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Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Thomson Reuters Withdrawing Story Sourced by WADA for Failure to Follow Ethical Principles Against Bias in Sourcing
“We are thankful Reuters has withdrawn its story from August 2024 regarding USADA’s use of informants after finding that it did not adhere to the company’s ethical principles against bias.”
Masters-Level Track and Field Athlete Loretta Turner Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Loretta Turner, a maters-level athlete in the sport of track and field, has received a four-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
USADA Welcomes Global Experts to Advance Steroid Detection
More than 85 scientific and medical experts from 28 countries discussed anabolic-androgenic steroids at the 2024 USADA Science Symposium.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Need to Restore Confidence in the Global Anti-Doping System Following New Report
“The rights of clean athletes continue to head toward the cliff unless athletes, the anti-doping community, and those with legal oversight engage to remedy the situation.”
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Pedro Pimenta Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Pedro Pimenta, an athlete in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has accepted a one-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Daniel James Accepts Sanction for Violation of PFL Anti-Doping Policy
Daniel James, of Palatine, Ill., has accepted a 10-month sanction for a violation of the Professional Fighters League (PFL) Anti-Doping Policy.
USADA Welcomes Global Experts to Advance Steroid Detection
More than 85 scientific and medical experts from 28 countries discussed anabolic-androgenic steroids at the 2024 USADA Science Symposium.
Narrow Review Denies Justice to Athletes
Mr. Cottier repeatedly indicated the Cottier Report was narrow, did not address the merits, and was a far cry from seeking justice.
USADA Welcomes Medication Check Service for Athletes as International Paralympic Committee Joins Global DRO Network
Para athletes’ ability to easily check the prohibited status of ingredients in medications has expanded as the IPC joined the Global DRO network.
Statement by Travis T. Tygart in Response to Appeal of Erriyon Knighton Case
The handling of this case by USADA in accordance with the rules is in stark contrast to how China and WADA handled the 23 TMZ positives.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Statement Regarding Informants
Ironically, the expansive investigations done by USADA and the involved IF demonstrates exactly what WADA should have done with the Chinese swimmers’ positives.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Contamination Cases and the Requirement of Transparency
WADA rules dictate that even if a positive test is proven to be caused by contamination, NADOs must find a violation, disqualify results, and make a public announcement.
Athlete Advisory: Always Verify Third-Party Certified Logos on Dietary Supplements
Third-party certification logos on dietary supplement labels are being misused, and you can’t rely only on the presence of third-party certification logos.
Athlete Advisory: Explanation of Key Changes on the 2024 WADA Prohibited List
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) recently released the 2024 WADA Prohibited List, which will go into effect on January 1, 2024. Here are the key changes.
Athlete Advisory: Explanation of Key Changes on 2023 WADA Prohibited List
An explanation of key changes to the 2023 WADA Prohibited List, which identifies substances and methods that are prohibited in sport.
FAQs on COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing Safety Protocols
With testing in full force, here are answers for athletes to common questions about anti-doping rules, vaccines, and COVID-19 protocols.
Athlete Advisory: Key Changes to the World Anti-Doping Code
While there are many changes reflected in the 2021 WADA Code, here are some of the key changes that athletes should be aware of below.
Athlete Advisory: Explanation of Key Changes on the 2021 World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List
For the 2021 Prohibited List, WADA made several changes that could impact athletes’ use of substances and treatments.
Supplement High Risk List: What are Regulatory Warnings?
Learn more about regulatory warnings on the dietary supplements featured on the Supplement Connect High Risk List.
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.
Masters-Level Track and Field Athlete Loretta Turner Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Loretta Turner, a maters-level athlete in the sport of track and field, has received a four-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Pedro Pimenta Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Pedro Pimenta, an athlete in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has accepted a one-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Daniel James Accepts Sanction for Violation of PFL Anti-Doping Policy
Daniel James, of Palatine, Ill., has accepted a 10-month sanction for a violation of the Professional Fighters League (PFL) Anti-Doping Policy.
Bobsled Athlete Sydney Milani Accepts One-Year Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Sydney Milani, of Runnells, Iowa, an athlete in the sport of bobsled, has accepted a one-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Yatan Bueno Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Yatan Bueno,an athlete in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has accepted a three-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Fellipe Andrew Leandro Silva Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Fellipe Andrew Leandro Silva, an athlete in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has accepted a two-year period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Thomson Reuters Withdrawing Story Sourced by WADA for Failure to Follow Ethical Principles Against Bias in Sourcing
“We are thankful Reuters has withdrawn its story from August 2024 regarding USADA’s use of informants after finding that it did not adhere to the company’s ethical principles against bias.”
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Need to Restore Confidence in the Global Anti-Doping System Following New Report
“The rights of clean athletes continue to head toward the cliff unless athletes, the anti-doping community, and those with legal oversight engage to remedy the situation.”
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Full Cottier Report
Clean athletes give their all to excellence and what this report shows is that the global anti-doping regulator did not give them the same in return.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Attack of U.S. College and Pro Athletes
From USADA CEO, Travis T. Tygart, “It is sad to see current WADA leaders stoop so low as to attack U.S. college and pro athletes.”
Statement by Travis T. Tygart in Response to Appeal of Erriyon Knighton Case
The handling of this case by USADA in accordance with the rules is in stark contrast to how China and WADA handled the 23 TMZ positives.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Statement Regarding Informants
Ironically, the expansive investigations done by USADA and the involved IF demonstrates exactly what WADA should have done with the Chinese swimmers’ positives.
TrueSport Partners with Hillside Connection for a TrueSport Community Model
TrueSport announces its new partnership with Hillside Connection, a youth sport organization based in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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.