IOC announces ‘scientific approach’ to protect ‘female category’

IOC presisent, Kirsty Coventry has said there is now “overwhelming support” among International Olympic Committee members to protect the female category in a significant shift in its gender eligibility policy.Coventry, who was chairing her first meetings as the IOC’s new president, said that a taskforce of scientists and international federations would be set up within weeks to come…

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Legends uplift football for the deaf

OnSport ReporterLEGENDS Sports Development Academy is embarking on an ambitious programme that will see them incorporate hearing impaired young players within their ranks as they embrace them into sport.Working with the Association of the Deaf, the academy is aiming at ensuring deaf youngsters talented in sports get an opportunity to showcase their skills.Academy director, Lawrence…

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Barcelona keen on loan move for Marcus Rashford even if Nico Williams arrives

Barcelona are eyeing a loan move for Marcus Rashford, with the 27-year-old’s flexibility across the frontline viewed as an asset.Barcelona’s No 1 target is Nico ­Williams but even if the Athletic ­Bilbao wide player is signed, Hansi Flick believes the Manchester United forward would enhance his options. Rashford’s pace from the wing and ability to operate at No…

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Stern test for Try, Sawu

OnSport Reporter FOLLOWING a string of disappointing performances, the Highlanders family was informed on Monday night that head coach Kelvin Kaindu had been fired and has been temporarily replaced by his assistant Try Ncube. He will be assisted by Agent Sawu, who was the club’s second assistant coach. The goalless draw against Chicken Inn at…

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