SIU star Price Smith fights doping in Olympics era
SIU long jumper Connie Price Smith, a Salukis Hall of Fame member and four time Olympian, speaks on the persistence of performance enhancing drug use in track and field. She notes athletes have long faced doping pressures from Seoul to Sydney and beyond, while fellow Olympian John Godina argues progress is being made.
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SIU trains athletes on drug issues across sports
SIU athletic staff emphasize education and prevention in drug and alcohol policy for all student athletes. The program uses two testing policies, random and reasonable cause, with penalties including counseling and suspensions. Coaches stress awareness, responsibility, and safe supplement use to reduce risks.
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