ALL SPORTS BLOG

NCAA College Football: History of the Miami Hurricanes

2010-08-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

NCAA College Football: History of the Miami Hurricanes: "The University of Miami Football team is recognized as one of the top programs in the nation. This is for good reason as well. The Hurricanes have a history of success. They have won 5 National Titles over the years and have shown that they can field a solid team year in and year out.

Over the history of the University they have managed to win 64 percent of their games. The record for the school over the years has been 552-307-19. They have an interesting history of fielding some of the most talented players in the nation at a very high rate. This may not show in the relatively low total of 5 National Championships, but it does show in the incredibly high total of 35 Consensus All-Americans." ...

NFL: History of the Atlanta Falcons

2010-08-23T11:57:00.001-07:00

NFL: History of the Atlanta Falcons: "The Atlanta Falcons are a professional football team in the National Football League. They play in the National Football Conference. The franchise is based out of Atlanta, Georgia. The team has spent the majority of its history playing in the NFC West Division. Despite being on the Eastern side of the United States they played in that Division for more than 30 years.

The team has played in the NFC South Division since the divisions were split in 2002.

The team began in the National Football League playing in the Eastern Conference. The franchise was established in 1966. They only played in the Eastern Conference of the National Football League for one year before they were moved to the Western Conference. They played in the Western Conference in the Coastal Division for 3 years before the NFC and AFC were established." ...

MLB: History of the Baltimore Orioles

2010-08-23T11:57:00.000-07:00

MLB: History of the Baltimore Orioles: "The Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team. The team is a part of Major League Baseball. They currently play in the Eastern Division of the American League.

The Orioles were established in 1894. They are one of the baseball franchises that have been around since near the beginning. They were actually part of the American League’s charter franchise program in 1901. The league decided to charter 8 franchises in including the Orioles. They did not start off playing in Baltimore however. In their first year they played as the “Milwaukee Brewers.” The team didn’t last long in Milwaukee." ...

Avoid being banned by your bookmaker

2010-08-23T11:56:00.000-07:00

Avoid being banned by your bookmaker: "While many bookmakers are good at generating publicity for taking large bets, you may be surprised just how quickly they ban winning punters. Some bookies only want the 'mug money' and target those who have been long-term losing TAB punters. Winners might be grinner but they are also quickly banned." ...

MLB: History of Cleveland Indians

2010-08-23T11:55:00.000-07:00

MLB: History of Cleveland Indians: "The Cleveland Indians have a rich history that goes all the way back to 1901. In 1901 the team began play in the American League and have remained in the AL ever since. They currently play within the Central Division of the American League. The Indians have been a dominant force in the Central Division ever since it was formed in 1994.

Although people remember the Cleveland Indians for their dominance in the AL in the 90’s, the team has had success throughout the history of the franchise. The team has won 2 World Series titles in their history and both of those titles came long before the 1990’s." ...

College Football: History of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

2010-08-23T11:54:00.000-07:00

College Football: History of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: "The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have had football as a priority in their school’s athletics for more than a century. The team began playing in 1892 and has seen a lot of success in terms of winning since their conception.

Success began for the Yellow Jackets in the early 1900’s. Football was still growing in popularity in the United States. The team was lead by John Heisman. Heisman of course is one of the most famous names in football history and he turned the team around. The highlight of his turnaround at Georgia Tech was not the championship that he won, but the historic victory that he accomplished." ...

George Steinbrenner and Horse Racing

2010-07-22T15:15:00.000-07:00

George Steinbrenner and Horse Racing: "The late George Steinbrenner was best known for his success as the owner of the New York Yankees. Steinbrenner had an attitude of spending money in order to win. In his time as the owner of the Yankees to team was a solid contender for their division year in and year out. They had success in winning their division, making the World Series and even won the World Series seven times during his tenure. Despite all of this success in baseball, many people know that Steinbrenner also had a desire to spread his success to horse racing.

Steinbrenner has long possessed a dream of winning the Kentucky Derby. His attempts commenced more than 30 years ago. Steinbrenner owned an enormous breeding operation in Ocala, CA where he would train up his horses in hopes of winning the big race."

History of the San Francisco Giants

2010-07-22T15:14:00.000-07:00

History of the San Francisco Giants: "The San Francisco Giants are one of the oldest franchises in Major League Baseball. The team has been around since the 1880’s. This means that they have been in existence for nearly 130 years. In the entire time that the team has existed they have played in the National League. The team has been playing in the West Division of the National League since 1969.

The team began playing in New York City. They were known as the New York Giants at that time. In their time in New York the franchise found tremendous success. They managed to win the pennant 17 times in their time in New York. They also won 5 World Championships before moving to San Francisco. The team’s last championship came in 1954. Since moving to San Francisco the team has not managed to ever win a championship. This leaves the Giants as the team with the 3rd longest drought in Major League Baseball since winning a championship. Only the Cubs and the Indians have gone longer since winning a championship."

MMA Profile: Jake Shields

2010-07-22T15:13:00.000-07:00

MMA Profile: Jake Shields: "Jake Shields is a professional fighter. He fights in the realm of mixed martial arts. He generally fights in the 170 lb division or the 185 lb division.

