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U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Morgan Millican Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Morgan Millican, of Acworth, Ga., an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a two-year sanction after testing positive for a prohibited substance.
U.S. Track & Field Athlete Ridouane Harroufi Accepts Sanction for Second Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Ridouane Harroufi, of Fort Collins, Colo., an athlete in the sport of track and field, has accepted an eight-year suspension for his second anti-doping rule violation.
USADA Virtually Hosts 19th Annual Science Symposium on Advancing Anti-Doping Science during Global Crisis
USADA is hosting its 19th Annual Science Symposium through five virtual video sessions on “Redefining Normal: Disruption, Challenges, and Opportunities for Anti-Doping Science in a Global Crisis.”
U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Matthew McCullough Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Matthew McCullough, of Houston, Texas, an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a 20-month sanction after testing positive for a prohibited substance.
Athlete Responsibilities and Failures to Comply with Sample Collection
What athletes need to know about their responsibilities during sample collection and what may be considered a failure to comply.
U.S. Cycling Athlete Jonathan Wood Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
USADA announced today that Jonathan Wood, of Seattle, Wash., an athlete in the sport of cycling, has accepted a two-year suspension for an anti-doping rule violation.
USADA Virtually Hosts 19th Annual Science Symposium on Advancing Anti-Doping Science during Global Crisis
USADA is hosting its 19th Annual Science Symposium through five virtual video sessions on “Redefining Normal: Disruption, Challenges, and Opportunities for Anti-Doping Science in a Global Crisis.”
International Anti-Doping Leaders Stand with Athlete Community in Calling on WADA to Go Further and Faster with Meaningful Anti-Doping Reform
International anti-doping leaders stand with athlete community in calling on WADA to go further and faster with meaningful anti-doping reform.
USADA Hosts Virtual Collaboration with Global Anti-Doping Organization Educators
The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) hosted a virtual collaboration meeting on August 11, 2020 in lieu of its annual Penrose Club education summit.
AAA Panel Denies Athlete’s Appeal Against Therapeutic Use Exemption Decision
An independent panel of arbitrators from the AAA has denied the appeal of a non-national athlete challenging the decision of USADA’s independent TUE Committee (TUEC) to deny her request for a TUE.
TrueSport Adds Seven National Governing Bodies of Sport as Partners to Expand Values-Based Education Initiative
TrueSport has announced the addition of seven new governing bodies of sport as partners in it’s growing expert-backed content program.
TrueSport Welcomes More Subject-Matter Experts to Grow Resources for Youth Sport Community
TrueSport® announced additional partnerships with diverse subject-matter experts who will contribute clinical insights and evidence-based guidance.
Athlete Responsibilities and Failures to Comply with Sample Collection
What athletes need to know about their responsibilities during sample collection and what may be considered a failure to comply.
USADA Implementing New Sample Collection Equipment
USADA will begin implementing new sample collection equipment as part of its continued commitment to innovation and providing athletes with the best possible anti-doping solutions.
Advisory: 3 Questions Athletes Should Ask During Every Test
To help athletes exercise their anti-doping rights, USADA has identified three questions that athletes should ask during every test.
Athlete Advisory: Updated Prohibited List and Key Reminders for 2020
In 2020, WADA made clarifications to the Prohibited List to help athletes and their support teams better understand prohibited substances and methods.
Supplement Risk and NSF Certified for Sport®
USADA currently recognizes NSF Certified for Sport® as the program best suited for athletes to reduce the risk from supplements.
Athlete Advisory: 5 Things to Keep in Mind for 2019
Take time to learn about the 2019 Prohibited List & become familiar with changes that might impact the substances & methods you can use as a competitive athlete.
3 Supplement Manufacturers Charged in Criminal Cases
Despite the challenges of removing illegal products from the market, regulators do occasionally catch up with the people who own and run fraudulent supplement businesses.
Supplement Risk and NSF Certified for Sport®
USADA currently recognizes NSF Certified for Sport® as the program best suited for athletes to reduce the risk from supplements.
TrueSport Releases New Resource on Dietary Supplements for Athletes and Parents
TrueSport is excited to announce the release of a new resource to help parents and athletes make healthy choices when it comes to nutrition and dietary supplements.
