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High-impact sports: The risks, rewards, and what they mean for young athletes

When we think about sports like football, hockey, or rugby, the first images that come to mind are often thrilling touchdowns, big hits, or the roar of the crowd. But behind all the excitement, ...
CBSSports.com

NWSL's high-impact player rule: A look at USWNT stars and world talent who could be eligible

The NWSL introduced the high-impact player rule on Tuesday, a mechanism intended to attract and keep top players in the league — if a complicated one. Starting July 1, the league's teams will be able ...
The New York Times

NWSL’s new ‘high impact’ rule prioritizes a small pool of superstars – and they must be marketable

The High Impact Player rule reflects the player-driven nature of American sports culture Elsa/NWSL via Getty Images The new High Impact Player rule, introduced Tuesday by the National Women’s Soccer ...
Reuters

NWSL teams can exceed cap by $1M for 'high-impact players'

December 23 - The NWSL introduced a new "High Impact Player Rule" on Tuesday that allows teams to exceed the salary cap by up to $1 million to help attract and retain star players. The rule goes into ...
The New York Times

NWSL Players Association disputes High Impact Player rule over ‘roster classification’

The National Women’s Soccer League Players Association is preparing for arbitration with the league over its new High Impact Player rule (HIP), which allows teams to pay up to $1 million above the ...