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U.S. Soccer Launches Safe Soccer Clearance Program
ATLANTA, Illinois, June 4 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news:
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U.S. Soccer Launches Safe Soccer Clearance Program
A Groundbreaking Step in Proactive Safeguarding Across the Game
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U.S. Soccer today announced the launch of the Safe Soccer Clearance Program, a cornerstone of its new "in service to soccer" strategy and a major advancement in the Federation's ongoing commitment to foster a safe and inclusive environment at every level of the game.
The Safe Soccer Clearance Program is a comprehensive safeguarding program designed to proactively increase protection for
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ATLANTA, Illinois, June 4 -- The U.S. Soccer Federation issued the following news:
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U.S. Soccer Launches Safe Soccer Clearance Program
A Groundbreaking Step in Proactive Safeguarding Across the Game
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U.S. Soccer today announced the launch of the Safe Soccer Clearance Program, a cornerstone of its new "in service to soccer" strategy and a major advancement in the Federation's ongoing commitment to foster a safe and inclusive environment at every level of the game.
The Safe Soccer Clearance Program is a comprehensive safeguarding program designed to proactively increase protection forparticipants--players, coaches, referees and volunteers--while streamlining compliance for the Federation's member organizations. By establishing a consistent national standard and a "green-light" clearance model, the program will strive to ensure that only individuals who meet stringent safety criteria are cleared to participate in the sport. This marks a shift from a more reactive response structure to a more proactive approach intended to strengthen prevention.
"Safe Soccer Clearance is a step forward in how we will help protect everyone in our game," said Cindy Parlow Cone, U.S. Soccer President. "By taking a proactive approach to safeguarding, this program helps our members create safe, welcoming environments for every player, coach, and referee. It's an important part of our commitment to providing the best possible experience for everyone in the sport as we continue to grow the game together."
Key Features and Benefits:
* Centralized Safeguarding Solution: Combines SafeSport training, safeguarding education, annual contact verification, and a USOPC-compliant background check into a single platform.
* Streamlined User Experience: Seamless single sign-on and integration with major registration systems make access and compliance easier than ever.
* Administrative Ease: Custom dashboards and bulk payment options give organizations real-time oversight and flexibility in managing their participant base.
* Purpose-Built Education: Interactive modules deliver consistent, clear, and engaging safeguarding education to all participants.
* Guided Member Onboarding: A structured onboarding process and comprehensive toolkit support organizations in adopting and promoting the program effectively.
The launch of this program reflects U.S. Soccer's unwavering commitment to setting new and higher standards in sports safety, ensuring soccer remains a space where all participants feel secure, supported and empowered. Safe Soccer Clearance was developed following extensive beta testing and key stakeholder feedback, and is now live and available for all participants and member organizations nationwide. During beta testing, 60,000 individuals were Safe Soccer Cleared and more than 250,000 completed at least one phase of the program.
How to Get Involved
Individuals interested in becoming Safe Soccer Cleared can get started here.
Organizations ready to adopt the program can access the Administrator Guide for step-by-step setup, including group creation, participant invitations, and compliance monitoring.
About the U.S. Soccer Federation
Founded in 1913, U.S. Soccer, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the official governing body of the sport in the United States. Our vision is clear; we exist in service to soccer. Our ambition, working across the soccer ecosystem, is to ignite a national passion for the game. We believe soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good. We are focused in three areas: Soccer Everywhere, ensuring everyone, everywhere experiences the joy of soccer; Soccer Success, our 27 National Teams and pro leagues winning on the world stage; and Soccer Investment, maximizing and diversifying investments to sustainably grow the game at all levels. For more information, visit ussoccer.com/ourvision.
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Original text here: https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2025/05/us-soccer-launches-safe-soccer-clearance-program
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Inaugural AFBC Normalisation Committee meeting sets vision for strategic reforms and collaboration
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The International Boxing Association issued the following news:
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Inaugural AFBC Normalisation Committee meeting sets vision for strategic reforms and collaboration
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The IBA has announced the Chairperson and the composition of the structure that will act as a temporary governing body for African Boxing Confederation until conclusion of the AFBC Elective Congress Meeting in 2026.
