India fined for slow over-rate in second women's T20I against England
EFL statement: Rochdale AFC
The EFL is aware of the continuing reports relating to a possible change of control at Rochdale AFC and wishes to clarify it remains in regular dialogue with representatives of the Club, as well as the Dale Supporters’ Trust.
IOC publishes Tokyo 2020 Sport-Specific Regulations
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) this week published the Tokyo 2020 Sport-Specific Regulations (SSRs), which aim to determine how any impact of a confirmed positive COVID-19 case would be managed in competition formats and structures at these Games. The regulations have been jointly developed between the IOC and the International Federations (IFs) whose sports are on the Olympic programme of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.
WADA signs memorandum of understanding with the Central European Anti-Doping Organization to collaborate on anti-doping program development
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Central European Anti-Doping Organization (CEADO) to collaborate on specific anti-doping program development activities, beginning with a project involving the Eastern Europe Regional Anti-Doping Organization (EERADO).
Nevada State Athletic Commission will no longer discipline boxers, MMA fighters for marijuana use
The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) - which regulates some of the most high-profile boxing and MMA fights in the world- unanimously amended its anti-doping policy on Wednesday (7 July 2021) to no longer ban athletes for the use or possession of cannabis.
BHA Disciplinary - Cam Hardie
The independent Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority convened on Thursday 8 July 2021 to hear an Appeal brought by Cam Hardie, a licensed jockey, against the finding of the Stewards at Newcastle racecourse finding him in breach of the Rules of Racing prohibiting Improper Riding and imposing a penalty of a suspension of 4 days.
Sport Resolutions awarded the NADP contract by the DCMS
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Testing for THC as Raised by the Sha’Carri Richardson Sanction Agreement Announcement
“As a follow up to last week’s release, we want to provide more information around the issue of THC positives and Sha’Carri Richardson’s sanction announcement.
AFC Cup 2021 ASEAN Zone matches cancelled
Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has today confirmed that all matches of the AFC Cup 2021 ASEAN Zone, comprising Groups G, H and I as well as the Playoff Stage have been cancelled due to the challenges imposed by the global pandemic in finding a suitable host to stage the centralised matches.
Serie-A strike deal with Google: how big-tech platforms are helping tackle online sports piracy
Changes made to strengthen Code for Sports Governance
Sport England and UK Sport have announced changes to the Code for Sports Governance which aims to increase diversity on Boards and senior leadership teams.
The João Palhinha Case: Portugal’s Arbitration Court reviews on-field referee decisions
GLMS July 2021 Monthly Newsletter!
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Ronald Harris - Rule (J)24, fast-tracked
£750 fine - A breach of Rule (J)24 of the Rules of Racing in that he did not complete the BHA’s mandatory online Safeguarding training which all trainers are required to complete in order to comply with the licensing requirements imposed on them. Reminder letters were sent to all trainers on 24 September 2020, 17 November 2020 and 8 December 2020. Also, the National Trainers Federation published in their newsletter reminders to all trainers on 30 September 2019, 31 January 2020, 6 November 2020 and 3 December 2020. On 27 January 2021 a final letter was sent to him advising that the training had to be completed by yourself by 3 February 2021
IOC Executive Board receives update on the International Weightlifting Federation
Last week, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board (EB) received updates regarding the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) and the two latest developments: the findings of the International Testing Agency (ITA)’s investigative report, published on 24 June 2021, and the outcome of the IWF Constitutional Congress held on 30 June 2021.
WORKING GROUP ON THE REVIEW OF WADA GOVERNANCE REFORMS
A small Working Group of governance experts was established by the WADA Executive Committee at its November 2020 meeting. The composition of this new Working Group on the Review of WADA Governance Reforms includes seven governance experts (two proposed by Governments, two by the Sport Movement, one independent Chair, and two expert athletes (nominated by WADA’s Athlete Committee). One of the athletes (Chelsey Gotell) was added to the Group in March 2021 following the decision of the Executive Committee in November 2020, that the Group could be expanded with an additional athlete, subject to an appropriate athlete expert being put forward by the WADA Athlete Committee. An essential part of the work of this Group will be to consult all stakeholders, including athletes and NADOs, using a wide-ranging consultation process in the same spirit as the one used for past World Anti-Doping Code reviews.
