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Ape index compares an individual's arm span relative to their height. MMA fighters with a higher ape index have numerous advantages in their weight class.

A brief tutorial on how to stop someone from armbarring you from inside their guard, and some nifty counters.

Since coming onto the main roster scene in the WWE, Carmella has shown the entire WWE Universe just how entertaining of a performer she really is. This article talks about how special of a superstar that the moon-walkin', trash-talkin', dance-breakin' Princess of Staten Island truly has been!

The modern era of Major League Baseball began with 8 teams in the National League in 1900 and 8 in the American League in 1901. For 60 years, the Major Leagues were comprised of those 16 original teams, with only a handful of franchise relocations. Beginning in 1961, baseball expanded with new teams, additional franchise moves, and divisional reconfigurations. There are currently 30 teams with 3 divisions in each league. Is more expansion or franchise relocation on the way?

A look at some of the key factors which helped Arsenal crush their North London rivals at the Emirates Stadium on 2nd December, 2018

Many great female tennis players have graced the courts over the years. Ever wonder who the best of the best is? Here is my list of the top 10 female tennis players of all-time.

A lot of great tennis players have come and gone over the years. Ever wonder who is considered the greatest of all time? Here is my list of the top ten greatest men's tennis players of all time.

A brief tutorial on "shin on shin" guard and related entries.

Here is a comprehensive list of cool, clever, and funny team names for every imaginable sport or league. Steal one for your team or use these as inspiration to come up with a unique name of your own.

This article examines the issues surrounding the question: Should boxing be banned? and looks at the arguments for and against that are used by people.

A brief tutorial on how to flatten and control your partner while passing the half guard, utilizing the crossface.

From once Funkadactyl to now being called one of the most athletic superstars on the entire WWE roster, Naomi has certainly pulled out all the stops during her awesome career. Here are the reasons why we all now Feel The Glow!

Baseball has declined in popularity and that will have a long lasting effect on the culture at large. Years from now a young child will ask, "Grandpa, what was baseball?"

These NBA players had the odds stacked against them considering that their parents were shorter than 5'10". However, they grew tall which helped propel their careers to great heights.

Most deserving of Hall of Fame Induction: Brian Mitchell

A brief tutorial on several "rolling loop choke" variations.