Pope High names field after late football player Matt Hobby
Pope High School marked the 20th anniversary of its annual football fundraiser by officially naming its stadium field after a former player who inspired the effort.
Study reveals pre-CTE damage in brains of even young contact-sport athletes
An NIH-funded study of athletes under 51 found repeated head impacts can cause early neuron loss and brain inflammation years before CTE is detectable.
17-year-old Dodge County golf standout dies after collapse
Dodge County High School is mourning the death of 17-year-old Hadden Kelly, who collapsed Monday and later died, according to published reports.
Henry County Schools respond after mock 'funeral' pep rally draws outrage
Henry County Schools issued a video message emphasizing safety and sportsmanship after a viral Stockbridge High pep rally featured a mock “funeral" for rival Dutchtown High.
Atlanta Falcons honor teen athlete inspiring comeback from knee injury
Abby Lister, a Cambridge High School flag football standout, will be honored as an honorary captain by the Atlanta Falcons.
Georgia high school football legend T. McFerrin passes away at 83
T. McFerrin, a legendary Georgia high school football coach, won 341 games and two state championships, influencing countless lives over his 38-year career.
Fayette County hosts Georgia's largest spinal injury response training for high school football
Fayette County hosted the largest spinal injury response training in Georgia, focusing on best practices for handling potential spinal injuries on the football field.
Two metro Atlanta high school basketball stars get NIL deal
The Marist and Grayson High School stars just signed with Adidas. The NIL deals mean the players will get paid to play this year.
Petition seeks to stop termination of beloved Campbell HS basketball coaches
A high school community is rallying to save the jobs of two beloved Cobb County basketball coaches.
Virginia teen track runner who bashed opponent's head with baton charged with assault and battery
I.C. Norcom High School student athlete Alaila Everett has been charged with assault and battery after bashing an opponent's head with a baton during a track meet.
Apalachee High School head football coach stepping down after mass shooting
Apalachee High School head football coach Mike Hancock is stepping down, citing post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, grief, and depression in the wake of a deadly school shooting last September.
Riley Gaines Act advances: Georgia House passes controversial bill barring transgender athletes
The Georgia House passed House Bill 267, known as the Riley Gaines Act, with a 102-54 vote, aiming to bar transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
Jefferson High wrestler partially paralyzed in freak accident, team wins state title in his honor
A Jefferson High School wrestler is still recovering after a freak accident during a match left him partially paralyzed.
‘Freak accident’ breaks neck of high school wrestler during state championship
Jefferson High School senior wrestler Dominic Haines suffered a broken neck during a Class 3A quarterfinal match at the state championship in Macon.
MSHSL's transgender athlete policy under investigation by US Department of Education
The United States Department of Education announced an investigation into the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) after the state organization previously said it will allow students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity.
Buford High School football players commit to colleges during Early Signing Period
Across Georgia and the nation, student-athletes took a major step toward their dreams of playing college football on Wednesday as the Early Signing Period kicked off.
Archer HS football star suffers traumatic brain injury, family says
A Lawrenceville family needs help making ends meet after their loved one suffered a potentially life-changing injury during a high school football game.
The most dangerous sports for kids: What parents need to know, according to new data
New data from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System reveals the most dangerous activities for kids, from playgrounds to football. Learn which sports cause the most injuries across different age groups and how to keep your child safe.
'The Rock' helps Apalachee High kickoff first home football game since tragedy
The emotional game drew hundreds of spectators, including a surprise visit from actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
High school football in Georgia gets schedule extension after Helene
The Georgia High School Association (GHSA) has announced adjustments to the state’s football schedule following the severe damage caused by Hurricane Helene in several areas.