World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner has established the Jannik Sinner Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children and young athletes by providing access to education and sports programs. The foundation aims to break down social barriers and create opportunities for underprivileged youth worldwide through school initiatives and community projects.
Basketball star Caitlin Clark has partnered with Hy-Vee to re-release “Caitlin’s Crunch Time” cereal, with all proceeds supporting the Caitlin Clark Foundation. The foundation focuses on youth development, including a recent initiative that donated 22,000 books to schools, aiming to promote literacy and education among children.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER NEWS
SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NEWS FOR THE WEEK
TOP STORIES FROM WEEK ENDING May 5, 2025
- April 29 — The Vegas Golden Knights edged the Minnesota Wild 3–2 in overtime of Game 5, taking a 3–2 series lead in the Western Conference First Round.
- April 29 — Janmark broke a third-period tie, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 3–1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings in Game 5, giving them a 3–2 series advantage.
- April 30 — Mark Williams defeated John Higgins 13–12 in a thrilling quarterfinal at the World Snooker Championship, advancing to the semifinals.
- April 30 — Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump both secured semifinal spots at the World Snooker Championship with commanding victories in their quarterfinal matches.
- May 1 — The Edmonton Oilers eliminated the Los Angeles Kings with a 6–4 win in Game 6, marking their fourth consecutive playoff series victory over the Kings.
- May 1 — The CBS Sports Classic announced that Kentucky will face St. John’s in “Catlanta,” marking a reunion between coaches Mark Pope and Rick Pitino, who led Kentucky to the 1996 NCAA title.
- May 1 — Premier League Darts Night 13 took place in Birmingham, with Luke Humphries narrowing the gap on leader Luke Littler in the standings.
- May 1 — The Summit Championship, a premier cheerleading competition for Junior and Senior teams, commenced at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Florida.
- May 1 — High school baseball and softball games in Parkersburg, West Virginia, saw Parkersburg leading Marietta 6–1 before rain suspended the game in the fifth inning.
- May 1 — The Washington Commanders spotlighted fourth-round draft pick Jaylin Lane, a speedy wide receiver and punt returner from Virginia Tech, known for his 4.34-second 40-yard dash.
- May 1 — The Chicago Bears’ offseason updates included discussions on draft picks, with tight end Colston Loveland being a notable selection, and speculation about potential free-agent running back signings.
- May 1 — The Seattle Seahawks introduced new tight end Elijah Arroyo during rookie minicamp, highlighting his transition from wide receiver and his impressive performance.
- May 1 — The Department of Education alleged that the University of Pennsylvania violated Title IX by allowing a transgender woman to compete on the women’s swim team, following President Trump’s executive order banning transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports.
- May 1 — Fred Kerley, a U.S. Olympic medalist, was arrested and charged with battery, leading to his withdrawal from the upcoming Miami Slam track and field event.
- May 1 — The Kentucky Derby festivities began at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, with events leading up to the main race scheduled for May 3.
- May 1 — José Ramírez of the Cleveland Guardians became the 24th player in MLB history to achieve both 250 career home runs and 250 stolen bases, accomplishing the feat against the Minnesota Twins.
- May 2 — Riley Greene of the Detroit Tigers made MLB history by hitting two home runs in the ninth inning of a game against the Los Angeles Angels, a first in league history.
- May 2 — Zhao Xintong defeated Ronnie O’Sullivan with a session to spare, advancing to the World Snooker Championship final.
- May 3 — Mark Williams overcame Judd Trump 17–14 in the World Snooker Championship semifinals, setting up a final clash with Zhao Xintong.
- May 3 — The 2025 NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship concluded in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with TCU securing its first national title by defeating Loyola Marymount 3–2 in the final.
- May 3 — UFC Fight Night took place at Wells Fargo Arena, featuring a headline bout between Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo, contributing to the UFC’s dynamic 2025 schedule.
- May 3 — The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix commenced, attracting fans to the Miami International Autodrome for a weekend of high-speed racing action.
- May 4 — Zhao Xintong took an 11–6 lead over Mark Williams after two sessions in the World Snooker Championship final, showcasing dominant play.
- May 4 — The Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles combined for ten solo home runs in a game at Camden Yards, tying the MLB record for most combined solo homers in a single contest.
- May 4 — The Indiana Fever’s exhibition game against Brazil set a WNBA record for highest resale ticket prices for a preseason game, averaging $670 on game day.
- May 5 — Florida State University’s football program added three players from the transfer portal: WR Gavin Blackwell (North Carolina), DB Jarvis Boatwright Jr. (USC), and RB Gavin Sawchuk (Oklahoma).
- May 5 — The Detroit Lions announced the signing of 11 undrafted free agents, including RBs Kye Robichaux and Anthony Tyus, as part of their 2025 roster additions.
- May 5 — The Premier League revealed major broadcasting changes for the upcoming season, including allowing cameramen on the pitch during matches to film goal celebrations.
- May 5 — The Chicago Bears highlighted their offseason developments, including collaborative draft strategies between head coach Ben Johnson and GM Ryan Poles, and efforts to secure a long-term stadium in Arlington Heights.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- May 5 — 3rd Annual Putt for Passion presented by Thrivent
- May 5 — Sebonack Golf Outing
- May 8 — PhilanthropyMiami IGNITE! 2025 Conference: Leading Boldly, Together
- May 9 — City Champs Fundraiser
- May 9 — 2025 Step Back Foundation Golf Outing
- May 21 — Chicago Run Marathon Ball
- May 23 — Friday Night Lights Youth Football Camp
- May 24 — Sports Agent Bootcamp
- June 4 — Sport For Good Atlanta
- June 7 — 4th Annual PGM’S Wear Orange Gun Violence Community Unity Awareness Event
- June 9 — Warrick Dunn Charities 12th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic
- June 10 — FAN4Kids Annual Benefit
- June 10 — SBJ Brand Innovation Summit
- June 16 — Birdies Fore Bounce
- June 20 — Empowering the Future of NIL, Athlete Branding & Entrepreneurship
- June 21– 2025 Chicago Adaptive Open
- June 24 — 2025 Chip in for Girls
- June 26 — Sports Philanthropy World
- July 15 — RPFPC 2025 Golf Tournament
- July 18 — WISER Symposium
- September 9 — Community Trust Symposium
- September 22 — Northwestern Wildcat Golf Day
- November 7 — Get in the Game
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
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Head Coach – Women’s Basketball, Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio, Texas
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Head Coach – Women’s Basketball, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, Alaska
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Head Coach – Women’s Basketball, Rider University, Lawrenceville, New Jersey
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Head Coach – Women’s Basketball, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, North Carolina
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Head Coach – Women’s Basketball, St. Louis Community College, St. Louis, Missouri
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Head Coach – Men’s Basketball, Colby-Sawyer College, New London, New Hampshire
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Director of Women’s Basketball Operations, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
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Director of Sports Nutrition – Football, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia
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Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement, Georgia Gwinnett College, Lawrenceville, Georgia
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Director of Athletics, Mammoth Sports Consulting, Institute, West Virginia
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Coordinator of Athletics Communications, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan
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Director of Women’s Golf Program, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine
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Graduate Assistant – War Eagle Creative, Auburn University Athletics, Auburn, Alabama
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Graduate Assistant – Sports Information, McKendree University, Lebanon, Illinois
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Football Academic Support Intern, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Athletic Facilities and Operations Graduate Assistant, Wagner College, Staten Island, New York
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Dietary Associate Internship, University of South Alabama Athletics, Mobile, Alabama
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Volunteer Intern – Strength and Conditioning (Basketball), Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
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