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Washington bill could increase penalties for violence against referees
A potentially new bill could be stricter penalties for those who attack referees or other officials during school sporting events in Washington. Under current state law, it is a gross misdemeanor for anyone to “interfere by force or violence” ...

Former Olympic gymnasts suspended by SafeSport over abuse claims
Two former Olympic gymnasts have been banned from coaching due to alleged abuse of young students. The US Center for SafeSport suspended Anna Li, 36, from all USA Gymnastics-affiliated coaching for nine months and her mother Jiani Wu, 58, for a year...

New UNC coach Bill Belichick hits recruiting trail
New North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick — along with his son and Tar Heels defensive coordinator Steve Belichick — has started visiting potential college recruits. The former New England Patriots and six-time Super Bowl-winning h...

Former Utah State AD sues institution over alleged violations in his termination
A former Utah State University deputy athletic director has recently filed a lawsuit against the college for violating state law and its own policy when he was terminated over the summer. Jerry Bovee filed the lawsuit in late December, seeking mor...

Kansas HS basketball team forfeits game over obscure rule
A Kansas high school boys' basketball team has been forced to forfeit a game due to an obscure rule infraction. The Segwick High School boys' team was forced to forfeit a January 7 game against Berean Academy because of an alumni scrimmage held ov...

4 traits developed through football
High school football is more than a pursuit of athletic success — it’s a formative experience that shapes student-athletes in profound ways. While touchdowns and championships are highlights, the sport’s real impact is found in the lessons and ...

In-season training schedules at Lenoir-Rhyne University
Lenoir-Rhyne University is a small college located in Hickory, North Carolina. Since 2011, our football program has won seven conference championships, appeared in seven NCAA DII playoffs with one national championship appearance, and produced two NF...

9 tips to enhance community engagement efforts
Generally, community engagement means or includes purposefully getting involved to make a difference, having an impact upon, or helping a segment or aspect of the individuals and organizations within a locality. Logically, you may wonder what this ha...