amateurism
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Supreme Court ruled that the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s amateurism rules violated federal law, ending the NCAA’s longstanding immunity from corporate regulation.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
To critics who dismiss the project as "garage engineering" or amateurism, Terekh says she is "very proud" of their roots.
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
In the sections of “Why We Make,” displays of historic artisanry are too often marred by oddball amateurism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
The Senate, which generally sneers at the amateurism of House legislation, would have its turn; if the Senate were successful, the two chambers would then have to bridge what could be substantial differences.
From Slate ● May 20, 2025
University extension can never pass beyond the stage of amateurism and temporary expedient until, like its English namesake, it has a permanent staff of instructors exclusively devoted to its service.
From The Teacher Essays and Addresses on Education by Alice Freeman Palmer
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