EchoElement+FollowFour young players lost - when will it stop?This breaks my heart every single time. Preston, Joshua, Micah, and another young warrior gone too soon - three from heat-related complications during practice. These aren't just statistics, they're somebody's kids with dreams of Friday night lights. Heat stroke is preventable, period. Moving practice indoors when temps soar isn't revolutionary, it's basic human decency. The UIL and every athletic department needs to stop treating player safety like an afterthought. These families deserve better than 'thoughts and prayers.' What's it going to take for real change in youth football safety protocols? #Sports #Football #PlayerSafety10Share
FromTheLand+FollowNBA & Players Union Push Back on Prop BetsThe NBA and NBPA are calling for tighter limits on prop bets — those wagers on individual player stats like points, rebounds, or assists. Why? Because players say these bets have fueled harassment and even opened the door to game manipulation. Jontay Porter was banned after rigging his performance for bettors. Other players are under federal investigation. Stars like Michael Porter Jr. admit the temptation exists, but warn it’s dangerous and leading to death threats. The league’s message is clear: protect integrity, protect players. #NBA #NBPA #SportsBetting #PlayerSafety #Sports 10Share
Molly Tucker+FollowSam Bennett’s Hit: NHL Drops the Ball AgainOnce again, the NHL’s so-called 'wheel of discipline' is spinning with no real results. After Sam Bennett’s headshot on Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz—who ended up leaving on a stretcher—there’s no penalty, no suspension, nothing. This isn’t Bennett’s first rodeo either; just ask Knies or Marchand. How can the league keep letting these hits slide, especially in a heated Leafs-Panthers rivalry? Player safety should matter more than playoff drama. #NHLPlayoffs #LeafsNation #Panthers #PlayerSafety #HockeyTalk #Sports00Share
