Latest Sports Breaking News
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April 6, 2021
Challenged Athletes Foundation Launches Virtual High School Adaptive Sports Program
SAN DIEGO, CA – April 6, 2021 – The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) announced today the launch of its High School Adaptive Sports Program, presented by Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation. With 100 registered athletes to date, the first-of-its-kind, virtual program focuses on track & field and will be offered to...
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April 6, 2021
A Runner’s Story of Survival Against All Odds: Ultrarunner Hillary Allen Launches New Book
April 6, 2021 - Ultrarunner Hillary Allen was at the top of her game, racing high above the clouds at a Skyrunning event in Norway, when a horrifying fall sent her skidding hundreds of feet down the mountain. While Allen survived the fall, it forever altered the trajectory of her...
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April 6, 2021
The 3-Person Relay is Welcomed Back to The Air Force Marathon’s September Event Lineup
The Air Force Marathon’s three-person relay has returned and takes place September 18, 2021 at the 25th Anniversary celebration of the event. Registration will close after first 250 teams sign up. “The Air Force Marathon has, since its inception, been about bringing people together to have fun and celebrate overcoming adversity,”...
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April 6, 2021
Canada’s Newest Walk/Run Challenge has “gone to the dogs”
(Toronto, ON, April 5th, 2021) - The ‘pandemic puppy phenomenon’ has been credited with keeping Canadians physically and mentally supported over the last 12 months by providing opportunities for safely-distanced outdoor activities like daily dog walks. To help keep this healthy trend going, starting today, dog owners can register for...
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April 6, 2021
BibBoards Reaches Mega Milestone Helping Over 1,000 Races in Three Years
Earlier today, it was revealed that BibBoards INC reached a remarkable milestone as records showed that the company had provided bib fasteners for endurance sports participants in over 1000 races across since 2017. The company reached this milestone in the pre-pandemic era, and it simply tells that they have been...
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April 6, 2021
Hartford Marathon Foundation Engages Committee of Experts in Developing Thorough Covid-19 Mitigation Strategies
April 6, 2021- Glastonbury, CT– The Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) has culled the expertise of leading public health officials and medical experts to develop the standard of safety practices for returning to in-person running events in Connecticut. The non-profit race management company enlisted authorities from multiple health and safety disciplines...
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April 6, 2021
Running USA Launches Race Director Magazine
(April 6, 2021) - Running USA, the non-profit trade association for the sport of road running, is excited to announce a new digital magazine for race directors. Race Director Magazine (RDM)’s first issue is now available for readers interested in the running industry to explore and enjoy. The first issue...
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April 5, 2021
Michael Schär kicked out of Tour of Flanders for littering
Michael Schär (AG2R Citroën Team) was disqualified from the Tour of Flanders after throwing a bidon towards a group of fans. The rider was off the back of the peloton with a second mechanical when the incident took place. Cycling News
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April 5, 2021
London Marathon organisers to host COVID-19 test event for UK Government
London Marathon Events (LME) is set to host the Reunion 10K as the UK Government aims to gather scientific data on holding mass participation events during the COVID-19 pandemic. The event on April 24 and 25 will be one of the pilots in the Events Research Programme, and is planned...
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April 3, 2021
Life Time Introduces The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a New Gravel Bike and Trail Run Event in Trinidad, Colorado
TRINIDAD, Colo., April 3, 2021— As off-road endurance events continue to gain popularity throughout the country, Life Time is excited to announce The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a new off-road cycle and trail run event based in Trinidad, Colo. The ‘Rad marks the newest event conceptualized by the Life Time Events...
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April 2, 2021
Salem, Oregon Announced as Host City of New IRONMAN 70.3 Oregon Triathlon
SALEM, Ore. / TAMPA, Fla. (April 2, 2021) – IRONMAN, in conjunction with Travel Salem and Sport Oregon, announced today that Salem, Oregon, will serve as the newest host venue for an IRONMAN® 70.3® triathlon. The inaugural IRONMAN® 70.3® Oregon event will take place on Sunday, July 25, 2021, with...
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April 2, 2021
Waco, Texas Newest Destination to Host Full-Distance IRONMAN Triathlon; Inaugural Edition Set for October 2021
WACO, Texas / TAMPA, Fla. (April 2, 2021) – IRONMAN announced today a new full-distance IRONMAN® triathlon will be added in Waco, Texas providing for additional racing opportunities in the fall of this year. The inaugural IRONMAN Waco will take place on Saturday, October 23, 2021 and be followed by IRONMAN® 70.3® Waco...
