College Basketball

Some coaches and educators think the NCAA's new standards are at odds with the academic missions of black schools. The sad truth—sad, that is, for the NCAA—is that these schools are so committed to educating students without strong educational backgrounds that there may no longer be a place for them in the NCAA.

Tip-ins

Kevin Roberson, Vermont's 6'7" senior center, figures to finish his career as the No. 2 shot-blocker in NCAA history. Through Sunday, Roberson had 401 blocks in 109 games, second only to Alonzo Mourning of Georgetown, who had 418 in 113 games....

The third-ranked Mississippi women's team is one of the nation's biggest surprises. Last Saturday the Lady Rebels clinched the SEC regular-season title with a 59-57 win over Vanderbilt that improved their record to 26-1....

The point guard at Kankakee (Ill.) Community College is Jessie James. He's averaging 4.3 steals per game.