Slap fighting: The next big thing in combat sports, or unsporting stupidity?

UFC President Dana White says slap fighting is safer than boxing or MMA because each contestant usually takes only three blows per bout, but some others aren't convinced.

Georgia’s Jalen Carter will try to protect draft status at pro day

Jalen Carter’s next step in his attempts to preserve his status as a top prospect in next month’s NFL draft will be Georgia’s pro day on March 15, where he is expected to participate in workouts in front of coaches and general managers.

New charges complicate Jalen Carter’s 'character' question

Could charges of reckless driving and racing hurt former UGA star Jalen Carter's prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft?

Player treatment survey ranks NFL teams: Here's who tops the list

The report rated teams in eight categories — everything from meals and nutrition to training and travel — based on anonymous responses from about 1,300 players. The teams were ranked from 1 to 32.

Jalen Carter's NFL prospects
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What is former UGA football player Jalen Carter's NFL Draft stock following the announcement he will be charged with reckless driving and racing charges in connection to the deadly crash in Athens. Carter was said to be going as one of the top five overall picks this April.

Iditarod starts with smallest field ever in iconic sled dog race

The small turnout raises concerns about the future of an iconic race that has taken hits from the pandemic, climate change, inflation and loss of sponsors, as big-name champions are retiring.

New MLB pitch clock appears to work, shaves 20 minutes from early games

Major League Baseball approved its first pitch clock this season, and every day is a new experience for the players as they try to get used to them this spring.

Brooks Lennon on Atlanta United's deepened team chemistry
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An epic rock, paper, scissors game was a moment Brooks Lennon realized this Atlanta United squad was different -- and he thinks their strong camaraderie will translate to strong on-field chemistry. Kelly Price sat down with the Five Stripes defender one-on-one before their season opener Saturday night against San Jose.

One-on-one with Atlanta United's Brooks Lennon
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Kelly Price talks one-on-one with defender Brooks Lennon about Atlanta United's upcoming 2023 campaign, the Five Stripes' expectations, and what they want to get out of their season opener Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

MLB's bigger bases could lead to more steals, fewer injuries, experts say

Major League Baseball is introducing bigger bases this season as part of a flurry of changes designed to put more action and athleticism back in the game.

Spring Training gives first look at MLB's new pitch clock
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The Atlanta Braves are learning how to use MLB's new and controversial pitch clock. It is designed to move the game along faster by placing a time limit on the time between pitches. Batters will have to move quicker to get into position and pitchers will need to be ready.

March Madness 2023: Here’s what you need to know about the tournament

The men's college basketball season is racing toward NCAA Tournament time. Conference tournaments will start the first week of March, followed by Selection Sunday on March 12.