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A groundbreaking study reveals New Zealand's high-performance sports systems may be harming the athletes they're meant to support. Research inspired by Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore's case shows wellbeing takes a backseat to winning medals.
A small New Hampshire community raised $10.7 million to build a year-round recreation center that will give kids and families four extra months of indoor sports and activities. The 33,500-square-foot facility, 20 years in the making, opens next winter at The Nick recreation park in Wolfeboro. #
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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
After 15 years of grassroots effort, New Jersey just sanctioned girls flag football as its 35th varsity sport, opening a clear pathway from high school to the 2028 Olympics. What started with eight schools in 2021 has exploded to over 100 schools and 1,000 athletes across the state.
Three-time Paralympic medalist Tyler Turner is proving any sport can be for any body with his new TV show. "All In" follows Turner as he connects with elite athletes and tries their sports firsthand.
Ghana just passed a landmark bill creating a dedicated sports fund to solve decades of underfunding that's held back athletes. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this stable financing will transform how the country develops talent and competes globally.
A new sports medicine school in Ghana is training professionals to fight the country's rising health crisis, where non-communicable diseases now cause 45% of all deaths. The program combines cutting-edge sports science with public health to transform how doctors prescribe exercise as medicine.
A 24-year-old Irish boxer headlined the first event for Dana White's new boxing venture, winning decisively despite a sixth-round stumble. The historic night in Las Vegas marks a promising new chapter for combat sports.
A Ghanaian lawmaker is putting his money where his mouth is, pledging three months of salary to help athletes and young sports talent across the country. His donation follows the launch of Ghana's first dedicated sports development fund.
A small Irish village smashed its fundraising goal by €30,000 after selling 7,500 raffle tickets for a new Toyota truck. The money will build a complete sports and recreation complex serving all ages in Cortoon, County Galway.
After 20 years dominating Para ice hockey and winning four Paralympic golds, USA's Declan Farmer is chasing a new dream: becoming a dual-sport Paralympian in Para canoe. With just one month of training under his belt, he's already racing at World Cups with LA28 on his mind.
The Asian Games just got a major upgrade with six brand-new sports making their debut in Aichi-Nagoya, from virtual reality taekwondo to football-meets-table tennis. Athletes from 45 countries are now competing in everything from surfing to BMX freestyle, showcasing the future of global competition.
Days before their traditional Thanksgiving football rivalry, Wall Township and Manasquan High Schools came together for something bigger than competition. Their Unified Sports programs brought students with and without disabilities onto the same field, proving inclusion creates community. #
Ghana's Sports Minister is putting his money where his mouth is, pledging two months of salary to jumpstart a new national sports fund. His challenge to other officials: if we want athletes and businesses to invest, leaders must show the way.
Ghana is exploring a major partnership with China Railway Construction to develop world-class sports facilities across the country. The collaboration could bring modern stadiums, training centers, and recreational parks to support Ghana's goal of becoming a regional sports hub.
Former Black Fern Erin Rush just made history as New Zealand Rugby's first female president, marking a milestone for one of the world's most iconic rugby nations. The announcement came alongside encouraging financial news showing the sport thriving despite global challenges.
Captain Amelia Kerr led New Zealand to the highest chase in women's cricket history, scoring an unbeaten 179 to hunt down 347 runs against South Africa. The thrilling victory broke India's previous record and showcased one of the greatest innings in the sport.
Ghana's Volta Region is building a FIFA-standard stadium and multipurpose sports facility to discover and develop young athletic talent. The regional minister announced the plans while celebrating eight years of local sports journalism.
Ghana has joined forces with Morocco to upgrade sports facilities and create new opportunities for young athletes across the country. The partnership marks a major step forward in developing the next generation of sporting talent.
New Zealand is sending its strongest winter sports team ever to the Milan-Cortina Olympics, with 17 athletes aiming to break the country's three-medal record from Beijing. After winning six medals at the recent X Games, confidence is soaring that this could be the breakthrough moment for Kiwi snow sports.
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