Jake Shields was born on January 9, 1979 in Mountain Ranch, California. He grew up near that area in the Sierra Mountains . From a very young age his parents taught him to be healthy and prepared him for a life of professional fighting. He was raised as a vegetarian and by the age of 9 he was already into wrestling."

What Defeated the Conventional Martial Arts?

2010-07-22T15:12:00.000-07:00

What Defeated the Conventional Martial Arts?: "While growing up through the 80’s, I was fascinated by each of the magnificent martial artists I came across on television shows and in the theatre. Since I was given birth to in 79, the days of Bruce Lee had ended and the most prominent martial artists in cinema were Steven Seagal, Chuck Norris, and Jean-Claude Van Damme. These karate masters were so amusing to observe thanks to their tremendous quickness, skill, and their ability to present us with self-defense maneuvers that we had never even imagined possible. It may possibly have been the special effects, but clearly there was a mysticism about the way they moved and fought that forced you to believe they were indestructible. For me personally, these were definitely the greatest years of the martial arts."

History of the NFL

2010-07-22T15:11:00.000-07:00

History of the NFL: "On February 7, 2010, the New Orleans Saints defeated the Indianapolis Colts by a score of 31-17 in Super Bowl XLIV. With an average US audience of 106.5 million viewers, the National Football League’s premier game became the most-watched television program in history, breaking the 27-year-long record previously held by the final episode of M*A*S*H.

The record-setting TV audience for Super Bowl XLIV illustrates the point that the National Football League has become the most popular sports league in America. The growing popularity has led to increased revenue, and the NFL now ranks as the most lucrative sports league in the world."

UFC Profile: Shane Carwin

2010-07-11T11:24:00.000-07:00

UFC Profile: Shane Carwin: "Shane Carwin is a 35 year old mixed martial arts fighter that participates in the UFC. He is a 6 ft 2 fighter that weighs 265 pounds, making him a part of the Heavyweight Division. Carwin fights for the “Jackson’s Submission Fighting” team. Shane Carwin is on his way to become a UFC legend as he has put on impressive showings on his way to become the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion." ... (Click on title link above to read the entire ALL SPORTS article on Shane Carwin of the UFC.) ...

MLB: History of Kansas City Royals

2010-07-11T11:22:00.000-07:00

MLB: History of Kansas City Royals: "The Kansas City Royals began their history in 1969. In 1969 the Kansas City Royals joined the American League to become an expansion team in Major League Baseball. The team was founded by Ewing Kauffman. They began their play in Municipal Stadium. A few years later, in 1973, the team moved to Kauffman Stadium. This stadium was named in honor of Ewing Kauffman and is the stadium that the team currently plays at.

The team began playing in the West Division. They played in the West Division for more than 25 years of their existence and found all of their success in that division." ... (Click on title link above to read entire ALL SPORTS article of the history of the Kansas City Royals major league baseball team.) ....

NCAA Basketball: North Carolina Tar Heels men’s basketball

2010-07-11T11:20:00.000-07:00

NCAA Basketball: North Carolina Tar Heels men’s basketball: "The North Carolina Tar Heels are one of the most storied teams in the history of Men’s Basketball at the collegiate level. The team has found success in several decades in a league that features so many teams that it is very difficult to stay near the top of the game.

The team found success as early as the 1920’s. The 1920’s included 2 conference championships. They even managed to become National Champions in 1924. This was before the era of the NCAA tournament though and is often forgotten. The team continued to win several conference championships each decade through the 1940’s. The 1950’s brought the first bit of fame to the Tar Heels."... (Click on title link above to read entire ALL SPORTS article on the North Carolina Tar Heels of NCAA college basketball.) ...

NBA: History of Minnesota Timberwolves

2010-07-11T11:18:00.000-07:00

NBA: History of Minnesota Timberwolves: "The Minnesota Timberwolves joined the National Basketball Association in 1989 as an expansion team. The team did not have great success from the beginning, managing just a 22-60 record, but they did set an NBA record for attendance, drawing more than a million fans in their opening season. This included the 3rd largest crowd in NBA History in their final home game of the season.

The team had been playing the Metrodome, the home of the Minnesota Twins, but later moved to the Target Center, their current home. The team did not manage to find much success in their early years. They had a few notable players on their team, but they never managed to find success." ... (Click on title link above to read entire ALL SPORTS article on the history of the Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA.) ...

NFL: History of Seattle Seahawks

2010-07-11T11:16:00.000-07:00

NFL: History of Seattle Seahawks: "The Seattle Seahawks came into existence in 1976. In 1976 the Seahawks became an expansion team in the National Football League. Interestingly enough, the team was around for nearly thirty years before they were able to find a tremendous amount of success in the franchise.

The team began as a member of the NFC West division. The Seahawks have an interesting history in their division play. They began as a member of the NFC West, but after just one season they were moved over to the AFC West. For more than 25 years the team played in the AFC West, but in 2001 the team returned to the NFC West in the NFL realignment plan. Under the new plan the divisions were made into four team divisions." ... (Click on title link above to read entire ALL SPORTS article on the history of the Seattle Seahawks of the NFL.) ...

