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Gambling ads dominate sports broadcasts and social media
August 8, 2025
Gambling advertisements are widespread across televised sports and social media in Ontario, with many not fully aligned with provincial guidelines. With youth and vulnerable audiences regularly exposed, researchers emphasize the need for stronger regulation and monitoring of sport-related gambling promotions.
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Supporting Indigenous women’s place in lacrosse
August 7, 2025
This Canadian study found that racism, sexism, and colonial systems still limit how Indigenous women and girls take part in lacrosse. To move forward, participants emphasized the need for community-led, land-based programs that reflect Indigenous cultures and support their leadership in sport.
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New guidelines recommend custom mouth guards for contact sports
August 6, 2025
An international panel of leading experts in dental trauma and sport dentistry recommends that athletes in high-risk sports like hockey, rugby, and martial arts wear custom-fitted mouth guards to prevent dental injuries. The guideline highlights the role of coaches, parents, and dental professionals in promoting this simple but effective form of protection.
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How contraceptive choice impacts female endurance athletes
August 5, 2025
Hormonal IUDs are the most commonly used and best-tolerated form of contraception among female endurance athletes, according to a recent study. With fewer negative side effects and more positive impacts on performance compared to other methods, the findings highlight the need for sport-informed contraceptive counselling to support athlete health and performance.
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Preventing and treating heat illnesses in a warming climate
August 1, 2025
With an increasing number of heat waves happening across the country, you may be more likely to experience exertional heat stress during the summer months. This happens when physical activity increases heat production, surpassing the body’s cooling capacity. Sport participants should be monitored for signs of heat stress to prevent severe illness and heat stroke.
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Mentorship program for parasport coaches 
August 1, 2025
Mentorship can be a powerful way to support parasport coaches. A recent study found that a virtual mentorship program helped coaches feel more confident, use inclusive terminology, and learn more about coaching athletes with disabilities. The study recommends continuing mentorship programs to help coaches progress, connect, and grow in their roles. 
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Spotting the hidden signs of burnout  
July 31, 2025
New research found that athletes who feel like they’re not making progress or no longer value their sport are more likely to underperform—regardless of whether they are physically exhausted. These warning signs of burnout highlight the need for coaches and sport leaders to check in on athletes’ motivation, not just their physical load.
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Using VR to train attention in sport
July 30, 2025
A new study found that immersive virtual reality (VR) training helped athletes stay more focused during competition. For coaches and sport organizations, this suggests VR can be a powerful tool to simulate pressure-filled scenarios and sharpen in-game focus and decision-making.
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Why clear definitions of maltreatment matter in sport  
July 29, 2025
A recent scoping review led by researchers at the University of Toronto and University of Calgary shows that inconsistent definitions of athlete maltreatment are limiting efforts to prevent harm. By mapping 30 years of research, this work lays the groundwork for national tools to better protect athletes.  
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The impact of sports schools on student athletes
July 28, 2025
As athlete development grows more specialized, sports schools have grown in popularity as a way to balance academics and training. This review explores how they impact student-athletes holistically, highlighting both the highs and lows across physical, academic, and psychosocial development.
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