IBA Board of Directors member Ms Pearl Dlamini became the Chairperson, while IBA Vice-President Mr Abdulmutalim Abakarov holds Vice Chairperson position. IBA
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LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The International Boxing Association issued the following news:
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Inaugural AFBC Normalisation Committee meeting sets vision for strategic reforms and collaboration
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The IBA has announced the Chairperson and the composition of the structure that will act as a temporary governing body for African Boxing Confederation until conclusion of the AFBC Elective Congress Meeting in 2026.
IBA Board of Directors member Ms Pearl Dlamini became the Chairperson, while IBA Vice-President Mr Abdulmutalim Abakarov holds Vice Chairperson position. IBASecretary General and CEO Mr Chris Roberts OBE, IBA Board of Directors member Mr Dian Gomes, President of Mozambique Boxing Federation Mr Gabriel Xavier Da Barca Junior, President of Uganda Boxing Federation Mr Moses Muhangi and ex-Chairman of the AFBC Ethics Committee Mr David Pina formed the Normalisation Committee composition with a vacant position still to be filled.
The Committee held its inaugural meeting virtually on Sunday, 1 June 2025, marking a significant step towards enhancing governance and operational effectiveness among its member National Federations. Under the guidance of Chairperson Ms. Pearl Dlamini, the committee set forth a robust agenda emphasizing inclusive representation, refined regulatory frameworks, and comprehensive strategic planning.
During the meeting, the Committee addressed critical feedback from National Federation representatives, notably concerning the Maghreb region and French-speaking cohorts. To demonstrate its dedication to broad representation, the committee agreed to identify two additional members from these regions. A formal mail vote on these nominations will take place, with final approval anticipated from the IBA Board of Directors by mid-June.
Committee members were encouraged to thoroughly review the AFBC Normalisation Committee Regulations to understand their roles and responsibilities clearly. Feedback, recommended changes, and queries regarding these regulations must be submitted by 8 June 2025. These contributions will then be integrated into a consolidated proposal for mail voting and subsequent final review by the IBA Board of Directors.
Budgetary allocations were discussed, particularly with reference to aligning financial resources efficiently with measurable outputs and future needs. The Committee underscored the importance of transparency and fiscal responsibility, committing to regular updates throughout the ongoing budget review process.
A comprehensive strategic action plan was reviewed, addressing critical transitional tasks, such as the handover of responsibilities from the former AFBC President and respective office, in order to resolve critical administrative issues, including reported delays in AFBC staff salaries in Ethiopia. The committee is taking active steps to clarify leadership roles within AFBC. Decisions from the meeting also included the establishment of a dedicated channel for committee communications and consolidation of digital outreach through the IBA platform, with plans to phase out redundant AFBC WhatsApp groups and websites until a legitimate governance framework is finalized by the respective National Federations. The Chairperson will contact managers of the two available AFBC websites to discuss possible service usage, with interim support from the IBA office.
Additionally, the AFBC Normalisation Committee will be supported mainly by the IBA staff located in its Dubai office. The committee agreed to call for submissions from boxers and countries with prize money claims, ensuring these concerns are transparently addressed in the forthcoming committee statement. It will also manage the further proposed African Championships tournament, with an open call for hosting bids to be advertised out in due course. Furthermore, collaboration with the IBA International Relations department will clarify legitimate leadership within each AFBC National Federation, details of which will be included in subsequent official communications.
Chairperson Ms. Pearl Dlamini emphasized, 'Sunday's meeting underscores our unwavering commitment to reform, transparency, and unified progress. By engaging diverse perspectives and strengthening internal processes, we are laying the groundwork for a stronger, more inclusive future for AFBC.'
The committee will next process additional member nominations via mail vote and finalize feedback on regulatory and strategic action plans by 8 June 2025. Further information about upcoming meetings and actions will be communicated in due course.
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Original text here: https://www.iba.sport/news/inaugural-afbc-normalisation-committee-meeting-sets-vision-for-strategic-reforms-and-collaboration
FIFA: Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA Punch Their Tickets
ZURICH, Switzerland, June 4 -- The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) issued the following news:
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Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA punch their tickets
The Concacaf quartet of Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA have secured their places at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026.
* Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA reach FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup
* Quartet are semi-finalists at 2025 Concacaf Women's U-20 Championship
* The global showpiece will take place in Poland on 5-27 September, 2026
The Concacaf quartet of Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA have punched
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ZURICH, Switzerland, June 4 -- The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) issued the following news:
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Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA punch their tickets
The Concacaf quartet of Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA have secured their places at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026.
* Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA reach FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup
* Quartet are semi-finalists at 2025 Concacaf Women's U-20 Championship
* The global showpiece will take place in Poland on 5-27 September, 2026
The Concacaf quartet of Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico and USA have punchedtheir tickets for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026(TM).
The foursome have reached the global showpiece by virtue of reaching the semi-finals of the 2025 Concacaf Women's U-20 Championship, which is taking place in Costa Rica, as the top-two teams in their respective groups.
The FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup will take place in Poland on on 5-27 September, 2026 and comprise 24 teams from six confederations. Here is a look at how the four Concacaf teams joined hosts Poland at the tournament.
Canada
Canada opened their campaign thanks to a convincing 7-1 victory against Panama. Annabelle Chukwu scored a brace while Jadea Collin, Jeneva Hernandez Gray, Lea Larouche, Stephanie Schoeley and Liana Tarasco also found the net in the rout.
They then followed that up with a 4-1 win over Nicaragua despite having Ines Nourani sent off after just 10 minutes. Canada opened the scoring through an Adriana Munguia own goal before Nicaragua levelled the scores in the 37th minute with a Jennifer Sarantes penalty. Canada regained the lead through Teegan Melenhorst before Chukwu and Tarasco sealed victory.
Costa Rica
Despite a 4-0 defeat to USA in their group finale, Costa Rica still advanced, finishing level with Puerto Rico on four points, but beating out the Caribbean side on most goals scored. Las Ticas played to an opening 0-0 draw with Puerto Rico, before claiming a 9-0 win over Guyana, followed by the loss to USA.
Sheika Scott led the way with five goals to help secure a second-place finish in the group and a semi-final clash with Mexico.
Mexico
Mexico began with a bang, securing a 6-0 victory against Nicaragua on the opening matchday. Abril Fragoso opened the scoring with a long-range effort before a Montserrat Saldivar brace and a Julia Valadez effort made it 4-0 at half-time. Fragoso struck again in the 61st minute before Alice Soto concluded the scoring three minutes later.
Deiry Ramirez scored a first-half double as Mexico reached the last four with a 4-0 victory over Panama. Soto and Saldivar then found the target after the break as Mexico extended their unbeaten run against Central American sides at this level to 15 games.
USA
Izzy Engle scored four goals, including a first-half hat-trick, as USA dispatched Guyana 8-0 in their opening group match. She became just the fourth USA player to score three goals in the first half of a Concacaf Women's Under-20 Championship match. Kennedy Fuller, Sealy Strawn, Linda Ullmark and Emma Johnson also found the target for the American side.
They then secured their progress to the semi-finals with a 3-1 victory against Puerto Rico. Katie Scott opened the scoring in the fourth minute with a long-range rocket before Mary Long found the net either side of half-time to seal victory.
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Original text here: https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/womens/u20womensworldcup/articles/concacaf-qualifiers-poland-2026
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2025 NAIA Baseball All-Americans Announced; Muniz Named Player of the Year, Rhode Pitcher of the Year
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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2025 NAIA Baseball All-Americans Announced; Muniz Named Player of the Year, Rhode Pitcher of the Year
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The 2025 NAIA Baseball All-America Teams have been announced, headlined by 2025 Player of the Year Charlie Muniz, of Cumberlands (Ky.), and 2025 Pitcher of the Year Isaac Rohde, of LSU Shreveport (La.).
Rohde recorded 16 winning decisions in the Pilots' unprecedented 59-0 2025 season, ending the year with 146 strikeouts while
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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2025 NAIA Baseball All-Americans Announced; Muniz Named Player of the Year, Rhode Pitcher of the Year
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The 2025 NAIA Baseball All-America Teams have been announced, headlined by 2025 Player of the Year Charlie Muniz, of Cumberlands (Ky.), and 2025 Pitcher of the Year Isaac Rohde, of LSU Shreveport (La.).
