The Sports Archives – 5 Craziest Antics By Baseball Managers!

Posted on June 26, 2013 by thesportsarchives

MLB Rockies at Braves: Tim Hudson Pitches 1-0 Shutout

Welcome, sports fans! To paraphrase the old hockey or boxing joke,” I went to a baseball game last night and a slap-stick comedy routine broke out”. You never quite know what to expect from the personalities that manage our national pastime.

Phil Wellman

There are several sports tirades that need to be retired as classics. One is Indiana’s Bobby Knight throwing a chair across the basketball court. Another is the unforgettable spectacle of Mississippi Braves minor league manager Phil Wellman covering home plate with dirt and pulling both second and third bases out of the ground and hurling them into the outfield. In the second act of the show, look for Wellman’s remarkable performance as a guerrilla commando as he throws the repurposed resin bag at the umpire as if it is a grenade. This is truly a classic and classless baseball moment.

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The Sports Archives – A Short List Of Some Of The Most Popular Female Athletes!

Posted on June 24, 2013 by thesportsarchives

Female athletes are inspirational to people all over the world because they work hard to achieve everything that they accomplish. Though the sporting world is often dominated by men, female athletes now have a firm hold on the industry and have become some of the highest paid athletes on the planet while inspiring millions of young girls to follow in their footsteps. From swimming and tennis to golf and softball, every sport has a list of female athletes that dominate the field. To learn about some of these incredible women, read on.

Yani Tseng

Yani TsengYani Tseng is a 23-year-old woman from Taiwan who has really made a name for herself in the sport of golf. As of 2013, she has won a total of five majors and is well on her way to accomplishing even more in the near future. She has also been named Player of the Year for 2012, and has received endorsement deals from both Taiwan Mobile and Acer, so she will be enjoying more money with that fame as well.

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The Sports Archives – Taking A Closer Look At The History Of Jiu Jitsu!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by thesportsarchives

jiu jitsu Today, Jiu Jitsu is known as one of the world’s most popular styles of martial arts. Unlike other styles of martial arts where speed and power are the key components for success, Jiu Jitsu relies on a more controlled, methodical approach. During a match, you’ll need to closely watch your opponent to anticipate their next move. When the timing is just right, you can then use a submission move to control your opponent and force them to tap out. But this highly popular style of martial arts didn’t just appear overnight. There’s a long, rich history behind Jiu Jitsu that tells the story of how it came to be.

First and foremost, it’s important to note that much of the history behind Jiu Jitsu is covered in speculation. Historians and martial arts experts still argue over the details and people responsible for creating the sport. With that said, Jui Jitsu is commonly believed to be one of the oldest forms of martial arts, dating back as far as 4,000 years when peaceful monks living in northern India practiced the art.

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The Sports Archives – The Most Popular Summer Olympic Sports!

Posted on June 20, 2013 by thesportsarchives

Olympic SwimmingThe Summer Olympics is a global event that happens just once every four years. Like the Winter Olympics, this tournament between the best athletes from every nation is looked forward to and enjoyed by millions of people who are cheering on their country’s athletes in hopes of winning as many gold medals as possible.

And, as with the Winter Olympics, there are certain sporting events that occur during the Summer Olympics that are far more popular than others. Read on to learn more about what these particular sports are and to see if you agree that these are, indeed, the most exciting and the most captivating of all of the Summer Olympic competitions.

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The Sports Archives – LASIK In Baseball!

Posted on June 19, 2013 by thesportsarchives

You might’ve heard your friends and relatives talking about LASIK, but it’s now a popular procedure amongst athletes. Since LASIK is an eye surgery that is usually done on patients with poor vision, it only seems natural that everyone from your co-workers to your favorite sports icons are willing to undergo the procedure.

If you’re not already familiar with LASIK, it is a surgery that is aimed at correcting one’s eye vision through the use of a laser to reshape the inner cornea. A lot of sports personalities have embraced the surgery over the recent years and although it has been proved to play a role in stimulating the performance of the players, it has evidently been proven to improve one’s eyesight thereby enabling them to perform better. The surgery has especially been beneficial for professional baseball players all of whom have responded positively to the treatment.

