The Michigan High School Athletic Association is changing the way its best football teams meet in the postseason, and that’s just the beginning.

Five years ago, the NCAA began allowing college athletes to make Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) money. Now, high school athletes can do the same.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association approved an expansion of personal branding activities, also known as Name, Image, Likeness (NIL), for student-athletes at MHSAA member schools.

A Michigan high school football playoff game was moved because of a recent shooting, and many fans are angry about the decision.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association regional final football game between Harper Woods and Divine Child has been relocated to John Glenn High School in Westland following a shooting last week.

The Michigan House of Representatives approved two controversial bills Thursday that would restrict transgender girls from participating in female school sports teams.

House Republicans are exerting pressure on the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) to align with President Donald Trump’s executive order, which bans men from participating in women’s sports.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is “awaiting further guidance” following President Trump’s executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports.

Although their record no longer reflects that, the Saline High School football team still feels undefeated.

Lily Solek and her teammates paid tribute to her older sister in the best way possible.

High school football players will get a chance to experience what it’s like to play like the pros as the Michigan High School Athletic Association is hosting finals at Ford Field in Detroit.

Michigan’s Democratic Attorney General Dana Nessel said she was joking when she said in a June speech that there should be “a drag queen for every school.”

This is a story that seems too good to be true. But it's very much true.

Many people working the Winter Games are achieving life-long goals, including a hockey official from Rockford, Michigan, who will be calling the Women’s Hockey Games.

There’s a new high school soccer scoring record in Michigan. A senior playing for Benzie Central High School scored 16 goals in a game that was stopped at halftime with the score being 17-0 against Kingsley High School.

The Mount Clemens High varsity football team was excited for Friday night’s homecoming game against Potterville.

The Mount Clemens High varsity football team was excited for Friday night’s homecoming game against Potterville.

After being cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic, the Xenith Prep Kickoff Classic is back.

Despite concerns over the coronavirus, high school athletes are allowed to start practicing for fall sports on Monday.

William McKoy, a district athletic director and conference president, has been named to a assistant director’s position with the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA), according to a press release from the association.

Hobbs Kessler produced one of the greatest runs ever by an American high schooler.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services took a new tactic Friday in the fight against coronavirus: asking nicely.

There’s another issue popping up involving school sports -- this one involves the testing of student athletes.

DETROIT – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is mandating COVID-19 testing for student athletes. The health department believes the latest spike in coronavirus cases might be related to the reopening of high school sports. READ: Michigan increases outdoor stadium capacity, requires COVID testing for youth sportsSchool districts and the Michigan High School Athletic Association said the changes aren’t ideal, but they will do what they have to get to sports up and running again. The mandate for testing of student athletes sent a shockwave through the sports community statewide. Initially believed to require daily testing, further clarification put the testing on a weekly basis.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) announced on Wednesday, March 10, the sites for indoor winter sports championship rounds. The Competitive Cheer Finals will move to Breslin Center to allow more fans to attend compared to other venues that were being considered. Girls BasketballWhere: Division 1 and 3 Semifinals at Breslin Center in East Lansing. All four Finals will be played at Breslin Center. All four Finals will be played at Breslin Center.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) announced Tuesday, March 2, that it has revised its 2021 Wrestling Tournaments. The MHSAA also has selected Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo as this year’s host site for the Teams Finals on March 30 and Individual Finals to be wrestled April 2-3. AdTeam Wrestling: Quarterfinals, Semifinals and Finals will be wrestled Tuesday, March 30 at Wings Event Center, with all rounds over one day instead of the traditional two. Both arenas within Wings Event Center will be used each day – one for each division – with all rounds including championship matches wrestled in that specific area. Divisions 3 and 1 will compete in the Arena, and Divisions 2 and 4 will compete in the Valley.

