WNBA player Napheesa Collier, a five-time All-Star, former Defensive Player of the Year, and current MVP front-runner, captained her first WNBA All-Star game this past weekend in Indianapolis. The exuberant event for the highest level of women’s basketball […]
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In an opulent ceremony at the ESPYS over the weekend, Cameron Boozer and Jane Hedengren were each named the 2025 National Gatorade Player of the Year.
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The Jacksonville Jaguars have finally won a championship–though not the one you might think. The 2025 NFL FLAG Championships showcased a full display of incredible athleticism and competition this past weekend at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. With events like these, prep athletes are helping to shine a light on the future of football. According to the NFL, flag football participation internationally is expected to overtake tackle football “in the next few years”. As parents remain concerned about the effects of head injuries on athletes, flag football has opened up as a safer alternative to the traditional tackle sport, and is growing in popularity amongst the youth.
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The burgeoning midfielder is already making history. When she joined NYCFC she became the first girl to earn a spot on an MLS Academy team.
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Last week, the New York Times published a major report on youth sports. The takeaway? Youth sports in America aren’t just a pastime, they’re big business. The feature dives deep into the rapidly growing $40 billion youth sports […]
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Athletes, coaches, and parents are always looking for the latest technology to keep players safe on the football field, and as youth athletes prepare this summer for upcoming training camps and the regular season, utilizing the latest tech […]
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Youth sports business news comes from BuyingSandlot.com. Subscribe to their free newsletter here. 🧠 Northwestern Report Is Promising For Youth Contact Sports A study in the latest Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease could be a literal game-changer for youth sports. […]
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Who doesn’t want to dunk on their dad? You may have seen this viral clip of Jason Maxiell II at home dunking on his father, former NBA player Jason Maxiell, in early July. The wholesome moment shows an […]
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Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 1 ranked prospect out of Washington and top-ranked center in the Class of 2026, turned heads after a rapturous slam dunk.
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