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Olympics bans transgender athletes from women’s sports
The new policy, which aligns with an executive order from Trump, will go into effect for the U.S.-hosted 2028 summer games.
Transgender women athletes banned from Olympics by new IOC policy on female eligibility
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday which aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on women’s sports ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Why Elite Athletes Train In The Heat & The Science Says You Should Too
The best part? You can do it at home.
Pupils tackle sports gender stereotypes with Guernsey athletes
La Houguette School have been running assemblies which aim to show sport is for everyone.
Poll: Vote for the Blue FCU Top Fort Collins-area Girls Winter Athlete
Vote for the top girls winter athlete. Nominees are from Liberty Common wrestling, Fossil/Wellington swim and Fort Collins/Windsor/Timnath basketball.
North Bay athletes of the week: Top performers in prep sports around region
Did you catch these standout performances?
18 Fort Collins-area athletes earn all-state honors for winter sports
18 Fort Collins-area high school athletes earned winter all-state honors, including three who were named Player of the Year in their sport and class.
Melania Trump’s very robotic White House guest
The storied White House East Room has welcomed politicians, foreign dignitaries, war heroes, celebrities and elite athletes, but on Wednesday, it was the setting for an extremely robotic speech introducing first lady Melania Trump.
Winter sports teams earn scholastic honors - Fayetteville-Manlius CSD
All 10 of the Fayetteville-Manlius School District Winter 2025-26 varsity sports earned Scholar-Athlete status from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Section III. This accomplishment is earned by 75% or more of the varsity roster having an average grade point average (GPA) of 90% or above; 171 student-athletes earned that accomplishment.
RPI Athletics Celebrates 50 Years of Women's Sports
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute proudly celebrates 50 years of women's varsity athletics—a milestone that reflects decades of progress, achievement, and opportunity for generations of student-athletes. What began as a commitment to expanding access in intercollegiate athletics has grown into a vibrant and competitive tradition that continues to shape the RPI community today.
'Beast' McTominay hailed for Napoli turnaround
"Beast of an athlete" Scott McTominay has been praised for the way he has gone from Manchester United "scapegoat" to Napoli great. Scotland assistant coach Steven Naismith revealed he had been impressed from the moment the 29-year-old midfielder joined the national squad.
Entertainment Poll: Who is the highest paid (annually), active athlete on the planet?
Test your knowledge!
Commentary: Morristown youth sports need more coaches—here’s how to help
A student aims to match experienced athletes with youth leagues in need of coaches.
How Maryland’s Megan Kelly Walter became a champion in two NCAA sports
Megan Walter was recruited as a two-sport athlete in field hockey and lacrosse coming out of Holton-Arms School in nearby Bethesda.
Chris Froome Joins Vekta Leadership Team to Help Shape Sports Performance of the Future
Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome to join Vekta as Chief Innovation Officer and Chair of the newly created Vekta Athlete Advisory Board.
Kalshi says it will crack down on politicians and athletes betting
Kalshi said the new features were aimed at preventing "bad actors" in sports and politics from engaging in insider trading.
Two-sport athlete Deron Russell gears up for state basketball tournament, but knows college football season isn't far away
Why are the Virginia Cavaliers sports teams also called the Wahoos?
The term “Wahoos” or “Hoos” are almost exclusively used by Virginia students when referring to their athletes and fans.
Dual-threat Dixon makes an impact beyond his own sport
Few athletes embody their sport and community like senior track and field athlete Ashriel Dixon.
Meet Three Sagehens Playing Spring Sports in 2026 | Pomona College in Claremont, California
The spring sports season offers a smorgasbord of options for Sagehens fans, with teams taking to the diamond, track, pool, field and golf course to test their mettle against Division III athletes from across the country.
Exclusive: Kalshi to block athletes and politicians from trading on their markets
Prediction market Kalshi plans to block athletes, coaches and officials from betting on their sports and to block political candidates from trading on their campaigns, Axios has learned.
Mills, Collins on opposite sides of trans athlete issue
Collins, who is seeking a sixth term, posted on social media over the weekend that she’s held a “longstanding position that transgender athletes should not compete in girls’ and women’s athletics.”
