Sep 3, 2024Death of players sparks safety in youth football debate
The death of two young football players in late August sparked yet another conversation about the safety of youth football. A 13-year-old middle school player died from brain trauma during a practice, but his father,... more »
Sep 3, 2024Alabama lawmakers seek to expand grant to attract athletic trainers
Alabama isn't the only state facing a shortage of available and well-trained athletic trainers. But the state is addressing the issue by proposing the expansion of a new grant. Chris King, the chair of the... more »
Aug 28, 2024Sway App could change the way concussions are evaluated and tracked
A new app may change the way concussions are evaluated for athletes at all levels. The Sway App helps identify athletes in need of medical care for concussions, facilitating better recovery and safer returns to... more »
Aug 26, 2024Wheelchair accessible fitness equipment may be on the horizons
A team of five engineering students from the University of Ottawa has developed a prototype that's transforming the fitness experience for individuals with mobility challenges. The prototype makes a standard Concept2 rower wheelchair accessible, providing... more »
Aug 20, 2024Fueling the busy student-athlete
Student-athletes have a lot on their plates. But that should be even more reason to ensure they are fueling properly to perform at their peak. For a recent story with Kettering Health, Dr. Cindy Cassell,... more »
Aug 20, 2024How mental toughness affects crunch-time performance
The ability of athletes to perform under pressure is crucial in determining their success. Choking, or the failure to perform at an expected level despite the motivation and ability to do so, is a phenomenon... more »
Aug 20, 2024Are you more likely to suffer a concussion on grass or artificial turf?
Are concussions more likely to occur on grass fields or artificial turf? A recent study of Texas middle and high school football players sought to answer that very question. The study found that football athletes... more »