MMA Profile: Rich Franklin

2010-06-25T12:38:00.000-07:00

MMA Profile: Rich Franklin: "Rich Franklin has arguably the most unique personality and fighting style in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Franklin has a master’s degree in education and discovered the world of MMA while working as a math teacher. He didn’t focus on any one particular fighting style and instead formed his own.

Franklin was born on October 10, 1974, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was given the nickname “Ace” because of his resemblance to actor Jim Carey, who played the role of Ace Ventura. He graduated from William Henry Harrison High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and a master’s degree in education at the University of Cincinnati. He subsequently taught mathematics at Oak Hills High School in Cincinnati." ...

MMA Profile: Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic

2010-06-19T12:05:00.000-07:00

MMA Profile: Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic: "Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic was born September 10, 1974 in Yugoslavia. We now know that area as Vinkovci, Croatia. Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic is best known around the world for his mixed martial arts skills.

His nickname “Cro Cop” comes from the fact that he was a member of the Anti-Terrorist Unit in Croatia’s Special Forces.
Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic is a Heavyweight kickboxer that has found success in every fighting league that he has taken part in up to this point. He has spent time fighting in K-1 and Pride Fighting Championships. He is 6 feet 2 inches and weighs 235 lbs."...

Being Realistic With Athletes To Improve Sports Fitness Training

2010-06-19T12:04:00.000-07:00

Being Realistic With Athletes To Improve Sports Fitness Training: "You are what you are! You can only work to maximize what you have to be the best athlete you can be. Working outside your genetic limit will lead to injuries, missed workouts and mental letdown. Training naturally and legally is the best way to go for long-term success.

Many athletes try to work outside their genetic limits by using performance-enhancing drugs. This will lead to injuries, possible legal sanctions and emotional let down. The goal of being a better athlete is for positive personal development and anything that could jeopardize this could be counter productive."...

History of the Arizona Diamondbacks

2010-06-16T10:58:00.000-07:00

History of the Arizona Diamondbacks: "The Arizona Diamondbacks are a professional baseball team out of Phoenix, Arizona. The team joined Major League Baseball in 1998 as an expansion team. They were one of two teams the join Major League Baseball that season. The other team was the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.

The Diamondbacks joined the West Division as they came into the league. The other teams in the West division include the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants. These teams would be challenged by the Diamondbacks from the very beginning."... (Click on title link above to read entire sports article on the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball.) ...

History of the Houston Rockets

2010-06-16T10:56:00.000-07:00

History of the Houston Rockets: "The Houston Rockets are a basketball team in the National Basketball Association. The story of the Rockets began in 1967 in San Diego. The team was created and joined the NBA in 1967. They started off in San Diego as the San Diego Rockets. They remained in San Diego for just 4 years however. They moved to Houston, a city more fitting for their team name, in 1971.
Things were not always good for the Rockets. They managed to win just 15 games in their first season."... (Click on title link above to read the entire sports article on the Houston Rockets of the NBA.) ...

History of the Green Bay Packers

2010-06-16T10:55:00.000-07:00

History of the Green Bay Packers: "The Green Bay Packers are one of the most storied franchises in the history of the National Football League. The Green Bay Packers have become one of the first teams that come to mind when thinking about the NFL. However, they were not always part of the National Football League.

The Green Bay Packers were established in 1919. There were a few semi-professional football teams in Green Bay that cleared the way for the Packers, starting in the 1890’s, but the Packers themselves were not around until 1919." (Click on title link above to read the entire article on the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League.)

The 2009 Belmont Stakes

2010-06-16T10:53:00.000-07:00

The 2009 Belmont Stakes: "The 2009 Belmont Stakes was the 141st race of its type in Belmont. The Belmont Stakes is the third leg of the Triple Crown in horse racing.

With the Belmont Stakes being the third leg of the Triple Crown there are advantages and disadvantages. On any given year the Belmont Stakes could be the most important race to take place in all of horse racing. After a horse wins the Kentucky Derby, everyone is watching that horse at the Preakness. If that same horse manages to win the Preakness, excitement really starts to build in the sport. That leaves one race to win before that horse and jockey have won the elusive Triple Crown. This is why the Belmont Stakes can be so big. Everyone floods to the track to see the race when this sort of thing happens at Belmont."... (Click on the title link above to read the entire sports article about the Belmont Stakes horse race.) ...

History of the UCLA Bruins

2010-06-16T10:51:00.000-07:00

History of the UCLA Bruins: "The UCLA Bruins are one of the most successful franchises in the history of College Basketball. With the recent passing of coaching legend John Wooden, it is a wonderful time to look back on the successes of the university that he coached for.

The basketball program for the Bruins was established in 1920. Since 1920, the Bruins have become the most successful basketball program in the history of NCAA basketball. Much of this success can be contributed to the late, great John Wooden." ... (Click on title link above to read entire sports article on the UCLA Bruins.) ...

Mental Preparation for Competition

2010-06-11T11:42:00.000-07:00

Mental Preparation for Competition: "Every sport has a variety of pre-game rituals to prepare the athletes for competition. I attended a Professional Basketball game, and there was a consistent routine of drills that the players engaged in, such as stretching, passing drills, lay ups, foul shots and rotating jump shots. These rituals are carefully planned by the coaches with the purpose of warming up the bodies and minds of the players for competition. Unlike basketball, golf is basically an individual sport. The golf player needs to develop his or her own pre-game rituals to prepare for competition. What are the important pre-game rituals to prime up your mental game?" ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on how to prepare mentally to compete in your favorite sport.) ...

