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- College Sports On The Internet - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteSports fans now have a more convenient way to watch sports and stay current with sports news. The Internet is providing sports enthusiasts with the means to stay informed and be entertained, in some cases, more than TV. There's no shortage of college sports in the United States. At any given ...
Views: 1018 - The Courtesy Stroke: How And Why To Master One Of Tennis' Most Crucial Skills - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from sunil stIn Tennis, as an introduction to mastering all ball placements and a variety of strokes, the courtesy stroke should be learned. This stroke is a forehand volley with a half swing, used to start the ball for a rally or to get it back to the opponent before service. It allows the player on the ...
Views: 616 - 2K08. Is It Y2K All Over Again? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Alan MartinOf course it's not, but you wouldn't necessarily know it if you follow the wonderful world of pro sports like I do. BUT, already during the early days of 2008 (2K08) I've noticed too many similarities to ignore. A chosen few are described in this article. The original subject matter entered my ...
Views: 1842 - The Giants Are Competing For Falcons’ Hall - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteNY Giants are offering Atlanta their 1st round pick in April’s draft for cornerback. Apparently, winning the Super Bowl wasn't enough for The New York Giants. According to the Newark Star-Ledger report, in exchange for DeAngelo Hall, Atlanta Falcons' cornerback, they're attempting to trade ...
Views: 659 - Fitness Professional's Workout - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Victoria JohnsonSo what does a real fitness professional's workout look like? As a Celebrity and Fitness Professional I get asked constantly what I eat, how often I work out, do I lift weights, and how do I find the time? I work hard to maintain in my present shape and I love every second of it. Nothing ...
Views: 841 - The 7 Laws Of Football Quarterbacking - by In all of my research, over a period of several years, the finest information I have ever read on quarterback leadership came from my friend Frank Carideo. The purpose of this information was to outline the process by which a quarterback was trained at Notre Dame, under Coach Knute Rockne. This ...
Views: 1154 - Are We Killing Or Curing Our Athletes? The Dwain Chambers Saga - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Emma JamesOk, an athlete is caught using illegal performance enhancing drugs and is banned for 2 years. His governing body has an official ruling that athletes who are found to have a positive drugs results from testing can return to athletics in 2 years and will not be permitted to qualify for or compete ...
Views: 1600 - Escape The UK This Winter For A Diving Holiday In The Sun - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Abbey VallanceLike me and many others in the UK you're probably growing weary with the cold windy days, dull grey and raining! Is the thought of escaping to somewhere with a much warmer climate and enjoying some quality scuba diving becoming very tempting? Well what are you waiting for? January to April is a ...
Views: 691 - Wetsuit Urination - Should I Pee Or Not? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Abbey VallanceIt's happened to all of us, you descend to 18 metres and suddenly you feel the urge. You can either try and hold it, ruin the dive for everyone else, who won't be too pleased to learn the dive they have been preparing for all morning ended for a toilet stop, or pee in your wetsuit! In reality, ...
Views: 1126 - What Lies Beyond The Goal... - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from Matthew GreenIt goes without saying that a lot of the people I work with have put in the necessary time and effort to reach peak physical condition. What I find, however, is a rather haphazard approach to the other side of the coin, the non-physical stuff – the mental pictures, goals, beliefs and ...
Views: 889 - Basic Volleyball Rules, Second Referee Responsibilities - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Dennis JacksonThe second referee, also known as the R2, has many officiating responsibilities. Learning and mastering these basic volleyball rules and techniques will help your volleyball matches move along better. Prematch duties The second referee is in charge of the game ball. The second referee ...
Views: 8683 - The Internet Sports Betting - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Bradley BurnsGambling world always has been watched as a vicious sport or hobby by people really don’t understand the way it works, most recently it starts to grow for the newest internet online bettings which are one of the favorites for the easy way to play it. The ones who practice, enjoy, and ...