Rohde recorded 16 winning decisions in the Pilots' unprecedented 59-0 2025 season, ending the year with 146 strikeouts whileissuing just 11 walks over 20 appearances and 120.1 innings pitched. He was also named MVP of the 2025 Avista NAIA World Series, last week, where he struck out 16 batters and went 14.2 innings over three appearances, including a complete-game, four-hit shutout win against Southeastern (Fla.) on May 28.
He had a pair of wins in the World Series and struck out one in a relief appearance in the title game on May 31.
Muniz rounded out a prolific offensive career at Cumberlands in 2025, hitting 36 home runs - two shy of tying an NAIA single-season record - batting.426 with 96 RBIs, and 100 hits, a total that included 18 doubles. He also drew 42 walks to compile a.516 on-base percentage, and his home run and RBI totals led all NAIA batters in 2025.
The 2025 season helped Muniz rewrite multiple records, including both the NAIA and collegiate baseball record with 115 career home runs. The all-associations record had stood for 40 years, held by former Major Leaguer Pete Incaviglia, who hit 100 career home runs. Muniz also broke the NAIA career record for hits (377) and RBIs (336).
The First and Second teams are recognized as ABCA/Rawlings All-Americans by the American Baseball Coaches Association and Rawlings Sporting Goods. The ABCA began recognizing All-Americans in 1949 and named the first ABCA NAIA All-America team in 1969. Starting in the 2024 season, the NAIA started recognizing Third-Team All-Americans. The NAIA Baseball All-America selection committee is responsible for administering the selection procedures at the site of the NAIA World Series, prior to the start of the National Championship.
Player of the Year: Charlie Muniz, Cumberlands (Ky.)
Pitcher of the Year: Isaac Rohde, LSU Shreveport (La.)
First-Team All-Americans Institution Pos. Year. Hometown
Miguel Oropeza Talladega (Ala.) 1B Sr. Aragua, Venezuela
Braxton Meguiar Georgia Gwinnett 2B Sr. Auburn, Ky.
Josh Gibson LSU Shreveport (La.) 3B Sr. O'Fallon, Ill.
Alfonso Villalobos Southeastern (Fla.) SS Sr. Kirland, Quebec
Brayden McGinnis Columbia (Mo.) INF Sr. Concordia, Mo.
Charlie Muniz Cumberlands (Ky.) C Sr. Naranjito, P.R.
Daniel Stewart Tennessee Wesleyan C Sr. Hazel Green, Ala.
Alex Harrell Georgia Gwinnett OF Jr. Paragould, Ark.
Simon Grinberg Keiser (Fla.) OF Sr. Kitchener, Ontario
James Jett Missouri Baptist OF Sr. Louisville, Ky.
Kolton Reynolds Tennessee Wesleyan OF Jr. Huntsville, Ark.
Scott Seeker Georgia Gwinnett DH Sr. Akron, Ohio
Noah Palmese Webber International (Fla.) RP Sr. Seminole, Fla.
Trey Seeley Hope International (Calif.) SP Sr. Huntington Beach, Calif.
Isaac Rohde LSU Shreveport (La.) SP Sr. Rice Lake, Wis.
Draven Zeigler LSU Shreveport (La.) SP Jr. Ash Grove, Mo.
Blayne Huter Webber International (Fla.) SP Sr. Sebring, Fla.
Second-Team All-Americans Institution Pos. Year. Hometown
Nash Crowell Reinhard (Ga.) 1B Sr. Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Vantrel Reed LSU Shreveport (La.) 2B Sr. Vicksburg, Miss.
Jaidan Quinn Concordia (Neb.) 3B Sr. Bonner Springs, Kan.
Alec Gonzalez Cumberlands (Ky.) SS Sr. Chicago, Ill.
Corbin Shaw Tennessee Wesleyan INF Sr. Conyers, Ga.
Tyler Favretto Kansas Wesleyan C Sr. Montreal, Quebec
Tyler Horner Oregon Tech C Sr. Twin Falls, Idaho
Charlie Updegrave Lewis-Clark State (Idaho) OF Sr. Oakridge, Ore.
Ravaughn Morgan Oklahoma Wesleyan OF Sr. Pflugerville, Texas
Kaleb Kolpien Taylor (Ind.) OF Sr. Fort Wayne, Ind.
Samuel Fabian Wayland Baptist (Texas) OF Sr. Santiago, Dominican Republic
Trey Tarver Arizona Christian DH Sr. Surprise, Ariz.
