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Mississippi State’s Athlete Engineering Summit Highlights Future of Human Performance
The future of human performance was on display during Mississippi State University’s inaugural Athlete Engineering Summit. The two-day event held at East Mississippi Community College’s Communiversity featured shared expertise from industry, m...
NCAA Updates NIL Guidance to Schools to Remove Boosters from Recruiting Process
The NCAA Division I Board of Directors on Monday issued guidance to schools regarding the intersection between recruiting activities and the name, image, and likeness (NIL) environment. Board members emphasized continued support for the ability of...
NCAA Commissioners Meet with D.C. Lawmakers about NIL Policies
Two Power 5 commissioners met with United States senators in Washington D.C. this week to ask for legislative help surrounding the NCAA's Name, Image, and Likeness policies. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey and Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff met...
Fuel Timing to Optimize Performance
Meal and nutrient timing can be key components of an athlete’s performance and recovery. When it comes to athletic performance, oftentimes the minor details lead to major payoffs. In the context of an athlete’s day, pre-, intra-, and post-exercis...
Study: One-Sport High School Athletes Prone to Injury, Burnout
High school students who focus on one sport are more likely to get injured or suffer from burnout. But new research from the University of Georgia suggests their motivation for specializing in one sport is pure: love of the game and competition. P...
Illinois Athletics Will Not Field Div. 1 Hockey Team
The University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics has concluded its exploration of Division I men's ice hockey and, barring an unforeseen change, does not intend to add the sport, Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced. Effecti...
Rewire Fitness Launches First-to-Market Neuro Performance Mobile Platform for Athletes
Rewire Fitness announced the launch of its first-to-market neuro performance mobile platform designed to holistically quantify athlete readiness, build mental resilience, and improve mind/body recovery. To further elevate the athlete experience, Rewi...
Northwood University eSports Athlete Turns Pro
Northwood University’s Varsity Overwatch team has found many successes over the past two years, most of which can be attributed to the hard work of its players. But one player has stood out: Landon McGee. Hailing from Jupiter, Florida, this Nort...
