Ex-NCAA sprint champ Cameron Burrell, 26, dies

HOUSTON — Former NCAA national champion sprinter Cameron Burrell has died. He was 26. The University of Houston, where he starred from 2013-2018, announced his death. The school said he died Monday but did not provide further details. Burrell’s father, Leroy Burrell, a former Olympic gold medal sprinter who coaches Houston’s track team, released a… Continue reading Ex-NCAA sprint champ Cameron Burrell, 26, dies

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UEFA deal with 9 Super League clubs; 3 rebels face sanctions

Nine of the 12 Super League clubs have formally renounced the breakaway and committed to the existing European competitions but they will have to give up 5% of UEFA revenue for one season as a punishment for the rebellion that briefly split football. But Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus have refused to approve what UEFA… Continue reading UEFA deal with 9 Super League clubs; 3 rebels face sanctions

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Messi wants fans to join 'crusade' to stop abuse

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has urged his social media followers to demand stricter measures to stop online abuse and discrimination. Messi also backed English football for their four-day boycott of social media in response to the ongoing discriminatory abuse received online by players. – Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. only) – Kick It… Continue reading Messi wants fans to join 'crusade' to stop abuse

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Pop Warner investigating viral youth football tackling video after outrage

Pop Warner said Wednesday it was investigating a viral video that showed two youth football players colliding in a ball-carrying and tackling drill. The video caused a massive amount of outrage among current and former NFL athletes, as well as fans of the sport, with some likening the drill to “child abuse.” CLICK HERE FOR… Continue reading Pop Warner investigating viral youth football tackling video after outrage

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