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An inquest concludes that "it is likely that repetitive head impacts, sustained by heading the ball while playing football, contributed to the #CTE" which was a factor in the death of ... Gordon McQueen

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Gordon McQueen death: Inquest finds heading footballs 'likely' contributed to death
An inquest concludes that
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January 26, 2026 at 12:42 PM
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Emile Heskey: 'Abuse is deemed acceptable. We must hold people to account'

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The former Liverpool and England striker was a regular target for racist abuse – now he wants to fight it head on

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Emile Heskey interview: ‘Abuse is deemed acceptable. We must hold people to account’
The former Liverpool and England striker was a regular target for racist abuse – now he wants to fight it head on
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January 25, 2026 at 6:47 AM
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Parents are raising serious safety and favoritism concerns in Brunswick High School's girls track program, prompting the school board to move into an executive session for further investigation.

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Parents allege safety and favoritism concerns in Brunswick High girls track program; board moves to executive session
At the Jan. 13 Glynn County Schools board meeting, parents reported safety concerns and alleged favoritism and absenteeism by the Brunswick High girls head track coach; the board voted to go into executive session on personnel and the superintendent said staff would follow up.
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January 17, 2026 at 1:11 AM
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"Australia’s top women’s football league does not have dedicated data or research to explore why so many players continue to suffer a serious knee injury"

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January 17, 2026 at 12:49 AM
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Why sports stars who head the ball are much more likely to die of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease

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Why sports stars who head the ball are much more likely to die of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease
Professional soccer players and American football stars are at much greater risk of developing dementia. What can we do to help them?
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January 7, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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With #DTNWeatherHub, athletic directors, coaches, and event operations align around one dashboard to guide weather decisions during live events. Make the call sooner, protect athletes and fans, and keep staff coordinated: dtn.link/kq6jox

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December 30, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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The Nantucket School Committee just voted to upgrade Capizzo Stadium with synthetic turf and a new track, but concerns over PFAS testing and environmental impact have sparked heated debates among the community.

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Nantucket School Committee approves synthetic turf and track at Vito Capizzo Stadium with independent PFAS testing
After extended public comment and member debate about PFAS and microplastics, the Nantucket School Committee amended a September 2025 renovation plan to replace the grass football field with synthetic turf and convert the asphalt track to a polyurethane gel track, with an expectation that the chosen turf be independently tested for PFAS.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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Weather readiness is not enough. Safety, fan experience, and continuity require a plan with shared access to the right tools, data, and communication. How to stay ahead of the next #WeatherRisk: dtn.link/6b3xwf

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December 16, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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From lightning to wind, downpours to ice, weather is unpredictable, but your response doesn’t have to be. #DTNWeatherHub is your reliable solution for confidence and control to keep things moving: dtn.link/kq6jox

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December 9, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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DTN is proud to continue delivering reliable and advanced weather information for all #NCAA events, helping to keep athletes, fans, and staff safe and informed.

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December 2, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Weather can change everything. The #DTNWeatherHub supports better decisions with hyperlocal forecasts, alerts, real-time WBGT, and expert meteorologists available 24/7. dtn.link/kq6jox

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November 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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The Iowa City school board is weighing a controversial decision on replacing the City High turf, with community safety concerns and divided preferences hanging in the balance.

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Iowa City school board leans toward replacing City High turf after split community survey and safety questions
District staff recommended replacing the existing artificial turf at City High in its current location after a community survey showed 47% preference for turf and 42% for grass; board members pressed staff to return with schematic designs, safety specifications and alternate bids addressing injury concerns and budget trade-offs.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Crowd safety and athlete performance depend on more than your phone’s weather app. The #DTNWeatherHub gives you hyperlocal, expert-verified forecasts so you can act fast and protect what matters most: dtn.link/pi3w1c

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November 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Nantucket's community is divided over a $23 million renovation plan for Capizzo Stadium, weighing athlete safety against environmental concerns.

