The Division I Council on Wednesday voted to introduce proposals that, if also supported by Divisions II and III, would establish NCAA championships for women’s stunt and women’s acrobatics and tumbling.

If the proposals are adopted by all three divisions, championships committees would begin work in stunt and acrobatics and tumbling in January 2026, with the first championship for each sport expected to occur during the spring season in 2027.

Emerging Sports for Women are required to be sponsored by at least 40 schools to be considered for the creation of an NCAA championship. Stunt has been an emerging sport in Divisions I and II since 2023 and Division III since 2024, and 41 schools sponsored the sport during the 2024-25 academic year. Acrobatics and tumbling has been an emerging sport in all three NCAA divisions since 2020, and 44 schools sponsored the sport during the 2024-25 academic year.

Fencing championships

At the recommendation of the Sports Oversight Committee, the council voted to separate the scoring at the fencing championships to recognize champion teams in both men’s and women’s fencing.

Currently, men’s and women’s fencing teams compete for one title, and women’s-only teams — which are sponsored by nine schools — are statistically unable to win the national championship under the existing scoring format for the sport. By recognizing a men’s and women’s champion separately, over 150 more student-athletes would have the opportunity to win a national championship.

For this change to take effect, it must also be supported by Divisions II and III because fencing operates as a National Collegiate Championship involving teams from all three divisions. Divisions II and III are expected to consider the proposal at their meetings in July

Flag football

The council also introduced a proposal to add women’s flag football to the Emerging Sports for Women program following recommendations from the Committee on Women’s Athletics and the Strategic Vision and Planning Committee. Flag football has grown rapidly in popularity at the youth sports level — including high school — and will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The proposal will be considered in October.

FCS playing seasons

At the recommendation of the Football Championship Subdivision Oversight Committee, the council adopted expedited legislation to change the first contest date for FCS football, starting in the 2026 season. Moving forward, FCS programs will be able to compete in 12 regular-season games every year, with the regular season starting 13 weeks before the FCS championship selections date. The move provides programs greater scheduling flexibility and eliminates the first contest date exceptions.

32-game maximum contest limits in basketball

During their May meetings, the Division I Men’s and Women’s Basketball Oversight Committees adopted legislation establishing a straightforward limitation of 32 regular-season games in both men’s and women’s basketball, removing the legislated requirements for teams to participate in multiple-team events.

The oversight committees noted the Association’s focus on simplifying NCAA rules where possible and determined that the rule change provided greater scheduling flexibility for Division I programs. The new rule does not require a school to change its regular-season schedule and does not limit the opportunity for multiple team events to operate or exist.

Under the existing structure for Division I, the oversight committees’ action was subject to council review, and the council did not oppose the change. The new maximum contest limitation will begin with the 2026-27 basketball season.

If, as widely expected, the San Antonio Spurs select Rutgers guard Dylan Harper with the second pick of the NBA draft, the team will certainly enhance its legacy of community impact.

Only 19, Harper has already used his basketball platform to volunteer in soup kitchens in New Jersey and New York, tutor students in math and help organize a Christmas coat drive.

Should he become a Spur, Harper will join a long history of draft picks who have made their mark on San Antonio and beyond. Consider three examples:

LAFAYETTE PARISH — The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office is hosting its annual Youth Golf Tournament at Hebert Municipal Golf Course this week, giving local kids the chance to swing into summer with a mix of competition, mentorship, and fun.

Wednesday’s competition wrapped up with young golfers ages 6 to 11 showcasing their skills on the course. The event resumes Thursday, June 26, for players aged 12 to 17.

The tournament encourages youth participation in sports and provides a positive space for young people to connect with law enforcement officers and the community.

Events like this help build bridges between deputies and youth while promoting healthy habits and structured recreation.

Thursday’s groups will begin check-ins as early as 7:00 a.m. at the golf course, located at 1121 Mudd Avenue in Lafayette. For more information or to register, contact Amy Daigle at 337-456-6596 or amy.daigle@lafayettesheriff.com.

Richard Allen Adamsky, a longtime Catholic school teacher and youth sports coach from Warminster Township, Bucks County, was arrested for possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) after authorities executed a search warrant at his residence.

Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn announced the arrest, stating that Adamsky, 65, was taken into custody Wednesday morning.

He faces felony charges of possession of child sexual abuse material and criminal use of a communication facility.

An investigation began on March 30, 2025, when the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) reported possible downloading or obtaining of CSAM.

On June 25, federal and local law enforcement personnel performed a search warrant at Adamsky’s residence.