Baseball Players And LASIK Surgery

Greg MadduxOne of the most notable professional baseball players who has greatly benefitted from LASIK surgery is Greg Maddux, whose had an illustrious career with the Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves, and most recently, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Greg Maddux, or “Mad Dog” as he’s often referred to, had been for a long while experiencing poor vision. He eventually decided to undergo LASIK. His operation was on a Monday and he was already back on the field on a Wednesday. On the same day, he was able to pitch a one-hitter despite having only had 0-3 six starts during the entire season. Since the surgery, he has further been able to win 9 out of 10 games.

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The Sports Archives – When Teammate Rivalry In Formula One Goes Too Far!

Posted on June 18, 2013 by thesportsarchives

Formula One RacingAmong many things of note during the current Formula One season, in-team fighting and unrest has perhaps been the most prominent.

Ayrton Senna once said: “Being a racing driver means you are racing with other people, and if you no longer go for a gap that exists, you are no longer a racing driver.”

It is a quote often used as an afterthought to the sometimes bullish, win-at-all-costs attitude of drivers. In a discipline like Formula One, every driver is one at the top of their craft and the field comprises of 20-or-so of the best single-seater drivers in the world.

As you move up the teams in a field of winners, that intensity gets higher and higher. There have been times throughout the sport’s great history when teammates have clashed in spectacular fashion.

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The Sports Archives – How To Become A BMXer!

Posted on June 17, 2013 by thesportsarchives

Whether you’re looking into a something that can keep you feeling fit, or you want to learn a new hobby, BMX riding is one of the most versatile skills to pick up. That being said it can be pretty difficult for a beginner to know where to start and what to be aware of when getting started. Your first point of consideration before you do anything is to consider what kind of BMX rider do you want to become? – Is landing tricks the biggest appeal of BMX riding for you? Do you think you’re better suited to the racing aspect?

On Yer Bike, Mate

BMX Rider

You won’t get anywhere without a basic BMX to get started on, so if you’re serious about delving into this world you’ll first need one that’s reliable and has all the features you require in a bike. If you’re not confident of this lifestyle choice, then you may want to consider getting a default bike so that you can see if this lifestyle is something for you. Whilst you don’t need a designer one, you should still watch out for ones that are too cheap as they tend to be put together incorrectly.

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The Sports Archives – Top 5 Louisville Slugger Baseball Bats!

Posted on June 14, 2013 by thesportsarchives
Louisville Slugger

Louisville Slugger – Start to Finish.

Since the late 1800s, Louisville Slugger has been a household name and after 120 years, Louisville Slugger is still going strong. Baseball is still a popular sport and legends like Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Nolan Ryan, and Cal Ripken Jr., swinging those Louisville Sluggers keep the popularity where it is.

Bud Hillerich crafted the very first Louisville Slugger for Pete Browning. That was 120 years ago. By 1923, Louisville Slugger was selling more baseball bats than any other maker in the industry. Today, Louisville Slugger has sold more than 100, 000, 000 baseball bats.

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The Sports Archives – Pool: The Sport Of Kings And Laymen!

Posted on June 13, 2013 by thesportsarchives

1674 Billiard TableThe game of pool, and its many influential variants, has been around for over five hundred years. Over the course of this time pool has evolved to become one of the world’s most popular sports and a game that is played widely in bars, clubs and by men, women and people of all ages.

One of the reasons for the success of pool is down to its sheer simplicity. The rules of the game can easily be mastered and explained to a five-year-old. In addition to this simplicity, pool happens to be one of the cheapest and most accessible games of sport that it is possible to install in your home, with tables starting from as little as £200.

Easy to Play, Difficult to Master

Moreover, the game of pool is not only a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages; it is also a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all levels of capability. Masters of the game, for example, pride themselves on their manipulation of the cue ball and their ability to position it perfectly so as to set up the next shot, whilst novices enjoy the sense of fun and sociability that comes with playing the game with friends.

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The Sports Archives – 3 Of The Most Exciting And Dangerous Corners In Motorsports!

Posted on June 11, 2013 by thesportsarchives

The number one reason why people are drawn to motorsports is the thrill and excitement that it offers. Driving on a racetrack isn’t just about going fast; it’s about harnessing your skills, overcoming fear and pushing the limits. Even as a spectator, you cannot deny that the sight of cars engaged in wheel-to-wheel racing through the corners gets your pulse racing. Generally, the better the racetrack the more exciting the racing is. A track or circuit usually becomes a favourite for drivers and fans thanks to excellent corners; these corners often combine an element of high-speed and danger. Here are 3 of the most exciting and dangerous corners in motorsports.

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