Tag Archives: sports history

The Sports Archives – Competitive Swimming

Posted on June 30, 2016 by aemery97

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

Posted on June 28, 2016 by aemery97

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 – Baseball Team Roles

Posted on June 1, 2016 by aemery97

1 batter. 9 defenders. This has been, is, and will likely continue to be the standard in baseball. Like many sports, baseball is a game where possession of the ball is critical, and on a field so large, maximum coverage … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Headgear of Sports

Posted on May 28, 2016 by aemery97

What is the most important part of athletes’ bodies? Is it their arms? Their legs? Does it vary depending on the focus and parameter of the respective sport? No! The most important part of any athlete (and any person, for … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – A Brief History of the Baltimore Orioles

Posted on May 25, 2016 by aemery97

Orange and black has taken to the field! No, it is not the sporty mascot of Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes, Tony the Tiger. It is none other than Baltimore’s resident Major-League Baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles! Yet, despite its name and … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – A Star-Spangled Tradition

Posted on May 3, 2016 by aemery97

Few musical compositions capture the spirit and pride of the United States of America as neatly as the country’s national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Performed and listened to by millions of people in countless occasions and circumstances, “The Star-Spangled Banner” … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Athlete’s Foot: Stigma of the Toes!

Posted on March 29, 2016 by aemery97

Have you recently noticed an itchy or burning rash developing on the bottom of your foot or around your toes? Watch out: you may have contracted a skin infection commonly known as athlete’s foot! Though generally mild in severity, athlete’s … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – College Sports: the 3 Largest U.S. Universities

Posted on March 22, 2016 by aemery97

There is truly no end to the coverage, action and excitement among professional sporting leagues across America, and college sports, arguably the secondary tier of sports entertainment, do not trail too far behind! Still, as much as enthusiastic spectators enjoy … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 28, 2016 by aemery97

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 – Retirement in Professional Sports

Posted on February 26, 2016 by aemery97

In November of last year, David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox publically announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2016 season. A renowned left-handed batter known infamously for his power-hitting abilities, Big Papi has indeed come … Continue reading →

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