Athletic Administration Archives - Page 11 of 202

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January 24, 2022

The Advantages of Fabric Structures for Your Training Facility

When it comes to athletics, schools and businesses are constantly looking for ways to improve their facilities. From organized sports to exercising in a local gym, the design of a gym building needs to create an environment where athletes or guests c...

January 20, 2022

CDC Recommends Schools Cancel High-Risk Sports & Activities

by Wesley Sykes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is facing criticism after suggesting schools should cancel sports and extracurricular activities – including football, wrestling, choir, and band – due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. The ...

January 19, 2022

MHSA Adds Basketball Shot Clock, Baseball

by Wesley Sykes

There will be some changes in the Montana High School Association (MHSA) next year, starting with the decision to add a shot clock to high school basketball games, according to a report from MontanaSports.com. The decision on whether or not to imp...

January 17, 2022

NY Cheerleaders Petition State to Move Championships Over Vaccine Mandate

by Wesley Sykes

Nearly 12,000 people have signed an online petition encouraging the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) to move its competitive cheerleading competition because of a vaccine requirement at Rochester Institute of Technolo...

January 12, 2022

Tennessee Lawmaker Attempted to ‘Pants’ Referee During HS Game

by Wesley Sykes

A Tennessee House Republican has apologized after trying to fight and pants a referee at a high school basketball game. Rep. Jeremy Faison apologized for the incident in a tweet on Tuesday. "I acted the fool tonight. I'm hoping to be able to mak...

January 10, 2022

What the Athletic Facilities Landscape Will Look Like in 2030

by Wesley Sykes

In the never-ending arm's race among professional and collegiate athletic programs having top-notch facilities, everyone is looking for the latest technology and design layouts. A recent article from CNBC.com highlighted what some of the top sport...

January 10, 2022

Big Ten Conference Creates Sports Data & Analytics Department

by Wesley Sykes

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced the formation of the Sports Data and Analytics Department, which will focus on collecting, synthesizing, and utilizing data and analytics for all areas of the organization. This department is cha...

January 10, 2022

Are Male Athletes Affected by Eating Disorders?

by Wesley Sykes

Eating disorders are not just a female athletes’ issue. According to an article in the Journal of Clinical Sports Psychology, an estimated 8% of male athletes, as compared to 33% of female athletes, also have serious eating disorders (anorexia, ...

January 10, 2022

Gators Add Tiger Jones, Paul Silvestri to Football Staff

by Wesley Sykes

Tiger Jones was announced as the Gators director of speed improvement and skill development by head coach Billy Napier on Saturday while announcing Paul Silvestri's hiring as the team's director of sports health. Jones arrives at The Swamp after s...

January 10, 2022

UPenn Swimming Star Beaten By Another Transgender Athlete

by Wesley Sykes

A University of Pennslyvania swimmer Lia Thomas, a transgender woman, was defeated in her first competition since a record-breaking performance. During the Ivy League meet featuring UPenn, Dartmouth, and Yale, Iszac Henig, a transitioning male fro...