Cycling, crystals and cutting-edge science: the secrets of Hodgkinson and Hunter Bell’s success
The training duo who oversaw famous medal success in Torun believe the best is yet to come for their athletes
Free sports physicals return for public school students in Flagler and Volusia counties
Thousands of middle and high school students in public schools across Volusia and Flagler counties can receive free sports physicals this spring as AdventHealth helps young athletes prepare safely for the upcoming season.
Here are nearly 100 local high school spring sports stars to watch
Spring sports are rich with talented athletes. From baseball to track and soccer to swimming, here are nearly 100 Fort Collins-area stars to watch.
Peace of mind was Mikaela Shiffrin's biggest victory in 2026 Winter Olympics
Olympic legends Mikaela Shiffrin and Simone Biles are fierce advocates for athletes prioritizing their mental health.
Thru The Game is changing the game for athletes' mental health in Colorado
Scholar Athlete of the Week: Andra Stokes, Stevens High School
KSAT 12 Sports and CHRISTUS Children’s shine a spotlight on a local senior student athlete
Teaching Health Through Food: Kayla’s Passion for Nutrition
In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Renee Dease met with Special Olympics Michigan staff member, Health Messenger, and athlete, Kayla Cornell, to talk about how she empowers Special Olympics athletes to build healthier habits through practical cooking skills and nutrition education. Check out their conversation below.
Former OSU athletes talk mental health at Scioto County Mindset Matters Summit
Big names like former Ohio State Point Guard Scoonie Penn, Heisman Trophy winner Troy Smith, former Buckeye Bobby Carpenter, taking the stage at the event to talk with our very own Joseph Payton about mental health.
Sanford Sports launches in Black Hills region
Sanford Sports is expanding into the Black Hills, bringing its research-backed training programs and services to athletes across the region.
Senate rejects Trump-backed measure to ban trans athletes in female sports
The Senate on Saturday rejected an amendment to a far-reaching voting bill that would have barred transgender females from playing in girls’ and women’s sports.
G.O.P. Bid to Target Transgender Athletes Falls Flat in the Senate
In moving to bar transgender women and girls from women’s and girls’ sports, Republicans sought to put Democrats in an awkward political spot on a sensitive issue ahead of the midterm elections.
Senate blocks amendment on transgender athletes during weekend session
The amendment that was blocked by a 49-41 vote would create potential penalties for educational institutions that receive federal funding
Senate rejects Trump-backed measure to ban trans athletes in female sports
The chamber considered adding the measure to a far-reaching voting bill supported by the Republican president.
Democrats block SAVE America Act amendment to bar transgender athletes in women’s sports
Senate Democrats voted Saturday to defeat a Republican-sponsored amendment to the SAVE America Act that would prohibit transgender athletes from participating in girls’ or women’s sports, an …
Nebraska lands the commitment of 3-star athlete Kaden Howard
The feel-good momentum surrounding the Nebraska athletic department continues to build following the men’s basketball team’s first-round NCAA Tournament victory—and it’s now carrying over onto the recruiting trail. The Cornhuskers have secured a commitment from 3-star athlete Kaden Howard, a 5-foot-10, 160-pound playmaker out of Miami, Florida. Howard picked Nebraska over Louisville, West Virginia and […]
Why Wall Street is scouting college sports stars
Banks have realised the potential from tapping in to tomorrow’s elite - and by definition wealthy - athletes
Meet Mark Zuckerberg’s college roommate. He’s an Olympian-turned-VC exec who now invests in your favorite celebrity businesses
Building off his experience as an athlete, talent manager, and brand builder, Samyr Lainé has backed brands founded by Issa Rae, Kaley Cuoco, and Emma Watson.
Brady, NFL stars to test flag football skills vs. Team USA ahead of Olympics debut
Are NFL players better than flag football athletes at flag football? We could get the answer at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic this weekend.
What sports can teach us about Houston: Black Houston(s) Symposium returns to Rice
The fourth annual event will take place over March 26-27, bringing scholars, athletes, artists and community members together to examine sports as a social and cultural force.
