., and Sarah Stokowski, Ph.D., recently co-authored a study examining the factors that influence market-based NIL valuations among more than 5,600 FBS football players. Their findings suggest that athletes who intentionally build their personal brands through social media and audience engagement can strengthen their market-based NIL opportunities.

The study also highlights an important distinction between market-based NIL value and institution-based compensation, helping explain why an athlete's estimated NIL valuation doesn't always reflect their total NIL earnings.

Read their recently published article at the link in our story.

After graduating from Clemson’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management in December 2025, Lucy Hart hit the road with the Savannah Bananas as a People Operations Intern.

She now returns to Clemson to pursue a Masters in Public Administration and serve as Event Lead with the RHBSSI. Swipe through to get a behind-the-scenes look at her life on the World Tour. 🍌

Read Lucy’s full story at the link in our bio.