Kailen Hamson Cumberlands (Ky.) SP Sr. Gold Coast, Australia
Josh Landry Hope International (Calif.) SP Jr. Long Beach, Calif.
Cobe Reeves LSU Shreveport (La.) SP Sr. Ingleside, Texas
Andrew Herbert Reinhard (Ga.) SP Sr. San Clemente, Calif.
Jackson Hohensee Arizona Christian RP Jr. Anthem, Ariz.
Third-Team All-Americans Institution Pos. Year. Hometown
Matthew Rhoades Concordia (Neb) 1B So. Monument, Colo
Ryan Muizelaar Jamestown (N.D.) 1B Sr. Grand Forks, N.D.
Jeremy Conforti St. Ambrose (Iowa) 1B Sr. Villa Park, Ill.
Logan Beard Indiana Southeast 2B Sr. Goshen, Ky.
Jhors Gomez Southwestern Christian (Okla.) 2B Sr. Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Josh Shelly Tennessee Wesleyan 3B Jr. Houma, La.
Steven Elsner Bellevue (Neb.) INF Sr. San Francisco, Calif.
Felix Polanco Wayland Baptist (Texas) INF Sr. Fuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Tyler Renn Columbia (Mo.) C Sr. Jefferson City, Mo.
Brock Rinehart Grand View (Iowa) C Sr. Woodbury, Minn.
Connor Hicks Southeastern (Fla.) C Sr. Toronto, Ontario
Jonny McGill British Columbia OF Sr. Richmond, B.C.
Jon Ponder Georgia Gwinnett OF Sr. Lawrenceville, Ga.
David Shackelford Hope International (Calif.) OF Jr. La Habra, Calif.
Garrett Felix Loyola (La.) OF Sr. Scott, La.
Ty Stepek Madonna (Mich.) OF So. White Lake, Mich.
Ty Beck The Master's (Calif.) OF Jr. Lebanon, Ohio
Ian Heck York (Neb.) OF Sr. Roseville, Calif.
Josh Alexander William Carey (Miss.) OF Sr. Napoleonville, La.
Victor Sanchez Oklahoma Wesleyan DH Sr. Miami, Fla.
Carter Rost Cumberland (Tenn.) SP Sr. Osakis, Minn.
Ben Harris Georgia Gwinnett SP Sr. Crystal Lake, Ill.
Aaron Robertson Southeastern (Fla.) SP Sr. Everett, Wash.
Gabel Pentecost Taylor (Ind.) SP Jr. Fremont, Ind.
Rigoberto Hernandez William Carey (Miss.) SS Sr. Panama City, Panama
Ritter Steinmann Kansas Wesleyan RP Sr. Oroville, Calif.
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Original text here: https://www.naia.org/sports/bsb/2024-25/Releases/All-Americans
2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & Wuerffel Trophy Nominations: Deadline Extended to June 13th
WACO, Texas, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news:
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2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & Wuerffel Trophy Nominations: Deadline Extended to June 13th
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The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA), the Wuerffel Foundation and Allstate are beginning the nomination process for the 34th annual Allstate AFCA Good Works Team (r) and the 21 st Allstate Wuerffel Trophy recipient.
This year, we are depending on you to nominate one deserving student-athlete from your school who is worthy of this prestigious award and the extraordinary
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WACO, Texas, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news:
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2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & Wuerffel Trophy Nominations: Deadline Extended to June 13th
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The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA), the Wuerffel Foundation and Allstate are beginning the nomination process for the 34th annual Allstate AFCA Good Works Team (r) and the 21 st Allstate Wuerffel Trophy recipient.
This year, we are depending on you to nominate one deserving student-athlete from your school who is worthy of this prestigious award and the extraordinaryrecognition opportunities that come with it.
Below, please find a brief explanation of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team and Allstate Wuerffel Trophy programs and instructions for nominating your candidate by Friday, June 6 th, 2025.
NOMINATION PROCESS
For instructions on how to nominate a student-athlete or coach, email Vince Thompson at vince@afca.com to receive the appropriate online nomination forms.
Purpose
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team is comprised of 22 college football student-athletes and one honorary head coach who make outstanding contributions in the areas of volunteerism and civic involvement, 11 of which are FBS players. These individuals embody the true spirit of teamwork and giving back through commendable acts of kindness. The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy is presented to the FBS player who best combines exemplary community service with leadership achievement on and off the field.
