What is the purpose of the sweepers in the sport of curling? What does the sweeping accomplish? This article identifies three of the reasons for sweeping, and shows how sweeping is critical to the success of a curling team.
Words: 429 Downloads: 0 Category: Sports By: Greg HansonCurling can be a confusing sport for beginners to understand. This article explains how teams score the points needed to win the game.
Words: 501 Downloads: 0 Category: Sports By: Greg HansonAs the January transfer window came to a close in the Barclay´s Premier League, two of the league´s biggest clubs were at the center of a dramatic transfer move. Liverpool FC sold star striker Fernando Torres to rivals Chelsea FC for a British record transfer fee. Immediately the move was criticized by the media and fans of both clubs, but was the criticism justified?
Words: 963 Downloads: 0 Category: Football By: Matthew McCabeAs many adults come back to cycling as a form of transport, it´s vital for them to ensure that they understand basic aspects of bicycle roadworthiness. This 580-word article looks at the basic checks any cyclist can, and should, make before setting off on their bike.
Words: 586 Downloads: 0 Category: Cycling By: PeejayThe Boston Red Sox are one of the most storied franchises in sports. Many superstars have entertained fans at Fenway Park for the last hundred years. Yet, the championship banners did not hang in Fenway until 2004, when superstars and role players alike gelled together to form a working team. Jed Lowrie, an injury-plagued, young infielder is at a crossroads in his career. The 2011 season could offer Lowrie the opportunity to become a star, a heady role player...or a bust.
Words: 909 Downloads: 0 Category: Baseball By: jegrantThe 2010-2011 Boston Celtics are ready to make a run at their league record 18th championship. Their roster consists of four first ballot Hall of Famers and talented, younger players who contribute to the excellent chemistry of the team. Back in Celtics green this year is Delonte West, a former draft pick of the team. West exemplifies the style of play that legendary Celtics coach, Red Auerbach, instilled in the team during its founding years. Now West has returned to Boston with championship aspirations.
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