The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)—the organization that administers intercollegiate athletics in the U.S.—is making drastic changes to its drug policy for cannabis. Changes were announced at the 2024 NCAA Convention that took place on Jan. 10-13, in Phoenix, Arizona. NCAA Division I proposed ending the practice of drug testing athletes for cannabinoids. The … [Read more...] about NCAA Division Proposes Removing Cannabis From Banned Substances List
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NCAA panel recommends marijuana be dropped from banned substance list
An NCAA panel on Friday called for the removal of marijuana from the organization’s list of banned drugs and suggested the testing should be limited to performance-enhancing substances. The Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports recommended halting cannabis tests at such events until a final decision is made, likely this fall. Marijuana plants grow … [Read more...] about NCAA panel recommends marijuana be dropped from banned substance list
Weekend News Update
Weekend News Update There were some interesting stories that came out the last few days. Did you know US cannabis related companies are looking north for investment opportunities since the federal government is dragging their feet on this new industry opportunity. It looks as Canada is willing to fill the gap. Banned from Wall Street, US cannabis … [Read more...] about Weekend News Update
Cannabis and Sports
What effect will cannabis have on sports and sports medicine? I remember growing up as a kid and my father ushering me around hockey rinks through lower New England and talking about his love of the sport. I remember my family cheering me on during my hockey tournaments and always being by my side, no matter what the outcome of the game was. They were all loving and … [Read more...] about Cannabis and Sports