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Presentation of Facts Following WADA President’s Reckless and Harmful Statements About U.S. Athletes to the WADA Foundation Board Members
To ensure accurate and complete information is presented, we have compiled facts that address WADA President Banka’s statements.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Foundation Board Meeting
Today’s WADA Foundation Board meeting further demonstrated that the global anti-doping system is as broken as ever and needs immediate reform.
U.S. Skiing Athlete Breezy Johnson Accepts Sanction for Whereabouts Rule Violation
Breezy Johnson, of Victor, Idaho, an athlete in the sport of skiing, has accepted a 14-month sanction for a Whereabouts rule violation.
Weightlifting Athlete Joshua Mauk Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Joshua Mauk of Battle Creek, Mich., an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a three-month period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Response to WADA’s Self-Serving Appointment of an “Independent” Prosecutor
WADA’s latest statement exemplifies the problem with the current system…it sends the message that this is just a circle the wagons exercise to protect the system.
Call for Independent Prosecutor and Overhaul of WADA
Athletes around the world have dedicated themselves to playing by WADA’s rules every day. They should be held to the same level of accountability as the athletes.
Presentation of Facts Following WADA President’s Reckless and Harmful Statements About U.S. Athletes to the WADA Foundation Board Members
To ensure accurate and complete information is presented, we have compiled facts that address WADA President Banka’s statements.
Call for Independent Prosecutor and Overhaul of WADA
Athletes around the world have dedicated themselves to playing by WADA’s rules every day. They should be held to the same level of accountability as the athletes.
Epicore Biosystems and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency Partner on an Innovative Collaboration to Deploy Sweat-Sensing Biowearables for Doping Control
Epicore Biosystems and USADA have partnered to bring a new drug detection method to complement existing urine and blood collections.
USADA Adopts Ember LifeSciences Cold Chain Technology for Sample Transportation
Ember LifeSciences and USADA have announced a partnership to enhance the efficiency of the blood sample shipping processes for upcoming sporting events.
USADA and AFLD Cooperate to Tackle Blood Doping at Annual Symposium
USADA hosts the 22nd Annual USADA Symposium on Anti-Doping Science in cooperation with AFLD in the French capital, Paris.
Trail Running Furthers Anti-Doping Progress with USADA and Golden Trail National Series Partnership
USADA announces a partnership with Salomon North America and the Golden Trail National Series to conduct anti-doping education and in-competition testing.
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.
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.
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.
U.S. Skiing Athlete Breezy Johnson Accepts Sanction for Whereabouts Rule Violation
Breezy Johnson, of Victor, Idaho, an athlete in the sport of skiing, has accepted a 14-month sanction for a Whereabouts rule violation.
Weightlifting Athlete Joshua Mauk Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Joshua Mauk of Battle Creek, Mich., an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a three-month period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Weightlifting Athlete Aaron Babet Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Aaron Babet, of Avon, Ohio, an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a one-month period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Powerlifting Athlete William Porter Receives Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
William Porter of New Braunfels, Texas, an athlete in the sport of powerlifting, has received a two-year sanction for an anti-doping rule violation.
U.S. Track & Field Athlete Jaron Flournoy Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Jaron Flournoy, an athlete in the sport of track and field, has accepted a three-year suspension for his possession of a prohibited substance.
Weightlifting Athlete Ruben Martinez Jr. Accepts Sanction for Anti-Doping Rule Violation
Ruben Martinez Jr. of Austin, Texas, an athlete in the sport of weightlifting, has accepted a three-month period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation.
Presentation of Facts Following WADA President’s Reckless and Harmful Statements About U.S. Athletes to the WADA Foundation Board Members
To ensure accurate and complete information is presented, we have compiled facts that address WADA President Banka’s statements.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Foundation Board Meeting
Today’s WADA Foundation Board meeting further demonstrated that the global anti-doping system is as broken as ever and needs immediate reform.
Response to WADA’s Self-Serving Appointment of an “Independent” Prosecutor
WADA’s latest statement exemplifies the problem with the current system…it sends the message that this is just a circle the wagons exercise to protect the system.
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on WADA’s Defense Tactics
“It is disappointing to see WADA stoop to threats and scare tactics when confronted with a blatant violation of the rules governing anti-doping…”
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Chinese Swimmers’ Positive Tests
“It’s crushing to see that 23 Chinese swimmers had positive tests for a potent performance-enhancing drug on the eve of the 2021 Olympic Games…”
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on Prison Time Imposed Under the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act
The prison time imposed under the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act speaks volumes about the consequences that can be brought against those who conspire to defraud sport.
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.