Michigan high school spring sports programs can begin practice on March 22 and competition on March 26, the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) announced Monday. This is a delay of one week to the start of spring practices and competitions, the MHSAA said. Moreover, MHSAA said 74 percent of its member high schools favored a delay in springs sports activity for at least a week. The entire Michigan high school spring sports season was canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19. However, the MHSAA Council said it approved an allowance for spring teams to meet for voluntary practices over 16 contact days this past September and October.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. – Michigan high school winter contact sports were allowed to resume beginning Feb. 8, and parents and student athlete are happy to be back in action. “It means the world for her to be able to get back on the ice and play,” said Erin Grom, whose daughter Kiera is a freshman forward on Livonia girls hockey team. Grom can recall when she found out hockey, wrestling, basketball and competitive cheer would be able to resume. According to the Michigan High School Athletic Association, things have been smooth so far. READ: Michigan youth contact sports resume -- here are all the rules, specifics and detailsREAD: Timeline, tournament dates for Michigan high school basketball, hockey, wrestling, cheer

The battle over high school sports may be settled for now in Michigan, but there’s a new issue emerging because of the coronavirus pandemic. A lot of referees are choosing to stay on the sidelines and sitting it out, at least for now, and the Michigan High School Athletic Association will have to work around it. He said that’s worst-case scenario because the MHSAA is determined to let student athletes play despite officials being down in Michigan by about 30%. Scott Waldendowski -- who officiates in the Macomb Area Conference -- said he sees firsthand there’s a lot of work for officials like himself. READ: Michigan high school basketball, hockey players have to wear masks during gamesDue to the shortage, MHSAA is currently hiring.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association has clarified its rules for concession stands at high school sporting events. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced last week that youth contact sports would be allowed to return this week. Under the current MDHHS order, food and beverages are permitted only where people can be separated by at least six feet. MHSAA is following the same rules for concession stands at Michigan high school sporting events. Any concession stand that can comply with those MDHHS orders is allowed to open during competition.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association revealed its rules for spectators at high school basketball, hockey, wrestling and cheer competitions. In facilities with fixed seating of more than 10,000 people, the maximum number of spectators allowed is 500. In facilities with fixed seating of under 10,000 people, the maximum number of spectators allowed is 250. If a facility has no fixed seating, such as an ice rink with out bleachers, the maximum number of spectators allowed is 100. Sideline cheerleaders, dance team members, pompon squads, pep bands and any other non-competing organization that attends a game must be counted toward the total number of spectators, MHSAA announced.

Michigan high school basketball and ice hockey players will be required to wear masks at all times, even during games. Competitive cheer participants will have to wear masks during meets, as well. School districts have the right to only hire game officials who wear masks at all times, regardless of medical exceptions, MHSAA announced. Competitive cheer has been deemed a non-contact sport, but all participants still have to wear masks under the same rules outlined above. Michigan high school wrestlers must produce a negative rapid antigen test the day before or the day of each meet or a negative PCR test within 72 hours of competition.

The battle over whether high school winter sports should resume amid the coronavirus pandemic continues in Michigan. AdRead more: Lawsuit suggests stoppage in Michigan high school sports may have led to teen’s deathTheir lawsuit is asking a judge to grant an injunction, sending high school athletes back into action, not just practice. The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) went against the state, even going as far as stating they believe COVID spread is not happening or is very low in high school sports right now. Let Them Play, Inc. had been threatening their lawsuit unless winter high school sports were resumed by Monday, Feb. 1, the same say the MHSAA says winter contact sports started in 38 other states. Whitmer encourages Michigan public schools to reopen for in-person learning by March 1Jan. 9: Michigan high school football playoffs resume after 2 month COVID break

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan High School Athletic Association is pushing for high school sports to resume before the current Feb. 21 deadline. There was a legislative hearing Thursday that resulted in an unanimous senate resolution that said high school sports should start earlier. The Michigan High School Athletic Association’s executive director, Mark Uyl, held a press conference Friday where he said their data suggests high school sports are good and not a problem. AdMark Uyl, with MSHAA, said their data suggests high school sports are good and not a problem. More: Detroit schools superintendent urges Whitmer to resume high school contact sports