Protecting Athletes and Consumers: USADA’s Fight Against Supplement Risks
By supporting legislation and initiatives to protect athletes and consumers, USADA has demonstrated its commitment to educate athletes & consumers about supplement risks.
Clean Sport Red Flags #4: High-Risk Dietary Supplements
When it comes to supplements, there is a spectrum of risk for a positive anti-doping test or adverse health event. There are numerous red flags to look out for as an athlete or consumer considering the use of supplements.
Clean Sport Red Flags #3: Thinking Supplements are as Safe as Medications
While athletes should consult health professionals about the use of supplements, it’s equally important for athletes and their support personnel to understand that supplements and medications are very different in terms of regulation and safety.
U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Morgan Millican Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Morgan Millican, of Acworth, Ga., an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a two-year sanction after testing positive for a prohibited substance.
U.S. Track & Field Athlete Ridouane Harroufi Accepts Sanction for Second Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Ridouane Harroufi, of Fort Collins, Colo., an athlete in the sport of track and field, has accepted an eight-year suspension for his second anti-doping rule violation.
U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Matthew McCullough Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Matthew McCullough, of Houston, Texas, an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a 20-month sanction after testing positive for a prohibited substance.
U.S. Cycling Athlete Jonathan Wood Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
USADA announced today that Jonathan Wood, of Seattle, Wash., an athlete in the sport of cycling, has accepted a two-year suspension for an anti-doping rule violation.
U.S. Weightlifting Athlete Tiffany Parlor Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Tiffany Parlor, 31, of Wellington, Fla., an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has received a four-year suspension for an anti-doping rule violation.
AAA Panel Imposes One-Year Sanction on Wrestling Athlete Daton Fix for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
AAA panel concluded the case of wrestling athlete Daton Fix, of Stillwater, Okla., determining, with agreement of Fix and USADA via a consent award, that Fix should receive a one-year sanction.
Statement From USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the Investigation into the International Weightlifting Federation
“The investigative report released today is yet another devastating blow to the credibility of sport governance and the global anti-doping system…
USADA Statement Regarding COVID-19 and Anti-Doping Testing Protocol with Video Message to Athletes from CEO Travis T. Tygart
USADA is keenly aware of the impact the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on athletes and the anti-doping process in the U.S. and globally.
Statement From USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Federal Horse Racing Indictments
Unfortunately, our worst fears have been confirmed today and those who love sport and equine athletes should be outraged. Federal prosecutors announced charges against more than two dozen racehorse trainers, veterinarians and others in a series of indictments that exposed an extensive scheme to secretly dope and harm racehorses.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Russia’s CAS Appeal
USADA CEO Travis Tygart provides a statement on Russia’s decision to appeal their WADA doping ban to CAS.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the WADA Executive Committee’s Decision on Russia
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the WADA Executive Committee’s Decision on Russia.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis Tygart on the WADA CRC’s Latest Russia Recommendations
USADA CEO Travis Tygart provides a statement on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s Compliance Review Committee’s latest Russia recommendations.
TrueSport Adds Seven National Governing Bodies of Sport as Partners to Expand Values-Based Education Initiative
TrueSport has announced the addition of seven new governing bodies of sport as partners in it’s growing expert-backed content program.
TrueSport Welcomes More Subject-Matter Experts to Grow Resources for Youth Sport Community
TrueSport® announced additional partnerships with diverse subject-matter experts who will contribute clinical insights and evidence-based guidance.
TrueSport Launches Expert Program to Enrich Research-Based Youth Sport Initiative
TrueSport today announced partnerships with top subject-matter experts who will support new TrueSport curriculum, articles, and videos.
SportsEngine, Inc. and TrueSport Announce Winner of Champion Coach Recognition Program
SportsEngine, Inc. and TrueSport announced the winner of their Champion Coach Recognition Program.
TrueSport Adds Five New Governing Bodies of Sport as Partners to Expand Impact of Expert-Backed Content Program
TrueSport has announced the addition of five new governing bodies of sport as partners in its growing expert-backed content program.
TrueSport Teams Up with USA Football to Deliver Expert-Driven Content to America’s Youth Football Family
TrueSport has partnered with USA Football to deliver premier character development and athlete health content to football families nationwide.
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