Alumna supports students through sports
Alumna Chrystal Starling has built a dynamic career combining sports, education, and youth development. From Hokie student athlete to professional basketball player to assistant principal at a New York charter school, Starling credits writing and the influence of Nikki Giovanni for helping her find her voice and her purpose.
Sanford Sports launches in Black Hills region
Sanford Sports, the modern athletics arm of Sanford Health, is now available to athletes in the Black Hills region of South Dakota.
Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes
Global sports leaders reached consensus on a new set of eligibility criteria for transgender athletes in February.
Wisconsin Senate passes bills to legalize online sports betting, establish college athlete NIL rules
The Wisconsin Senate on Tuesday passed bills to legalize online sports betting and create rules for college athlete NIL payments.
It’s official. Maine will vote on proposal to ban trans athletes in girls sports.
The Maine secretary of state announced Tuesday that it had verified the signatures collected by proponents to get the measure on the November ballot.
Penguins Foundation and UPMC Western Behavioral Health to Host 3rd Annual Mental Health and Student-Athletes Symposium on April 15
On April 15, 2026, the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation in collaboration with UPMC Western Behavioral Health, UPMC Sports Medicine, and the Citrone Thirty-Three Foundation, will host its 3rd Annual Mental Health and Student-Athletes: Managing the Invisible Injury—a free educational symposium at PPG Paints Arena. The event will bring together coaches, athletic
Academic All-Big Ten Honors Announced for Winter Sports - Michigan State University Athletics
East Lansing, Mich . - The Big Ten Conference has acknowledged its fall sport student-athletes – including 58 across five sports from Michigan State – who ea...
Introducing the Ultimate Earbuds for Every Workout: Nike x Powerbeats Pro 2
The special-edition earbuds deliver premium sound that empowers athletes to tune out the noise, stay focused on their goals and push beyond their limits.
Colorado voters will decide whether transgender students can join girls’ sports
A ballot initiative that would require student athletes to only join sports teams that correspond to their biological sex has qualified for the November ballot, according to the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office. The measure includes a declaration that “males and females possess unique and immutable biological differences that manifest prior to birth and increase […]
Who was the best boys athlete on the Northshore for the week of March 8-14? Vote Now!
Help choose the best boys athlete in St. Tammany Parish for the week of March 8-14. You have until Wednesday at noon to vote!
A Week of Impact: Showcasing Inclusive Health at Special Olympics Ireland Site Visits
A weeklong series of site visits across Ireland highlighted innovative partnerships, athlete led initiatives, and institutional leadership advancing inclusive health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
How to recover after a workout
It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? This episode, build out your post-workout recovery routine. A sports medicine doctor, nutritionist and professional athlete break down everything you can do from the moment your last workout finishes to right before your next one begins – to feel better in your body, minimize your injury risk and get the most out of that gym session. This episode was originally published on Jan. 30, 2025Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit
Emotional Abuse in College Sports
March Madness is here. The high-stakes, sudden-death college basketball tournament is a beloved tradition in American sports. For the players, it’s a chance to showcase the skills they’ve developed through years of hard training of the body and mind. In many cases, that push produces incredible feats of athletic performance. But an investigation by reporters Julia Haney and Elizabeth Santos has found instances in which athletes allege that the push from coaches goes too far. Emotional abuse by coaches, some athletes maintain, can cause lasting, even irreparable damage. On this episode of The Sunday Story, we hear from athletes who fought back.*A warning that today’s story includes mentions of sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, bullying and includes explicit language.
Redding Sports Park hosts college volleyball tournament after near closure last year
Athletes and fans from across the region are heading to the Redding Sports Park, where a college volleyball tournament is drawing visitors after the facility...
Stick to sports or not, student-athletes need a voice in the room
President Donald Trump's college sports roundtable didn't include any current college players. They deserve a voice, not to be scapegoated.
Winter Sports Wind Down
From the slopes to the squash courts, Colby athletes enjoyed a winter of record-setting sports accomplishments.
