Quick Hits....

"Pay attention. I hate to say, but those are wonderful seats. You paid a lot of money for them ... the fact that you're right there. I watch and you see people turning their back to the field. You just can't do it" – Cubs manager Joe Maddon, when asked for a solution to the issue of fan safety at MLB games (CHICAGOTRIBUNE.com, 8/23).

"I was surprised and disappointed, obviously. There is no place for that behavior in any environment. I was shocked and disappointed and felt painful for the victims who were involved" – Ohio State AD Gene Smith, on the resignation of Minnesota AD Norwood Teague (247SPORTS.com, 8/22).

"While it's very early, it has all the makings of a future sport" – RSE Ventures co-Founder & CEO Matt Higgins, on the future of the Drone Racing League (L.A. TIMES, 8/23).