Which Snooker Cue?

2010-06-11T11:40:00.000-07:00

Which Snooker Cue?: "Choosing a snooker cue can be a difficult decision and because a cue should last many years it should be chosen wisely. The main differences between various snooker cues are the types of split, the weight, the length and the material type."... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the factors you should consider when selecting a snooker cue.) ...

Cheap NFL Jerseys

2010-06-11T11:39:00.000-07:00

Cheap NFL Jerseys: "Every NFL fan has a favorite player. Someone that they admire, look up to, and wish they could even be. Well, while your chances of being your favorite football player may be long gone, that doesn't mean that you can't dress like them and represent them everywhere you go. That is exactly why cheap NFL jerseys are perfect for the NFL football fan whether youth or adult. Nothing says fan like wearing somebody's clothing, know what I mean? So if you are looking for discount apparel and uniforms for your favorite player or team, you have come to the right place.

Let's take a look at some of the most popular official cheap NFL jerseys for sale at absolutely fantastic prices."... (Click on title link above to read entire article on NFL sportswear.) ...

MMA Profile: Mauricio Rua

2010-06-11T11:38:00.000-07:00

MMA Profile: Mauricio Rua: "Mauricio Rua is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who currently fights in the Ultimate Fight Championship. He is currently the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion and the number one ranked light heavyweight fighter in the world according to Sherdog.com. His nickname is “Shogun.”

Rua was born in Curitiba, Brazil. His father is a successful businessman and his mother was a former track athlete who still runs in marathons. His older brother Murilo was also a successful MMA fighter."... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the Maruicio Rua the current UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.)...

History of the Buffalo Sabres

2010-06-04T10:58:00.000-07:00

History of the Buffalo Sabres: "The Buffalo Sabres are a professional ice hockey team in the National Hockey League. They have been with the NHL since 1970. The Sabres, along with the Bills of the NFL, are beloved among western New Yorkers but both teams have been on the wrong end of many of the most devastating losses in sports history, causing many to believe in the Buffalo Sports Curse.

The Sabres, along with the Vancouver Canucks, began play in 1970. Given its northern location and proximity to Canada, Buffalo had become a hotbed for hockey and was a logical destination for a professional team. The first owners were Seymour Knox III and Northrup Knox." ... (Click on title link above to read the entire article on the history of the Bufalo Sabres of the NHL.) ...

History of the Philadelphia 76ers

2010-06-04T10:56:00.000-07:00

History of the Philadelphia 76ers: "The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team in the National Basketball Association. They have been with the league since 1949 (when they were the Syracuse Nationals) and many of basketball’s most well-known legends, such as Julius Erving, Moses Malone, and Wilt Chamberlain, played for the Sixers.

The team traces its lineage back to 1946 when Danny Biasone paid $5,000 to the National Basketball League to start a franchise in Syracuse. They were known as the Nationals back then. They were one of seven teams to merge with the NBA in 1949 and they played as the Syracuse Nationals until 1963 when the team was moved to Philadelphia and renamed the 76ers." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the history of the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association.) ...

History of the Toronto Blue Jays

2010-06-04T10:53:00.000-07:00

History of the Toronto Blue Jays: "Since joining the American League in 1977, the Toronto Blue Jays have established themselves as a formidable franchise by winning championships and by providing their fans with some of the most memorable moments in baseball history. They are the only team outside the US to win a World Series and are currently the only Canadian team in Major League Baseball.

The Blue Jays played in their first game on April 7, 1977, in front of 44,649 fans. A snowstorm began just before the start of the game, and Toronto ended up winning the snowy affair 9-5 behind two home runs from Doug Ault." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball.) ...

History of the Minnesota Vikings

2010-06-04T10:51:00.000-07:00

History of the Minnesota Vikings: "The Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League have one of the most interesting histories in all of sports. They have regularly been a winning team and have played in one of the league’s toughest divisions and have gained a large fan base along the way. However, they have not won a Super Bowl and last won an NFL Championship in 1969. As a result, their fan base is regarded as one of the most tortured fan bases in professional sports.

The seeds were planted for the Minnesota Vikings in 1959 when three Minneapolis businessmen were awarded a franchise in the new American Football League. Five months later, however, they forfeited AFL membership and were awarded the NFL’s 14th franchise with play to begin in 1961. They were officially named the Minnesota Vikings on September 27, 1960, partly to reflect the large number of Scandinavian Americans that lived in the area." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the history of the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League.) ...

MMA – Profile MMA fighter Rashad Evans

2010-06-04T10:46:00.000-07:00

MMA – Profile MMA fighter Rashad Evans: "Rashad Evans is one of the premier fighters in the Mixed Martial arts circuit of today. He is originally from Lansing, Michigan, and was born on September 25, 1979. Evans has had an interesting and fulfilling MMA career so far and looks to continue improving his record and his skills. He is currently a part of the Ultimate Fighting Championship where he has some notable wins against skilled opponents such as Forrest Griffin and Chuck Liddell. He is a former Light Heavyweight Champion but lost the title to Lyoto Machida in UFC 98. He is a part of Jackson's Submission Fighting gym and trains in Albuquerque, New Mexico." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on MMA fighter Rashad Evans.) ...

