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Know the Basic Cheerleading Terms
June 2, 2023
Arabesque: One leg is down straight and the other leg is behind you almost at a ninety degree angle to your back. Arch: A position in which the back is curved. Aerial: A cartwheel without hands touching the ground or floor. Sometimes called a walkover. Attack the Crowd: A technique used to whip the crowd up and get them involved in a […]
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How to Introduce Preschoolers to Soccer
June 2, 2023
When it comes to soccer, the obvious action is to get the ball into the goal, but the defense also plays a critical role in the game, if not now, but when the children get older. If you are looking to introduce your preschooler to the world of kids’ sports, soccer is a great game to […]
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How to Take a Penalty Kick
June 2, 2023
Aim for inside of the post but not too close to the post to give you some room to be a bit off target wide and still have the ball go in the side netting. Penalty Kick! Today we are learning how to take a penalty kick or also known as a PK.  There are […]
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Boxing Tactics for Beginners
June 2, 2023
The boxer’s tactics are aimed at making sure they outpunch and therefore outscore their opponent. Once boxers have established a good stance, nimble footwork and a few basic punches they should start thinking about developing tactics to outsmart their future opponents. Counter attacking boxing tactics There are four main punches used in boxing: the jab, […]
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Flag Football Drills
June 2, 2023
For young players it’s a good idea to use language that they can relate to. Explain to your team that a good defense is like a swarm of bees around a hive. As you get to know your team, choose drills that will address your team’s weaknesses (flag pulling, taking the right angle of pursuit, […]
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How to Kick Field Goals
June 2, 2023
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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Top 10 Tips for Starting Out in Archery
June 2, 2023
1. Find a good club with experienced coaches It is important to have the right person to assist you correctly from the beginning. Every club will have people who can teach you the elementary steps. There will also be some old master hands, who can take you further as you take the sport more seriously.   […]
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Beginner’s Guide to Springboard Diving
June 2, 2023
“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
June 2, 2023
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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Volleyball Drills and Routines for Middle Schoolers
June 2, 2023
Volleyball drills increase concentration, timing, speed, movement, anticipation level, communication skills and skills that are required for working as a team.  Most of the school-going kids enjoy playing volleyball. It is one of the most refreshing games and can be played by youths as the best overall physical exercise. Many kids have the flair of playing […]
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