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The Rules of Soccer: Offsides Explained 

February 27, 2024

It's known as the most confusing rule in soccer, but what does it mean when the referee calls offside? 

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Learning a New Sport?

View our guides for beginners and learn the basics of some of the world's most popular sports.

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Terms to Know

Interested in learning more about a particular Olympic sport before you watch the Games in Tokyo? Build your basic knowledge with some terms to know.

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US Lacrosse First Stick Program: 22,000 Kids and Counting  

November 09, 2018

Organizations that receive a Team Grant are required to be part of the US Lacrosse Member Program and will receive complimentary US Lacrosse membership for up to two adult coaches and up to 20 youth or high school players. 

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Primer to the Premier League 

August 04, 2022

Many consider the Premier League to be the best soccer league in the world. Find out more about the league and its rules 

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Folkstyle, Freestyle and Greco-Roman Explained 

October 25, 2016

There are three primary wrestling styles: Freestyle, Greco-Roman and Folkstyle (Collegiate). While all are different in their own right, all have many of the same basic characteristics 

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Ever Wonder: Why Are There So Few Left-Handed QBs? 

May 09, 2023

Tony Dungy examines why there are so few left-handed quarterbacks in the NFL. Some of the reasons may surprise you. 
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Foy the Love of PE 

June 02, 2023

Patrick Foy is an elementary physical education teacher that's spicing up at-home workouts for his students 

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Defensive Stance Philosophy 

June 02, 2023

It's vital that before you even make a play on the ball, you set your stance 
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Catching 

May 09, 2023

Before you can shoot, you need to be able to catch. 
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Sport Guide: Behind Basketball 

June 10, 2021

Five athletes play this fast-paced, high-scoring game on each team, usually including two guards, two forwards and a centre. 
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Sport Guide: Beach Volleyball Explained 

January 01, 2021

Teams consist of two players who play over best of three sets. Types of shots include an ace, a bump pass, a dig, a spike, a dink and block. 
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Boxing: Terms to Know 

March 29, 2021

Boxing 101: Terms to Know 

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New to Water Polo? 

September 03, 2021

A basic guide to help learn about the sport of water polo. 

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Tennis 101: Serving  

June 26, 2017

Here, we’ll look at the basics of scoring and playing the sport for a lifetime, with a few helpful tips that you may want to know before you take to the court. 

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The beginner's guide to canoeing: Basic strokes for paddling folks and everything you need to get started 

June 02, 2023

You too, can canoe! Here's how to embark on this great Canadian tradition. 

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Volleyball Overhand Serving Drills for Beginners 

June 02, 2023
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Ways to Play: Baseball 

June 02, 2023

With a little research you should be able to find a baseball program that fits your child’s interest level. 

How to Do a Relay Dive 

June 02, 2023
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