You might think that athletes do better when they focus on where they want to go, like a far target. But a study had college students throw a medicine ball while switching their focus between near and far targets. Surprisingly, focusing on the far target didn't make much difference. Instead, when th
Juan Soto, the superstar outfielder, is not just about the money in his free agency talks. He's been meeting with big clubs like the Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, New York Yankees, and even the World Series champs, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Each of these meetings involves top brass, from owners to m
The college football season is in full swing, and the playoff picture is taking shape. With a new 12-team format, the latest rankings reveal who’s in the race and what's at stake. Teams like Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas are leading the pack, each with their own stories to tell. But remember, these
Golf star Lexi Thompson, at 29, is deciding to step back from full-time golf after the 2024 Solheim Cup. She's had a rollercoaster career, with eight LPGA wins and heartbreaking losses, like the 2021 U. S. Women’s Open. The media and fans have been a mixed bag for her. While fans cheer her on, the m
In a recent study, scientists explored whether smartphone apps can accurately measure how fast a barbell moves during powerlifting exercises. They compared three apps - Qwik VBT, Metric VBT, and MyLift - against a commercial device called RepOne. Twenty experienced powerlifters tried out these tools
Ever wondered what happens when a team hits a rough patch? Well, LSU Tigers are in the middle of one, having lost three games straight! Sports experts Michael Cauble from 104. 5 ESPN, Matt Moscona, and Shea Dixon from On3 are sitting down to talk about LSU's recent road loss to the Florida Gators. C
When we think about cities with big sports scenes, places like Los Angeles, Boston, and New York typically come to mind. But what about smaller cities? WalletHub decided to find out which cities are the best for sports fans across the nation. They looked at various sports like football, basketball,
Keegan Murray, born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a rising star in the NBA. He's known for his skills on the court, but what about his background? Keegan, along with his twin Kris, comes from a close-knit family with deep roots in basketball. Their father, Kenyon, was a standout player himsel
Have you ever wondered what happens to the body when you hold your breath for a really long time? A study looked into this by observing a world champion breath-hold diver. This diver can hold their breath for over seven minutes! When we hold our breath, our body goes through two phases: easy-going a
This offseason, Juan Soto is the biggest name in baseball. Teams are lining up to sign the superstar slugger, with the Yankees leading the charge. Owner Hal Steinbrenner, along with GM Brian Cashman and manager Aaron Boone, is in California trying to convince Soto to join the team. But it won't be e