Goal
The goal of this program is to provide recognition for these future community leaders, their teams, their academic institutions and the communities they support.
Overview
The 22 student-athletes and honorary head coach named to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team will be selected from nominations submitted by their SIDs. From the nominations, an esteemed voting panel comprised of former Allstate AFCA Good Works Team members, former college football coaches, college football media, members of The Wuerffel Foundation, and Allstate will select 11 players from the Football Bowl Subdivision, 11 players from the Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III and the NAIA and one honorary head coach. The final team will be announced in September. From there, the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy National Selection Committee will select the 3 Finalists for the award and then 1 Recipient. The 11 FBS members of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team will serve as the Semifinalists for the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy. The Recipient of the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy will serve as the Captain of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.
Recognition
This season, the AFCA, Allstate and The Wuerffel Foundation will work to ensure members of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team receive proper acknowledgement for their selfless deeds.
Below are some of the ways the team has been recognized in the past:
* A web page on ESPN.com
* National and local media coverage
* Social media content
* Recognition at the Allstate Sugar Bowl (r) in New Orleans
* The Home Depot College Football Awards Show
* NIL Compensation empowering students to continue their good work
* Donation to charity of choice for the Recipient of the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy
# Criteria for Nomination - Student-Athlete
Although there may be exceptions, it is suggested that 2025 student-athlete nominees be:
* An upcoming junior or senior for the 2025 season.
* A player who has made significant on and off the field contributions to his team.
* Demonstrates outstanding character and dedication in the classroom that makes them candidates for graduation.
* A player who has made a commitment to volunteerism by donating time and energy to serve others.
* Free of any felony charges or criminal activity.
* Has not been a previous member of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team or an AllstateWuerffel Trophy Recipient.
Most importantly, candidates should be actively involved with charitable organizations, service groups and/or exhibit extraordinary devotion to a personal cause in their lives. They should display sincere concern, reliability and make a favorable impact on the organization or activity in which they are involved.
Photo Release
On the NCFAA Vault Nomination Form, you will be prompted to agree to a Photo License and Release statement. Please read the below in full before submitting your nomination.
LICENSE & RELEASE
By initialing on the Nomination Form, I represent and warrant that:
The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA), The Wuerffel Foundation, and Allstate Insurance Company ("Allstate") (collectively "Licensee") are granted a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use (1) any photos/videos I provided along with this nomination form and the name of the institution that the student-athlete nominee attends, along with its logos, trademarks, and official apparel ("Licensed IP") and (2) the name, image, and/or likeness of the student-athlete nominee, in any marketing/promotional materials related to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, in any format or media so chosen by Licensee, should the student-athlete nominee be selected to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team; and
On behalf of the institution listed in this nomination form, I have the right and authority to license or sublicense the Licensed IP to Licensee for the above-referenced purpose and warrant that neither the Licensed IP or Licensee's use of the Licensed IP, infringes, violates, or misappropriates the rights of any third party. Institution shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend Licensee, its affiliates, and its respective employees and agents from and against all claims, losses, liabilities, demands, complaints, actions, lawsuits, findings, determinations, damages, fees, judgments, settlements, fines, penalties, costs, and expenses (including, without limitation, reasonable attorney's fees) that arise out of or in connection with the above-described use of the Licensed IP and the name, image, and/or likeness of the student-athlete nominee.
Deadline for nominations have been extended to: June 13, 2025
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Original text here: https://www.afca.com/2025-allstate-afca-good-works-team-wuerffel-trophy-nominations-now-open/
2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-America Teams Announced
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 4 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news:
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2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-America Teams Announced
The 2025 Pacific Association Division All-America teams have been announced by the American Baseball Coaches Association and Rawlings Sporting Goods. The Pacific Association Division is comprised of junior colleges from the California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) and the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC).
The selection process is led by the ABCA Pacific Association Division All-America Committee, which is chaired
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GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 4 -- The American Baseball Coaches Association issued the following news:
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2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-America Teams Announced
The 2025 Pacific Association Division All-America teams have been announced by the American Baseball Coaches Association and Rawlings Sporting Goods. The Pacific Association Division is comprised of junior colleges from the California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) and the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC).
