Category Archives: Olympics

The Sports Archives – The True Story of the Jamaican Bobsled Team

A Beautiful Tale by Disney Now of course we all love Disney movies and quite honestly the movie about the Jamaican bobsled team is a beautiful tale to say the least, but in truth, the movie was what we might … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – 2016 Rio Olympics Part 3: Usain Bolt

The title “fastest man alive” is commonly issued as a substitutive nickname for The Flash, DC comics’ renowned superhero character. However, the title is also utilized as an alternative description of Usain Bolt, accredited Olympic athlete and professional sprinter! Bolt … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – 2016 Rio Olympics Part 2: Michael Phelps

He’s one of the most renowned Olympic athletes in North America as of 2016, and if you’ve paid any attention to the United States’ performance at Rio this past year, you probably know quite a bit about him already! Michael … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – 2016 Rio Olympics Part 1: Overview/Rankings

The official conclusion to the 2016 Summer Olympics (or, as it is more widely and popularly known, Rio 2016) has recently arrived, and participating nations are headed home with proud competitors, many of whom are celebrating proud victory at this … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Canoeing vs. Kayaking

The increased frequency of hot, humid days during summertime often drives both competitive and recreational sport enthusiasts closer to water. Various different types of water sport exist, providing diversity in how athletes can continue celebrating their favorite water-bound activities. Some … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Competitive Swimming

The seasonal heat that typically accompanies summer is sweeping the Northern Hemisphere, particularly regions close to the planet’s equator! In an effort to escape the scorching sun, many people will find themselves tucked away indoors with the air conditioning unit, … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Fencing: Dueling of the Modern Day

A sport that involves 2 competitors du king it out with specially-designed swords? You may find yourself asking, “What does any of this have to do with fences?” Ironically, the answer is “practically nothing!” Fencing as a sport has existed … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – “Eddie the Eagle” and Ski-jumping

Most people have a good understanding of skiing, but if you don’t, it is a sport, often recreational, that involves sliding across snow over hills and slopes with the assistance of “skis” – derived from the Norse expression “split piece … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – When Athletes Are Too Committed

Let’s just get this out the way: being too committed to your sport or working out is better than the alternative. You would rather be passionate about your fitness than not interested at all, which can cause plenty of health … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson to be key speaker at Wellbeing Symposium in Kent

Paralympic legend Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson will be the key speaker at a conference aimed at improving health and happiness at work it has recently been revealed. The former Olympic wheelchair racer, who is available for booking through celebrity talent agency … Continue reading

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