Tag Archives: sports performance

The Sports Archives – Netball: Part Net, Part Ball

Posted on August 7, 2016 by aemery97

How often do you get a sport which is “exactly what it says on the tin”? The truth is pretty often, given such examples as football, baseball, etc.…as well as netball! Netball is a competitive activity with roots dating back … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Canoeing vs. Kayaking

Posted on July 20, 2016 by aemery97

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

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 – Sport Hunting

Posted on June 27, 2016 by aemery97

Certainly not the least controversial sporting practice among humans, trophy hunting or hunting for sport is commonly defined as the stalking, trapping, and/or killing of wildlife by humans. It typically encompasses any predatory behaviors exhibited by humans towards wild animals … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Summer Heat: Keeping Cool and Safe

Posted on June 20, 2016 by aemery97

Summer is commonly marked as a season of outdoor fun, longer days, and a rise not only in recreational sporting activities, but temperatures as well! Humans are mammals, which means they regulate their own body temperatures pretty well, even in … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Strategy Driving Football Plays

Posted on June 19, 2016 by aemery97

Hectic, fast-paced, coarse…all words that could describe the flow of gameplay in American Football. There’s no denying the intensity behind this renowned sport, but a critical element of success that is easily and frequently overlooked is the logic and planning … 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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