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What does it take to get the national agency for sport, three sports governing bodies, universities and academic leaders, a national health service, a government and a concerned parent together? A topic as important as concussion in sport! Whilst organisations can lend a helping hand and provide much valued resources, it takes people to drive and innovate. Scotland has led for the past 9 years in developing one set of guidelines for all who are active and enjoy sport. If In Doubt Sit Them Out has now been adopted across the whole of the UK and with our Australian and Kiwi cousins. Today’s launch of the third iteration of the guidelines sees an improvement how we should recognise and remove anyone suspected of a concussion, how the brain of a child or an adult should be respected in the same way with rest, recuperation, rehabilitation and return to normal life and sport, how we should be more aware of the impact on women and girls as well as those of us who enjoy sport and live with a disability. Read about it, learn and tell others know about it. Collaboration is key 🙌 Jonathan Hanson Alastair Nicol Willie Stewart Dr Stephanie Adams Katy Stewart James Robson John MacLean Jonnie Gordon DAVID PUGH Karen Barclay Sir Gregor Smith The University of Edinburgh University of Stirling University of Glasgow sportscotland institute of sport sportscotland Scottish Rugby Scottish Football Association Camanachd Association NHS 24 & many more

New article on CJI (Clapham Junction/London/UK): 🎾 Major Development Alert: London's Deputy Mayor Approves Controversial Wimbledon Tennis Club Expansion The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) has secured approval for its significant expansion plans, marking a crucial milestone in London's sporting infrastructure development. However, the project faces potential legal challenges ahead. Key Development Points: -8,000-seat stadium development -38 new grass courts -30,000 sq ft maintenance hub -9 km of new roads and paths While proponents argue this will secure Wimbledon's future as a premier Grand Slam venue, opponents including MPs and local groups raise concerns about public access rights and environmental impact. This case presents interesting questions about balancing heritage preservation, sporting excellence, and community interests in urban development. Read the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/eNhnMPas #SportsBusiness #UrbanDevelopment #Tennis #Wimbledon #London #Planning #RealEstate #SportsFacilities 

$XESP Digital commercialization through its DE² has reshaped the way businesses operate & Grow at Scale by reaching global audiences and maximizing efficiency. The dynamic shift continues saving time & Money in the marketplace. #DigitalTransformation #BusinessTrends #XESP The Medtech vertical with Partner Pointward touches 4 patients a second equaling 130 million people through commercialization efforts! #MedTech #Roth

First-time candidate Austin Arthur, co-owner of a gymnastics center, is shaking up the political scene in Orange County by challenging incumbent District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson. With substantial backing from development interests, Arthur has raised over $200,000 and secured key endorsements. The hot-button issue? Rural growth controls. Wilson, an advocate for limiting urban sprawl, opposes development encroachments, while Arthur’s stance remains ambiguous but leans towards development flexibility. Agree or disagree with our opinion? Please share your comments with us to continue the conversation or DM us on our socials. Stay informed with our newsletter, “The Informer”: https://lnkd.in/e_9F2s5s We appreciate it if you "Like" and comment to continue the conversation. Join our #community by subscribing to our YOUTUBE channel: @J-Washington, and hit that notification button! #Florida #flapol #vote #politicalinnovation #politics #campaigns #strategy #canvassing #campaignmanagement #OrangeCountyPolitics #GrowthDebate #RuralVsUrban #NicoleWilson #AustinArthur #UrbanSprawl #RuralPreservation #LocalElections #trends #Election2024 #TimeToWin @NicoleWilsonOC @AustinArthurOC @OrangeCoFL @OrangeCountyGovFL @OrlandoSentinel @NicoleWilson @AustinArthur DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in the J & Washington Network belong solely to the content creators and do not represent the views or opinions of J & Washington clientele or its business partnerships.