A Guide To The Regulations On Working With Minors For UK Football Intermediaries
Kirkwood takes the helm in Northern Ireland
The 53-year-old civil servant was elected to the position at a meeting of the Irish FA Council in Belfast on Wednesday.
“I am honoured to be elected,” Kirkwood said after the meeting. “The IFA has dedicated and experienced staff who support hard-working volunteers from a wide range of football backgrounds to improve the game here for everyone.”
Mongolian Esports Association formalises ESIC Membership
Mongolian Esports Association (MESA) has formalised membership with ESIC, marking an important step in MESA’s mission to develop the esports environment in Mongolia by adapting ESIC’s international standards and regulations. MESA will adopt and implement the current ESIC Codes in their operations to uphold and protect the integrity of esports competition.
Strict medical provisions at UEFA EURO 2020
Commonwealth Sport Foundation makes key appointments
The Commonwealth Sport Foundation, the charitable foundation of the Commonwealth Sport Movement, has made three key appointments to help support its mission to help address some of the world's greatest challenges.
Vicky Lowe will become the Interim Director of the Foundation through to the conclusion of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
NFL fines Jaguars, Cowboys, 49ers for OTA violations
The spring OTAs period saw three teams violate rules set forth by the league's collective bargaining agreement. The NFL responded with fines for the trio of clubs and their head coaches Thursday.
Consultation opens regarding British racing’s whip rules and penalties
- Initial phase of consultation – an online questionnaire – opens today, 1 July, and will run for 10 weeks
- Further phases of the consultation will include detailed discussions with relevant individuals, alongside focus groups with volunteers
- Series of short videos to explain consultation process and existing whip rules and usage also launched today
Press Statement on the Positions of Mr Nicolae VLAD and Dr Hasan AKKUS on the IWF Executive Board
After the publication of the ITA investigation report, Nicolae VLAD (ROU) and Dr Hasan AKKUS (TUR) have both stepped aside from their respective roles on the IWF Executive Board, pending completion of the processes related to the Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) that have been asserted against them. In both cases, the ADRVs were asserted following a recent investigation by the International Testing Agency (ITA) that had been mandated by the IWF. Mr. Vlad also resigned from his position as Technical Delegate for Tokyo 2020. Neither will travel to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and their accreditations are being returned.
CAF Deputy Secretary Anthony Baffoe to leave CAF
CAF Deputy General Secretary Anthony Baffoe will leave the continental football body at the end of this month, June 2021.
Baffoe, who has been the Deputy General Secretary since 2017, has been in charge of Football and Development at CAF.
Raising and harmonising the standards of doping controls worldwide: one year of the ITA IDCO Training Program
THE ITA CELEBRATES THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE INTERNATIONAL DOPING CONTROL OFFICER (IDCO) TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAM. AIMING TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY INTERNATIONAL STANDARD FOR THE TRAINING OF INTERNATIONAL DOPING CONTROL OFFICERS (DCO), THE IDCO TRAINING PROGRAM HAS EXPERIENCED IMPRESSIVE ENGAGEMENT FROM ANTI-DOPING ORGANISATIONS WORLDWIDE.
UEFA to increase resources in the fight against match-fixing
The UEFA Executive Committee today met in London ahead of the UEFA EURO 2020 final and took the following decisions.
WADA Postpones Global Education Conferences In Australia And France To 2022 And 2024
Taskin, Muzarabani fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct
Bangladesh player Taskin Ahmed and Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani have both been fined 15 per cent of their match fees for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second day of the one-off Test in Harare.
