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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

2028 L.A. Olympics schedule: Organizers set dates for several competitions

The 2028 Olympics will feature a unique, dual-venue opening ceremony at the Coliseum and SoFi Stadium, starting at 5 p.m. PDT on July 14, 2028.
Los Angeles
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Human rights court rules Olympic champion runner Semenya did not get fair hearing in Switzerland

Caster Semenya recently gained a partial victory from the European Court of Human Rights in her ongoing legal struggle against track and field's sex eligibility rules, asserting her rights were violated.
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Running
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Kenyans set two track world records at Prefontaine Classic

Kenyans Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet set world records in women's 1,500m and 5,000m respectively at the Prefontaine Classic.
#athletics
fromDefector
1 month ago

Hurdler Wins 400-Meter Race Despite His Dick And Balls Falling Out Several Times | Defector

Chris Robinson's unconventional hurdling technique raised eyebrows, as he adjusted himself during the race, ultimately winning despite the distraction.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Paul Robeson High School is on the run

Janelia Williams is a dedicated young runner with ambitions to compete in the Olympics, holding multiple state records.
#sports
fromESPN.com
5 months ago
National Football League

'Time to end this debate': Lyles, Hill agree to race after months of trash talk

fromESPN.com
5 months ago
National Football League

'Time to end this debate': Lyles, Hill agree to race after months of trash talk

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The trial that has gripped Norway like a soap opera has ripped apart track and field's most famous family | Sean Ingle

The Ingebrigtsen family's success was profoundly affected by a violent incident involving their father, leading to a court trial and loss of familial harmony.
#michael-johnson
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Big matchups and bigger bucks: Michael Johnson pledges Grand Slam Track will bring fantasy to life'

Michael Johnson is launching Grand Slam Track to elevate track and field between Olympics through high-stakes competitions and compelling athlete narratives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Cal world record-holder Alekna chases elusive NCAA discus title

Alekna's achievements over the past four years have elevated him to international stardom in track and field.
Austin
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Why California runner's disqualification at state championships touched a national nerve

If I had known a celebration with my dad would get me disqualified, I wouldn't have done it, Adams said last week to the Monterey Herald.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

CIF mum on North Salinas sprinter stripped of state title for celebration

Clara Adams was disqualified and lost her gold medal for using a fire extinguisher to cool her spikes, raising questions about the appeal process.
#high-school-sports
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep talk: City Section track and field preliminaries set for Thursday

City Section track and field preliminaries are set for Thursday, emphasizing peak performance ahead of finals next week.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep talk: Southern Section track and field prelims are Saturday

High school track athletes are gearing up for peak performance ahead of state championships.
Southern Section prelims are crucial for qualifying for upcoming championships.
Relay teams face significant pressure as season progresses.
#athlete-of-the-week
fromwww.montereyherald.com
1 month ago

The celebration that cost a California girl her state track title

"I am in shock. They (officials) yelled at me and told me, We're not letting you on the podium.' They took my moment away from me."
SF parents
#transgender-athletes
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
SF parents

High school female track star poses on first-place podium after finishing second to trans athlete: 'Real champ!'

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
SF parents

High school female track star poses on first-place podium after finishing second to trans athlete: 'Real champ!'

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Long Beach Poly boys' 4x400 relay team shines at state track and field championships

Long Beach Poly's 4x400 relay achieved a historic performance, finishing with the second-fastest time in CIF State Finals history.
#cif-state-championships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

CIF track: De La Salle's Jaden Jefferson crushes state-meet record in 100

Jefferson's remarkable 10.01 seconds sprint at the state track championships set a new record, showcasing his immense talent leading into the finals.
SF parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Scholastic Roundup: Jefferson and Banneker are outdoor Brooklyn champs

Thomas Jefferson High School dominated the Boys category at the PSAL Outdoor Track and Field Championships, securing 223 points, showcasing their exceptional athlete talent.
New York Mets
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

RJ Sermons, on the fast track to USC, shows off his 200 speed at Masters Meet

RJ Sermons rebounded from a disappointing 100 meters to win the 200 meters at the Southern Section Masters Meet, emphasizing the importance of preparation for state.
SF parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

He's Paul Robeson's No. 1 cheerleader

Rashid Davis champions student-athletes at Paul Robeson High School, celebrating their track and field accomplishments while advocating for educational improvements.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Birmingham's Antrell Harris captures City Section titles in 100 and 200 meters

