Braves place OF Ronald Acuna on 10-day IL with sore wrist

The Atlanta Braves decided to place outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. on the 10-day injured list retroactively Saturday because of lingering wrist soreness, and they're hoping he can return next weekend.

Some high school coaches concerned about off-campus camps

Some high school football coaches are expressing concerns over potential COVID-19 risks at private football events. At least one coach is taking it a step further to discourage his players from attending.

DeKalb Schools delay all high school sports through the end of September

The DeKalb County School District announced on Friday they are delaying all athletics through the end of September. The decision was made after evaluating the latest COVID-19 data from the county's board of health, according to a release from the district.

The top 10 current Atlanta Falcons players with the most swag

The Atlanta Falcons aren't lacking any swagger. The city of Atlanta itself has a big influence on American pop culture, and the Falcons amplify the ATL vibe through the team's brand and overall identity. So, it's no surprise that Falcons players are some of the most fashionable guys in the NFL

The top 10 current Atlanta Falcons players with the most swag
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The Atlanta Falcons aren't lacking any swagger. The city of Atlanta itself has a big influence on?American pop culture, and the Falcons amplify the ATL vibe through the team's brand and overall identity. So, it's no surprise that?Falcons players are some of the most fashionable guys in the NFL

Fulton County Schools delays all fall high school sports

Fulton County Schools are delaying all fall sports as they monitor the impacts of COVID-19. The school system made the announcement Thursday night.

NCAA cancels fall championships as major football marches on amid COVID-19 pandemic

Last week the NCAA Board of Governors said championship events in a sport would canceled if fewer than 50% of the teams competing in that sports played a regular season.

Falcons move into next phase of training camp

Falcons training camp moved to the next phase. Now the acclimation period is behind them and it’s on to a much more normal looking practice.

Big East Conference postpones fall sports season, joining Pac-12 and Big Ten

The Big East Conference said Wednesday that it will postpone its fall sports season, joining the Pac-12 and Big Ten in pausing play out of concern for the welfare of student-athletes during the coronavirus pandemic.

Emory Sports Cardiologist discusses athlete's heart risks following COVID-19

FOX 5’s Justin Felder spoke with Dr. Jonathan Kim who is the Chief of Sports Cardiology at Emory University to find out more about the condition and how COVID-19 might create a heart issue with athletes.

Emory Sports Cardiologist discusses athlete's heart risks following COVID-19
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FOX 5?s Justin Felder spoke with Dr. Jonathan Kim who is the Chief of Sports Cardiology at Emory University to find out more about the condition and how COVID-19 might create a heart issue with athletes.

2020 Masters Tournament to take place without fans

Fred Ridley, Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, announced Wednesday that the 2020 Masters tournament will take place November 9-15 without patrons or guests on the grounds. 

Kennesaw State fall football postponed

The Big South Conference announced Wednesday that it will postpone all fall sports with the intention of playing a spring season. That includes the Kennesaw State Owls football program.

Georgia high school officials predict ref shortage amid pandemic concerns
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While recruiting and retaining officials is a struggle in a normal year, the pandemic has made it even more difficult. Many football association officials in the Atlanta metro area say in addition to lower rookie class numbers, they are also losing veteran officials and expect more to opt out of the 2020 season as Week 1 on Sept. 4 quickly approaches.

Georgia high school officials predict ref shortage amid pandemic concerns
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While recruiting and retaining officials is a struggle in a normal year, the pandemic has made it even more difficult. Many Atlanta metro area football associations estimate they are down at least a dozen officials heading into the 2020 season, and their leaders expect more to opt out as Week 1 approaches on Sept. 4.

Georgia high school officials predict ref shortage amid pandemic concerns

As the Georgia high school football season is less than a month away, the GHSA has handed down health and safety protocols for schools. But local football associations in charge of staffing officials for games on Friday nights are struggling to devise their own measures to keep their members safe — not to mention making sure there are enough refs on the field as many choose to stay away.

'We Want To Play' movement unsuccessful with Big Ten, Pac-12

Just a day after a handful of Power 5 college football players came together and crafted a message in support of playing the 2020 season, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, two of the biggest conferences in college athletics voted to postpone fall sports.