Views: 978 - The New Horses Betting Odds - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Bradley BurnsThe amazing world of horses and races now evolve as much other sports, hobbies and games. This famous sport is called by different ways as online horse racing, online racebook or online horse betting; no matter the way people call it, everybody understand and love this famous horse sport or ...
Views: 871 - The Mental Side Of Golf - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Richard WrightI recently read a short story about Jack Nicklaus. He misses a short putt, and then a fan says to him, "Sorry you missed that one Jack." So then Jack says, "I didn't miss the putt. It just didn't go in." What I believe he was trying to say, was that how in his mind he made the putt, because he ...
Views: 715 - Winning Tips I Use And Win - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2013 from JON DONMI play for Entertainment only, but there is a challenge to playing and being able to deposit $50, or $25, then get longevity in play for the small amount I deposit. I also have my own Rule set in place for playing, and that is to CASH OUT when i get ahead, have it sent to my Neteller, then it ...
Views: 820 - How To Improve Your Basketball Skills - Mindset And Attitude - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Michael LeeImproving your basketball skills depends on your own will to become better. It takes determination and patience in order to become a better player. As you learn how to improve your basketball skills, you should possess the following mindset and attitude in order to be successful at it. First of ...
Views: 909 - New Zealand Walking Adventure - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Tim AlpeNew Zealand is blessed with outstanding landscapes and breathtaking wilderness which can blow one's mind away. Tramping in Kiwi speak is normally called walking, hiking or trekking in other parts of the world. Tramping is the best way to drink in Aotearoa's natural beauty. New Zealand's diverse ...
Views: 1774 - Superbowl Betting - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Antonio LeMaireIf you are looking for a Superbowl betting line then looking online is one of your best bets. There are free, easy to use and ready Superbowl betting lines available on the Internet in a wide variety of places. You are already looking in the right place for Superbowl betting lines. Before ...
Views: 1088 - Beaches And Water Sports In San Juan, Puerto Rico - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Kristien WilkinsonWhat is there to do when you are on a Caribbean island and practically surrounded by beaches? If you're a perfectly rational human being, then the ideal answer would be to throw off those shoes and go crazy in the water. In San Juan, Puerto Rico, there's so much room for beach adventures. For ...
Views: 1028 - Better Golf Swing - The Secret To A Longer Golf Swing - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Dean CaporellaThere's an assumption that players who hit straighter in golf have a better golf swing. Maybe they do but keeping the ball on a straight line is not very difficult to achieve at all. Many new players seem hell bent on clubbing the ball to death and trying to smack it as far as they can down the ...
Views: 813 - Sports Wagering Description - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Bradley BurnsSports wagering is something really famous and complicated to understand. A lot of people think is just spend money in hobbies, or pretend to be professional, but to can really understand this, anybody first have to know some essential parts of this amazing hobby. The sports banking is an ...
Views: 893 - Hey Weekend Warriors! - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Martin MenardPlay Hard, Play Smart For so many of us, participating in recreational hockey is an important part of a well-balanced Canadian lifestyle, and a life-long pursuit for that breakaway goal, or game-winning save! But engaging in sporadic vigorous exercise of this type without proper preparation can ...
Views: 631 - Volleyball Rules For Contacting The Ball - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Dennis JacksonKnowing the rules for playing the ball can make a big difference to your team’s success. It can be a very frustrating experience having your players constantly called for mishandling the ball. Coaching can be stressful enough without having to also worry about the officiating. There are ...
Views: 1357 - The Best Gear For Ice Fishing. - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Justin LockThe right gear can mean success or failure while ice fishing. To have a successful ice fishing trip you are going to need to pack the right gear as well as bring along the right friends. There are several ways to have fun out there in the cold and on the ice but the best way is to bring along ...
Views: 2345 - Online Poker Players Information - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Bradley BurnsFirst, thank you to be interested in the amazing game of poker, I know a lot of people use this communication way to attract customers to false sites, that’s why create this kind of commentaries about safe places were anybody can enjoy my favorite game. This time I’d like to offer a ...