Ms. Luisa Parente is appointed to the Governing Board of iNADO
The ITA provides an update on two rule violations for weightlifters qualified for Tokyo 2020
THE INTERNATIONAL TESTING AGENCY (ITA), LEADING AN INDEPENDENT ANTI-DOPING PROGRAM FOR THE INTERNATIONAL WEIGHTLIFTING FEDERATION (IWF), PROVIDES AN UPDATE ON TWO ANTI-DOPING RULE VIOLATIONS FOR WEIGHTLIFTERS ARLEY MENDEZ PEREZ (CHILE) AND ROSA FIGUEIREDO (BRAZIL), BOTH QUALIFIED FOR THE TOKYO GAMES.
Sport Resolutions awarded the NADP contract by the DCMS
We are honoured to announce that the Department for Digital Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) has again awarded the contract to run the administration of the National Anti-Doping Panel to Sport Resolutions (SR).
WADA encourages continued collaboration in anti-doping among Governments of Asia
EFL Statement: Swindon Town
The EFL continues to monitor the ongoing concerning developments at Swindon Town alongside proceedings in the High Court in respect of ownership issues at the Club.
Changes made to strengthen Code for Sports Governance
Latest update on AFC Cup Group I
Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Competitions Committee has today decided on the vacant spot of the 2021 AFC Cup after Kaya FC-Iloilo from the Philippines secured their debut qualification for the AFC Champions League (East) Group Stage.
Latest update on the AFC Club Competitions in 2021 and 2022
Jayasundara banned for seven years under ICC Anti-Corruption Code
Sanath Jayasundara, a former performance analyst at Sri Lanka Cricket, has been banned from all cricket for seven years after the ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.
ECA Statement
After unified condemnation from the global football community, the European Club Association has worked closely with UEFA ahead of the announcement today by nine of the twelve clubs involved in founding the so-called Super League.
GLMS June 2021 Newsletter
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Technique coaching aimed at reducing head impacts to be embedded into rugby’s sanctioning process
U.S. Track & Field Athlete Sha’Carri Richardson Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
College athletes will be able to make money off their name, image and likeness after NCAA rule change
From today college athletes will be able to make money off their name, image and likeness (NIL) after the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) passed a landmark legislative change.
EFL statement: Derby County sanction (written reasons)
The EFL can today publish the written reasons relating to the Independent Disciplinary Commission’s sanction verdict in respect of the recent proceedings between the EFL and Derby County.
UEFA Club Financial Control Body: new members appointed and procedural rules approved
NFL unable to confirm alleged comments made to Eugene Chung in interview
The NFL said Thursday that it is unable to confirm the nature or origin of alleged discriminatory statements made toward former Philadelphia Eagles assistant offensive line coach Eugene Chung following a review of the matter.
FIFA extends mandate of Normalisation Committee in Pakistan
The Bureau of the FIFA Council has today decided to extend the mandate of the normalisation committee of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), which was due to expire on 30 June 2021, until 30 September 2021.
The Bureau took note that, since the suspension of the PFF, the normalisation committee has been working relentlessly in an effort to meet the criteria for the suspension to be lifted, which will occur when the PFF’s premises, accounts, administration and communication channels are once again under the normalisation committee’s full control and the committee can continue to carry out its mandate without further hindrance. At present, however, the PFF’s premises continue to be occupied and the PFF therefore remains suspended.
Press Statement on the IWF Constitution Reform Congress
CGF to conduct review of Commonwealth Youth Games
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) have confirmed that they will conduct a full review of the Commonwealth Youth Games and make recommendations to the unique proposition, purpose and value of the event.
Following the first Youth Games in Edinburgh in 2000, there have been six editions of the competition with the most recent event taking place in The Bahamas in 2017.
Premiership Rugby to expand to 14 teams with no threat of relegation for next two seasons
The Rugby Football Union has approved major structural changes to the Premiership which will see it increase to 14 teams with no threat of relegation during the next two seasons.
Saracens won promotion back into the Premiership this month, after one season in the Championship, where they will form a 13-team league with no relegation before the 21/22 Championship winners join to form a 14-team league for the 22/23 campaign, that season will also see no relegation or promotion. The following campaign will introduce a play-off between the side that finishes bottom of the Premiership and the side at the top of the Championship.
