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Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
16 hours ago

More teens are getting hooked on gambling. Parents say it often goes undetected

Gambling addiction among boys is rising, with 36% of U.S. boys aged 11 to 17 having gambled in the past year.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
1 day ago

Aliaksei Protas spoke to Nic Dowd about unfortunate head collision that led to injury: 'He's feeling way better now in terms of how the face looks'

Aliaksei Protas suffered an upper-body injury after a collision with Nic Dowd, missing three games while Dowd returned to play despite a facial injury.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Prep talk: LA84 Foundation continues to be champion for youth sports

The LA84 Foundation has invested over $250 million in youth sports, emphasizing the importance of access and play equity.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Player strain, brain health and cyber threats high on FA priorities

The ongoing discussions regarding future structural changes to the game, such as the introduction of new tournaments (eg. Fifa Club World Cup), further intensify this challenge. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce the downtime available to elite players, affecting their recovery and overall well-being.
Soccer (FIFA)
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

How former Liverpool prospect found love for football again

Tyler Morton has adapted well to Lyon, finding purpose and a central role after leaving Liverpool for a new challenge in France.
Running
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

I Was a Division 1 Athlete Diagnosed With ALS at 30. Now I'm Pregnant With My First Child

Running defined my life until ALS changed everything.
LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
#youth-sports
Law
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Bill Linnane: I pay my son 5 for every try he scores - at least it gets him off his video games

Corruption and bribery in youth sports is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.
Education
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Long Island youths answering call to help fill officiating shortage

Teens in Long Island are training as umpires to address the officiating shortage in youth sports, ensuring proper gameplay for their peers.
Law
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Bill Linnane: I pay my son 5 for every try he scores - at least it gets him off his video games

Corruption and bribery in youth sports is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.
Education
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Long Island youths answering call to help fill officiating shortage

Teens in Long Island are training as umpires to address the officiating shortage in youth sports, ensuring proper gameplay for their peers.
fromSherdog
3 days ago

Ex-UFC champ shatters nose in training, elects against corrective surgery

"What a good day, and what a stupid accident...again. Five years after [my previous nose break], my nose is f---ed up even worse [laughs]. As you see, it's even more cracked the same direction, and when I touch [my nose], my bones are broken inside."
MMA
Washington Nationals
fromDefector
2 days ago

Is Konnor Griffin Actually 19 Years Old? Let's Discuss | Defector

Konnor Griffin's age as a 19-year-old MLB prospect is questioned due to various inconsistencies and comparisons to other young players.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
3 days ago

What You Do After Training Matters More Than You Think

After a tough workout, your body enters a state of stress: muscle fibers are damaged, energy stores are depleted, and hydration levels drop. This is a critical moment. If your body gets the right nutrients, it starts rebuilding immediately. If not, recovery slows down, and so does progress.
Alternative medicine
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Prep talk: Jessie Christensen is the MacGyver of St. John Bosco football

Every football program benefits from having a versatile operations director like Jessie Christensen, who manages all aspects of the program.
#ncaa
fromESPN.com
5 days ago
National Basketball Association

NCAA proposes barring players who opt into, remain in draft

Boston Celtics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Lesson of a Thrilling March Madness

The NCAA tournament showcases that financial changes in college sports do not diminish the passion and quality of the game.
#high-school-baseball
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago
Atlanta Braves

Prep sports roundup: No. 2 St. John Bosco holds off No. 1 Orange Lutheran in baseball showdown

St. John Bosco defeated Orange Lutheran 7-4 in a key baseball matchup, capitalizing on walks and a crucial double from James Clark.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Atlanta Braves

Prep sports roundup: Bishop Alemany takes two of three games vs. Harvard-Westlake

Alemany defeated Harvard-Westlake, showcasing strong performances from players including Brody Thompson and Chase Stevenson.
Atlanta Braves
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep sports roundup: No. 2 St. John Bosco holds off No. 1 Orange Lutheran in baseball showdown

St. John Bosco defeated Orange Lutheran 7-4 in a key baseball matchup, capitalizing on walks and a crucial double from James Clark.
Atlanta Braves
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Prep sports roundup: Bishop Alemany takes two of three games vs. Harvard-Westlake

Alemany defeated Harvard-Westlake, showcasing strong performances from players including Brody Thompson and Chase Stevenson.
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Payton doesn't see influx of NFL players in U.S. flag football

