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NCAA volleyballs

NCAA volleyballs are pictured at the Division I Men's Volleyball Championship. (John W. McDonough/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)

Welcome to the Fox News Sports Huddle Newsletter.

Presidential Invitation – Bill Guerin, executive for the U.S. men's hockey team, has invited President Donald Trump to the 4 Nations Face-Off final game against Canada, scheduled for Thursday night.

NCAA Policy Debate – The NCAA's updated policy on transgender athlete eligibility is facing criticism from activist groups who argue it contains loopholes that could permit biological males to compete in women's sports.

Call for Stronger Policy – Former All-American tennis player and ICONS co-founder Kim Jones has urged President Trump to collaborate with the NCAA on a more robust transgender athlete policy.

Donald Trump signs EO

President Donald Trump signs executive orders at the White House. ((Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images))

IVF Support – Samantha Busch, wife of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, expressed gratitude for President Trump's executive order concerning IVF and related treatments, calling it a positive development.

Tennis Star Suspended – World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner has accepted a three-month suspension for a doping violation, timed to allow his return for the Italian Open and French Open.

Misconduct Allegations – Seven additional massage therapists have accused Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of sexual misconduct, increasing the total number of accusers to 16. Tucker continues to deny the allegations.

Justin Tucker looks on

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker warms up. (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)

Kelce's Future Uncertain – Travis Kelce remains noncommittal about retirement, offering no new insights on his future plans, and his podcast, "New Heights," skipped its weekly episode release.

Chargers' Global Game – The Los Angeles Chargers will play their season opener in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the franchise's presence on five continents, a first in the NFL.

Burrow on Contracts – Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow praised the Eagles' salary cap management and discussed potential adjustments to his own contract to benefit the Bengals' roster.

NBA All-Star Weekend Discussion – FOX Sports' "First Things First" debated potential 1-on-1 matchups for a proposed tournament at NBA All-Star Weekend.