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Poynter
4 weeks ago
Coronavirus

A New Jersey doctor's office notice not proof of COVID-19 vaccines' danger to young athletes - Poynter

A doctor's office notice in New Jersey sparked concerns about COVID-19 vaccines and student athletes, but scientific studies show no link between vaccinations and increased risk of cardiac arrest. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 month ago
Education

Foundation donates AEDs for two Los Gatos parks

The Kyle J. Taylor Foundation donated AEDs to be installed in Los Gatos parks for sudden cardiac arrest prevention.
Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District adds mandatory heart screenings for student athletes. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Student-athlete unions threaten college sports, panel argues

Unionization in college sports is a key debate that could significantly impact the future of athletics.
Congress is considering legislation to regulate the name, image, and likeness rights of college athletes, affecting the NCAA and student-athlete status. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Education

Recruited to Play Sports, and Win a Culture War

Student athletes choose to transfer to other colleges for various reasons, including a desire for more playing time, a change in environment, and the opportunity to continue playing the sport they love.
New College of Florida attracted student athletes to their inaugural varsity sports season by offering perks such as free laptops and the chance to make history as part of a new team. [ more ]
The Mercury News
3 months ago
Education

Saratoga High's chilly, hot gym fixed after student prodding

The gym at Saratoga High School has suffered from a lack of heat, air conditioning, and air circulation for over a decade.
The school district recently made modifications to the HVAC system to improve its functionality, but declined to replace the system entirely due to cost constraints. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Education

Florida students stage mass walk-out in support of trans student athletes

High school students in South Florida walked out of school to protest the reassignment of staff members after a transgender student was allowed to play on a girls' sports team.
Florida state law prohibits transgender student-athletes from playing in school sports teams that align with their gender identity.
An investigation is currently underway at Monarch High School regarding a transgender student competing on the girls' volleyball team. [ more ]
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