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The Sports Archives – The Top 5 Football Movies in the Past 20 Years!

Posted on December 8, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The Top 5 Football Movies in the Past 20 Years Baseball might be America’s pastime, but football is its passion.  There’s just something about those crisp fall Sundays paired some chicken wings, cold beers, buddies, and the game that make … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Rookie Runners: Opportunity for Giants’ David Wilson!

Posted on December 7, 2012 by thesportsarchives

There were three running backs picked in the first round of the 2012 draft. Tampa Bay’s Doug Martin (drafted 31st out of Boise State) is already a star (though he still has to deal with being nicknamed Muscle Hamster). Martin … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Who’s Tough Enough For Tough Mudder?

Posted on December 6, 2012 by thesportsarchives

There are many arduous sporting challenges and activities out there but Tough Mudder certainly provides a unique battle to complete.  When the winter time is getting into full flow in the UK one of the toughest assault courses around comes … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The History And Basics Of Wheelchair Basketball

Posted on December 5, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The History And Basics Of Wheelchair Basketball With the popularity of this year’s Paralympic Games, we think it’s time to take a closer look at one of the most watchable sports: wheelchair basketball. Developed by American World War II veterans, … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Benefits of Belly Dancing!

Posted on December 4, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Belly dancing might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you consider taking up exercise, but it is certainly worth consideration. Belly dancing is a dance that originated in the Middle East, and generally conjures up images … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives History Lesson – The Business of Sport – Fred Perry

Posted on December 3, 2012 by thesportsarchives

It is strange to look back at the life of a tennis legend and consider that his greatest achievement may actually have come in the business arena not on the Tennis Court. Fred Perry won an incredible 10 tennis grand … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – How Much Does It Cost To Train An Olympic Athlete?

Posted on December 1, 2012 by thesportsarchives

For a select few world-class athletes, 2012 was the year when they realized their full potential, and stood on the podium with an Olympic gold medal around the neck. At that specific moment, they may well have contemplated how the … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – UEFA Champions League Matchday 5 best-playing teams!

Posted on November 30, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The fifth round of Champions League matches in 2012 was not full of good news as far as English and Scottish teams were concerned. One of the biggest pieces of news was surely the 3-0 defeat of defending champions Chelsea … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Giving the Gift of Fandom!

Posted on November 29, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Giving the Gift of Fandom this Holiday! Fandom, or the act of supporting one’s team, is rarely something that can be given. Fathers can pass along the love of a sport to his kids, respect of a university is often … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – NFL Champions’ Secret to Success!

Posted on November 28, 2012 by thesportsarchives

At the NFL level, everyone has talent and athletic ability but to rise above and be successful takes a little bit more. Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots know what it takes to be NFL champions.  They’ve won three … Continue reading →

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