athletes

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The ruling is the latest legal challenge to the NCAA’s enforcement ability, following previous injunctions for other college athletes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Jones said the lack of research on female athletes made the project "a really important step forward" and had changed how she thought about her health and future in the sport.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

And it’s not a surprise, Baker said, that more athletes aren’t out in sports like baseball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Her haul contributed to a total of 41 World Championship and Olympic medals which qualify her to be considered one of the greatest all-time female athletes.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“I’m writing a feature about promising teen athletes whose careers were cut short. I’d like to talk to you about your son.”

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng