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Legacy on Ice

U.S. Figure Skating to Host “Legacy on Ice” Event on March 2

U.S. Figure Skating has announced a figure skating tribute at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. on March 2 to support the families and loved ones affected by the plane crash at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The national governing body is collaborating with Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Entertainment Gang on the tribute. The […]

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High School Girls Flag Football Showcase
Team AFC and Team NFC play during the NFL High School Girls Flag Football Showcase on February 2, 2025 in Orlando, Fla. The NFL is leaning heavily into promoting girls and women's flag football, including the idea of a pro league. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/AP Content Services for the NFL)

Flag Football’s Rise Among Girls and Women Boosts NFL, USA Football

NEW ORLEANS — The NFL’s increased emphasis on flag football was on full display with multiple events over the week to showcase the league’s years-long push into the sport, especially on the girls and women’s front. Flag football debuts on the Olympic program in 2028 in Los Angeles and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday […]

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USA Archery OAS

USA Archery to Run Olympic Archery in the Schools Program

USA Archery has assumed management of the Olympic Archery in the Schools program, formerly operated by the Easton Sports Development Foundation. The program introduces Olympic-style archery to middle and high school students through a competition format inspired by the Olympic Games. By joining their school’s archery team, students compete against other teams in their region, […]

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USRowing

USRowing Executive Director Rich Cacioppo Moves to New Role

USRowing Executive Director Rich Cacioppo will transition to a strategic advisory role for the organization over the coming months to support USRowing’s plans for coastal and indoors disciplines, high performance and grassroots facilities and the sport’s future. Cacioppo joined USRowing in January 2022 to lead efforts across membership, competition, learning and development and safeguarding. His […]

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USA Cycling COR

USA Cycling Extends Partnership with COR BMX Park

USA Cycling and COR BMX Park in South Jordan, Utah, have renewed their partnership through 2025 as the facility will remain the hub for U.S. National Team training camps as athletes prepare for the 2025 UCI World Cups and World Championships. The partnership will emphasize athlete development, creating opportunities for riders to hone their skills […]

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2025 XXI World Ice Fishing Championship

Michigan to Host 2025 XXI World Ice Fishing Championship

USAngling has announced that the 2025 XXI World Ice Fishing Championship will take place February 11–16 on Tamarack Lake in Lakeview, Michigan — 45 minutes northeast of Grand Rapids. It will mark the first time for Michigan to host the event, which has been around the world since its inception in 2004. “We are proud […]

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US Ski Ski Austria

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Partners with Ski Austria

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has announced its first commercial partnership with another country’s national ski and snowboard organization as it will work with Ski Austria on sports, marketing and commercial opportunities. “We are pleased to expand our relationship with Ski Austria,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, U.S. Ski & Snowboard president and chief executive officer. “Their expertise […]

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USA Wrestling

USA Wrestling Adds Katie Kriebel to Staff

USA Wrestling has named Katie Kriebel to the new position of manager of athlete career transition and women’s inclusion. She will work in USA Wrestling’s national teams department. Kriebel has served as USA Wrestling’s assistant national women’s coach since April 2022 as part of USA Wrestling’s professional coaching staff. In her new role, Kriebel will […]

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US Figure Skating Elevate

U.S. Figure Skating Partners with Elevate Talent for CEO Search

U.S. Figure Skating has retained Elevate Talent to lead the search for a new chief executive officer to lead the Colorado Springs-based organization. The position will be based in Colorado Springs and report to the president of U.S. Figure Skating and its board of directors, which is comprised of 33 percent athletes. The vacancy occurred […]

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USA Rugby 50th

USA Rugby Celebrates 50th Anniversary in 2025

USA Rugby has announced a year-long celebration as it marks its 50th year as members, donors and fans will recount historical moments, along with opportunities to celebrate through events, memorabilia and philanthropic opportunities. The first of these opportunities is a major gifts fundraising program, On The Team, which will provide funds to USA Rugby athletes […]

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