Adamsky admitted that for approximately four to five years, he had been searching for, downloading, and saving hundreds of images depicting CSAM to his computer, according to a criminal complaint.

When asked how many he saved, he replied, “Too many,” the complaint said.

Police say that Adamsky is employed as a teacher at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic School in Warminster and also coaches youth sports at the school.

The age group of the children he teaches and coaches is consistent with the age group depicted in the images found on his devices.

DETROIT – The Motor City Cruise, an NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, will participate in a lineup of engaging, family-friendly events throughout the summer designed to bring the community together through sports, games, and fun activities.

The Cruise’s summer festivities tip off with a Motor City Cruise takeover of the Pistons’ Neighbors Program at Chandler Park on June 29 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The organization will also participate in Northwest Goldberg Cares’ Hoopfest on July 19 and conclude with an appearance at the Detroit Youth Sports Showcase on Aug. 16.

The Motor City Cruise mascot, Nitro, will join Pistons Academy and select Cruise and Pistons’ developmental coaches at select events throughout the summer, teaching kids across Detroit fun basketball drills.

The Neighbors Program, Hoopfest, and Detroit Youth Sports Showcase events are open to the public, with registration required to attend basketball clinics.

There are limited spots available for the Motor City Cruise’s inaugural “Mini-Cruisers” Pistons Academy Camp.

The camp will take place at Wayne State Fieldhouse from June 30 to July 2 for youth in grades 1-3.

Click here for more information on the “Mini-Cruisers” camp.

June 29 – Motor City Cruise Neighbors Program

What: The Motor City Cruise will take over the Pistons’ Neighbors Program at Chandler Park, providing interactive tent stations, fun activities, and giveaways to fans with Cruise mascot Nitro and DJ HiDefStef on site. Motor City Cruise Associate Head Coach and Detroit native Marcus Stout will also lead a basketball clinic with Pistons Academy from 2–3 p.m., with media availability to follow.

Click here to register for the basketball clinic.

When: June 29, 2025, from 1–4 p.m.

Where: Chandler Park, 12200 Chandler Park Dr, Detroit, MI 48213

Who: Pistons Academy staff, Associate Head Coach Marcus Stout, Motor City Cruise’s DJ HiDefStef, Nitro, Detroit residents, and Motor City Cruise staff.

June 30 – July 2 – Pistons Academy Mini Cruisers Camp

What: The Cruise will host its first Pistons Academy Camp, a three-day basketball camp led by Pistons Academy, featuring drills and a chance to meet the Cruise Mascot, Nitro. On July 2, from 12-1 p.m., Motor City Cruise Head Coach Jamelle McMillan will lead a session and speak to young athletes about their journey, insights, and dedicaƟon to basketball. Media availability will follow the session.

Click here to register for the basketball clinic

When: June 30–July 2, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Where: Wayne State Fieldhouse, 1290 Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 Who: Pistons Academy, Head Coach Jamelle McMillan, Nitro, Pistons Academy students (grades 1–3) and Motor City Cruise staff.

July 19 – Northwest Goldberg Cares Hoopfest

What: The Cruise will join Northwest Goldberg Cares at Hoopfest, providing interactive tent stations, fun activities, and giveaways with the Cruise mascot, Nitro. Detroit Pistons Player Development Coach Vasu Gupta and Pistons Academy will also lead a basketball clinic from 12-1 p.m.

Click here to register for the basketball clinic.

When: Saturday, July 19, from 11 a.m.– 3 p.m. ET

Where: 1941 Ferry Park St, Detroit, MI 48208 Who: Pistons Academy staff, Detroit Pistons Development Coach, Vasu Gupta, Nitro, and residents of Northwest Goldberg and Motor City Cruise staff.

Aug. 16 – Detroit Youth Sports Showcase

What: The Cruise will join the Detroit Youth Sports Showcase, providing interactive and fun activities and giveaways to all attendees, with Nitro in attendance.

Cruise Associate Head Coach Marcus Stout, along with Detroit Pistons’ Player Development Coaches Vasu Gupta and Assane Sene and Pistons Academy coaches, will also lead a basketball clinic from 12-1 p.m.

Click here to register for the basketball clinic.

When: Saturday, Aug. 16, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. ET

Where: 1340 Atwater St, Detroit, MI 48207 Who: Associate Head Coach Marcus Stout, Pistons Academy staff, Detroit Pistons Player Development Coaches Vasu Gupta and Assane Sene, Nitro and Motor City Cruise staff.