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Words of Advice from Soccer Parents
October 9, 2018
We asked parents what they wish they had known about soccer from the get-go—and coaches shared their tips, too.
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The Penalty Kick Rules Revealed
October 8, 2018
You can see the penalty kick as a form of direct free kick which means that a goal may be scored directly from it. If no goal is scored the game continues on as usual.
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Gymnastics Tips: Six Moves for Beginners
October 5, 2018
Starting from a tall stance, the cartwheel begins with one foot positioned in front of the other. The gymnast begins by reaching down with both hands and placing them side-by-side next to the front leg. If you’re a seasoned gymnast looking to instruct beginners for the first time, your job may seem a bit daunting. […]
How to Do a Relay Dive
October 4, 2018
Since each swimmer is a different speed, the one-stroke suggestion might not apply. It’s simply a good ballpark for when to start bringing your arms back. Practice the relay dive over and over, and see what’s right for you. Whether it’s your first time on a relay or you’re a veteran, you’re probably aware of the […]
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How to Kick Field Goals
September 30, 2018
The bottom line was that ‘control’ became key in soccer-style kicking. Field goal kickers were much better able to ‘feel’ the ball on the foot when using the instep rather than the toe. It seems like there is a “how to” website for just about anything one could possibly want to learn these days, including how […]
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Boxing Tatics for Beginners
September 5, 2018
A large part of a fight may be won by simply avoiding your opponent’s punches and tiring him out.
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Beginner’s Guide to Springboard Diving
August 27, 2018
“Falling with style!”  That is what diving is all about, according to the popular movie Toy Story. Diving as a fun sport gained popularity in the 17th century in Europe. Today, people learn to dive either for the adventure and also to take part in competitions. It is a major Olympic sport and quite popular in many countries. […]
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Basic American Football Rules
August 27, 2018
To a newcomer, American football can look overly complex. However, the fundamentals of the game are easy to understand and follow. Here is our guide to the basic rules of the game, including the flow of play and the methods of scoring. It should equip you with enough information to enable you to enjoy watching […]
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Introduction to Baseball
August 24, 2018
Brush up on all you need to know with our quick introduction to baseball, a sport that returns the Olympics for the Tokyo Games in 2020. A GUIDE TO BASEBALL EQUIPMENT There are three basic pieces of equipment required to play baseball: The baseball bat, the ball and the fielder’s glove or ‘mitt’. However, should you […]
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Six Steps for Kids to Learn Soccer
August 15, 2018
Getting a few friends together to play pickup soccer in a loose, fun environment is a great way to learn soccer. It won’t be super competitive. This way everyone can have fun, and kids will slowly learn how to play together. So, you want to learn how to play soccer and be really good at […]
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