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fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago
National Basketball Association

Grand Slam Track: Michael Johnson's hope to save athletics DW 04/30/2025

Michael Johnson aims to revitalize track and field through Grand Slam Track, emphasizing year-round athlete visibility and financial support.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

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

Michael Johnson aims to elevate track's profile by introducing Grand Slam Track, a series of competitive meets with significant prize money.
fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago
National Basketball Association

Grand Slam Track: Michael Johnson's hope to save athletics DW 04/30/2025

Michael Johnson aims to revitalize track and field through Grand Slam Track, emphasizing year-round athlete visibility and financial support.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

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

Michael Johnson aims to elevate track's profile by introducing Grand Slam Track, a series of competitive meets with significant prize money.
more#grand-slam-track
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago
New York Islanders

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.
#athletics
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks 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.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

Is the Men's 100 Meters Still a Can't-Miss Olympic Moment?

Noah Lyles acknowledges the waning prestige of the men's 100-meter dash in track and field.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
London startup

Will Jacob Kiplimo be the first to run a marathon in less than two hours?

Kiplimo's remarkable half marathon performance raises questions about his potential in marathon debut.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Asher-Smith ends season on high as Dobson surges to Diamond League win

Dina Asher-Smith's impressive second-place finish in Brussels showcased her resilience and ability to overcome past disappointments amidst challenging weather conditions.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

Sharlene Mawdsley withdraws from individual 400m at European Indoor Championships

Mawdsley's impressive performance in the relay ended in disappointment due to absence from heats; others faced challenges in their races.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Los Angeles Rams

Aliso Niguel's Jaslene Massey taking aim at state title in shotput

Jaslene Massey is a rising star in shot put, becoming a strong contender for state championships.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks 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.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

Is the Men's 100 Meters Still a Can't-Miss Olympic Moment?

Noah Lyles acknowledges the waning prestige of the men's 100-meter dash in track and field.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
London startup

Will Jacob Kiplimo be the first to run a marathon in less than two hours?

Kiplimo's remarkable half marathon performance raises questions about his potential in marathon debut.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Asher-Smith ends season on high as Dobson surges to Diamond League win

Dina Asher-Smith's impressive second-place finish in Brussels showcased her resilience and ability to overcome past disappointments amidst challenging weather conditions.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

Sharlene Mawdsley withdraws from individual 400m at European Indoor Championships

Mawdsley's impressive performance in the relay ended in disappointment due to absence from heats; others faced challenges in their races.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Los Angeles Rams

Aliso Niguel's Jaslene Massey taking aim at state title in shotput

Jaslene Massey is a rising star in shot put, becoming a strong contender for state championships.
more#athletics
#high-school-sports
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island track star Zariel Macchia files lawsuit after being declared ineligible for state title

Peter Macchia's lawsuit aims to challenge eligibility rules that prevented Zariel Macchia from competing in state championships.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles Rams

Prep talk: Jorden Wells of Servite is freshman to watch in football, track

Freshman Jorden Wells demonstrates exceptional talent with a 100m sprint time of 10.64 seconds and over 20 touchdowns in football.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

High School Runner Who Struck Rival With Baton Faces Charge

High school runner facing criminal charge after baton incident during relay race, resulting in injury to another runner.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
SF parents

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.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Prep talk: Narbonne baseball coach Bill Dillon enjoying time with sons

Brandon Dillon's journey from bat boy to senior outfielder illustrates the passage of time and growth in high school sports.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the week

The Bay Area News Group invites readers to vote for the Athlete of the Week through April 19.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island track star Zariel Macchia files lawsuit after being declared ineligible for state title

Peter Macchia's lawsuit aims to challenge eligibility rules that prevented Zariel Macchia from competing in state championships.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles Rams

Prep talk: Jorden Wells of Servite is freshman to watch in football, track

Freshman Jorden Wells demonstrates exceptional talent with a 100m sprint time of 10.64 seconds and over 20 touchdowns in football.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

High School Runner Who Struck Rival With Baton Faces Charge

High school runner facing criminal charge after baton incident during relay race, resulting in injury to another runner.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
SF parents

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.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Prep talk: Narbonne baseball coach Bill Dillon enjoying time with sons

Brandon Dillon's journey from bat boy to senior outfielder illustrates the passage of time and growth in high school sports.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the week

The Bay Area News Group invites readers to vote for the Athlete of the Week through April 19.
more#high-school-sports
fromNewsday
3 weeks ago
New York Islanders

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

Jessica Alessi is one of only 11 active Long Islanders to have run the 3000 meters in under 10 minutes.
#norway
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Video games

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

Gjert Ingebrigtsen denies allegations of violence against his children while acknowledging his demanding coaching style.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

How Norway Became a Powerhouse for All Seasons

Norway's sporting excellence is home-grown with stars like Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Karsten Warholm, showcasing a shift towards local talent in track and field.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Video games

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

Gjert Ingebrigtsen denies allegations of violence against his children while acknowledging his demanding coaching style.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

How Norway Became a Powerhouse for All Seasons

Norway's sporting excellence is home-grown with stars like Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Karsten Warholm, showcasing a shift towards local talent in track and field.
more#norway
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Women