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Nantucket workshop pits grass, turf and track options against each other as committee seeks path to town meeting
At a Nov. 6 workshop, parents, coaches, students and architects debated three renovation options for Capizzo Stadium: natural grass with an asphalt track (detailed design), natural grass with a synthetic track, or synthetic turf with a synthetic track. Community speakers cited athlete safety, field access and PFAS/environmental risks; SMRT, the设计/​
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November 8, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Former Canadian U-20 national women's soccer team coach Bob Birarda convicted of #SexualAssault of players not included on public sanctions lists

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Former Canada coach convicted of sexual assault not included on public sanctions lists
A former national team coach convicted of assaulting players is missing from Canada’s sanctions lists, prompting calls for global reform
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November 7, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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#WeatherIntelligence = confidence. Discover the 7 essentials every event safety manager and athletic director needs to make better weather-related calls.
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7 Essentials Every Event Safety Manager and Athletic Director Needs for Confident Weather Decisions
Whether you’ve managed safety for a large outdoor event, coordinated a weekend tournament, or overseen school athletics, you know how quickly weather can upend even the best-prepared plans. One minute...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Okaloosa County School District is pushing for AstroTurf at four high schools to enhance safety and reduce maintenance costs, but not everyone is convinced about the equity in funding.

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Okaloosa staff recommend AstroTurf tag-on bid for four high schools and Baker amid debate on safety, costs and long-term funding
District staff presented a recommendation to tag onto a competitive bid with AstroTurf Corporation to install synthetic turf at Choctawhatchee, Niceville, Crestview and Baker high school stadiums. Supporters said athletic use, community events and maintenance savings justify the work; some board members sought guarantees about long-term replacement
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November 2, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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The California State Athletic Commission has taken a bold step by supporting the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, but only if it includes crucial amendments for fighter safety and fairness.

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California commission backs Ali Revival Act if amended to tie minimums to state cost-of-living
The California State Athletic Commission voted unanimously Oct. 15, 2025 to support H.R. 4624, the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, contingent on adding a state-level mechanism to adjust minimum purse and insurance requirements for cost-of-living changes. Commissioners and a subcommittee emphasized athlete safety, out-of-competition anti-d
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November 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Parents demand immediate action against alleged misconduct by the Bethel Park High School girls soccer coaching staff, citing emotional mistreatment and inappropriate behavior towards players.

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Parents allege mistreatment by high school girls soccer coaching staff; call for suspension and Title IX review
Public commenters told the board that several high school girls reported emotional mistreatment, inappropriate messaging and retaliation by members of the girls soccer coaching staff; parents asked the district to suspend the coach pending investigation, initiate a Title IX review, and take steps to protect affected student-athletes. The board said
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October 24, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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CTE is no joke. It’s still a shame this happened.

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NYC shooter Shane Tamura had CTE, medical examiner says
A brain examination determined the 27-year-old gunman had the degenerative brain disease, despite only having appeared to play football in high school.
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September 26, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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The recording of Webinar 49, Brain Injury in Sport: How We Have Failed Athletes and Their Families, is now available on YouTube.

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September 25, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Tennessee's Athletic Commission just approved groundbreaking rules for the Dirty Boxing Championship, paving the way for safer and more competitive events!

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Tennessee Athletic Commission Approves Dirty Boxing Rules Waiver for Upcoming Event
Commission approves rules for Dirty Boxing Championship, enhancing safety and competition standards.
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September 25, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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When the safety of #athletes and spectators are at stake, High School ADs add a crucial position: #WeatherIntelligence. See how adding DTN WeatherSentry® Sports can improve safety & confidence during the #THSADA Fall Forum. Improve decisions for disruptive #weather: dtn.link/6uhy8h

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September 24, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Ultra-endurance racing is booming but brings risks from cardiac strain to heat stroke. This study audits global pre-race screening and harm reduction, exposing gaps and opportunities to strengthen #athletesafety in #ultraendurance and #sportsmedicine.
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September 21, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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New research reveals early brain cell changes in young athletes exposed to head impacts #Science #HealthandMedicine #Neurology #BrainHealth #AthleteSafety #Concussions
New research reveals early brain cell changes in young athletes exposed to head impacts
A new study has found that repeated head impacts from contact sports can lead to lasting and measurable changes in the brains of young and middle-aged athletes. These alterations, which include inflammation...
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September 20, 2025 at 12:42 AM