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White House Talks About College Sports Future
White House, Washington, USAFriday, February 27, 2026
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On March 6, President Donald J. Trump will host a high‑profile meeting titled the College Sports Roundtable to address the future of collegiate athletics. The event will bring together a diverse mix of coaches, players, business leaders, and policymakers to discuss challenges and opportunities in college sports.
Key Participants
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Host | President Donald J. Trump |
| Vice‑chairs | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis; New York Yankees President Randy Levine |
| Invited Athletes & Coaches | Tiger Woods, Tim Tebow, Charlie Ward, former coaches Nick Saban, Mack Brown, Urban Meyer |
| Sports Executives | Jonathan Kraft (Kraft Group), Adam Silver (NBA Commissioner), Eric Shanks (Fox Sports President) |
| Political Figures | Former Secretary of State Condi Rice |
| Academic Leaders | Athletic directors from major universities (names not disclosed) |
| Special Guests | Cody Campbell, billionaire and Texas Tech advocate for “Saving College Sports” |
Meeting Highlights
- Agenda: Discussing the state of college athletics, including Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) regulations and broader policy reforms.
- Attendance Uncertain: While invitations have been sent to prominent figures, it remains unclear whether all will attend.
- Cautious Optimism: Some participants expressed doubts about achieving significant progress in a single afternoon, noting that plans are still early and detailed proposals have yet to be released.
- Legislative Status: Despite the President’s support, no legislation on college sports reform has advanced to a vote.
The roundtable underscores the growing intersection of sport, business, and policy, as stakeholders seek to shape the future landscape of collegiate athletics.
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