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The Sports Archives – The History of Motocross Racing Infographic!

Racing motorcycles has been a popular obsession since the 1860s. Since then, it’s evolved into a billion dollar industry, famous for filling up arenas around the world. Today, the core of motocross is still all about the exhilaration and freedom … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – What Science Has Taught Us About Improving Your Golf Swing!

Watch enough ESPN, and you might begin to think that performance on the golf course is all about toting a bag full of name-brand golf clubs. While big name clubs often perform well, it’s actually the science behind the club—as … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Can Gracie Win The Gold?

An 18-year-old Chicago native is gearing up to become America’s new sweetheart at the Sochi Olympics. Figure skater Gracie Gold, an energetic blonde with blue eyes and signature red lipstick, took first place at the U.S. Championships in January and … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Real Madrid Goalkeeping Legends!

Over the past decade, many of us have become even more interested in Spanish football since Sky brought the games to our normal television viewing. During this time, two names have been synonymous with brilliant goalkeeping for La Liga. Barcelona … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – 10 Top Tips For Snowboarding Beginners!

Anyone who has seen the X Games knows how cool and exhilarating a sport snowboarding can be. However, before anyone can reach that level of skill, there are some essentials that every newbie needs to learn. Top 10 Tips for … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Olympics Watch 2014!

With the Olympics Opening Ceremony taking place on February 7, fans throughout the world will be tuning in to watch their favorite contenders compete for the gold medal. As usual, the Olympics promise to be an exciting sporting event where … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – A Brief History of Ice Hockey!

The name hockey is most likely derived from the word hoquet, a word in Middle French used for describing a shepherd’s stave, which had a curved or hooked end.  Throughout the ages, there have been many recordings of a game played with curved … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Sports and Injuries!

The benefits of playing sports are numerous. Improved cardiovascular health and team-building skills are just a few of the positives. However, the primary risk in playing sports is the potential for sports injuries. Head injuries and lower-body injuries are the … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Meet The U.S. Women’s Ice Skating Team!

With the Olympic opening ceremony just a few days away, fans throughout the world will soon have the chance to watch their favorite athletes compete. And, like in every Olympics, there will probably be a few unheard of athletes who … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – The Most Iconic Moments In the History of Sports!

Watching sporting events allows us to catch a glimpse into how humanity and athletic perfection can come together. Seeing the emotional response from athletes allows us to share in their accomplishment. Throughout the ages, there have been a number of … Continue reading

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