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With No U.S Olympic Race Walkers, Will The Event Grow?
When non-runners think of track and field as an Olympic sport, they mostly image athletes like Usain Bolt or Sha’Carri Richardson sprinting to the finish on a track straightway with leg muscles bulging, seemingly flying through the air. Would it be accurate to say that they probably never even... Read more
Simone Biles And Sunisa Lee Make History Already At 2024 Paris Olympics
Team USA’s Simone Biles and Sunisa Lee have made an impact on U.S. gymnastics in just the qualification round. On Sunday, July 28 both Biles and Lee were named the two gymnasts to move on to compete in the Olympic all-around competition. The women are already making history at... Read more
The 2024 Paris Olympic Opening Ceremony: What Time To Watch & Must-See Weekend Events
After what seems like a long-anticipated wait, Friday is the official start to the 2024 Paris Olympics with the opening ceremony currently taking place. From Snoop Dogg carrying the Olympic torch into Paris Friday morning before the ceremony tonight as one of the final torch bearers to Celine Dion... Read more
Junior Olympic 1500m Race Walk Final: Results And Highlights
The USAF Junior Olympics Track & Field Championship are underway at the E. B. Cushing Stadium in Texas all week. On Wednesday, July 24, the elite youth track and field meet featured the final for the 1500m race walk. Taking disciple and endurance, boys and girls in this event... Read more
Quincy Wilson Wins Holloway Pro Classic, Sets 400m U18 Record Again
In a tight race to the finish, Quincy Wilson won the men’s 400m race at the 2024 Holloway Pro Classic elite track meet. Wilson finished in first place with the time of 44.20 seconds, shattering the U18 world record in the 400m—a record he set three times in the... Read more
Cyclist Can Now Track Heart Rate Directly From Apple Watch With Garmin Edge GPS
It’s a good day to be a cyclist for those who are Apple Watch users. Cyclists no longer need to wear a heart rate an additional monitor if they already wear an Apple Watch. Their smartwatch can now seamlessly connect to the Garmin Edge GPS to provide athletes with... Read more
These Are All The Skills Named After Simone Biles
There is no denying that Simone Biles has made history in gymnastics. The most decorated gymnast of all time—who has never lost a World Championship competition–has six Olympic medals. Biles will attempt to add more medals to her award collection when she competes representing the United States in the... Read more
‘Simone Biles Rising’Review: Biles Breaks New Ground in Gymnastics Mental Health
Netflix released part one of the anticipated documentary series Simone Biles Rising on Wednesday, July 17. The series follows the struggles and comeback of the ‘greatest gymnast of all time’ from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics leading up to the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. While the meat of the story... Read more
California Teen Swimmer Makes History With ‘Triple Crown’
California teen swimmer Maya Merhige is making waves in sports history books. The 16-year-old is among the list of youngest swimmers in history to accomplish the prestigious Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming. Those who achieve the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming honor are those who are successful... Read more
How To Prepare For Summer Tournaments and Competitions
Summer is an exciting time for youth athletes, especially those who plan to participate in summer tournaments and competitions. While some might use the summer to focus on recovery or enjoy summer sports recreationally in a lighthearted way, those who have events lined up need to keep their game... Read more
Josiah Tostenson Wins Oregon Track And Field Gatorade Player Of The Year
Josiah Tostenson is no stranger to winning. Coming out of an impressive 2024 track and field season that includes his number four national ranking in the 1500m, the rising senior was just named Gatorade’s top track and field star in Oregon. Gatorade announced Josiah Tostenson is the recipient of... Read more
How To Balance Running With Other Summer Activities
Summer break offers student-athletes a well-deserved break from the busy academic year. However, it also brings with it loads of activities such as family vacations, part-time jobs, social events, and other sports. For athlete runners, maintaining a consistent training schedule amidst these distractions can be challenging. It’s easy to... Read more