MMA Profile: Eddie Alvarez

2010-05-24T11:35:00.000-07:00

MMA Profile: Eddie Alvarez: "Eddie Alvarez is a famous mixed martial arts fighter. In the course of his career he has managed to climb towards the top. It all started for him in Kensington, Pennsylvania.

Eddie Alvarez was born on January 11, 1984 in Kensington, Pennsylvania. Having been born in the United States of America, Alvarez is American, but has descended from Puerto Rico and Spain. Eddie Alvarez has a number of popular nicknames used to describe him including “The Silent Assassin” and “American Knuckle Star.” The former of the two is mostly due to his striking prowess."... (Click on title link above to read the entire article about Martial Arts champion, Eddie Alvarez.) ...

MLB: St. Louis Cardinals History

2010-05-24T11:33:00.000-07:00

MLB: St. Louis Cardinals History: "The St. Louis Cardinals, a perennial contender in recent years in Major League Baseball, has roots that stretch far back into the history of professional baseball. These roots have provided them with a foundation to build on, paving the way for their success in Major League Baseball today.

The franchise initially began in 1882. They were not always known as the St. Louis Cardinals however. In their founding they were called the St. Louis Brown Stockings. This team managed to show success early and often. In their first decade as a team they already had done amazing things, such as winning 4 AA(American Association) pennants consecutively." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the St. Louis Cardinals of the National League of Major League Baseball.) ...

NHL: Calgary Flames History

2010-05-24T11:31:00.000-07:00

NHL: Calgary Flames History: "The Calgary Flames were founded in 1972. In their conception they were actually not named as the Calgary Flames at all. Their early years took place in Atlanta, Georgia. In their conception they were called the Atlanta Flamers.

The Atlanta Flamers stayed in Atlanta for 8 years. From early on the franchise managed to find a lot of success. In just 8 years the team managed to make the playoffs 6 times. This was incredible for an expansion team. Often times it takes a team several years to find any success at all in the NHL. For example, the Islanders, who were also an expansion team, managed to win only 31 games combined in their first two seasons in the NHL." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League.) ...

NFL: Detroit Lions History

2010-05-24T11:29:00.000-07:00

NFL: Detroit Lions History: "The Detroit Lions have been bad for years and have a lot of work to do in order to jump back from the mess that they have found themselves in. Not too far removed from the awful 0-16 season, the Lions didn’t fare much better in the 2009 season. The Lions were easily the worst team in the NFC North Division and one of the worst teams in the entire NFL. Only the 1-15 St. Louis Rams managed to finish with a worse record than the Detroit Lions in 2009. Ultimately, the Lions finished with a record of 2-14 on the season." ... (Click on title link above to read about the history of the Detroit Lions of the National Football League.) ...

NBA: Charlotte Bobcats History

2010-05-24T11:27:00.000-07:00

NBA: Charlotte Bobcats History: "The Charlotte Bobcats are a new addition to the National Basketball Association as of 2004. The Bobcats came to Charlotte after another fairly recent expansion team, the Charlotte Hornets, relocated to New Orleans.

The decision for the Hornets to relocate away from Charlotte was an interesting one in the minds of many. North Carolina is known for its love of basketball and many saw the state as a place that should have a basketball team.

The Bobcats have quickly seen success in the NBA. Despite the fact that they had to start with a clean slate, using an expansion draft to field a team, the Bobcats have already managed to make the playoffs. Their playoff run this year was largely led by someone that joined the team in its conception, Gerald Wallace." ... (Click on title link above to read about the Charlotte Bobcats of the National Basketball League.) ...

Tips on how to Acquire Snowboard Boots Online

2010-05-16T12:58:00.000-07:00

Tips on how to Acquire Snowboard Boots Online: "Tricked out boards and tech bindings get every one of the attention, but in reality your snowboard boots are probably the most important element of one's setup. Boots which have been too inflexible, as well soft, not warm enough, or simply plain don't fit proper will not only cause you to miserable, they will basically stop you from ride-on at your very best." ... (Click on title link above for tips on how to buy snowboarding boots online.) ...

2009 Preakness Stakes

2010-05-15T06:16:00.000-07:00

2009 Preakness Stakes: "The 2009 Preakness Stakes was the 134th running the historic race. It began at 6:19 p.m. ET on May 16, 2009, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Rachel Alexandra, a filly, took first place and became the first filly in 85 years to win the Preakness.

The race was a very exciting race in which favorite Rachel Alexandra had to hold off a late charge from Mine That Bird, winner of the Kentucky Derby two weeks earlier. She finished the 1 3/16 mile track in 1:55.08. As the morning line favorite (8-5), she became the first filly to win the Preakness as the favorite." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the 2009 Preakness Stakes one of the Triple Crown events of horse racing.) ...

History of the Cincinnati Reds

2010-05-15T06:13:00.000-07:00

History of the Cincinnati Reds: "The Cincinnati Reds began play in 1882 as a charter member of the American Association (AA). At the time, they were known as the Cincinnati Red Stockings. Since their formation, they have been up and down, winning six major league titles (one AA, five World Series) with an average of about 22 years between each title.