At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities
At the Winter Paralympics, athletes with prosthetics often modify them to fit their bodies more precisely. That has led to some competitors starting their own businesses to help fellow amputees.
At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities
At the Winter Paralympics, athletes with prosthetics often modify them to fit their bodies more precisely. That has led to some competitors starting their own businesses to help fellow amputees.
PRWeek US Awards 2026: Best in Sports and Entertainment
Winner: Coca-Cola and Ogilvy; Honorable mention: Cetaphil and Lippe Taylor /Prompt
More Concussions Linked To Worse Brain Health Among Recent College Grads
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, March 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Former college athletes can show signs of concussion-related brain decline as early as five years after graduation, a new study says. Athletes who had three or more concussions during college play had worse scores on ...
When the Game Ends in Defection: A History of Athletes Seeking Asylum
Members of the Iranian soccer team who chose to remain in Australia this week are far from the first to travel to a competition and stay there.
Manheim Township senior is pursuing ambitious 2-sport dream in college
Football is the hardest sport for many athletes to leave behind. Jack Kenneff made this realization during the fall.
These Paralympians are redefining how Para athletes are portrayed. Here's how.
Increasing visibility for Para athletes is central to Culxtured’s mission. The collective also works to redefine how Para athletes are portrayed.
Pittsburgh Steelers, RB Rico Dowdle agree to $12.25M contract
The Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to a two-year, $12.25 million contract with running back Rico Dowdle, his agency, Athletes First, announced.
Who was the best girls athlete on the Northshore for the week of March 1-7? Vote now!
Vote for who you think was the best girls athlete on the Northshore last week.
Trump intervenes in NIL crisis that will 'destroy' college sports
US president Trump claims educational system will “go out of business” once colleges begin paying student-athletes later this year.
Henry Mebane: CHRISTUS Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute Athlete of the Week
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Henry Mebane is our CHRISTUS Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute Athlete of the Week. He is a student-athlete from Bishop Gorman Catholic School. Watch the video above to see all that he has accomplished, and once again, congrats to Henry.
Rep. John McGuire introduces 'Riley Gaines Act' on transgender athletes in women’s sports
Congressman John McGuire has introduced legislation he said would protect female athletes if transgender athletes compete in women’s sports.
Sabres honor local female sports leaders on Women in Sports Night
The Buffalo Sabres are proud to celebrate the contributions of female athletes, administrators and fans during our annual Girls and Women in Sports Night on Sunday, March 8 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. This year, we’ll be highlighting five women who have made a profound impact in the Western New
Loudoun Co. vet takes charge of dog health care in Iditarod race
These canines are no slouches — and the Loudoun County woman helping keep them healthy as the Iditarod kicks off calls them extreme athletes.
How three Paralympians are passing on lessons from sports and life to the next generation
Three Team USA Paralympic athletes are mentoring young students and passing on lessons from the field of competition and beyond.
24 Hours With Nike’s C.E.O. as He Races to Win Back the Sports World
Elliott Hill is traveling the globe to meet with leagues, teams and athletes to rebuild connections and spur a turnaround for the world’s largest athletic-wear company.
‘It can affect everyone’: Capitals therapist details mental health struggles athletes face
As the U.S. faces a mental health crisis, one therapist is telling WTOP that practicing mindfulness strategies could vastly improve struggles.
Arnold Sports Festival brings elite athletes, big crowds to Columbus
The 2026 Winter Paralympics have begun. Here are the 6 sports athletes are competing in
The Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics will feature a record number of athletes and medals across six sports: Para alpine skiing, Para biathlon, Para cross-country skiing, Para ice hockey, Para snowboard and wheelchair curling.
Virginia congressman introduces ‘Riley Gaines Act’ to protect women’s sports
The bill would allow female athletes to sue institutions that permit transgender women to compete.
Finding Strength in Community: Heather’s Mental Health Journey
In light of new research from Special Olympics Health published in JAMA Network Open, Renee Dease, a longstanding member of the Special Olympics movement, sat down with Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete and Health Messenger, Heather Holland, to talk about mental health, stigma, and the power of community.
