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Louisiana bill makes it a crime to yell at referees, coaches
Louisiana parents who voice their frustrations with sports referees or coaches could now face the possibility of jail time. House Bill 184, introduced by Rep. Cameron Henry, only awaits the governor's signature before becoming law. The bill passed...
Kentucky spectator conduct policy suspends ejected fans
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) adopted a "spectator conduct" provision that suspends spectators who are ejected from games. The approved policy states that any adult spectator at a KHSAA sanctioned event who is removed by sc...
Maine becomes first state to ban Native American mascots
The Maine legislature last week unanimously passed a bill that bans the use of Native American mascots at public schools, colleges and universities. Gov. Janet Mills signed the bill into law on Thursday, and it goes into effect 90 days after the l...
Nebraska to use replay in high school football title games
Nebraska will begin using replay reviews in high school football championship games beginning next season. [caption id="attachment_16017" align="alignright" width="240"] Photo: Brian Cantoni[/caption] The Nebraska School Activities Association ...
NSCA announces 2019 career awards
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) has announced the winners of the organization’s 2019 career awards. The awards are given each year to individuals who have made significant contributions to the strength and conditioning com...
Illinois mandates background checks for high school referees
Illinois will now require background checks as part of the registration process for officiating high school sports. The Illinois High School Association's (IHSA) Board of Directors approved the change during its meeting last month. The policy goes...
Judge in girls football lawsuit orders survey to gauge interest
The fate of girls high school football in Utah could come down to a statewide survey, which will determine whether there's enough interest in the sport. In 2017, the parents of six high school girls filed a lawsuit against three school districts a...
Indiana passes mercy rule for football, suspensions for ejected fans
From the IHSAA Indiana's athletic association on Monday adopted a new mercy rule in football and gave schools the power to suspend unruly fans. The mercy rule goes into effect this fall. It was a joint effort with the Indiana Football Coaches A...
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