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New Jersey announces new rules for transgender athletes
New Jersey's athletic association on Wednesday announced new rules for transgender high school athletes. Under the new regulations, a transgender student is defined as a student whose gender identity differs from that student’s birth sex. Transg...
Marist College drops ‘Shooter’ as mascot name
Marist College's sports mascot is no longer known as "Shooter," a change made last month in light of mass shootings throughout the nation. The college, roughly 80 miles north of New York City, made the switch with little publicity. But Director of...
Poll: Should high school sports have no-cut policies?
In October, Coach & Athletic Director asked readers whether high school athletic programs should have no-cut policies. Some schools enforce no-cut policies as a way to increase involvement and assure every student the opportunity to reap the ben...
Study: Specialization increases risk of serious injury
Year-round specialization does not improve an athletes chances of playing professionally. Instead, according to a new study, it increases the risk of serious injury. The latest report confirms what dozens of studies have already concluded in recen...
Fence screens help create first-class athletic facilities
{Sponsored} Your athletic department is a brand. Your presence must be felt online, on social media, in the community and on campus. The latter may be the most important, especially at West Valley College in Saratoga, California. “We wer...
Poll: Should high school athletics have no-cut policies?
In October, Winning Hoops asked readers whether high school athletic programs should have no-cut policies. Some schools enforce no-cut policies as a way to increase involvement and assure every student the opportunity to reap the benefits of educatio...
Four tips for bonding with players
In attending various clinics and speaking with dozens of coaches over the last few years, it’s become clear that the “secret to success” goes beyond game film and intense practices. It takes a true family atmosphere. This is imperative at al...
New school calls for a new tradition
Floyd Central High School, located in Langley, Kentucky, opened its doors in 2017 and brought together two football rivals: Allen Central High School and South Floyd High School. Prior to the merger, some 20 miles separated the schools. Today, the...
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