Boxing Gets First Fighter Union, Safety Inquiry
Former world champion Amir Khan backs a groundbreaking inquiry to fix boxing's broken welfare system. The sport's first trade union aims to protect fighters at every level.
Sports Safety — Good News & Uplifting Stories
Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about sports safety, curated daily by BrightWire.
18 stories tagged with "Sports Safety"
Hyrox Adds Safety Rules After Beijing Race Sparks Debate
A fitness competition updated its rulebook to protect athlete health after a controversial incident led competitors and health experts to call for better safety standards. The swift response shows how athlete advocacy can improve sports for everyone.
AFL Limits Contact Training to Protect Players' Brains
Australia's top football league is putting player brain health first with strict new training limits starting in 2027. The groundbreaking move comes after tragic losses and aims to dramatically reduce concussions across the sport.
Brazilian Soccer Player Walks Away From Stadium Trapdoor Fall
A Brazilian defender celebrating his first home goal plunged through an open trapdoor at the stadium but walked away with only a sore ankle. Jacy Maranhao continued playing after the scary fall and his team won the match.
Vikings Family Heals 25 Years After Korey Stringer's Death
For the first time in 25 years, Kelci Stringer woke up happy on the anniversary of her husband's death. The Minnesota Vikings invited her family back to celebrate how a tragedy sparked nationwide safety changes in sports.
Rugby Legend Phil Vickery to Donate Brain for Research
England World Cup winner Phil Vickery is pledging to donate his brain to help scientists understand head injuries in sports. Despite living with probable CTE, he's determined to help others suffering from brain injuries find hope.
Teen Swimmer Saves Competitor's Life Mid-Race in Egypt
When a fellow swimmer lost consciousness during a 100-meter race in Alexandria, 17-year-old Adam Mohamed Refaat didn't hesitate. He abandoned his own competition to pull his competitor to safety.
Teen Gymnast Gabriel Langton Cleared After 3-Meter Fall
English gymnast Gabriel Langton walked away from a frightening 3-meter fall at the Commonwealth Games with no serious injuries. The 19-year-old is already celebrating his team's silver medal after multiple scans came back clear.
Caitlin Clark Condemns Death Threats Against WNBA Player
WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark spoke out Friday against hateful online attacks targeting players, including death threats sent to Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas. Her powerful statement calls for respect across the league and refuses to let her name be used to fuel hatred.
Teen Footballer Jesse Derry Calls Debut a 'Dream Come True
Despite a scary head injury that sent him to the hospital, 18-year-old Chelsea player Jesse Derry is grateful for his Premier League debut and ready to return. His positive attitude after a frightening moment shows the resilience of young athletes.
Skydiver Rescued Safely After Crashing Into VT Scoreboard
When a skydiver's parachute caught on Virginia Tech's scoreboard during a spring game, first responders jumped into action and brought them down safely. What could have been a tragedy became a testament to quick thinking and professional rescue work.
Ghana Tackles Trafficking Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Ghana is launching protections for fans and athletes before the 2026 FIFA World Cup to prevent trafficking and fraud. The move comes after warnings that major tournaments create opportunities for exploitation.