Yelling. Taunts. Insults. Harsh words. Physical violence. About 1 in 5 college athletes receive such abuse from their coaches, researchers report. Overall, nearly 19% of more than 3,300 athletes on ...

For local athletes and their families, the recruiting process can be a stressful one. Some won't get as much interest as they expect or feel they deserve. Some will get so much that it's difficult to ...

In an era of highlight reels and viral training clips, it's easy to forget what true athletic development really takes. During a powerful moment on Power Athlete Radio, legendary gymnastics coach ...

Simone Biles once described using her coaches’ harsh criticism as fuel. One told her she was fat. Others questioned her preparation. But instead of breaking, she pushed herself harder in the gym. Not ...

UK Athletics (UKA) has permanently banned a coach from the sport after being found guilty of an intimate relationship with an athlete, sending sexually inappropriate images and racist slurs. After ...

Volleyball has been a source of joy for Aly Torline, shaping her from a kid in club leagues to collegiate athlete. The 30-year-old “can’t say enough good things” about her experience at the California ...

With a new school year comes a new landscape for college sports. Earlier this summer, the federal courts settled the class-action lawsuit, House v. NCAA, that will have massive implications in the ...

The competition is fierce. Olympic gymnast Simone Biles is pushing herself to perform stronger and more consistently. Then, her coach calls her "fat." It's meant as a motivation, but this time, it has ...

As No. 6 Illinois (5-3, 2-2) prepares for NCAA championships, assistant coach Connor McCool is diving into his career. McCool was an Illini athlete before becoming a coach, and he discusses navigating ...

Athletes should be proactive in contacting coaches, showcasing skills, and maintaining good academics. Personalized communication is key, avoiding generic mass emails and encouraging direct ...