NBA Unveils Rest, Participation Guidelines for Youth-Basketball Players
The National Basketball Association and USA Basketball unveiled guidelines aimed at reducing burnout and overuse injuries in youth basketball players.
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July 14, 2016
National Federation to Limit Number of Throws for H.S. Baseball Pitchers
The National Federation of State High School Associations will now require each state's member federation to adopt a limit on the number of pitches that baseball players can throw during a game.
April 28, 2016
Wisconsin Law Requires CPR Training in School Health Classes
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker his signed a bill mandating CPR training in every school health course between grades seven and 12 by the 2017-2018 school year.
March 10, 2016
Study Finds Fatigue a Culprit for Increase in Youth-Pitcher Injuries
According to a new study, fatigue and overuse are contributing factors to the increase in shoulder and elbow injuries in young baseball pitchers, as their mechanics change as their pitch count increases.
October 08, 2015
Two More Fatalities Reported Among High School Football Players
Less than two weeks after a high school quarterback in New Jersey died after suffering a lacerated spleen during a game, two more high school football players have died, bringing the overall fatality count to five this fall.
September 29, 2015
High School Quarterback Dies After Suffering Lacerated Spleen During Game
Warren Hills Regional High School quarterback Evan Murray died after suffering a lacerated spleen during a game Friday evening.
July 27, 2015
Baseball Hall of Famer Warns Parents About Dangers of Year-Round Pitching
During his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, legendary Atlanta Braves pitcher John Smoltz offered a warning to parents and youth-athletes about the dangers of year-round pitching.
February 02, 2015
Colorado H.S. Association Establishes Pitch Count for Baseball Pitchers
Starting in the 2016 season, high school baseball pitchers in Colorado will be subjected to strict limits on the number of pitches they're allowed to throw.
November 18, 2014
Researcher Tests Magnet-Based Strategy to Prevent Concussions
Magnets may help slow down helmet-to-helmet collisions enough to reduce concussion risks in athletes.
July 07, 2014
Study Examines Injury Rates Among Middle School Athletes
Middle school athletes are less likely to sustain injuries than their high school or collegiate counterparts, though female student-athletes are at significantly higher risk of mild injury during practices than games.
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