high school sports
Q&A.D. with RIIL executive director Michael Lunney
Michael Lunney has been the Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) executive director since the 2020-21 school year. Previously, Lunney served as the RIIL’s assistant executive director since 2011. He served for 16 years as the director of a...
Iowa wrestling official kicks out fans during dual meet
An Iowa high school wrestling meet between two of the state's top teams ended with no spectators in attendance for being rowdy and disruptive. When Southeast Polk and Ankeny high schools squared off on the mats late last week, fans in attendance w...
New York firefighter charged with assault of referee during 10-year-old’s game
A New York firefighter has been charged with assault on a sports official, harassment, and disorderly conduct, and engaging in fighting after an altercation during a 10-year-old's basketball game in Pennsylvania recently. The event was recorded an...
Washington bill could increase penalties for violence against referees
A potentially new bill could be stricter penalties for those who attack referees or other officials during school sporting events in Washington. Under current state law, it is a gross misdemeanor for anyone to “interfere by force or violence” ...
Kansas HS basketball team forfeits game over obscure rule
A Kansas high school boys' basketball team has been forced to forfeit a game due to an obscure rule infraction. The Segwick High School boys' team was forced to forfeit a January 7 game against Berean Academy because of an alumni scrimmage held ov...
How to host a successful media day
Organizing a successful media day is an essential strategy for high school athletic administrators aiming to showcase their sports programs, athletes, and coaching staff. A well-executed media day not only boosts the visibility of the school's athlet...
Virginia judge rules in favor of high school football team facing postseason ban
A Virginia judge ruled in favor of a high school football program in a decision that would have banned the team from the Virginia High School League (VHSL) postseason for two years. Hayfield High School was listed as the top-ranked team in the Regio...
Washington HS football team alleged to have sexually harassed players in new lawsuit
Players from a Washington high school football team have been named in a lawsuit that alleges black players were racially harassed and sexually abused. The lawsuit also alleges school officials news of this and did nothing for several months. Four...
