Category Archives: Olympics

The Sports Archives – Ambush Marketing: Infamous Examples from Sports Events!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Major sporting events have always provided fertile ground for ambush marketing. In fact, it is widely accepted that the 1984 Olympics was the event where ambush marketing originated from. For those not familiar with the term, ambush marketing can be … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – 5 Fun iPhone Apps for Swimmers!

Posted on April 21, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Swimming is not only a fun pastime, but it can also be a competitive sport. If you are involved in swimming in any way – whether you are on the school swim team, a huge Olympics swim team fan, or … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Top Five Sporting Scandals!

Posted on April 12, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Holyfield-Tyson: Ear biting The two had been fighting dirty, with both parties complaining that the other had engaged in illegal moves and head butting. In the third round, Mike Tyson sank his teeth into Evander Holyfield’s ear and ripped out … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Is The London Olympic Stadium Effectively Built For One Million Visitors?

Posted on April 2, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Going For Gold It is a matter of great pride for any country and more so for the particular city to host the Olympics. Winning the bid to host the 2012 Olympics was indeed a great moment for the United … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Preparing to Run a Marathon

Posted on March 27, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Let’s face it, running a marathon isn’t something you suddenly jump out of bed and do one day, nor is it something that 99% of people could even contemplate doing. Running a marathon, be it a full or half marathon … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Alcohol and Athletics – How Much is Too Much?

Posted on March 22, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Alcohol and Athletics – How Much is Too Much? Alcohol and athletics.  Athletics and alcohol.  Strange bedfellows, but they have such a long history together that the association has become a social norm.  Many of us don’t feel meeting up … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Understanding The Skate

Posted on March 15, 2012 by thesportsarchives

In masculine company, it may be taboo to openly display an appreciation of figure skating. It seems to somehow dilute the level of testosterone that is supposed to be maintained at all times when such company is gathered. But this … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Olympics: The Greatest Show on Earth?

Posted on March 6, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The Olympics have been hailed as the ultimate amateur athletic competition, but is that really the case anymore? Many sports are now allowing professional athletes to compete. Is this a positive movement, or will it lead to the downfall of … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Why Playing Table Tennis is One of the Best Things You Can Do!

Posted on February 16, 2012 by thesportsarchives

If you watch professionals play table tennis, otherwise known as “Ping Pong”, you will see athletes running, jumping, sweating as they swing at what seems like an invisible object. This is because they are chasing a little white ball moving … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – California Sporting Events

Posted on February 11, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The State of California is the Mecca of sporting events. This state is the home to over 30 professional sports team and its large cities and fabulous sports arenas draw hundreds of major sporting events each year. If you are … Continue reading →

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