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University of Illinois fires A.D. Mike Thomas
The University of Illinois announced today it has parted ways with Athletic Director Mike Thomas following an external review of abuse allegations within the football and women's basketball programs. [caption id="attachment_14525" align="alignrigh...
Vision, purpose and values are crucial to athletic programs
After I graduated college, in a fit of reckless abandon that had nothing to do with my bachelor’s in history, I decided to become a coach. I was looking for something interesting, fun and not necessarily practical. My idea was always to be happy...
Adidas joins fight to end Native American nicknames
Adidas has announced a new initiative to help schools ditch their Native American nicknames. The company plans to offer free design resources for schools looking to drop their Native American mascots, nicknames, imagery or symbolism. Adidas made t...
School broke law by discriminating against transgender student
An Illinois school district violated the law by barring a transgender student-athlete from the girls' locker rooms, federal authorities concluded this week. [caption id="attachment_14502" align="alignright" width="297"] An Illinois transgender hi...
Louisiana 11th state to endorse Heads Up Football program
The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) and the Louisiana High School Coaches Association have endorsed USA Football’s Heads Up Football program for the betterment of the state’s student-athletes. The LHSAA is the 11th high school ...
Wis. high school students develop app to track school spirit
Three seniors at Menomonee High School (Wis.) have created an app designed to support school spirit, which could be beneficial to athletic directors trying to track attendance at games. [caption id="attachment_14243" align="alignright" width="318...
Praying high school football coach placed on paid leave
A Washington high school football coach has been placed on paid leave after ignoring district orders that he not continue his postgame prayer ritual. [caption id="attachment_14320" align="alignright" width="260"] Bremerton High School (Wash.)[/cap...
House committee to examine Missouri activities association
A Missouri House of Representatives committee today began a two-day discussion examining the state association that governs high school sports. Rep. Steve Cookson, who chairs the 19-member committee, said the group will examine the Missouri State ...
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