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October 28, 2015

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 ...

October 28, 2015

Judge dismisses concussions lawsuit against Illinois athletic association

An Illinois circuit court judge on Tuesday dismissed a class action lawsuit against the state's athletic association that sought new guidelines on how schools protect athletes from concussions. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of former high school fo...

October 28, 2015

House committee examines 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 High...

October 23, 2015

Popovich to succeed Krzyzewski as Team USA coach

From USAB.comThe future leadership for the USA Basketball Men's National Team was disclosed today when USA Basketball Chairman Jerry Colangelo officially announced that five-time NBA championship and longtime San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovi...

October 22, 2015

Survey: Should prayer be allowed in athletic programs?

In September, Coach and Athletic Director asked readers whether coaches or athletes should be allowed to lead their teams in prayer. The issue has been debated over the last few months as coaches and schools have found themselves in hot water for al...

October 22, 2015

Call for proposals: 2016 Team Sports Conference & Expo

Next year, we will launch the Team Sports Conference & Expo at Chicago's Navy Pier, the premier event for coaches, athletic directors and athletic trainers.In addition to our show floor featuring some of the top products in the team sports industry, ...

October 21, 2015

Injuries force California HS to end football season

Another high school is ending its football season early, blaming mounting injuries that have put the team's remaining players at risk. Palos Verdes Peninsula High School (California) made the announcement Tuesday, canceling the team's remaining th...

October 19, 2015

Maine high school cancels football team’s season

Last month, three high school football players from different states died after sustaining injuries on the field. One school has now decided enough is enough. [caption id="attachment_14356" align="alignright" width="308"] Camden Hills cancelled ...