I think when this first was announced, there was this feeling there would be 10 NFL players on that roster, and I'll be surprised if there's one. I think we have plenty of players that can acclimate, but it's going to take a month or two.
National Football League
fromGreenpointers
5 days ago

Williamsburg Soccer Club Opening Permanent Facility in Former Home of The Play Lab - Greenpointers

Opening this permanent location means more opportunity for kids to play soccer indoors in North Brooklyn. We're so excited to expand our offerings and be able to bring different programming to our community.
Brooklyn
Atlanta Falcons
fromThe Falcoholic
5 days ago

Kaleb McGary 'could' be back by training camp, per Kevin Stefanski

The Atlanta Falcons face uncertainty in their tackle depth, particularly regarding Kaleb McGary's recovery from injury.
#nfl
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

NFL partners with TMRW Sports for pro flag football league

The NFL is launching a professional flag football league for men and women, supported by all 32 teams and notable investors.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

NFL partners with TMRW Sports for pro flag football league

The NFL is launching a professional flag football league for men and women, supported by all 32 teams and notable investors.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Stanford's First Football Spring Practice in SF in 14 Years (Kezar Stadium)

Stanford Football will hold a free spring practice at Kezar Stadium on April 11, featuring activities and an autograph session.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
6 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

How a D1 College Baseball Player is Raising a Toddler Alongside His Teammates

15-month-old Grayson McNelis, son of outfielder Chaz McNelis, threw the first pitch for the University of Arizona baseball team.
NYC parents
fromThe Spun
1 week ago

High School Football Player Accidentally Killed By Teammate in New York

Ka'mardre Coleman, a Brooklyn high school football player, was accidentally shot and killed by a teammate who has been charged with manslaughter.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 days ago

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

Crown King Scramble 50k offers a consistent and challenging course for runners, fostering a strong community and personal growth through endurance.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Just a lesson for us, asks Askou after Slattery ban

Consistency in enforcing bans for simulation is crucial to change the culture in football and maintain trust with stakeholders.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

The player who tackled cancer and now wants to take on the world

David Brooks overcame cancer and returned to football, showcasing resilience and motivation despite missing the World Cup due to illness.
#child-development
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
6 days ago
Alternative medicine

Signs Your Child May Need Pediatric Physical Therapy

Children develop movement skills at different rates, and delays in milestones may indicate a need for pediatric physical therapy.
Parenting
Research indicates today's children are more empathetic and less narcissistic than previous generations, contradicting widespread public perception of declining youth mental health and resilience.
Parenting
Research indicates today's children are more empathetic and less narcissistic than previous generations, contradicting widespread public perception of declining youth mental health and resilience.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep sports roundup: Sherman Oaks Notre Dame wins opener at National Classic

Sherman Oaks Notre Dame won 7-4 against Corona Santiago in the National Classic, showcasing strong batting and a stellar performance from closer Malakye Matsumoto.
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Crossing the line: Emotional abuse in college sports

Marta Galic faced emotional abuse and humiliation during basketball practice, impacting her love for the sport and highlighting issues in athlete treatment.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

My plan to overhaul academy system and help young players

The current football academy system fails to support young players who are released, leading to significant mental health issues and tragic outcomes.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Family grateful as defibrillator saves linesman's life

A 73-year-old assistant referee collapsed twice during a football match and was revived using a defibrillator, highlighting the critical importance of having automated external defibrillators at all sports venues.
Snowboarding
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This genius helmet sticker helps protect athletes' brains

The Crash Patch, a helmet sticker technology developed by Klick Health and The Snow League, detects major head impacts and could make head injury detection accessible to athletes across all helmet-based sports.
Women
fromBBC
1 week ago

More than the Score - Sporting JAX: How to start a football club - BBC Sounds

Sporting Club Jacksonville is the first professional women's team from the city, currently leading in the USL Super League.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Teenage footballer dies during academy match

A 15-year-old Oxford United academy footballer died after collapsing during a match against Fulham on Saturday afternoon.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Athlete mocked for saying she's traumatized from rooming with someone she later found out was trans - LGBTQ Nation

Former SJSU volleyball player Brooke Slusser faces social media criticism for claiming trauma from discovering a transgender teammate was trans, despite no negative incidents occurring during their friendship and cohabitation.
Skiing
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

