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‘FOR THE PRIDE OF HOUSTON’: PVAMU and Texas Southern University gear up for annual Labor Day Classic 🐯🐾
Read full article: ‘FOR THE PRIDE OF HOUSTON’: PVAMU and Texas Southern University gear up for annual Labor Day Classic 🐯🐾As the 2024 college football season approaches, two Houston hometown HBCU teams are preparing for a thrilling home opener coming up this weekend.
NCAA allows transfers to be immediately eligible, no matter how many times they've switched schools
Read full article: NCAA allows transfers to be immediately eligible, no matter how many times they've switched schoolsNCAA athletes will be immediately eligible to play no matter how many times they transfer — as long as they meet academic requirements.
NAIA all but bans transgender athletes from women's sports. NCAA vows to ensure 'fair competition'
Read full article: NAIA all but bans transgender athletes from women's sports. NCAA vows to ensure 'fair competition'The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced a policy that all but bans transgender athletes from women’s sports.
Local celebrities set to play in friendly dodgeball competition for Houston charities
Read full article: Local celebrities set to play in friendly dodgeball competition for Houston charitiesThe 'Ultimate Most Dopest Dodgeball Charity Challenge' will be held at Pitch 25 in EADO next Saturday afternoon.
Former NFL Player to receive award, foundation helps NICU families, and African market celebration on Houston Newsmakers
Read full article: Former NFL Player to receive award, foundation helps NICU families, and African market celebration on Houston NewsmakersKhambrel Marshall talks to an NFL star who is going to be honored with the Athletes in Acting Award’s Thriver’s recognition.
ROLL THE TAPE: Second Baptist Signing Day 2023
Read full article: ROLL THE TAPE: Second Baptist Signing Day 2023Second Baptist School had three athletes sign to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level earlier this month. VYPE was on hand at the Second Baptist School signing day to catch all the action and talk with the athletes and AD Mike Walker about the day and more!!
World track body proposal: No ban on transgender athletes
Read full article: World track body proposal: No ban on transgender athletesTrack and field’s governing body is facing renewed criticism from some for a proposal to allow transgender athletes to continue competing in top female events with stricter rules.
Athletic trainers caution about student injuries after 2 years of online practices
Read full article: Athletic trainers caution about student injuries after 2 years of online practicesAfter two years of many in-person practices and games canceled because of COVID-19, students are returning to athletics in full force. However, too much too soon can lead to injuries. Overuse injuries and ACL injuries are on the rise, especially in girls.
Sports Injury Prevention Tips: A guide to safety for young athletes and adults
Read full article: Sports Injury Prevention Tips: A guide to safety for young athletes and adultsFrom warming up to staying hydrated -- there are important steps our young athletes and ourselves can take to keep our bodies in shape year-round and help reduce the risk of injuries.
Houstonians, Texans contribute plenty to USA medal count from Tokyo Olympics
Read full article: Houstonians, Texans contribute plenty to USA medal count from Tokyo OlympicsThe Houston area was well represented at the Tokyo Olympics and contributed plenty to America's effort atop the overall medal count.
This Olympic volleyball duo went undefeated through the Athens and Beijing games. Here’s what they’re doing now.
Read full article: This Olympic volleyball duo went undefeated through the Athens and Beijing games. Here’s what they’re doing now.Beach Volleyball is one of the most popular events at the summer Olympics, and part of that reason is because of Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh-Jennings.
Here’s what Olympic soccer star Mia Hamm is doing now
Read full article: Here’s what Olympic soccer star Mia Hamm is doing nowThe U.S. women’s soccer team is undoubtedly one of the best soccer teams on the planet, but long before there was Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan and Carli Lloyd -- there was Mia Hamm.
H-Town High School Sports: North Shore's Davis, Banks sign NLIs
Read full article: H-Town High School Sports: North Shore's Davis, Banks sign NLIsHOUSTON - Whenever athletes are set to graduate early from North Shore High School, Jon Kay always makes sure that they get their well-deserved celebration. Last week, quarterback Dematrius Davis and receiver Shadrach Banks sat at a table on the sideline of Galena Park ISD Stadium with their teammates sitting behind them to celebrate their accomplishment. Davis signed with Auburn, while Banks signed with Texas A&M - both in the SEC. H-Town High School Sports host Todd Freed was on-hand for the signing and caught up with the newly-minted Tiger and Aggie.
Florida Sen. Rubio introduces NIL bill to push NCAA changes
Read full article: Florida Sen. Rubio introduces NIL bill to push NCAA changesFILE - In this March 12, 2020, file photo, Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., speaks to media on Capitol Hill in Washington. Ron DeSantis signed into a law a bill that would open up that market for college athletes in the state. The bill gives the NCAA until June 2021 to have new rules in place that will supersede states laws. These kids deserve to make a little bit of money while they're in college, Rubio said. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Mitt Romney (R-Utah) examining names, image and likeness compensation for college athletes, though Rubio's bill was separate from that group.
Who are the famous people with coronavirus? A list of all the celebrities, politicians, athletes tied to COVID-19
Read full article: Who are the famous people with coronavirus? A list of all the celebrities, politicians, athletes tied to COVID-19Tom Hanks and Rita WilsonThe couple were in Australia when they tested positive. He was not aware of any direct contact with any infected person.”Senator Rand Paul has tested positive for COVID-19. Last night, on the advice of my doctor, I went into hospital for some routine tests as I’m still experiencing coronavirus symptoms. Idris ElbaThe actor and his wife, Sabrina Dhowre, have coronavirus, according to social media along with published news articles. I tested positive for COVID19.