Sports & Recreations

Understanding Men’s Lacrosse: A Beginner’s Guide to the Sport

By Chris Robinson · 4 days ago

For athletes new to the sport, men’s lacrosse can be thought of as a blend of soccer, basketball, and hockey. It is a fast-paced stick-and-ball sport originating from a game played by Native American tribes ...

Fix the Schedule, Save the Season: Why Smart Leagues Start With Smart Calendars

By Angela Ash · 4 days ago

The thrill of a new season is palpable. Anticipation builds, rosters are set, and the promise of competitive drama hangs in the air. Don’t all fans know this feeling all too well? What they don’t ...

Welcome to the Big Leagues

By Janine Tucker · 6 days ago

Why is it that when you are faced with losing someone – the significance and impact they have made on your life becomes absolutely crystal clear? And all you want is just a little more ...

The Rules of Volleyball Explained: Basics & Common Misconceptions

By Lucy Grenda · 1 week ago

Developed in 1895 by American educator William G. Morgan, volleyball was created as an alternative to basketball. Designed to be played by businessmen, the sport was originally called ‘mintonette,’ which was later renamed to suit ...

Navigating Common Injuries in Women’s Lacrosse

By Maddie Martin · 1 week ago

Lacrosse, often hailed as the fastest sport on two feet, combines speed, skill, and agility to create an exhilarating game, especially in the women’s league. However, this intense physical demand exposes players to significant injury ...

Staying Charged: A Guide to Electrolyte Balance for Health and Exercise

By Stacey Simpson · 2 weeks ago

Electrolytes are more than just a buzzword tossed around by sports drink commercials; they are essential minerals that play crucial roles in the athlete’s body. These charged particles help transmit electrical impulses across cells, allowing ...

Understanding an ACL Tear

By Stacey Simpson · 2 weeks ago

The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is the most commonly torn of the four main ligaments of the knee. The other three being Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL), Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL), and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL). ...

The Art of Coaching: Cultivating Growth and Inspiration

By Janine Tucker · 3 weeks ago

When I look back on my 29 years of coaching the women’s lacrosse team at Johns Hopkins University – I can’t help but smile. That smile has less to do with the wins we were ...

15 Basketball Dribbling Games and Passing Drills for Better Ball Handling

By Pat Clatchey · 3 weeks ago

Dribbling games and passing drills are crucial for developing fundamental basketball skills like ball control, court awareness, and quick decision-making. My name is Pat Clatchey, and I’m the head varsity boys basketball coach at Mount ...

The Ultimate Leg Day Workout Routine: 10 Exercises for Stronger Legs

By Tim Bishop · 1 month ago

Leg day builds lower body strength, endurance, and balance. Whether you have access to minimal equipment or just your bodyweight, you can still achieve an effective leg workout. Below are 10 workouts to include in ...

Must Have Marathon Recovery Kits: What Every Runner Needs After Race Day

By David Baddeley · 1 week ago

Crossing the marathon finish line is an incredible accomplishment, but what happens next is just as important as the race itself. Recovery plays a pivotal role in performance, injury prevention, and long-term health. That’s where ...

Golf Bunker Shot Fundamentals: A Detailed Guide

By Parker Parsons · 1 month ago

Players should make it a priority to master proven bunker shot fundamentals and techniques to improve their game. One of the most challenging parts of golf is when you land in the bunker. However, if ...

3 Baseball Hitting Drills to Improve Your Swing

By Jonathan Schwind · 1 month ago

A baseball hitting drill is a structured exercise designed to enhance a players ability to improve their swing, create more optimal contact, and improve their overall hitting mechanics. These drills often focus on specific aspects ...

The Future of Coaching: Using Data and Analytics in Sports

By Maddie Martin · 1 month ago

In the fast-paced world of modern sports, data and analytics have become indispensable tools for coaches aiming to enhance team performance and make informed decisions. The integration of data-driven insights allows coaches to optimize training, ...

Baseball History

By Jack Boreham · 1 month ago

Sixty-five million people play baseball worldwide, with the popular American pastime ranking seventh in popularity internationally. It is estimated that baseball has around 500 million fans globally, concentrated in Japan, the United States, and South ...