91-Year-Old Vermont Athlete Holds Two World Records
Flo Meiler didn't start track and field until age 60, but now at 91, she holds two world records and inspires athletes generations younger. She became the first person ever to pole vault at age 90.
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World Athletics Protects Athlete Development Over Money
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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Illinois Honors 23 Years of Champion Athletes
The News-Gazette celebrates over two decades of exceptional Illinois athletes who've defined excellence in their sports. From basketball stars to Olympic gymnasts, these athletes represent the best of college athletics.
Vermont Soccer Team Wins Title While Fighting Climate Change
A Vermont soccer club made climate action central to its mission and just won a national championship with an undefeated season. Now athletes and fans worldwide are taking notes on how sports can fight climate change.
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Botswana Hosts Africa's First World Athletics Relays
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.
Vermont's Ben Ogden Brings Olympic Silver Home to Bromley
Fresh from winning two silver medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Vermont native Ben Ogden is headlining a community fundraiser to support the next generation of mountain athletes. He'll ski alongside locals and meet fans at Bromley Mountain on April 12th.
Oklahoma Athletics Raises Record $241M for Student Athletes
The University of Oklahoma just shattered its fundraising record, pulling in $241 million to support college athletes as sports enter a new era of revenue sharing. Nearly 24,000 donors stepped up, more than doubling last year's total.
Female Athletes Call Out Ad Sexualizing Women's Sports
Olympic champions and athletes worldwide are speaking out against a controversial sports betting ad, sparking a powerful movement celebrating what women in sports really look like. Their response is going viral with messages of strength, dedication, and athletic excellence.
India's Athletes Excel Beyond Cricket in 6 Sports
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 Athletics Raises $300K Second Year
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.
Nigeria Athletics Coaches Elect New Leader on Unity Pledge
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.
Olympics Team Shields Athletes From Online Abuse With AI
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.
Morocco Hosts 439 Para Athletes in Grand Prix Debut
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.
Johns Hopkins Athletics Breaks Record With $8.8M Raised
Johns Hopkins University's athletic department just shattered its fundraising record, pulling in nearly $9 million to support student athletes. The money will help hundreds of competitors access better coaching, mental health resources, and cutting-edge sports science.
USC Upstate Athletes Hit Record 3.36 GPA This Spring
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.
George Mason Athletics Raises Record $4.4M in One Year
George Mason University's athletics department just shattered fundraising records with $4.4 million in donations, nearly 50% more than last year. The money will transform opportunities for over 500 student athletes across 22 sports programs.
Vermont Skier Wins First US Men's Medal in 50 Years
Ben Ogden just made Olympic history, bringing home America's first men's cross-country skiing medal in half a century. The Vermont native's silver medal proves that hometown support and opportunity can launch an athlete all the way to the podium.
British Paralympic Athletes Sweep May With 50+ Medals
British Paralympic athletes dominated international competitions in May 2026, collecting over 50 medals across nine sports and proving that last summer's Paris success was just the beginning. From emotional comebacks to record-breaking performances, Team GB's para-athletes are having their best season yet.
Vermont Students Get Paid to Build Real Business Skills
A new University of Vermont program connects students with paid projects at Vermont companies, giving them real work experience while keeping talent in the state. The Vermont Innovation Accelerator launched in March 2026 to bridge the gap between classroom learning and career success.
Amy Hunt Sparks Viral Movement for Women Athletes
British sprinter Amy Hunt turned a post-race interview into a powerful statement about women in sports, igniting a viral movement. Her words came after a controversial gambling ad sparked backlash from athletes worldwide.
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