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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

Playing Elbow Tag: How Time Flies in Traditional Sports

Ever wondered how time flies when you're having fun? This study took a deep dive into that question by looking at two versions of the old-school game, Elbow Tag. The game has a unique way of changing rules, where tweaking one rule in version 1 (V1) can completely change how players act in version 2

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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

A Coach's Stand: Transgender Athletes in Women's Sports

Meet Melissa Batie-Smoose, the former associate head coach of the San Jose State Spartans women’s volleyball team. She’s been making waves for standing up for what she believes in, even if it means putting her career on the line. Batie-Smoose was suspended after she filed a Title IX complaint agains

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Jayden Daniels’ Last-Minute Touchdown That Wasn’t

Jayden Daniels, the rookie quarterback for the Washington Commanders, has been making miracles happen on the field this season. But even his magic couldn’t save the game against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 12. With just 21 seconds left, the Commanders were down 27-20. Daniels managed to pull off an i

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Nov 25 2024EDUCATION

Boosting Supplement Safety: How Online Lessons Help Athletes

Are you a high school athlete who wants to stay safe and strong? Turns out, a simple online course can make a big difference in your knowledge about nutritional supplements. Researchers found that after a 2-week education program, sophomores were way better at finding and ordering third-party tested

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Pro Game Beginnings: Red Grange's First Football Encounter with the Chicago Bears

On November 26, 1925, an exciting chapter of sports history unfolded as legendary player Red Grange played his very first professional football game with the Chicago Bears. In a memorable clash against the Chicago Cardinals, Red Grange was restricted to just 36 yards, resulting in a 0-0 tie game. It

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Jimmie Johnson’s UK Break: From NASCAR to New Sports Adventures

After wrapping up his NASCAR career, seven-time Cup Series champ Jimmie Johnson decided to switch gears, literally. He and his family moved to the UK, leaving behind the racetrack. This wasn't just a casual trip; Johnson experienced a personal tragedy that led him to seek new horizons. He traded the

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Nov 25 2024BUSINESS

How Sports Arenas Up Their Game with Exclusive Experiences

Ever thought about how sports arenas are earning big bucks nowadays? It’s all about offering unique experiences and a variety of posh seats. Forget those old-fashioned luxury boxes—these days, fans can chill in private cabanas, get visits from team mascots, or even fly with the players! With fewer b

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Winter Sports Beyond Hockey: A World of Cold Fun

Winter is here, and while Canada is famous for hockey, there's a whole world of cold-weather sports to explore. Just think about the excitement of bobsleigh, where athletes fly down icy tracks at thrilling speeds. This isn't just a Canadian thing; people all over the globe enjoy these winter activit

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Nov 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Man of Many Hats: Remembering Larry Johnson

Larry Johnson was a jack of all trades. He was a sports cartoonist, a radio host, and even an ordained minister. But if you asked him, he'd say he really wanted to be a musician. He believed that talent gets you started, but passion is what keeps you going. Larry knew this firsthand, growing up with

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Younger Athletes and ACL Reconstruction: What Doctors Need to Know

When young athletes get injured, doctors have to be extra careful. One of the major injuries they deal with is a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). This is especially true for kids who are still growing. Research shows that these young athletes are more likely to have surgery failures if certain

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