Murder
Prosecutors have described the shooting on the University of Virginia's campus as a "targeted" attack, with all three student-athletes who were killed, Lavel Davis Jr, Devin Chandler, and D'Sean Perry, having died from gunshot wounds to their heads. The medical examiner confirmed the cause
Murder
The University of Virginia community was left reeling on Sunday night after a shooting on a bus returning from a field trip left three football players dead and two others injured. Devin Chandler, Lavel Davis Jr., and D'Sean Perry were identified as the victims, all of whom were
Football
Throughout October, Dick's Sporting Goods will feature a variety of pink ribbon items in its stores and online, as part of its "October -- The Power of Pink" campaign supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The company will donate $250,000 to the NBCF and encourage
Football
A former Ohio high school teacher has been convicted of having sex with five students, sparking concerns about teacher-student relationships and the consequences of abuse of power. Stacy Schuler, 33, was accused of having sex with the five Mason High School students, some of whom were football players, at her
Football
This weekend, thousands of communities across the country are kicking off their American Youth Football (AYF) season, marking the largest membership in the history of organized football. Despite concerns over the safety of the sport, AYF has experienced a 30% growth in membership, adding 30% more teams to its roster.
Football
Cedric Benson, the NFL running back and former University of Texas star, has pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor assault charge and has been sentenced to 20 days in jail. According to the plea deal, Benson will begin serving his sentence on October 17, during the Cincinnati Bengals' bye
Football
The National Federation of High Schools has implemented new concussion rules for high school athletes, emphasizing the importance of caution and safety in treating head injuries. As part of these changes, officials and coaches will closely monitor athletes for signs and symptoms of concussions, and those displaying such signs will
Football
Mike Capers, a junior at Chartiers Valley, has overcome a significant injury to become a top prospect in both football and basketball. Before fracturing a bone in his right foot in the fifth game of the season, Capers had led the team to a 5-0 start, throwing for 501 yards
Football
On November 3, 2009, the House Energy and Commerce Committee held a hearing to discuss the NFL StarCaps case and its implications for sports' anti-doping programs. The hearing featured witness testimony from National Football League (NFL) Commissioner Roger Goodell, NFL Players Association Executive Director DeMaurice Smith, Rob Manfred, Executive
Football
As the issue of performance-enhancing drug use in professional sports continues to be a pressing concern, the recent court decision in the StarCaps case threatens to undermine the progress made in reducing steroid use by athletes. Professional sports leagues and players' associations have established tougher testing policies and codes
Professional football
Brad Childress, the 50-year-old head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, is starting a new chapter in his coaching career after leaving the Philadelphia Eagles as their quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator. Childress, a longtime friend and teammate of Andy Reid, is well-aware of the challenges that lie ahead for the
Professional football
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made his first public comments since taking over as commissioner, addressing concerns about steroid use and human growth hormone (HGH). Goodell stated that the league does not have a significant issue with HGH, but acknowledged the need to stay ahead of the problem. The NFL has