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April 2, 2021
It’s Time to Mash It Up: Humana Rock ‘N’ Roll Virtual Running Club Mixes It Up This April
TAMPA, Fla. (April 2, 2021) –The Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll® Virtual Running Club™ (VRC™) is hitting the virtual pavement this April with the Mashup theme, and who doesn’t love a good mashup to jam out to on their runs? Throughout April, participants will be able to mash-it-up with one week...
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April 2, 2021
Italian private equity firm buys Cytech Group
PM&Partners SGR, and Italian private equity company, has become the majority shareholder in Cytech, the parent company Elastic Interface and other cycing brands. In 2020 the company sold more than 3.2 million pads. Elastic Interface also has recently expanded into offer cycling glove pads, used by brands including Giro. Cytech's...
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April 2, 2021
Peloton Completes Precor Acquisition
With this acquisition, Peloton establishes its U.S. manufacturing capacity, anticipates boosting research and development capabilities with Precor's highly-skilled team and accelerating Peloton's penetration of the commercial market. Peloton plans to produce connected fitness products in the United States before the end of the calendar year 2021. Yahoo
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April 1, 2021
New York pop-up retailer brings rarely seen road brands to US cyclists
The pop-ups feature some high-end road cycling brands rarely seen in the U.S., such as Festka (from Czech Republic), Isadore (from Slovakia), MAAP (Australia), and Q36.5 (Austria). The store has no brick-and-mortar home, but makes online sales (with delivery by bicycle an option in New York City) and operates the pop-up...
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April 1, 2021
Chinese runners applaud marathon race’s termination of partnership with ASICS
Chinese runners applauded the suspension of a partnership between a domestic marathon race organizer and Japanese sportswear company ASICS, which has caused outrage among the Chinese public for its double-crossing move on the Xinjiang cotton issue. Global Times
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April 1, 2021
Groundbreaking SuperStarch Energy Now Available in Pre-Mixed Pouches
(Woodbridge, CT) The UCAN Company is launching an extraordinary innovation in sports fueling called UCAN Edge. It is the first and only SuperStarch-based energy product in a portable pouch. UCAN Edge delivers peak athletic performance without compromising your health and metabolic fitness, all in a convenient format. “I’ve used Edge...
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April 1, 2021
“No One Should Ever Be Penalized for Getting Pregnant”
How a new maternity leave policy is changing the landscape for female pros. Triathlete
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April 1, 2021
Cyclist killed while trying to beat rising South Miami Avenue drawbridge
The experienced cyclist tried to make it across the bridge that connects downtown Miami to Brickell. Police said he was possibly trying to beat the bridge as it was rising up and got stuck, but despite his efforts to hang on, he would not survive. WSVN
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April 1, 2021
USA Cycling Awards Inaugural Club Safe Sport Program Recipients
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling’s new Club Safe Sport Program allows clubs to demonstrate their commitment to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for all club members through implementing, enforcing and monitoring USA Cycling’s Club Safe Sport Program. The Program was introduced in September 2020, with applications accepted on a...
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April 1, 2021
Super League Triathlon To Expand Tech Offering With Racecheck Acquisition
Super League Triathlon has strengthened its plans to further innovate in sport and technology with the acquisition of Racecheck. The world’s most exciting triathlon brand is now backed by the technical expertise of Racecheck, who have developed a thriving race review and feedback management platform for event organisers and the...
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April 1, 2021
Epic Adventurers, Endurance Athletes Invited To Apply for Punch Gunk’s Go Get It Grant Program
LOS ANGELES – Punch Gunk, the award-winning performance therapeutics company shaking up the pain relief and workout recovery industry, announced today that applications are now open for their Go Get It Grant Program. Athletes and teams in need of a financial assistant for upcoming athletic endeavors can apply for amounts...
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April 1, 2021
2021 Austin Half Marathon Seeks Local Bands to Provide On-Course Music
AUSTIN, Texas, April 1st, 2021 -- The Ascension Seton Austin Half Marathon presented by Under Armour invites local bands to join the race-day excitement and perform live music on the 13.1-mile course. Local musicians have provided energy and the sounds of Austin for years to runners on course. Runners from...
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April 1, 2021
Alabama Cycling Classic returns July 3rd-4th as Part of USA Cycling’s Professional Road Tour
Anniston, Ala. (April 1, 2021) -- Following a 2020 cancellation due to challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alabama Cycling Classic returns to Calhoun County in its traditional weekend format of national bicycle races for amateur and professional athletes on July 3rd and 4th. The City of Anniston will...