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USA Rugby announced a new competition structure that allows any athlete to participate in an "open" category alongside traditional men's and women's divisions. The change aims to create inclusive playing opportunities while maintaining separate competitive spaces.
Over 150 Americans flew to Italy on their own dime to greet Team USA athletes as they arrived for the 2026 Winter Olympics. These dedicated volunteers helped Olympians settle in and prepare mentally for competition, creating a warm welcome thousands of miles from home.
After high-profile Olympic heartbreaks, Team USA is pioneering mental health support that helps athletes handle the world's biggest stage. The results are already showing in athletes who get a second chance.
From Taylor Swift sing-alongs to silent mantras, Winter Olympics and Paralympics athletes reveal the deeply personal routines that transform nerves into performance. These tiny rituals prove that even the world's best need their own unique ways to find their zone.
The 2026 Winter Olympics kick off Friday in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo with over 2,900 athletes ready to compete. Team USA is bringing an extraordinary lineup of champions, comeback stories, and history-makers who are set to captivate the world.
World Athletics rejected attempts by Turkey to recruit elite Kenyan runners through lucrative contracts, protecting the integrity of international competition. The decision reinforces that national teams should be built through homegrown talent, not checkbooks.
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South Africa's women's rugby team just beat the USA for the first time in 14 years, marking a turning point as the sport transitions from amateur passion project to professional career. From zero contracts in 2022 to 120 players now earning full-time salaries, women's rugby is finally offering athletes the chance to focus entirely on their craft. #
Two American Olympians are standing up for athletes who compete for other nations, including controversial skier Eileen Gu. Their message: every athlete's journey is personal and deserves respect.
Twenty-year-old speedskater Jordan Stolz brought home three medals from the 2026 Winter Olympics, while fellow Team USA athlete Erin Jackson showed resilience after competing through injuries. Both athletes say representing America on the world stage remains the ultimate honor.
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Botswana made history by hosting Africa's first ever World Athletics Relays, delivering a world-class event and clinching gold in front of an ecstatic home crowd. The two-day spectacle in Gaborone proved Africa has come of age on the global athletics stage.
Team Kentucky brought home 38 medals across eight sports at the Special Olympics USA Games, with swimmer Justin Hale leading the charge with three golds. The victory showcases the dedication and talent of 43 Kentucky athletes who competed at the national level.
Seven incredible American athletes are heading to the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with their eyes on gold. From a comeback kid figure skater to a hockey legend in her final Games, these stories will make you believe in the power of dedication.
Indian athletes are making global waves in volleyball, fencing, gymnastics, rowing, and athletics after years of infrastructure investment. Business leader Anand Mahindra says the new generation of champions is proving that sustained support for non-cricket sports is finally paying off.
Springfield College's athletic department just shattered fundraising records for the second year running, with over 1,600 donors rallying to support student athletes. The giving day triumph helped push the entire college past $1 million in donations for the first time ever.
Olalekan Adebote won Nigeria's athletics coaching leadership in a nationwide vote, immediately calling for coaches to unite behind athlete development. His victory signals fresh energy for a sport hungry for better structure and collaboration.
After Olympic skier Kokone Kondo faced cruel comments following an injury withdrawal, Japan's Olympic Committee deployed AI monitoring in Milan to protect athletes from harassment. The system flags abusive posts 24/7, offering a blueprint for athlete mental health protection worldwide.
Rabat welcomes Paralympic champions from 57 nations this week for its first-ever World Para Athletics event. The North African capital joins a growing list of cities celebrating elite athletes with disabilities on the world stage.
Love and athletic excellence are colliding at the Milan-Cortina Games, where four Team USA power couples will compete side by side. From ice dancing partners who married in 2024 to a hockey captain who found love at the Beijing Olympics, these athletes prove that the best relationships make you stronger.
Student-athletes at USC Upstate just achieved their highest GPA ever, with 57 earning perfect 4.0s while balancing sports and studies. For the fourth semester in a row, the entire athletic department maintained above a 3.30 average.
America's best adaptive skiers and snowboarders are heading to Italy next month, including 14 first-time Paralympians ready to make history. The U.S. brings the world's top Para snowboard team and a roster packed with champions and inspiring newcomers.
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