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August 15, 2026

States can adopt shot clock for boys lacrosse starting next season

States can adopt a 70-second shot clock for high school boys lacrosse starting with the upcoming 2027 season. The new rule is one of 16 changes approved by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Boys Lacrosse Rules Co...

August 13, 2026

NFHS parent survey shows overwhelming support for education-based athletics

[caption id="attachment_27184" align="aligncenter" width="620"] The NFHS has published the results of its parent survey, revealing an overwhelming support for education-based athletics and activities. (Pictured: A high school football game in Mentor,...

August 11, 2026

NATA issues safety tips ahead of preseason practices, return to school

The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) has updated its secondary school sports safety recommendations as preseason practices begin and student-athletes head back to school, offering general questions and guidelines to ensure proper spor...

August 10, 2026

NCAA approves funding for women’s flag football championship

[caption id="attachment_39994" align="aligncenter" width="620"] The NCAA Board of Governors approved funding for a championship and sport committee in women’s flag football.[/caption] The NCAA Board of Governors has approved funding to support a...

August 6, 2026

Longtime technology execs launch athlete discovery platform

[caption id="attachment_43848" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Rule42 is a new sports technology company that aims to modernize the discovery process for athletes, scouts and teams. (Photo courtesy of Rule42)[/caption] Two tech industry executive...

August 5, 2026

NFHS reports increasing number of high school officials, more needed

[caption id="attachment_27219" align="aligncenter" width="620"] New NFHS data show registrations of high school officials continue to climb nationwide, but that more are needed to meet a growing demand in athletics.[/caption] New data released by ...

July 29, 2026

Matrix Fitness announces Project Courage scholarship recipients

[caption id="attachment_43776" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Matrix Fitness has awarded five scholarships as part of its Project Courage program that aims to support students and professionals representing HBCUs. (Logo courtesy of Matrix Fitness)[...

July 27, 2026

High school track and field rule changes address injury risk

Two changes in field events rules focus on reducing injury risk ahead of the 2027 high school track and field outdoor season. In an effort to reduce injury risk during warmups in the shot put and discus, all attempts must now be made from inside t...