Female track & field athletes face genetic testing

World Athletics will use cheek swabs and dry blood-spot tests for female athletes to ensure competition integrity.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month 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.
#safety
fromESPN.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Errant hammer throw at track meet kills spectator

A tragic accident occurred when a weight struck and killed a spectator at a youth track and field meet.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Washington Nationals

Virginia high school runner hit in head with baton during race

An athlete was hit in the head with a baton during a relay race, leading to a concussion and an investigation by the Virginia High School League.
fromESPN.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Errant hammer throw at track meet kills spectator

A tragic accident occurred when a weight struck and killed a spectator at a youth track and field meet.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Washington Nationals

Virginia high school runner hit in head with baton during race

An athlete was hit in the head with a baton during a relay race, leading to a concussion and an investigation by the Virginia High School League.
more#safety
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month 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.
#olympics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Highlights and heartbreak at the U.S. Olympics track trials

The U.S. Olympics Track and Field team finalizes its roster after breaking world records and showcasing potential in the 10-day trials at Hayward Field.
Running
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago

Americans Who Won Big at the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics showcased not only renowned athletes but also rising stars who contributed to the U.S. medal count, hinting at future successes.
Running
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Sha'Carri Richardson wins Olympic debut heat, qualifies for 100m semis

Sha'Carri Richardson wins first-ever race at Olympics in 100m with 10.94s, easily qualifying for semifinals.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

In Paris, Jamaican sprinters backslide in Olympic track rivalry with U.S.

Jamaica's absence from the Olympic sprinting dominance is evident in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
France politics

USA's Russell wins gold in women's 100m hurdles

France earned its first medal of any color at the Olympic track meet in the women's 100-meter hurdles.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Highlights and heartbreak at the U.S. Olympics track trials

The U.S. Olympics Track and Field team finalizes its roster after breaking world records and showcasing potential in the 10-day trials at Hayward Field.
Running
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago

Americans Who Won Big at the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics showcased not only renowned athletes but also rising stars who contributed to the U.S. medal count, hinting at future successes.
Running
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Sha'Carri Richardson wins Olympic debut heat, qualifies for 100m semis

Sha'Carri Richardson wins first-ever race at Olympics in 100m with 10.94s, easily qualifying for semifinals.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

In Paris, Jamaican sprinters backslide in Olympic track rivalry with U.S.

Jamaica's absence from the Olympic sprinting dominance is evident in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
France politics

USA's Russell wins gold in women's 100m hurdles

France earned its first medal of any color at the Olympic track meet in the women's 100-meter hurdles.
more#olympics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Scholastic Roundup: He was the dean of PSAL track and field

Marty Lewis significantly impacted PSAL track and field, coaching championship teams and serving as commissioner for over 20 years.
fromPortlandTribune.com
7 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Jerry Cash

Jerry Cash was a remarkable athlete, excelling in both high school and college sports, and left his mark on Georgia's athletic history.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Ryan Hopkins helps JSerra improve to 4-0 with victory over San Diego Lincoln

Ryan Hopkins' track speed greatly contributed to JSerra's football victory.
Team struggles highlight areas for improvement before upcoming league play.
fromsilive
8 months ago
Online Community Development

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.
#noah-lyles
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
Running

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
8 months ago
Writing

Noah Lyles is talking the talk ahead of the Olympics, now it's time to do the rest

Noah Lyles is blending three cultures – high fashion, anime, and hip-hop – to achieve celebrity status beyond track and field norms.
fromESPN.com
8 months ago
Running

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
8 months ago
Writing

Noah Lyles is talking the talk ahead of the Olympics, now it's time to do the rest

Noah Lyles is blending three cultures – high fashion, anime, and hip-hop – to achieve celebrity status beyond track and field norms.
more#noah-lyles
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Quincy Hall wins the Olympic 400-meter race, bringing gold back to the U.S.

American Quincy Hall wins men's 400m final at 2024 Olympics, reclaiming U.S. dominance in the event.
#gabby-thomas
Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 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.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

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

Gabby Thomas wins her first gold medal at the Stade de France after securing a bronze in the Tokyo Summer Games three years ago.
Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 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.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

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

Gabby Thomas wins her first gold medal at the Stade de France after securing a bronze in the Tokyo Summer Games three years ago.
more#gabby-thomas
Running
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
9 months ago

Aptos native Nikki Hiltz qualifies for Olympics with historic showing in 1,500

Nikki Hiltz, a nonbinary runner, won the women's 1,500-meter final at the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Team Trials, making their first appearance at the Olympics in 2024.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Louie Hinchliffe completes his fairytale journey from unknown to Olympic contender

Louie Hinchliffe went from a relatively unknown student to Britain's next sprint star, securing a Team GB spot at the Paris Olympics with a remarkable gold medal win.
Running
fromForbes
10 months ago

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Nearly Breaks 400-Meter American Record; Noah Lyles Opens Up His 200-Meter Season At The NYC Grand Prix

New York Grand Prix showcased top world athletes like Lyles, McLaughlin-Levrone, and Thompson-Herah; Ofili impresses; Thompson-Herah sustains injury.
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