The Reds can trace the origin of their name back to baseball’s first professional franchise, the original Cincinnati Red Stockings. The Red Stockings were formed in 1866 as the first team fully encompassed of pros. When the best players moved to Boston, they took the name with them." ... (Click on the title link above to read a history of the Cincinnati Redlegs of the National League of Major League Baseball.) ...

Stunning scuba diving holidays in Andaman And Nicobar Isles

2010-04-29T09:15:00.000-07:00

Stunning scuba diving holidays in Andaman And Nicobar Isles: "Have you ever been India? I think that every person should visit India once in their lifetime. It is one of those mysterious locations in the world broad of unusual and myths and legends. If you need to catch one of these an exciting inspirational outings, plan a trip to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. They are situated off the west of India and extend to more than 800 km into the Bay of Bengal. It is one of those perfect hot and tropical dream places everybody agrees upon, with white sandy coast, green wooded areas, welcoming people, with such a pleasurable atmosphere awaiting for all." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on scuba diving in Andaman and Nicobar Isles in India.) ...

Review of the 2009 Kentucky Derby

2010-04-29T09:13:00.000-07:00

Review of the 2009 Kentucky Derby: "The 2009 Kentucky Derby was one of the most competitive races to happen in recent history. This was the 135th consecutive running of the race and it involved a $2 million purse. The Kentucky Derby was presented by Yum! Brands (Grade 1) and was held at Churchill Downs. It took place on Saturday, May 2, 2009 and the temperatures were cold and wet. The race was rated as sloppy because it rained the night before and a lack of hot temperatures left the race pretty wet for the start of the race." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article on the 2009 Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs.) ...

Phil Mickelson – A golfing Legend

2010-04-27T13:53:00.001-07:00

Phil Mickelson – A golfing Legend

Horse Racing - The Preakness Stakes

2010-04-27T13:53:00.000-07:00

Horse Racing - The Preakness Stakes

Major League Baseball Team - The Red Sox

2010-04-27T13:52:00.000-07:00

Major League Baseball Team - The Red Sox

NFL - New England Patriots history

2010-04-27T13:51:00.000-07:00

NFL - New England Patriots history

Excitement, Fun And Safety in Scuba Diving

2010-04-27T13:50:00.000-07:00

Excitement, Fun And Safety in Scuba Diving

Spring Trout Fishing in UK Reservoirs

2010-04-27T13:49:00.000-07:00

Spring Trout Fishing in UK Reservoirs

How To Choose Golf Clubs That Has Grip Suit You The Most

2006-12-07T12:48:00.000-08:00

How To Choose Golf Clubs That Has Grip Suit You The Most: "The most important factor that can affect to the quality of your play and affect to the distance of your shot and the accuracy is the size of grip. If you are a golfer who are looking for the set of golf club that has grip that most suit to your play, this article may be useful to you." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Historical Pro Basketball Players

2006-12-07T12:47:00.000-08:00

Historical Pro Basketball Players: "Ever since the first players sunk the first hoops back over a century ago, basketball has been one of America's number one sports, and pro basketball players have been making sports history.

American pro basketball history can be traced to a game played in 1896 at the YMCA in Trenton, New Jersey. This game was played as the result of a fallout dispute between members of the YMCA team and a YMCA official. The disillusioned players formed their own professional team and began to play for money.
Two years later, a group of New Jersey newspaper sports editors founded the National Basketball League (NBL). The stars of this first pro league were Barney Sedran and Ed Wachter."... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Simple Tips For Starting Competitive Bodybuilding

2006-12-07T12:44:00.000-08:00

Simple Tips For Starting Competitive Bodybuilding: "As a bodybuilder you should be aiming to enter into the competitive bodybuilding area and show off your body in a bodybuilding fitness competition, especially given the amount of time, effort and money you are putting into your training. Competitive bodybuilding fitness competitions take place all over the world and display some of the finest, athletic bodies on the planet." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Hiking Gear

2006-12-07T12:41:00.000-08:00

Hiking Gear: "Hiking without gear is like stepping up to the plate without a bat. Or hitting the links without clubs. When you take to the trails without hiking gear, you're simply tagging along while everyone is having all the fun.

You really can't hike properly without the right gear. Hiking gear combines all of the essentials you'll need to have a successful trek in the woods, and everything you'll need to have fun with all the other kids."... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Play Lacrosse Using the Right Equipment

2006-10-30T07:39:00.000-08:00

Play Lacrosse Using the Right Equipment: "The sport of Lacrosse is an exciting game that is more popular in Europe than in the United States. It is important to be aware that this fun game can cause serious injuries and prove to be quite dangerous at times. However, you can reduce the risk of injury by wearing the proper equipment, and enjoy the game thoroughly.

