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Caitlin Clark effect hasn't reversed the decades-long decline in girls basketball participation
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Plunging participation in girls basketball led one of Nebraska's largest high schools to cancel its varsity team for the year. The decision by Grand Island Senior High School — the state's third-largest with more than 2,600 students — reflects a national...
Donald Trump said he wants to ban trans athletes from competing. The reality is more nuanced
One of President-elect Donald Trump 's most popular talking points during his campaign centered on the future of transgender athletes. Trump revisited the topic multiple times in the months and weeks before the election, suggesting at his rallies that one of the goals of his second...
The darker side of the rise of women’s sports: With more visibility comes more online harassment
NEW YORK (AP) — For Djaniele Taylor, attending WNBA games was the perfect way to rediscover a sense of community coming out of the long slog of pandemic-era lockdowns. The 38-year-old Evanston, Illinois, resident has regularly attended Chicago Sky games for the last three seasons,...
Georgia Republicans recommend further law to restrict transgender women's participation in sports
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Senate Republicans recommended on Friday that the state write laws banning transgender girls and women from participating in high school and college sports, setting the stage for action in the 2025 legislative session. The vote by a committee that was...
Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players' association
The athletes whose lawsuit against the NCAA is primed to pave the way for schools to pay them directly also want a players' association to represent them in the complex contract negotiations that have overtaken the sport. Grant House, Sedona Prince and Nya Harrison wrote to the judge...
Review: In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one leg
Anthony Robles’ story seems almost tailor made for a Hollywood film. Born with only one leg, his right, he overcame the prejudices of those around him and his own physical limitations to become a champion wrestler. Though coaches at the top wrestling programs couldn’t see his potential, he was...
CalHOPE Courage Award winners Gayles, Daniel-Dalton overcame physical and mental health struggles
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Aaliyah Gayles had a bright future ahead after being named a McDonald’s All-American and receiving an offer to play basketball at Southern California. Then a student at Spring Valley High in Las Vegas, her life took a drastic turn in April 2022 when she...
Maui Invitational returns to a Lahaina still grappling with raw emotions left by deadly wildfire
HONOLULU (AP) — Three generations of TJ Rickard’s family lost their homes in the deadly Maui wildfire more than a year ago, and he and his extended family still have not rebuilt. That leaves Rickard, a high school basketball coach, conflicted about next week's return of the storied Maui...
WNBA corporate sponsorship deals are growing. But not every athlete is getting their due
In a banner year for women’s professional sports, athletes who dominate their game are reaping the financial benefits. The WNBA is a leading example. Last month, it wrapped up a historic season that notched all-time viewership and attendance records while racking up brand deals...
UCLA extends athletic director Martin Jarmond's contract to 2029
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond has had his contract renewed through 2029. The university announced the extension on Thursday and noted it was finalized this past spring. Jarmond was hired in 2020 and signed a six-year contract. He came to...
