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Aspiring Fighter Lindsay Harrison Shows Strength on “16 and Pregnant”
by Wombat Sports
posted April 12, 2012 at 5:02pm

Courtesy MTV.com Many female cage fighters have children; some even single moms. MTV decided to spotlight one that has to deal with all of it in her teens. Reno Combat’s Lindsay Harrison is working her way toward her first MMA fight while raisin...more

Kerri Walsh Announces Pampers Partnership Prior to London 2012 Olympic Games
by Pretty Tough
posted April 11, 2012 at 10:00am

Consumer goods manufacturer Procter & Gamble recently announced its sponsorship of 28 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These world class athletes, part of the company’s global campaign that i...more

Top 4 Rules for Selecting a Girls Hockey Team for Your Child
by Total Female Hockey Club
posted March 18, 2012 at 4:28pm

When it comes to deciding where you should play next season, the most critical factor is coaching.   Sure, many girls hockey players want to play with their friends, they want to have fun, and the logistics of getting to and from practices and games ...more

Athletes Giving Back!
by BAWSI Drea
posted March 12, 2012 at 11:58pm

Santa Clara University Cross Country athletes give back to their community by teaching adaptive sports to children with disabilities....more

Meggan Franks reflects on her win and PR at Rock n Roll New Orleans Marathon
by Meggan's Running Blog
posted March 7, 2012 at 11:29pm

Results: Marathon in 2:49:06* for 1st! + bathroom break after the half-way point (36 seconds from door to road) So 2:48:30 without it?? I’ve heard there are no potty break conversions in the marathon. :( Splits: Houston, Maddy and I h...more

A little playground help: Why can’t girls and boys play together?
by Fair Game News
posted March 4, 2012 at 5:42pm

By Katie Culver Have you been to recess lately? It just so happens that I have. Recently, I volunteered for recess duty at my son’s school. (He’s in first grade.) There is plenty to say about recess – including that at many schools th...more

When Is a Good Age to Get Your Kids in Sports?
by CPS8910
posted February 28, 2012 at 4:11pm

When Is a Good Age to Get Your Kids in Sports? Recently I was talking to a friend of mine who has a 2 year old daughter.  She was telling me that she had to hurry and get her daughter registered for a soccer team.  I kind of laughed and said...more

The feminist fable and soft essentialism
by Title IX Blog
posted February 27, 2012 at 10:53pm

The Title IX Blog is a huge fan of Dr. Michael Messner. Messner is the type of academic I certainly strive to emulate. His work is impressive and thought-provoking, practical and accessible. And in the June 2011 issue of the Sociology of Sport Journal Me...more

Joanna Hayes: What my first race in 3.5 years was like - like nothing I've ever experienced!
by JHayes
posted February 21, 2012 at 5:52pm

So, it's been just over a week since I ran my first track meet in 3 1/2 years! I figured now is a good time to tell you all about it since I've had some time to let it all sink in....more

Why is unequal playing time the norm in youth sport?
by One Sport Voice
posted February 21, 2012 at 2:49am

I have written previously about my thoughts on playing time, click here to read them. When I tell coaches and parents that I believe all youth sports should have equal playing up until age 12, regardless of competitive level, it is not a popular idea. Es...more

Healthy Eating With Kids Using MyPlate!
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted February 17, 2012 at 1:37am

Yesterday, I was fortunate enough to be a part of Panera Bread’s Wellness Day for Fort Foote Elementary School! Fort Foote Elementary School’s mascot is the Bear and suitably, their motto is “Believing in Education and Reaching...more

3 Pieces Of Advice for Female Athletes Once Their Playing Days Are Over
by Coach Dawn Writes
posted February 15, 2012 at 6:07pm

source Our female student-athletes hear lots of doom and gloom stories about what their professional careers will look like after graduation.  Whether it’s the glass ceiling or balancing career and family, they are understandably nervous as th...more

Joanna Hayes: I was made to move. The 2004 Olympic Champ toes the line tonight after a 3 year hiatus
by JHayes
posted February 11, 2012 at 3:38pm

Lying here this morning in my hotel bed asking myself, "Am I crazy?" I don't respond because I’m not really sure.  All I know is that I'm bona fide nervous because after 3 years and 5 months without a race, I am on the start list for th...more

Team Sports and Team Parents
by CPS8910
posted January 30, 2012 at 7:40pm

Have you ever noticed that when team sports need parents to help with team things like fundraising, working in a concession stand, it is always the same parents?  How do some people have the volunteer spirit alive in their hearts, and other turn th...more

Tips for Keeping Your Athlete Healthy This Winter
by Sports Girls Play
posted January 26, 2012 at 12:10am

Once the winter months hit and cold and flu season are at their peak, how to you keep your athletes healthy and ready to play? The truth is no level of vigilance and preparation will guarantee your child will not get sick two days before the championship ...more

The Real “Value Meal” Sitting Down to Eat With Family
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted January 21, 2012 at 2:59am

Fox News Debate: Fast Food Delivery Vs. The Family Meal Fast food is so pervasive in our society. Many times, it’s more accessible than a grocery store with fresh produce. Family mealtimes are becoming a thing of the past, due to time-poor duel wor...more

Golf: 9 year old Karah Sanford wins easily in Girls 11-14 division at Carlton Oaks
by anngaff
posted January 17, 2012 at 6:56pm

Karah Sanford, left, shot rounds of 77-74--151 and crushed the rest of the field in the Girls 11-14 division at Carlton Oaks and came within a shot of the Girls overall winner Okamura. Sanford’s opening round gave her a 17-shot cushion that she wou...more

The End of an Era: When a Child Abandons a Sport
by Sports Girls Play
posted January 17, 2012 at 4:58pm

This is a guest post by Laura Amann My days of gymnastics are over. So are my long hours at the gym. My nervousness and anxiety. It’s all in the past. No more ponytails woven with ribbons, no more glitter spray, no more bleacher analysis. My daught...more

Can A Visit to the Chiropractor Benefit Athletes?
by CPS8910
posted January 13, 2012 at 3:31am

Can Chiropractic Benefit Athletes? Recently, we spoke to Dr. Vincent Loparco who is a Chiropractor and who has treated many athletes over the years.  He gives us some  facts to think about regarding chiropractic care. Dr. Loparco states that...more

Athletes and Eating, Start the New Year Off Right
by CPS8910
posted January 13, 2012 at 3:29am

How many of you really look at the labels of the food your are eating?  It isn’t enough to just eyeball the package!  Here is a simple tool to help you know WHAT to look for on the food labels.  We all need to fuel up, learn what a...more

Ski Like a Girl
by RunLikeAGirl
posted January 11, 2012 at 7:23pm

The new girls ski program at Vail thanks to Lindsey Vonn...more

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