Wimbledon Embraces the Future: Line Judges to be Replaced by Automated Technology from 2025…🎾 From 2025, the iconic tournament will take a bold step forward by replacing all line judges with Live Electronic Line Calling. This decision marks a significant break from 147 years of tradition, aligning Wimbledon with the Australian Open and US Open, where automated systems are already in use. The Hawk-Eye technology, familiar to many players since its introduction on select courts in 2007, will now cover every inch of the grounds, including during qualifying at Roehampton. The decision followed extensive testing and consultation, with organisers confident that the technology is "sufficiently robust" to handle the demands of The Championships. While this shift represents a major leap in #innovation, it's important to acknowledge the longstanding contribution of line umpires, who have been integral to Wimbledon's history. The All England Club has expressed its gratitude for their dedication over the years. With this move, the French Open now stands as the last Grand Slam relying solely on human line judges. Will it follow suit soon? In another update, from next year, the singles finals will see a time shift, starting at 4pm, with the doubles finals kicking off the action at 1pm. As Wimbledon continues to balance tradition and #technology, one thing is certain: the game is always evolving. https://lnkd.in/eeQJrHVE #artificialintelligence #technology #business

Happy Friday! To celebrate we have our latest edition of Back Pages, where SAE Tom Symons talks about the potential impact of Prem games played abroad, and the media appetite to talk about it: "As the NFL’s International Series returns to London this month for its eighteenth year, the success and popularity of these annual fixtures in our capital city continue to grow - unique for a sport so deeply rooted in American culture. The UK’s media have shown keen interest, with outlets like the BBC, The Times, and the Daily Mail covering all things NFL London this week, as the game’s audience continues to expand on this side of the Atlantic, even catching the attention of Prince William. This raises the question of how the UK’s biggest sporting brand, the Premier League, would fare if competitive league fixtures were to take place in the U.S. or elsewhere abroad. The Premier League, as recently as July, reiterated that it has no plans to do so. However, with Spain’s La Liga planning overseas matches as early as the 2025-26 season, pressure for commercial expansion may begin to mount. As the 2021 Super League debacle proved — which, had it gone ahead, would have been to the huge detriment of the Premier League — English football fans don’t take kindly to breaking tradition in pursuit of financial gain. A Premier League ‘international series,’ similar to the NFL’s, would certainly stir controversy. However, the debate between commercial gain and cultural integrity is one the UK media would gladly sink their teeth into."

As discussed in Janelle Wells, Ph.D.'s class, there is a laundry list of issues currently troubling youth sports worldwide. The referee shortage might be at the top of the list. Reasons for the shortage include long hours and lack of adequate pay, but the main cause is the verbal and sometimes physical abuse referees receive on a game-by-game basis. This article discusses a proposed bill from a Minnesota state representative that would call for a $1,000 fine for any fan who interferes with a ref before, after, or during the game. While you could argue this may be a bit severe, it is undeniable that this issue needs to be addressed in some way. If this bill proposal gets the conversation going, that is a huge step in the right direction. #GlobalSports #GlobalWells https://lnkd.in/eNDY7SCv

🌟 Our collaboration with Northridge gives AS members, who are passionate about a career in sports law, the opportunity to mentored by: Chelsea FC The FA Welsh Rugby Union The British Horseracing Authority World Rugby Northridge Insights from an AS alumna working at Northridge with these clients is coming soon! #aspiringsolicitors #mentoringscheme #diversityandinclusion #legalcareer #lawstudent #sportslaw

Many of you will have read or listened to the news of the passing of Rob Burrow, Leeds Rhinos rugby league’s all-time great, who contracted motor neurone disease (MND) and campaigned right to the end, to raise MND awareness. Some of you may have seen the tribute this remarkable human being on BBC last night (03 June 2024), “There’s only one Rob Burrow”. Rob ended the documentary with this:  “In a world full of adversity, we must dare to dream”.  Words which are now inscribed on the side of Leeds Beckett University’s student union. But how does all this link to the world of events? I hear you ask…. In an industry where so much more needs to be done to open up the doors and deliver events and experiences which are truly accessible to everyone, I urge you all to do more than just dare to dream. The events industry is packed full of creative talent that has the power not just to dream, but to make pretty much anything possible. So don’t let yesterday’s news be tomorrow’s fish n chips paper. Get the conversation going with your team. Get in contact with consultants who can help you on your events accessibility and inclusion journey, and make access and inclusion part of your every-day events agenda. Let’s dare to do more than dream. #eventprofs #accessibility #eventinclusion

A very powerful post about man's inhumanity towards man, and the power of courage!