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    Andrés Linares

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    Andres is a sports journalist specializing in college athletics, with expertise spanning basketball, football, baseball, and the business side of collegiate sports. He covered college sports for Sportskeeda from 2023 to 2025, including the 2023 and 2024 football seasons, 2024 basketball season, and 2024 baseball season, before joining the College Sports Network in 2025. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Law with a minor in International Relations at Universidad Metropolitana in Venezuela, Andres brings unique insight through his specialized education in sports management. He holds a certificate in Sports Entities Management from Unisport Management School in Spain and is an alumnus of the FIFA/CIES International Programme in Sports Management. His academic excellence earned him a grant to Harvard's CORe online program. Andres's passion for college athletics began during his participation in the State Department's Youth Ambassadors program as an exchange student in Fayetteville, Arkansas in Fall 2014. During his time there, he participated in activities with the University of Arkansas and was named an Arkansas Traveler ambassador of goodwill by Governor Mike Beebe, becoming a devoted Razorbacks fan. Drawing from his background in sports management, law, and business, he excels at explaining the industry dynamics behind college sports while maintaining rigorous journalistic standards. When not covering athletics, he enjoys rock climbing, scuba diving, and strategy gaming.

    Julian Lewis Drops Blunt 4-Word Message as Colorado’s Top Recruit Sees Limited Playing Time Amid Starting QB Battle With Kaidon Salter, Ryan Staub

    Colorado looks for direction with its quarterback room, as Deion Sanders is being eyed by a struggling SEC program.

    Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Reacts as Napheesa Collier Statement Puts Serious Allegations on WNBA Leadership

    WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has reacted to Napheesa Collier's unusual press conference criticizing the league on Monday.

    Texas WR Ryan Wingo Drops 1-Word Reaction as Teammate Aaron Butler Recaps Memories from Sam Houston Win

    The Texas Longhorns rememorated their Week 4 victory over Sam Houston, as they prepare to face Florida in their SEC opener in Week 6.

    Top 7 Drew Allar Jokes as Penn State QB’s Offensive Struggles Lead to 3-Point Half vs Oregon

    Fans took to the internet to mock Drew Allar's performance against Oregon in Week 5 of college football as the Penn State Nittany Lions struggle.

    Calls Mount From Fans to “Bench” Nate Frazier as Georgia RB’s Fumble Leads to Alabama Score In Thrilling Showdown

    Georgia running back Nate Frazier drops costly ball in key encounter against SEC rival Alabama this Week 5.

    “Fire Nuss and Fire Kelly”: LSU Fans Don’t Hold Back as Tigers Lose To Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss in SEC Thriller

    LSU fans went on social to voice their discontent with Brian Kelly, as the No. 4 team in the nation logged its first loss of the year.

    Jason Whitlock Drops Bold Statement After Watching Charlie Kirk’s Memorial ‘Second Time’

    Jason Whitlock reflected upon the gravity of Charlie Kirk's assassination, weeks after the political murder shocked America.

    John Mateer Surgery: Oklahoma Quarterback Faces Three-Week Absence After Thumb Injury

    John Mateer will have to undergo surgery on Wednesday, after suffering an injury to his right thumb in Saturday's victory over Auburn.