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan High School Athletic Association spoke out Friday on the hiatus of winter sports in the state. They are asking for the state to resume practice and competition in the four main contact sports sooner than the Feb. 21 deadline. Let Them Play, Inc. has been threatening a lawsuit unless winter high school sports are resumed by Monday. Mark Uyl, with MSHAA, said their data suggests high school sports are good and not a problem. More: Detroit schools superintendent urges Whitmer to resume high school contact sports

DETROIT – Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at Noon. Will sports resume? MHSAA clashes with MDHHS over winter contact sports banThey are asking for the state to resume practice and competition in the four main contact sports sooner than the Feb. 21 deadline.

DETROIT – Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at Noon. Michigan House Oversight Committee to hear testimony on winter sports banCommittee members including Chairman Steve Johnson (R-Wayland), Michigan High School Athletic Association Director Mark Uyl, Let Them Play Michigan Director Jayme McElvany, Olivet High School Athletic Director Matt Seidl, and concerned parents and athletes are expected to testify during the session Thursday morning.

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan House Oversight Committee will hear testimony Thursday about the state’s ban on high school sports due to the coronavirus pandemic. Committee members including Chairman Steve Johnson (R-Wayland), Michigan High School Athletic Association Director Mark Uyl, Let Them Play Michigan Director Jayme McElvany, Olivet High School Athletic Director Matt Seidl, and concerned parents and athletes are expected to testify during the session Thursday morning. “Families throughout the state have reached out to their elected legislators about the governor’s abrupt decision to extend the ban on certain high school winter sports,” reads a statement from the House committee. “The House Oversight Committee will listen to testimony in an effort to provide answers to concerned residents regarding the extension.”AdLate last week, Gov. Michigan House Republicans on Wednesday proposed a $3.5 billion coronavirus recovery plan but threatened to withhold billions to K-12 schools unless Whitmer cedes her administration’s power to prohibit in-person instruction and sports to local health departments.

Ford Field was a little emptier this weekend for the state high school football finals due to attendance restrictions caused by the pandemic. Keith DunlapThe finish line for fall high school sports in the state of Michigan has been reached. After going 0-5 in its previous appearances in the championship game, DeWitt finally won its first state title in school history by dethroning defending state champion River Rouge. But Country Day finally took home the state championship trophy for the first time since 1999 thanks to a dominant defensive effort. But New Lothrop recovered the onside kick and ran out the clock to win its second state title in three years.

The 2020-21 school year has been a unique one for football players, whose shortened season started, then stopped and then started again. To make up for the odd year, the Michigan High School Athletic Association allowed every team to make the playoffs. The Oak Park Knights weren’t expected to make it to playoffs, but the team is two wins away from a state title. “It’s a great feeling, for real, to come back and be able to help the team,” Rayshawn said. The De La Salle Pilots, had a 2-4 regular season team peaking at the right time.

BELLEVILLE, Mich. – High school football playoffs started back up again Saturday after players were sidelined for weeks because of coronavirus. High school football in January hasn’t happened in Michigan before, but the 2020-21 school year has been a unique year. Jan. 9, 2021: Michigan coronavirus cases up to 519,082; Death toll now at 13,354Belleville faced Detroit Cass Tech nearly two months after the game was supposed to originally happen. “Today’s a great day for football,” said Cass Tech head coach Thomas Wilcher. The hope is every coach, player, referee and school staff member gets through these playoffs safely and the MHSAA crowns a champion.

Trying to figure out how to complete the fall sports season amid the coronavirus pandemic has proven difficult for Michigan high schools. However, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) believes it can be done safely through a new, pilot rapid testing program. “An opportunity came along to partner with the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). The tests are antigen rapid tests provided by MDHHS. Detroit Catholic Central High School’s football team is still in the playoffs, and Athletic Director Aaron Babicz said they have a tentative plan.

