College sports
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, has reintroduced the Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act to strengthen school procedures for preventing, identifying, and treating students who sustain concussions in school sports. The bill is endorsed by major professional and college sports organizations. The legislation aims to implement a "when
Sports associations
Japan's sports organizations have long struggled with reports of physical and verbal abuse against athletes. However, a recent development has given new hope to those fighting against such mistreatment. The Japan Association of Athletics Federations (JAAF) has issued a Human Rights Policy and an Integrity Code of Conduct,
Sports associations
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) marked a significant milestone in its inaugural season in 2025, with eight UCLA softball alumnae contributing to the league's success. The AUSL's championship trophy was claimed by the Talons, featuring players such as Sharlize Palacios, who credits the league'
College sports
Western Illinois University was awarded a prestigious Accelerating Academic Success Program (AASP) grant from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to further boost student-athlete academic success and graduation rates. For the second consecutive year, WIU is among 19 colleges and universities selected to receive up to $100,000 in funding
College sports
As the new school year begins, a growing number of student-athletes have successfully challenged the National Collegiate Athletic Association's (NCAA) Five-Year Rule in court, allowing them to continue their collegiate careers. The decisions, which have been issued in several U.S. District Courts, have led to the NCAA
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The Philippines will showcase its talent at the 3rd Asian Youth Games, set to take place from October 22 to 31 in Manama, Bahrain. The country's Olympic Committee has announced that a compact team of 136 promising athletes will compete in 16 sports, with the aim of matching
Sports associations
The dispute between Oluwatobi Amusan, the world record holder in the women's 100 metres hurdles, and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria has brought to the forefront the ongoing challenges facing Nigerian athletics administration. Amusan's publicized concerns over the inadequate provision of competition gear have sparked widespread
Sports associations
The 20th World Athletics Championships, held in Tokyo, Japan from September 13 to 21, 2025, saw several Nigerian athletes voicing concerns over poor welfare and inadequate facilities. Athletes like Tobi Amusan, Blessing Okagbare, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, Favour Ofili, Ese Brume, and Samuel Ogazi expressed frustration with the treatment they received from
Youth
The CAIXA Brasilia 2025 Youth Games, sponsored by the Brazilian Government, have officially opened in Brasilia, featuring 4,700 athletes registered for 20 sports until September 25th. The event is part of the country's efforts to bring sports democratically to all venues, providing the best possible facilities and
Youth
The attention surrounding sprint phenomenon Gout Gout has obscured the growth and depth of Australian athletics, which is set to be showcased at the world championships in Japan. With 86 athletes, including 10 genuine medal contenders, Australia is poised to make a significant impact in Tokyo. Key Takeaways: * Despite the
Sports associations
Monmouth University's Athletics are preparing to undergo significant changes following the school's decision to opt into the House vs. NCAA settlement. The landmark ruling, established in May 2024, allows Division I college athletes to receive pay directly from universities and sets up a revenue-sharing model for
Sports associations
The Nigeria Wrestling Federation has expressed concerns over the refusal of entry visas to four of its athletes scheduled to participate in the 2025 World Wrestling Championships in Zagreb, Croatia. The athletes, Genesis Miessinne Mercy, Ogunsanya Tolulope Christianah, Ojo Damola Hannah, and Izolo Stephen Simon, have been fully accredited by