Views: 1006 - Improve Your Golf Back Swing With A Basketball - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Kris RuiterI ran a golf school in my home town for a number of years. It was a small town of about 4000 people, with larger towns surrounding ours. One of the major roads that led to my town went right past the driving range. There were many people who would drive by and see me with a player, or a group ...
Views: 1435 - Football Action At Your Fingertips - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Me VladI came across a blog today while trying to find football highlights, and let me just start of by saying this is one of the most updated blogs I've seen. They take the time to post up all of the main football highlights, and also do live text commentary and live streams. The blog has been going ...
Views: 809 - 10 Points To Check Before Buying A Motorcycle - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Timothy RudonBuying a new or used motorcycle is serious business. It needs thought and careful selection. A motorbike is sacred to many and just a vehicle to some. However no motorcycle buyer should be without a check list that will help him or her make a great selection. 10 musts before paying for a ...
Views: 1391 - 'Boys Will Be Boys' - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Father Dave'Boys will be Boys' (or 'why men love to Fight') I had twenty-five boys at the fight club tonight - twenty-five boys and one girl, and she certainly did stand out. It’s amazing how starkly obvious the gender differences are in a ring environment. In the general flow of life in an ...
Views: 994 - A New Online Poker Alternative Starts - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Bradley BurnsYou Poker Online have been maddened to give a virtual space for each person who wants to be part of an online poker community. As well, is a main point to can find gambling contacts to the different objectives people is looking for. This is new alternative is the favorite of the people is ...
Views: 1153 - Airsoft Gear - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from Bob SchmuckUnlike paintball gear, which can be costly, airsoft gun gear is either moderately expensive or just doesn’t exist. There is small attraction to get in over your head with airsoft gun gear costs! Face protection The primary gear airsoft players will need is protective gear. Of course, ...
Views: 1326 - Volleyball Drills - 5 Tips To Designing Better Drills For Practice - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Dennis Jackson1. Design Volleyball Drills for Appropriate Time of Season Coaches should create an outline for their practices before the volleyball season starts. It’s important to have created a practice plan several months before the season that has guidelines for what the team needs to accomplish. These ...
Views: 1765 - The Physics of - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from chris diciccoEven though NASCAR started as a backwoods illegal race to run moonshine, it has today evolved into a sport that is not only entertaining but depends on physics too. The obvious element in the physics of NASCAR is the aerodynamic design required by these cars in order to achieve top speeds of ...
Views: 623 - Ways For Athletes To Play With Respect - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksDo you play sports or have the desire to do so? Do you want to play with respect while not losing your desire to win? There are many things you must do to display good sportsmanship and play with respect. Do not perform acts that show up the opposition such as touchdown dances and homerun ...
Views: 635 - About UK Online Bingo Loyalty Schemes - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2007 from Joe LeeOnline bingo is one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the UK today, and many online bingo sites offer incentives to attract players to their memberships. In fact an online bingo site that does not offer incentives to their players is not going to last very long because of the amount ...
Views: 867 - Motorcycle History For Children - Fun Facts For Motorcycle - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Michael BennettMotorcycle coloring kid, teach other coloring pages kids about motorcycle history. Every motorbike coloring kid needs a coloring buddy. You are the coloring buddy. Let's roll... Motorcycle coloring boy, the first motorcycle sold was a Hildebrand and Wolfmuller motorcycle. This was in 1894 ...
Views: 6976 - Four Common Sports Parenting Challenges - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Patrick CohnI’m a youth soccer coach and sports mom/stepmom to four young athletes aged 8 to 19. Our kids dance, skate, ski, run cross-country, and play soccer, lacrosse, football and basketball. As a sports parent, I’ve dealt with sports kids who: 1. Are stars in practice but choke up during competition ...
Views: 1743 - How To Hide Your Lack Of Casino Texas Holdem Playing Experience - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2007 from Ellie SchneiderIn texas holdem poker the term Fish is used to describe the weakest and least experienced player at the table. You never ever want to be the fish. It is commonly said that if you look around the table and you can not see the fish you are in his seat. The best way to avoid being the fish is to ...