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) announced on Tuesday that it will suspend practices for football, volleyball and girls swimming and diving immediately after receiving requirements for the state’s pilot rapid testing program. “The MHSAA also is working to update dates of competition to better reflect the testing schedule. The MDHHS will conduct webinars on Dec. 28 and 29 to train school personnel who will be involved in the testing process. Team practices could resume as early as Dec. 30 once the first tests have been administered. If schools are delayed in the start of testing, they may begin practice once individuals have had one negative test.

The season came to a screeching halt just before heading into the playoffs, but on Monday, weeks later high school football players will be back to practice. Read: Michigan high school football, volleyball, swimming and diving tournaments to resume“I thought that was the last game with my team. Read more: Michigan high school football tournament to resume next month -- here is the scheduleHead coach Jermain Crowell who just recovered from COVID-19 says the shutdown was necessary. He’s thrilled the Michigan High School Athletic Association will be providing more testing for the athletes as they finish out their season. Read even more: Michigan lets high schools, entertainment venues reopen

The Michigan high school football, girls volleyball and girls swimming and diving tournaments will resume early next month, state officials announced. The Michigan High School Athletic Association announced teams can return to practice Monday (Dec. 21) as part of the state’s pilot rapid testing program. FootballMichigan’s high school football playoffs will resume Jan. 2, with regional finals for 11-player teams and semifinals for 8-player teams. READ: Michigan high school football tournament to resume next month -- here is the scheduleThe 8-player championship games in both divisions and all 11-player semifinal games will be played the following Saturday (Jan. 9). Girls swimming and divingThe girls swimming and diving finals will return with its three Lower Peninsula Finals completed during the weekend of Jan. 15-16, with one division at each of three locations.

(Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)The Michigan high school football tournament will resume next month after being shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions. READ: Michigan high school football, volleyball, swimming and diving tournaments to resumeThe Michigan High School Athletic Association announced teams can return to practice Monday (Dec. 21) as part of the state’s pilot rapid testing program. Michigan’s high school football playoffs will resume Jan. 2, with regional finals for 11-player teams and semifinals for 8-player teams. The 8-player championship games in both divisions and all 11-player semifinal games will be played the following Saturday (Jan. 9). Semifinal games in all 11- and 8-player divisions will be played at home sites.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. – Many student-athletes are disappointed with the new COVID-19 restrictions, especially the Marian Mustang volleyball team. READ: Here are 14 changes going into effect under Michigan’s new COVID-19 restrictionsThey thought they might play the quarterfinal round on Tuesday night, but the decision was made by the Michigan High School Athletic Association to suspend all tournaments immediately. Watch the video above for the full reportMichigan high school sports put on hold as part of new COVID-19 restrictionsHigh School volleyball, swimming and football have all been put on hold in hopes of slowing the spread of COVID-19. High school football teams were just three wins away from becoming state champions, but the games are now in question as COVID-19 restrictions postpone the season. “I think this is much different than where we were at last March and April,” Michigan High School Athletic Association Executive Director Mark Uyl said.

DETROIT – High School volleyball, swimming and football have all been put on hold in hopes of slowing the spread of COVID-19. High school football teams were just three wins away from becoming state champions, but the games are now in question as COVID-19 restrictions postpone the season. READ: Tracking coronavirus cases, outbreaks in Michigan schools“I think this is much different than where we were at last March and April,” Michigan High School Athletic Association Executive Director Mark Uyl said. But I also have to step back and look at the bigger picture,” Saline High School Head football coach Joe Palka said. You know, I don’t know how good it looks for, you know, high school athletics to just continue down that road when everybody else is sacrificing like crazy.