EXCLUSIVE: Alysa Liu Has Advice for Parents Pushing Kids to Stay in Sports: 'Don't'

Olympic skater Alysa Liu retired at 16 after Beijing Olympics, then returned to competition with renewed joy, demonstrating that taking breaks from sports can benefit talented young athletes.
SF parents
fromwww.sbsun.com
1 month ago

12-year-old California soccer player dies after collapse

A 12-year-old soccer player collapsed and died after practice in San Bernardino with no known medical history, cause of death pending investigation.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Girls' Sports Are Getting More Physical

Girls increasingly participate in contact sports like ice hockey, rugby, and football, reversing historical restrictions on physical aggression in women's athletics.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Prep talk: Your guide to state basketball and soccer championships in Sacramento

It's time for the CIF state championships in basketball and soccer (first time for soccer) in Sacramento on Friday and Saturday. Basketball will be played at Golden 1 Center. Soccer is at Natomas High.
Los Angeles Rams
SF parents
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

Try Soccer for Free: Kids Demo Day (Palo Alto)

A free soccer demo day occurs March 7th at Rinconada Park with age-specific sessions for children ages 1-5 years old.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

This Would Never Fly in High School Sports. Why Is It OK for Team USA?

Most U.S. men's Olympic hockey players have failed to meaningfully apologize for laughing at Trump's misogynistic joke about the women's team, with only one player offering a direct apology.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why does Scotland lead the way on football headers?

Scottish Premiership players perform significantly more headers per match than other European top leagues, with 42.5 aerial duels compared to 28.5 in France and 28.7 in England.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Watching my six year old deadlift 35kg was pretty cool': meet the children who work out

People tell me it will stunt their growth or that it's dangerous, she says. She is also often accused of forcing her children to train, when actually it all started the other way round. What child doesn't look at their parents and want to do what they're doing?
Parenting
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

12-year-old dies after collapsing during soccer practice in San Bernardino

A 12-year-old boy collapsed and died during soccer practice in San Bernardino on a day with temperatures reaching 88 degrees; the cause of death remains undetermined.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Sondheimer: A family turns to high school sports to reduce stress from tragedy

Because everything there reminds me of Johnny," she said. My reaction was silence and determination to make sure common sense prevailed to make sure her senior son, Jake, a top pitcher who transferred from Palm Desert to Rancho Christian, had this continuing stress resolved after an already awful ordeal engulfed him and his parents for months.
SF parents
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Youth at Risk With Empathic Intervision

Empathic intervision in youth support groups cultivates integrative empathy, building resilience, belonging, and agency through structured dialogue, deep listening, and practical empathic skills.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Parents Are Getting Tasered, Punched, and Arrested Over a Seemingly Benign Activity. It Didn't Used to Be Like This.

They were right. If you've been around interscholastic sports long enough, you can sense trouble. The real problem arrived in the fourth quarter, when two players tackled each other at half court. Coaches and teammates rushed in, and one boy appeared to kick the player from the opposing team. Security and administrators broke up the tussle, but this time parents made it to the center of the action.
US news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Fifa wants injured players to stay off for one minute

IFAB proposes injured players be required to remain off the field for one minute to reduce time-wasting and improve match flow.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A Mass. middle school basketball coach collapsed during a game. The opposing coach sprang into action.

"I'm a medical doctor, even if I'm coaching - don't even hesitate to help someone," Haffer told Boston.com.
Public health
Silicon Valley
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

The kids 'picked last in gym class' gear up for Super Bowl | TechCrunch

The Super Bowl at Levi's Stadium will attract many tech executives and wealthy investors, featuring expensive tickets, major AI-company presence, and competitive tech advertising.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep talk: Los Alamitos is rising in basketball with young team gaining experience

Los Alamitos Griffins overcame low expectations and early struggles to reach an 8-6 record despite returning zero starters, led by Tyler Lopez and Isaiah Williamson.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Photos: An East Palo Alto school celebrates a new football field and Sports for All Hub

A collaboration of community, government, business and sports organizations helped create the new Sports for All Hub at Los Robles Ronald McNair Academy in East Palo Alto. The grand opening of the full-size football field was celebrated with speakers, a ribbon cutting and a flag football clinic. The Bay Area Host Committee invited the community to the Sports for All Ribbon Cutting event to officially open the first-ever regulation football field in East Palo Alto.
East Bay (California)
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Four Strategies That Improve Pain and Athletic Performance