Views: 1029 - Billets de Hockey - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Timothy SymondsNous sommes une billeterie specialisée dans les billets hockey. Nous avons des billets pour tous les machs de la LNH, ainsi que les parties internationales de hockey sur glace, les jeux olympiques d'hiver de Vancouver 2010. Les billets de hockey les plus populaire sont ceux des Canadiens de ...
Views: 1817 - Land Based Poker And Events - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2007 from Bradley BurnsIn this new age of online poker, many players forget or don’t know what its like to play in a live, land-based poker event. Many casinos offer poker play all day in cash games, and in bigger venues even live poker tournaments. Playing live poker is very different from online poker, and ...
Views: 1304 - Golf Mind Play: The Gremlin Inside Of Your Head - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2007 from Tracy TresidderIs negative thinking causing you to lose confidence in your game? Since the brain controls the body’s actions, we can assume that positive thinking produces positive results. Unfortunately, positive thinking is not always easy to come by, especially in a society where self-deprecation is ...
Views: 1627 - Golf Mind Play: Playing in the Present - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2007 from Tracy TresidderHow can you eliminate those distracting thoughts that keep popping up in your mind? Achieving an optimal mental state of clarity before each shot involves removing all thoughts of the past and future and focusing on the present task. By clearing the mind of distractions that are unrelated to ...
Views: 2146 - 5 Ways To Improve Girls Basketball Shooting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2007 from Patosha JefferyDo you seem to not be able to make a jump shot on a consistent basis? Does the ball seem to go to the left or the right and not into the basket? Well you need to find your BEEF.. BEEF is what you need to correct your basketball shooting technique. Balance -- Make sure you are standing in a ...
Views: 2303 - Olympic Games: Ushering Peace, Prosperity and Sportsmanship - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from james LarryThe Olympic games has so for lived up to its expectation of spreading peace, prosperity and bringing all the continents of the world together. The founder of the modern Olympic games had initiated the Olympic movement with these intentions. And thankfully, each of the Olympic games has come up ...
Views: 2645 - Volleyball Defense - 5 Great Tips for Reading the Hitter - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2007 from Dennis JacksonTo play great defense you need the ability to read the opponents attack and position yourself ready to dig or move to play the ball. Good defensive positioning heavily depends on the placement of the set ball and the formation of the team block. Here are 5 volleyball tips for making great ...
Views: 9267 - Golf Mind Play: When Over-thinking Becomes a Hazard - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2007 from Tracy TresidderWhat makes golf appear so easy when it really is quite challenging? There are few games where you actually hit a stationary ball. Beginners often assume that golf must be an easy game because a carefully contrived formula is used when teeing off, using irons, chipping or putting, as opposed to ...
Views: 2887 - 5 Easy Ways To Improving Your Golf Swing - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Dean CaporellaGolf is a game of memory. To do anything in life well means getting proficient at it. Here's the secret to improving your golf swing - practice it! Techniques are fine and important when swinging your golf club but unless you get it right from the start, you'll struggle to make any impression ...
Views: 748 - Ice Fishing Is A Fun Time. - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Justin LockThat’s not frost bite, its my toes having a great time. Now you may not think that ice fishing is a great way to relax because you are outside and exposed to the freezing cold elements. But you have to be a person who enjoys just relaxing and kicking back with a few beers, a few buddies, and no ...
Views: 1322 - How Girls Basketball Players Can Improve Their Game - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Patosha JefferySome girls basketball players are satisfied with being an average player or just being on the team. While the top players, are not. They enjoy the attention, the competition, the leadership role and responsibility. It is quite easy to turn your game around and become a top player. The question ...
Views: 1261 - The Wonder Of Baseball Card Collecting - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from Alesandra Gibson GibsonBaseball card collecting has been a part of American culture since the 1800s and it not only is a great hobby but many people turn a good profit also. With so many various cards out there and so many great players there is still plenty of money to be made collecting baseball cards. The secret ...
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