It is absolutely necessary to wear a helmet when you play Lacrosse because head injuries are quite common to the sport. You can imagine how serious the damage can be when the ball with an eight inch circumference, hit by the stick, lands straight on your head. The only way to protect your head is to wear the helmet with a simple chin strap that helps hold the helmet securely to the head. " ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Sprint Triathlon For The Tough Hearted

2006-10-30T07:38:00.000-08:00

Sprint Triathlon For The Tough Hearted: "Even the fittest and the toughest of the athletes do get some shares of pain during the triathlon race. Triathlon is simply a game of endurance. The only thing that one can do is to believe that somehow, he will be able to reach the finish line. One has to battle with distances, with fatigue and with lack of strength. And it is likely that at the end, he'll be having thoughts of quitting but his inner self will convince him that's its already too late to quit." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

How To Improve Your Golf Swing

2006-10-30T07:36:00.000-08:00

How To Improve Your Golf Swing: "Golf is one of the few games in the whole world where less is more. In other words, the lower you score, the better your chances of winning. As any seasoned golfer will tell you, the key to winning a golf game is all in the swing. As a rookie, the first fact you should know is that a better swing will make you a better golfer.

It is pertinent for a beginner to first learn the mechanics of a golf swing but it should be the very last thing on his mind when actually playing golf. To put it simply, a golfer swings from memory and not from conscious thought. As a matter of fact, the only time you should be paying attention to your swinging technique is when you are learning a new motion and are practicing it till you can convert it into a natural action." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Parachuting Is Fun

2006-10-30T07:34:00.000-08:00

Parachuting Is Fun: "What is the parachute? Nothing more than a thin, lightweight fabric, supported by tapes and suspension lines and attached to one's body by special strong shoulder and waist straps, called risers, once manufactured out of silk. However, the days when parachutes were made out of silk have long passed. During the Second World War the parachutes introduced were made out from more durable materials, like woven nylon fabric. Today's parachutes are made from a variety of long-lasting fabrics and materials, all selected to enhance performance and improve consistency over time; needless to say, something extremely important when one's life is at stake!" ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Coaching Sports Needs Hands On Training

2006-09-24T08:20:00.000-07:00

Coaching Sports Needs Hands On Training: "Since being a little girl, my daughter has always excelled in athletics. On the co-ed community baseball team, she was the first female to get to play on first base. Running track and field, she also competed in volleyball. With her history, it was no surprise that she decided after her first year in college to make coaching sports her career. Knowing she was naturally talented in sports, I felt her decision was a good one, but she had never worked with kids before which might present a problem." ... (Click on title link above to read entire coaching article) ...

Shooting The Perfect Free Throw

2006-09-24T08:19:00.000-07:00

Shooting The Perfect Free Throw: "The free throw is quite the important part of basketball, showing a basic level of finesse and skill in the player making the shot. Proper free throw shots can make or break a basketball game, and improving free throw percentage is a must for anyone who takes their basketball skills seriously. In this article, we'll address some of the features of good free throw shooting and help you to find your perfect shot." ... (Click on title link above to read entire basketball article) ...

How To Make Your Cheerleading Squad

2006-09-24T08:17:00.000-07:00

How To Make Your Cheerleading Squad: "Being on a cheerleading squad can be a fun and exciting experience, but making the team can be difficult. Many times talented girls are overlooked because they just aren’t prepared, but you can take some steps to get yourself noticed and give yourself a leg-up for getting on the team." ... (Click on title link above to read entire cheerleading article) ...

Golf Club Basics

2006-09-24T08:16:00.000-07:00

Golf Club Basics: " am going to teach you a few golf club basics. If you are new to the game of golf then you probably have no idea how many clubs or what type of clubs you need in order to play a round of golf much less the proper use for the various clubs that exist. This is a tutorial of sorts to help you learn a little bit about the clubs you will find in your bag." ... (Click on title link above to read entire golf article) ...

Three Good Reasons To Take Up Fishing

2006-09-24T08:15:00.000-07:00

Three Good Reasons To Take Up Fishing: "For the non-angler fishing can seem like a strange sport. It involves lots of waiting around on a river bank, possibly for whole days and nights, and the likelihood of getting cold and wet is very high. After all that, you may not even be rewarded for your patience and you might go home empty handed and disappointed. So why on earth would anyone be tempted to go fishing?" ... (Click on title link above to read entire fishing article) ...

Beginning Golf Instruction tips: Getting a feel for the approach shot

2006-04-05T12:43:00.000-07:00

Beginning Golf Instruction tips: Getting a feel for the approach shot: "After mastering the concept of the tee shot, the next step as a golf instruction beginner is to move on to the short game and what are known as approach shots.
For most people, these shots will be increasingly more difficult because they require more skill & patience than a simple tee shot.

There are a variety of approach shots, all of which are used in different situations depending on where your initial shot lands on the course. However, your intention with these shots is always to land on the green."... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Sparkling Treasure of the Bitterroot Range - A True Jewel in the Montana Mountains

2006-04-05T12:41:00.000-07:00

Sparkling Treasure of the Bitterroot Range - A True Jewel in the Montana Mountains: "The third time is usually a charm. So this third attempt to reach that jewel at the end of the trail just had to pan out. The Sweeney Peak Trail in the Montana Bitterroot Range heads for the sky high above Florence, Montana along the ridges below Sweeney Peak The lake - that sparkling blue jewel of Peterson Lake at the bottom of the canyon in the upper reaches of Sweeney Creek - had been an unattained goal through two previous attempts. I started with a fresh determination though, to reach that sparkling jewel this bright, sunny, August day, and return. " ...(Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

