Andrés Linares

391 articles

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.

“I Might Get Hate for This”: Angel Reese’s Ex-Teammate Makes Her Feelings Clear About Chicago Sky Star

November 13, 2025 | 4:26 PM EST

Last-Tear Poa revealed that she's a fan of her former teammate Angel Reese, despite the reputation the Chicago Sky player has.

Report: Michigan State Faces Major NCAA Penalties for Recruiting Violations Under Mel Tucker

November 12, 2025 | 4:45 PM EST

The NCAA has decided to vacate 14 victories from Michigan State due to recruiting violations during the turbulent Mel Tucker era.

Penn State Coaching Search: Top 3 Candidates Who Could Revive The Program Ft. Eli Drinkwitz

November 12, 2025 | 3:04 PM EST

Penn State is looking for a the successor of James Franklin as the head coach of the school's football program. Here are some plausible options.

Brian Kelly’s Lawsuit vs LSU Reveals Shocking Details on “$25/30M” Lowball Before Tigers “For Cause” Firing Claims

November 11, 2025 | 4:23 PM EST

Former LSU coach Brian Kelly has sued the school for firing him without cause and not agreeing to pay him his $53 million buyout.

Top 10 Funniest Nico Harrison Memes as Fans Roast Mavericks GM After His Firing

November 11, 2025 | 11:40 AM EST

Months after trading Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Dallas Mavericks have fired GM Nico Harrison, and fans have something to say.

“Catch of the Year”: Fans React As Omar Cooper Jr. Shows Off Electric Skills Over Game-Winning Catch During Indiana-Penn State Showdown

November 8, 2025 | 7:05 PM EST

Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. appeared just in the nick of time for quarterback Fernando Mendoza to seal the Penn State game.

Deion Sanders Makes Bold Claim As Colorado Misses Out On Bowl Game Amid 3-7 Record

November 8, 2025 | 5:40 PM EST

Despite a terrible 3-7 record, Deion Sanders claims that no opposing team the Colorado Buffaloes have played this season is better than them.

Jacob Rodriguez Heisman Buzz Heats Up as Texas Tech Star Delivers Statement Performance vs. BYU

November 8, 2025 | 4:29 PM EST

Fans reacted to the Texas Red Raiders' commanding victory over the BYU Cougars, with Jacob Rodriguez performing at a Heisman level.