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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.
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.
UTSA teams with Florida firm to boost athlete branding
Read full article: UTSA teams with Florida firm to boost athlete brandingThe University of Texas at San Antonio Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has entered into a licensing agreement with The Brandr Group in an effort to expand marketing opportunities for its student athletes.
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.
Meet the Texas women looking to bring home the gold in Tokyo Olympics
Read full article: Meet the Texas women looking to bring home the gold in Tokyo OlympicsAt least 15 female athletes from Texas are competing this year, including Simone Biles, Cat Osterman, Simone Manuel, Brittney Griner and the Hurley sisters from San Antonio.
KSAT-TV EXTRA: Three Negro League baseball players return to the field
Read full article: KSAT-TV EXTRA: Three Negro League baseball players return to the fieldExtended interviews with the local San Antonio athletes who made history for the cityIf you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.
UT Health San Antonio expert: 1 in 5 young, healthy athletes risk serious COVID-19 infection
Read full article: UT Health San Antonio expert: 1 in 5 young, healthy athletes risk serious COVID-19 infectionSAN ANTONIO With high school football season rapidly approaching, parents and young athletes are being advised about the risk for serious COVID-19 infections among healthy teenagers. Considered a "small but significant" risk, Dr. Fred Campbell, an associate professor of medicine at UT Health San Antonio, said, "There is absolutely no guarantee despite the relatively low risk." He said only one in five healthy young people are sick enough to be hospitalized. Campbell said those with the highest risk are people with compromised immune systems, chronic illness or who are undergoing cancer treatments. "It's impossible to be certain that a healthy person that's an athlete is not going to get a serious COVID-19 infection," he said.
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.