Guide to the six sports at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics
The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics will feature a record number of athletes and medals across these six sports.
Experts see a wide data gap in women's sports science. This WNBA team owner wants to fix it
New York Liberty owner Clara Wu Tsai has a vested interest in getting the most out of female athletes
Experts see a wide data gap in women's sports science. This WNBA team owner wants to fix it
New York Liberty owner Clara Wu Tsai has a vested interest in getting the most out of female athletes.
MADISON KAIFAS-STEINER ’22 NAMED ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FOR RECREATION/CLUB SPORTS AND HEAD SPIRIT COACH
Syracuse, N.Y.- Le Moyne College Assistant Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletes and Campus Recreation Phil Brown has announced the hiring of Madison Kaifas-Steiner '22 as the Assistant Athletic Director for Recreation/Club Sports and Head Spirit Coach.
A guide to the sports, events and classifications of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics
The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics will feature 79 medal events across six sports. At the heart of everything is a rigorous classification process that all athletes must go through.
Jay High school athlete returns to sports after trainer’s quick action detects myocarditis
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A local high school athlete is back in the game after a medical scare that could have turned tragic.Braydon nowling is junior at jay high sch
Strib Varsity Athletes of the Week: Meet the seven winter sport standouts
Titan Friederichs, Parker Yaggie, Mat Matejka, Kinley Soiney, Luke Roschen, Addison Hudalla and Lauren Hurst all had a stellar week.
Arkansas, Tyson Foods strike major jersey patch deal that sends 90% of money to players
Arkansas may have found a new way to fund athletes: a Tyson Foods deal that sends 90 cents of every dollar to players.
Iowa State discontinues troubled women's gymnastics program
Iowa State is ending its women's gymnastics program. The school's AD called the move "the right decision for our athletics program and our student athletes," citing a pattern of issues within the program.
Plans for Mobile Sports Hall of Fame take another step forward
A plan to build a hall of fame dedicated to the Moilbe’s most accomplished athletes took one step forward Tuesday.
Rewriting the Playbook on Athlete Health: Kier named RWJF Scholar
UNCG's Lexi Kier has been named a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Research Scholar, a prestigious national distinction for doctoral students whose research has the potential to shape health policy across the United States.
Target 7: The Rising Costs of Youth Sports
A decline in parks and recreation funding is causing a boom in travel sports, increasing costs within family budgets and leaving some would-be athletes behind.
Who was the New Orleans area prep sports athlete of the week for Feb. 23-28? Vote now.
The past week in New Orleans area high school sports included several outstanding performances in many different sports.
Bans Against Trans Athletes Will Not “Save Women’s Sports”
Pushing trans athletes like Becky Pepper Jackson off the field enables discrimination and undercuts advancements in women’s sports.
Cleveland Clinic Establishes Women’s Integrated Sports, Exercise and Research Center
New Center will support the health, wellness and performance goals for female athletes at any age or ability
An N.F.L. Kicker, a Yankee and a Sports Reporter Walk Into the Midterms
As podcasts and talk radio blur the lines between sports and politics, professional athletes — many of whom have found encouragement from President Trump — are running in midterm elections.
An N.F.L. Kicker, a Yankee and a Sports Reporter Walk Into the Midterms
As podcasts and talk radio blur the lines between sports and politics, professional athletes — many of whom have found encouragement from President Trump — are running in midterm elections.
From baseball catcher to sport psychologist: alumnus helps student-athletes strengthen their mental game
Davy Phrathep ’19 played for the Division I FIU Panthers before going on to earn a doctorate.
Research in college and NFL athletes links early sports specialization to higher injury rates
/PRNewswire/ -- New research presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) studied college and National Football...
Research in college and NFL athletes links early sports specialization to higher injury rates
New research presented at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) studied college and National Football League (NFL) players to determine the long-term impact of early, single-sport specialization on injury risk. The studies showed that repetitive stress from focusing on one sport from a young age can have negative, lasting effects on the musculoskeletal system, potentially making them more prone to hip dysfunction, reduced function, and surgical interventi