#sports-funding tag

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

'A new era for football in the country' - Government commit 3m to LOI academies to kick off multi-annual commitment

19 hours ago

Miscellaneous

Minister 'doesn't believe in collective punishment of all clubs' amid LOI funding row over destroyed Dundalk pitch

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

'A new era for football in the country' - Government commit 3m to LOI academies to kick off multi-annual commitment

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Soccer (FIFA)

4 days ago

'Gougerism and thuggery in its worst form' - Sports Minister Patrick O'Donovan issues strong warnings after Oriel Park incidents

Flare-throwing by Drogheda United supporters severely damaged Dundalk's new pitch, injured a 12-year-old, prompting the Sports Minister to stop state astro-pitch funding.

East Bay (California)

fromwww.mercurynews.com

3 weeks ago

Olympic bobsledder turns to OnlyFans to help fund 2026 Games trip

Lisa Buckwitz used OnlyFans subscription income to finance her 2026 Winter Games campaign and team because sponsorships alone could not cover bobsledding costs.

3 months ago

Review of sports allocation sought as funding for horse and greyhound racing described as outrageous

"Small volunteer run clubs are receiving next to nothing. Where is the fairness?"

Miscellaneous

4 months ago

The Indo Daily: Shane Ryan's gamble - are the Enhanced Games the evolution of sport or its undoing?

The Enhanced Games promote bio-enhanced competition, sparking ethical and safety controversy while elite athletes like Shane Ryan join amid questions about funding and motives.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

GPA seeks 78pc increase in State grant available to male and female inter-county players

Players seek increase in average grant from €1,470 to €2,500 per player (€10m) to reflect costs and contributions.

US politics

fromThe Atlantic

Let Squash Die

Collegiate athletes are now entitled to compensation, altering the funding landscape in college sports.

Women

fromwww.theguardian.com

Women's Rugby World Cup's brutal reality: Samoa players fundraising costs

Many athletes in the Women's Rugby World Cup face financial difficulties, with some fundraising to cover personal expenses while competing.

Fundraising

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Michael Johnson admits Grand Slam Track on hold until 2025 debts are paid

Grand Slam Track will not move forward in 2026 without clearing outstanding prize money for athletes from its inaugural season.

US news

US Open announces record prize money purse for 2025 competition

Record $90 million in prize money at the US Open reflects a commitment to equitable compensation for tennis players.

Bicycling

fromCyclingnews

7 months ago

Lidl-Trek announce changes to ownership structure to 'resource the goal of becoming the best team in international road cycling'

Lidl acquires a majority stake in WorldTour team Lidl-Trek, aiming for increased growth and competitive presence in international cycling.

fromBusiness Insider

7 months ago

The NCAA settlement is a big win for football players. For other athletes, the picture is murkier.

The recent NCAA settlement allows colleges to pay athletes directly, creating a significant financial advantage for players in high-earning sports like football and men's basketball.

Women

Europe politics