NORTHVILLE, Mich. – Officials with Northville Public Schools announced Northville High School would switch to remote learning Wednesday in compliance with the new precautions put in place due to COVID-19. In a letter to parents, the district said Northville High School will switch to full virtual instruction Wednesday and all sports and clubs that include in-person gatherings are suspended during this time. Nov. 15: Wayne County COVID-19 data: Tracking cases, deaths; City-by-city breakdownNorthville High School will remain online-only until at least Dec. 8. Michigan high school sports now suspended under new state COVID orderThe Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) has suspended its fall tournaments in response to a new public health order issued by state health officials on Sunday. This includes the suspension girls volleyball, girls swimming and diving, and football tournaments, and all winter practices and competitions scheduled to begin over the next three weeks.

GIBRALTAR, Mich. – Gibraltar School District is moving to a remote learning environment. The school district said that due to rising COVID-19 cases, all schools and programs will move to a virtual environment. Nov. 15: Wayne County COVID-19 data: Tracking cases, deaths; City-by-city breakdownIn a letter to parents and families, the district said all district classrooms will move to remote learning, beginning on Monday for Carlson High School and Tuesday for Shumate Middle School and the four district elementary schools. All district schools are expected to return to in-person learning beginning on Monday, Dec. 7, 2020. Michigan high school sports now suspended under new state COVID orderThe Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) has suspended its fall tournaments in response to a new public health order issued by state health officials on Sunday.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) has suspended its fall tournaments in response to a new public health order issued by state health officials on Sunday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued the restrictions Sunday evening, and Michigan Gov. “We understand the need for action, and we will explore all options to complete our Fall tournaments when restrictions are lifted," reads a statement from Uyl. However, now all high schools in the state of Michigan cannot offer in-person classes under the order. At an event with 100 people, risk levels in pretty much every Michigan county surpasses 80%, including some at 99%, like Kent and Calhoun counties.

ANN ARBOR – Superintendent of Ann Arbor Public Schools, Jeanice Kerr Swift, announced on Thursday that the winter sports season will be delayed until January due to concerns over COVID-19. “Participation in indoor practices and competitions during a public health pandemic comes with a risk to the health and safety of those involved.”The announcement comes two weeks after Swift urged the Michigan High School Athletic Association in a public letter to postpone the winter sports season. Since Swift’s original letter on Oct. 30, new county and statewide cases have skyrocketed, breaking numerous one-day infection records. “Don’t wait for a call from the Health Department,” Jimena Loveluck, health officer for Washtenaw County Health Department, said in a statement. Schools across Metro Detroit have begun to shift from in-person to remote learning due to the surge in new COVID-19 cases.

ANN ARBOR – Ann Arbor Public Schools Superintendent Jeanice Kerr Swift released a statement on Friday morning urging the Michigan High School Athletic Association to postpone the winter sports season as cases of COVID-19 reach new levels across the state. We take our responsibility very seriously to coordinate high school sports activities in a healthy, safe and responsible manner during the COVID-19 pandemic that continues this fall. "Therefore, we are calling on the MHSAA to delay the start of the winter athletic season. "Over the next two weeks, we will continue our advocacy to delay the winter sports season. We will provide regular updates to our school community and present the Board of Education with a report on November 11, 2020.

Officials from the Michigan High School Athletic Association have confirmed winter sports in the state will begin on time, with guidelines to limit the spread of COVID-19. Previously:The Representative Council of the MHSAA confirmed during its meeting Thursday (Oct. 22) that 2020-21 winter sports will begin on time. Most high school sports traditionally begin practice the first three weeks of November, with games starting in mid-November and the first weeks of December. Start dates for middle school winter sports seasons are determined by local leagues and conferences. A number of precautions have been put in place, including for competition limits, numbers of spectators allowed and face coverings.

