Literature Review Blog #3

Cullen, Francis, Edward Latessa, and Cheryl Jonson. "Assessing the Extent and Sources of NCAA Rule Infractions." . Criminology and Public Policy, 22 Nov 2012. Web. 10 Mar 2014. <http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com.proxy.libraries.rutgers.edu/enhanced/doi/10.1111/j.1745-9133.2012.00840.x/>.

This article highlights all the details surrounding student athlete infractions of NCAA rules. The authors mention several instances of past infractions; some of which don't even seem that bad on the student athlete's part. It further describes all the type of infractions, and elaborates on possible motives of the players for committing these illegal acts. 

All three authors who researched and wrote this article teach at universities. Two of them,  Francis Cullen and Edward Latessa have PhD's and teach at the University of Cincinnati.

Dillman's (1978) total design method—a survey methodology that typically secures high response rates

NCAA rule infractions—“cheating”—are widespread rests on a shaky empirical foundation

"On the other hand, 42.1% to 61.1% of the sample reported not having enough money for various activities during the school year, suggesting a measure of financial strain among the student-athletes." 

"Why should players not be able to sell their property—such as rings for bowl victories—for cash? If a coach is paid $3.5 million, then why should players not be able to profit from their labors?"

"To be sure, much plausible speculation now abounds as to why student-athletes break NCAA regulations: They are economically deprived, they do not believe in the morality of NCAA regulations, they are increasingly drawn from a society where deviance reigns, enforcement of regulations is lax, the emphasis on winning creates structural pressures for rule violations, and so on."

My research topic is exploring the idea that college athletes should be treated more maturely oppose to their amatuer label. That includes allowing these student athletes to accept benefits and additional compensation that they earn and deserve. This article highlights the mindset that sets apart these college athletes from their amateur state. As mentioned within the article, many athletes break the rules. The number of NCAA infractions over the past years specifically regarding illegal benefits has become very common. Athletes don't seem to have respect for the tight rules that the NCAA operates on. It's ultimately time for a change.