Antrell Harris showcased his dominance by winning both the 100 and 200 meters at the City Section Track and Field Championships.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep talk: DeAuna Louis of GALA is athlete to watch in the hurdles

DeAuna Louis, representing GALA, aims to defend her titles in the 100 and 300-meter hurdles at the City Section championships and excel at state.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep sports roundup: Santa Margarita's Teagan O'Dell sets two swimming records

Teagan O'Dell broke two swimming records and helped lead her team to victory at the Southern Section Division 1 finals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US sprinter Fred Kerley arrested for allegedly punching former girlfriend

Fred Kerley has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his former girlfriend and will miss the Grand Slam Track event in Miami this weekend.
#football
#olympics
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Not slowing down: Andre De Grasse competing at Grand Slam Track in Miami, has eyes on L.A. 2028 | CBC Sports

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Not slowing down: Andre De Grasse competing at Grand Slam Track in Miami, has eyes on L.A. 2028 | CBC Sports

New York Islanders
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Scholastic Roundup: For the PSAL, a day of outdoor track and field

The Public Schools Athletic League Day of Weights highlights the athletic prowess of NYC student athletes in a competitive setting.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Servite boys 4x100 relay team leads pack breaking records at Arcadia Invitational

Servite's boys 4x100 relay team set a new state and meet record during the 57th annual Arcadia Invitational track and field meet.
fromNewsday
3 months ago

Newsday's Top 50 Long Island girls track and field athletes for 2025

Jessica Alessi's remarkable sub-10 minute performance in the 3000 meters places her among an elite group of Long Island runners and showcases her speed.
New York Islanders
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Jakob Ingebrigtsen's father denies kicking Olympic champion and whipping daughter

"I'm drying my neck with a towel, Gjert told the court in Stagnes, Norway. She's really angry and says: I fucking don't want to be in this prison of yours any more,' while holding her index finger at me."
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fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Female track & field athletes face genetic testing

Coe stated the changes are vital to "maintain everything that we've been talking about," focusing on the integrity of women's sports.
Women
SF parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Beloved Long Island basketball ref bouncing back after cardiac arrest incident

Joe Gaskin plans to return to basketball officiating next season after surviving cardiac arrest during a game.
Zariel Macchia triumphs as a state champion after overcoming legal challenges to compete.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Virginia high school runner hit in head with baton during race

"I just felt a bang on my head, and then I fell off the track immediately," Tucker said.
Washington Nationals
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Long Island track star Zariel Macchia wins state title after victorious battle in court

Zariel Macchia won her eligibility battle and secured her seventh state championship, confirming her status as a top athlete.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Former basketball player Jack Stadlman bursts onto the track scene

Jack Stadlman, a novice runner, is rapidly excelling in the 400 meters, showcasing extraordinary potential.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

Grand Slam Track will look to 'elevate the sport' during a non-Olympic year

"There's been a big void in the marketing of track and the profile of track over the last several decades. It's popular at a very high level every four years during the Olympics, then falls out significantly in between."
Los Angeles Rams
fromsilive
11 months ago

Staten Island running community loses a legend, friend with passing of George Kochman

George Kochman, a legendary figure in Staten Island's athletic community, passed away at 84, leaving behind a significant legacy.
Running
fromESPN.com
11 months ago

WR Hill, sprinter Lyles chirp over who's faster

Tyreek Hill challenges Olympic champion Noah Lyles to a 50-yard race, igniting a public rivalry and debate over athletic prowess between different sports.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

Why Kenya Stopped Running From Its Doping Past

Kenya is heavily tested for doping due to a history of cheating but is crucial for global track and field competition.
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago

Gabby Thomas dominant in 200 meter Olympic final, capturing her first gold medal

Gabby Thomas started fast, broke away early, and won her first gold medal. Thomas expressed disbelief and joy at her win, reflecting on the hard work put in.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
11 months ago

Paris Olympics Day 11: Gabby Thomas leads Americans to 2 golds 5 overall at track and field

The United States won two gold medals in track and field at the Paris Olympics, with Gabby Thomas winning the 200 meters and Cole Hocker securing a stunning victory in the 1,500 meters.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

How Norway Became a Powerhouse for All Seasons

As the runners hit the penultimate bend, the racing pulse of the music starts to beat faster... Ingebrigtsen's name flashes up on the screen as the winner. The stadium shakes with the noise.
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