You feel an unpleasant sensation - like a sinking feeling of anxiety in your stomach as the game begins, and you think, "I'm anxious. Here we go again. I'm about to blow it." You feel your pain increasing, and the thoughts churn: "Great. I'll probably miss a whole week of work." Imagined catastrophes fill your mind. Manage these thoughts with the 3 C's: Catch it, Check it, and Change it.
Mindfulness
Public health
fromJezebel
1 month ago

The Stupidest Sport of All Time Has Been Found: Professional Concussion Receiving

Unregulated 'run it straight' collision contests pose near-certain risk of catastrophic brain injury and death while being irresponsibly promoted as legitimate athletic competition.
#high-school-basketball
fromScience of Running
1 month ago

Fit and Fast: Achieving Robustness in Training

In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus discuss the concept of 'fit but flat,' exploring the phenomenon where athletes excel in metabolic fitness but fail to perform competitively due to a lack of neuromuscular coordination. Using examples like middle-distance runner Ingram Brion, the hosts delve into how metabolic training alone can lead to race failures.
Running
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area middle schooler picked as NFL PLAY 60 Super Kid, GMA's kid correspondent

"You got these two free Super Bowl tickets," Resendez's coach said when the news was revealed to her. Resendez responded with an excited "What?!" Resendez is also serving as Good Morning America's Kid Correspondent throughout Super Bowl Week. Resendez plays tight end on her school's flag football team and says she is looking forward to interviewing the athletes leading up to the big game.
National Football League
US news
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

NFL athletes help students celebrate new sports field in East Palo Alto

A $5.5 million renovation delivered a regulation multi-sport Los Robles-Ronald McNair field in East Palo Alto, benefiting local youth and honoring former players.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

PFA wants fewer headers for pros, none for kids to stop CTE

The PFA issues CTE prevention guidelines limiting professionals to 10 headers weekly and banning headers for children under 12 to reduce lifetime head impacts.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

A 'new sport' with 'room to improve' - how is Baller League doing?

Baller League UK's six-a-side competition attracts large younger audiences and claims greater live viewership among 16–28-year-olds than the Premier League.
Women
fromDefector
1 month ago

Team USA's Speedy Children Delivered A Beatdown Of Canada | Defector

U.S. women's hockey routed Canada 5-0, signaling sustained American dominance driven by younger, faster players and strategic coaching changes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The hidden hierarchy of tennis practice courts: I was back in the park, smelling the weed'

On a cool Wednesday afternoon before the US Open last year, Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev were busy fine-tuning their games in an intense practice set at Louis Armstrong Stadium. Danielle Collins and Christian Harrison, semi-finalists in the mixed doubles tournament, were scheduled to take their place at the hour and the American pair duly arrived a couple of minutes before their allotted slot.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Prep talk: It's a family affair for El Camino Real boys and girls soccer

The head coach for the defending City Section Open Division champion boys soccer team is Ian Kogan, whose daughter, Jordyn, is a top defender for the El Camino Real girls team. In two seasons, Kogan and girls coach Eric Choi will be talking even more, because arriving in the fall 2027 will be Jordyn's sister, Peyton, and Choi's daughter, Leighton. "I can't wait," Choi said.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

What happens during a football medical?

A medical is used to assess the overall health and fitness of a potential signing, as well as identifying any underlying medical issues they may have. There is no legal requirement for players to have a medical before a transfer, but they do help a club to decide whether to complete a signing. A medical test can take as long as six hours, and includes:
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Premier League is committed to the care and support of young players | Letter

Premier League academies provide comprehensive, regulated youth development with mandatory education, safeguarding, psychology, transition support and aftercare emphasizing mental health and career planning.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I am terrible at football but love playing. Can I change my game completely in my mid-30s?

If I told you I have played football for 15 years, you'd probably assume that I'm decent. Unfortunately, I am not. I have three left feet and a not-very-convincing shot on goal. Despite how many years I have put into the sport, these things show little to no improvement. I play football for the joy of it: the rush of the first whistle; the exhilaration of making a successful tackle or a clever pass;
Soccer (FIFA)
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