Alexa Anderson, a high school track star, found herself at the center of a heated debate after she chose to step down from the medal podium during the Oregon state championship. Her decision came after a biological male athlete also received a placement. This act of protest led to a series of events that highlighted the complexities of inclusivity and fairness in spo...
High school athletes from the Cincinnati area have shown incredible skill and determination in recent games. From football fields to volleyball courts, these students have made their mark. The public had a chance to vote for their favorite athletes, and the results are in. Football teams had some thrilling matches. Harrison High School's team pulled off a nail-bitin...
New Jersey is making big changes to its high school sports rules. The goal? To stop huge wins and losses, also known as blowouts. But not everyone is happy about it. In September, the Cresskill High girls soccer team won 12-0 against Pompton Lakes. This huge win led to the coach being suspended for one game. It also started a big debate about the new "mercy rules". ...
Dallas-area athletes are making big moves, committing to colleges across the country. From basketball to softball, these students are signing their letters of intent, ready to take their skills to the next level. The early signing period is in full swing, and these athletes are making their choices known. Basketball players from various high schools are heading to u...
A new film, "Shattered Ice, " is making waves across the country, and it's not just because of its hockey theme. The movie, which premiered earlier this year, tells the story of a fictional high school hockey team in New England and the community's struggle with mental health after a student dies by suicide. The film has been shown at various festivals, from the Eas...
At the state cross country meet, Alamosa High School's Ethan Merrick came in second place. He ran the course in 16:06. 9, just 12 seconds behind the winner. Merrick, a sophomore, was motivated to win but couldn't quite catch up to the leader. He plans to try again next year and focus on track in the spring. The Alamosa boys' team finished in fourth place overall. Ot...
The Colorado High School Activities Association has set the stage for some thrilling volleyball action, with seven teams from the San Luis Valley (SLV) ready to compete in the regional tournaments. This is a big deal because it means these teams have worked hard all season to earn their spots. Let's start with the big guns. Alamosa, with an impressive record of 22 w...
Massachusetts high school sports saw some thrilling upsets and record-breaking performances this week. The excitement kicked off with a shocking volleyball match where the 16th-seeded Newton South girls' volleyball team defeated the top-seeded Chelmsford team. This victory was a major upset, as Chelmsford had been undefeated all season. Newton South pulled off this w...
In New Jersey, a tradition of shaking hands after sports games is being questioned. This tradition has been around for a long time, but recently, there have been incidents of violence. For example, in 2018, a high school basketball player was punched and kicked during the handshake line. This led to a lawsuit, but it was eventually dismissed. Some coaches, like Phil...
The Sanford High School volleyball team showed true grit and determination in their match against Monte Vista. Despite a slow start, the Mustangs managed to pull off a thrilling five-set victory. Monte Vista took the first set, but Sanford fought back to win the next three, securing their win with a final set score of 15-9. The match was intense from the start. Mont...