The Perfect Gift For A Sports Fanatic

2006-04-05T12:40:00.000-07:00

The Perfect Gift For A Sports Fanatic: "If you know a sports lover than you also know that they absolutely love any gift associated with their favorite team, sport or player. They probably have car flags and bumper stickers all over the car, desk and family room. It may be hard finding something they don't already have. Looking for the perfect can be just as easy as sitting down to watch the game." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

How To Train For A Marathon

2006-03-19T14:34:00.000-08:00

How To Train For A Marathon: "Training for a marathon is a process that takes a lot of time. To get yourself into peak condition for a long distance run, you will need to gradually ease your body into the kind of intense endurance challenge that a marathon provides. It is a good idea to set up a running plan at least a few months ahead of your chosen marathon event so that you can safely progress to the kinds of lengths and speeds you need to reach while staying safe and protecting your muscles from damage. " ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Extreme Sports: Are They Worth The Risk?

2006-03-19T14:32:00.000-08:00

Extreme Sports: Are They Worth The Risk?: "Extreme sports like street luging, skateboarding on rails and ramps, and snow boarding off nearly impossible jumps are hotter today than they have ever been before. The athletes who pursue these challenging activities often become as dedicated as Olympians and spend hours every day practicing and improving their technique in order to be able to enjoy the thrill that only making the perfect ollie or dropping a hill on a buttboard can bring. Extreme athletes often refer to the adrenaline rush of competing as being "amped," and many say that there is no other feeling in the world that is as satisfying. For most of these rough and tumble athletes, part of the appeal of extreme sports is the danger. " ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Softball Bat: What Is The Right Bat For You?

2006-03-19T14:30:00.000-08:00

Softball Bat: What Is The Right Bat For You?: "You can see them all around the Softball park, swinging their bats, hitting at imaginary targets and sometimes practicing at objects, improving their strength all the time. The force behind the swing of the batters can be tremendous. The truth is, it is not the strength behind the swing that only matters. It is also the kind of bat one uses." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Beach Volleyball: A Truly Versatile Game

2006-03-17T10:24:00.000-08:00

Beach Volleyball: A Truly Versatile Game: "Beach volleyball is a great impromptu game. Almost anywhere that there is sand and a net; groups of friends, acquaintances, and sometimes even strangers will gather for a few rounds of beach volleyball. A playful game of beach volleyball doesn't have to be too strenuous, so it is easy to have teams with people of all different ages and with mixed levels of fitness. This makes beach volleyball an ideal family game for a lively summer afternoon. ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Of course, beach volleyball can be also be a very strenuous game in a competitive setting. When serious athletes get together for a beach volleyball tournament, the ball flies through the air fast and viciously. "

How To Drive The Golf Ball Straighter And Longer With Golf Fitness Exercises

2006-03-17T10:21:00.000-08:00

How To Drive The Golf Ball Straighter And Longer With Golf Fitness Exercises: "This is probably a burning desire of most every golfer on the planet. The desire to drive the golf ball farther and straighter, allowing us to lower our golf scores on the golf course. One of the keys to driving golf the straighter and longer is a golf fitness program. This type of a training program incorporates exercises to improve your golf swing.

An amateur recently sent me an e-mail describing how he is driving the golf longer and straighter than ever before. He plainly states the reason for the improvement is directly connected to a golf fitness program he implemented 10 weeks ago.

Here is what he had to say;" ... (Click on article title above to read entire article) ...

Final Four History

2006-03-17T10:19:00.000-08:00

Final Four History: "The term "Final Four" is often used to describe the final four teams remaining in a sports playoff tournament. The term is most widely used in conjunction with the final four teams participating in the annual NCAA basketball tournament. In 1974, the first public random drawing for Final Four game tickets was held. In 1975, the official NCAA publication featured the term "Final Four" for the first time as a 32-team bracket was accepted under the terms that no conference could be represented by more than two teams. By 1981, the NCAA decided to register a trademark for the "Final Four" term with a first use stated to be in 1978. " ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

Bargain Golf Equipment � How To Find The Best Deals On All Your Favorite Golf Equipment

2006-03-07T14:18:00.000-08:00

Bargain Golf Equipment - How To Find The Best Deals On All Your Favorite Golf Equipment: "Everyone in this world loves a good bargain, and for golf equipment the song remains the same. The one thing to remember is that bargain doesn�t always have to mean cheap, used, or damaged. You can find some really good buys if you just spend a little time and research to find what you're after. Let's look closer at the different avenues to finding some great bargain golf equipment." ... (Click on title link above to read entire article) ...

How To Integrate Weight Training Properly Into Your Golf Exercise Program

2006-03-06T15:46:00.000-08:00

How To Integrate Weight Training Properly Into Your Golf Exercise Program: "Are you too confused about weight training for golf?

There are many opinions in the golf world on whether weight training is beneficial or counter-productive to the golf swing.

On the PGA Tour it is a well-known fact that the majority of professional golfers are implementing golf fitness exercises into their training regimen. The goal of such golf fitness exercises is to improve their play on the golf course.

First and foremost, as a professional strength and conditioning coach on the PGA Tour, I see the benefits of a golf specific exercise program are well documented." ...(Click on title link above to read entire article)...

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2006-02-15T00:10:00.000-08:00

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