The selection process is led by the ABCA Pacific Association Division All-America Committee, which is chairedby Chris Pedretti, President of the California Community College Baseball Coaches Association (CCCBCA). Additional members of the committee include Terry Baumgartner (Feather River College), Larry Quirico (Northern California Commissioner of the CCCBCA), Mike Salazar (Rio Hondo College) and NWAC representative Mark Yoshino (Bellevue College).
The ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove teams for all divisions will be announced on Wednesday, June 18. The ABCA Pacific Association Division Region All-Defensive team will be announced on Thursday, June 19. ABCA/Rawlings National Pitchers and Position Players of the Year for all divisions will be announced on Monday, June 23.
The ABCA All-America team was first recognized in 1949 and now includes nine divisions: NCAA Divisions I, II and III, NAIA, NJCAA Divisions I, II and III, Pacific Association Division, and High School. ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove teams were first recognized in 2007.
SEE ALSO: 2025 ABCA/Rawlings All-Region, All-America & Gold Glove Teams-All Divisions (https://www.abca.org/ABCA/News/2025/2025_ABCA_Rawlings_All-Region__All-America___Gold_Glove_Teams.aspx)
2025 ABCA/Rawlings Pacific Association Division All-America Teams
Pacific Association All-America First Team
To view table click here: https://www.abca.org/ABCA/Awards/All-Americans/Pacific_Association/2025.aspx
About Rawlings
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. is an innovative manufacturer and marketer of sporting goods worldwide. Founded in 1887, Rawlings is an authentic global sports brand, trusted by generations of athletes of all skill levels. Rawlings' unparalleled quality and expert craftsmanship are the fundamental reasons why more professional athletes, national governing bodies and sports leagues choose Rawlings. Rawlings is the Official Ball Supplier and Batting Helmet of Major League Baseball(R), the official baseball of Minor League Baseball(TM) and the NCAA(R), and an approved baseball, basketball, football and softball of the National High School Federation(R). For more information, please visit Rawlings.com or by phone at (314) 819-2800.
About the ABCA
The ABCA, founded in 1945, is the primary professional organization for baseball coaches at the amateur level. Its over 15,000 members represent all 50 states and 41 countries. Since its initial meeting of 27 college baseball coaches in June 1945, Association membership has broadened to include nine divisions: NCAA Division I, II and III, NAIA, NJCAA, Pacific Association Division, High School, Youth and Travel Baseball.
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Original text here: https://www.abca.org/ABCA/Awards/All-Americans/Pacific_Association/2025.aspx
[Category: Sports]
2024-25 NAIA WGCA Player of the Year Goes to Lindsey Wilson's Butpapaporn Sukterm
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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2024-25 NAIA WGCA Player of the Year Goes to Lindsey Wilson's Butpapaporn Sukterm
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Women's Golf Coaches Association has announced its 2024-25 postseason awards, including the 2024-25 NAIA WGCA Player of the Year, Butpapaporn Sukterm, from Lindsey Wilson (Ky.).
Sukterm finished in the top-five in every tournament she played in during the season, including six first-place finishes. She was the Mid-South Conference Champion
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 4 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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2024-25 NAIA WGCA Player of the Year Goes to Lindsey Wilson's Butpapaporn Sukterm
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Women's Golf Coaches Association has announced its 2024-25 postseason awards, including the 2024-25 NAIA WGCA Player of the Year, Butpapaporn Sukterm, from Lindsey Wilson (Ky.).
Sukterm finished in the top-five in every tournament she played in during the season, including six first-place finishes. She was the Mid-South Conference Championand broke the school record for single season stroke average (71.46).
In May, at the 2025 NAIA Women's Golf National Championship, at Eagle Crest Golf Club in Ypsilanti, Mich., Sukterm was even par over four rounds, including 3-under par in the second round. She finished the championship in third place, indiviually, and on the Clippd season scoreboard, she was the No. 1 ranked golfer in the NAIA, in 2025. May 22, she was named First-Team All-America by the NAIA women's golf coaches.
The NAIA announced its full 2024-25 Women's Golf All-America Teams last month, on May 22.
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Original text here: https://www.naia.org/sports/wgolf/2024-25/Releases/POY