MHSAA face mask requirementsOfficials say that face mask requirements will remain the same for athletes and other participating individuals for the time being. MHSAA face covering requirements were initially established on Sept. 10. MHSAA crowd capacity limitationsThe MHSAA announced capacity limits for athletic spectators on Sept. 30. Capacity limitations vary based on the venue’s seating capacity and if the sporting event is indoors or outdoors. Emergency coronavirus order confusionThe MHSAA provided an update Tuesday following the Michigan Supreme Court’s ruling against Whitmer and her emergency powers.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is announcing changes to the 2020 high school football postseason. All Michigan high schools football teams this season are able to play up to six regular-season games before the start of the MHSAA Playoffs. That’s down from the usual nine games because the first games this season weren’t played until the traditional Week 4. Here’s the adjusted MHSAA Football Playoffs in each format:11-player footballField: 512 teams -- There are currently 507 playing 11-player football this season, so five teams are scheduled to receive first-round byes at this time. Schedule: 3 District Rounds, Regional Finals, Semifinals, Finals.

DETROIT – In a press conference Thursday, Local 4′s Rod Meloni asked what information was being used to support the determination that masks would be required for student athletes on the field. It’s important to change out masks for a fresh one when sensible, or to use a fabric that wicks moisture and dries quickly. Executive Order 180 requires face coverings to be worn by student athletes when actively participating, except during cross country, golf, tennis, swimming and diving. This includes all times during active participation and all times during non-active participation when six feet of physical distance cannot be maintained. Face coverings must be worn by coaches, medical staff, game event staff, members of the media and spectators.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association has reinstated fall football and other high school sports in the state of Michigan following Gov. MHSAA officials announced Thursday that the fall 2020 football season has been reinstated by its Representative Council. On Aug 14, the fall 2020 football season was postponed to spring 2021, but Thursdays vote allows for a shortened season this fall. However, the MHSAA will conduct its postseason events in those four sports only for the fall 2020 season, officials said. All football teams in 11- and eight-player football will qualify for the playoffs during the shortened season.

LIVONIA, Mich. Another coronavirus (COVID-19) reversal could be coming for some fall sports, including football. After moving football to spring, the Michigan High School Athletic Association is doing an about face. READ: Michigan High School Athletic Association cancels fall football season due to coronavirusThere are 33 other states offering high school sports. Tim Napiers son plays at Livonia Franklin, he sides with the 60 percent of high schools that told the MHSAA that they did want to play this fall. Whitmer to reinstate high school footballIf fall season does start, schools will have the choice to play in the spring.

DETROIT – The Michigan High School Athletic Association is suspending all activities due to coronavirus. “All MHSAA winter tournaments are suspended, effective immediately and indefinitely due to concerns related to COVID-19. The decision comes as many schools are preparing for possible coronavirus cases, including training for online class and extensive cleaning programs. Michigan confirmed its first two cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday night, both in Metro Detroit. Related: Tracking Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19): Cases being monitored, test results pending

IMLAY CITY, Mich. - Football players at Imlay City High School were left disappointed when their season ended because of a coin flip tiebreaker. A no-options rule by the Michigan High School Athletic Association was called upon to determine wether Imlay City or Durand High School would advance to the playoffs. The Spartans overcame last year's 1-8 record to earn a chance to make the high school playoffs in 2019. This would have been the first time Imlay City made the playoffs since 2001. Ironically, the Spartans' first game next season will be against Durand High School.

IMLAY CITY, Mich. Football players at Imlay City High School were left disappointed when their season ended because of a coin flip tiebreaker. A no-options rule by the Michigan High School Athletic Association was called upon to determine wether Imlay City or Durand High School would advance to the playoffs. The Spartans overcame last year's 1-8 record to earn a chance to make the high school playoffs in 2019. This would have been the first time Imlay City made the playoffs since 2001. Ironically, the Spartans' first game next season will be against Durand High School.

DETROIT – The executive director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association will retire in August after 32 years in the position, the MHSAA announced Tuesday. John E. "Jack" Roberts took over as executive director in fall 1986. Roberts will retire as the second-longest serving full-time executive director in the MHSAA's 94-year history. Roberts is currently the nation’s longest-serving executive director of a state high school athletic association. "We have always felt that we had the best Executive Director in the United States.