Looking back now, it should be evident that “academics” who had little if any experience in business, assumed leadership roles within the NCAA and given unlimited authority, but requiring absolutely no accountability.
The very concept of the NCAA, one where the member institutions themselves are responsible for every aspect of its operations, is akin to a private company being run entirely by its employees. It might sound altruistic, but overtime it becomes so large and bureaucratic, it evolves to where no one is in control.
Rollem said it best, “no leadership”. We can see much of the same thing playing out within so many of those same Colleges and Universities that comprise the NCAA, seldom.experiencing any consequences for their poor decisions.
