Team Sports

Baseball is “America’s pastime.” Wooden and concrete ballparks and stadiums add to the sport’s rich heritage. Take a look back at the homes of your favorite teams!

The New York Giants had long played second fiddle to their crosstown rivals, but in 1951, their manager made a decision that put them in the history books once more.

I’m sure you’ve heard the juvenile taunt, “You throw like a girl!”. But is this valid? Evidence indicates that differences in throwing technique are due to social factors rather than physical ones.

Only 16 pitchers have ever won the NL pitching Triple Crown, leading the league in wins, ERA, and strikeouts. The winners include some of the best pitchers in MLB history, including 10 Hall of Famers.

By any measure, the 1974 series was just as exciting as those before it. The games had everything: home runs, a suicide squeeze, pick offs, plays at the plates, and controversy.

Top 10 Best Football Managers In The World - A video and stats compilation of the best managers in world football. Includes Jose Mourinho and Louis Van Gaal.

When tryouts are close, anxiety levels rise and kids around the country head out to earn their spot. Here's some tips on how to lower the stress, and increase your chances of looking good!

American football is one of the world’s most watched sport. Understanding the basic rules, regulations and scoring of football makes this popular sport more enjoyable and exciting.

Teach young children ball security and how to dribble a basketball ball using our 3-step instructional approach and animated video learning.

English football clubs commemorate their famous players with statues. We have picked the top ten images and include historical descriptions, the name of the sculptor and the date it was unveiled.

When trying to get rid of the smell in hockey equipment, use vinegar in the washing maching, followed by fabric softener. To remove the stench for a longer period, try the Sports-O-Zone sanitizing system.

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?"

I list each team in the NFC West's worst free agency bust.

Wendell Carter Jr. dominated summer league. Check out why he will continue this solid play along with some great highlights here! Also player comparisons and coach testimonies.

Find out the basics about hockey. Learn about hockey penalties, the penalty box and hockey fights. Discover useful hockey lingo for any occasion.

This hub will take a look at some of the best and most entertaining UEFA Champions League finals to have been contested since the competition was re-named in 1992.

Draft day 1986. The Boston Celtics select Len Bias Growing up in a generation removed from the John F. Kennedy assasination, I have had only a few," I will always remember where I was" moments in my life. I vaguely remember John Lennon's murder in...

Top 10 Most Hated Football Players--A video compilation of current players who tarnish the reputation of the game, including John Terry, Ronaldo, the English Premier League, and Spanish La Liga.

After signing your child up for T-Ball or Coach Pitch, you may be wondering what kind of equipment your beginning ball player will need. Here is a helpful list to ensure a successful first ball season for your child.

There are a lot of good NBA players but many had the potential to be even greater if injuries had not robbed them of time on the court and their physical gifts. Here are 5 of the most prominent.

Catcher Ray Fosse became famous as the target of one of the hardest slides in Major League history during the 1970 All Star Game. It changed his life.

Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler requests a trade to Los Angeles Clippers, New York Knicks, or Brooklyn Nets. Details, inside the Timberwolves locker room and explanation of Butler's plan.

Mo'ne Davis made little league history. She is the first African-American girl to play in the Little League World Series, pitch a shutout, and be on the cover of a major sports magazine.

It is time for baseball to add some new teams to the mix. Just how many and where is the question.

The Bambino would probably not have the title of the King of Strikeouts if he were playing in the current era.

I list each team in the NFC East's worst free agency bust.

Ten items of interest from the legendary life of Hall of Fame baseball player Ted Williams.

Michael Jordan is widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time. Through the years, people have been looking for the next Michael Jordan.

This hub discusses the most important characteristics of high quality quarterbacks in the NFL. Develop these quarterback qualities and you will have a shot at a career in the NFL.

1984 Dunbar Poets (from left to right) Darryl Wood, Reggie Lewis, Reggie Williams, Tim Dawson, Jerry White. (Center) Muggsy Bouges Driving through East Baltimore, amid the despair of antiquated housing projects and the imposing dungeon like...

A look at the most lopsided trades in NBA history.

NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame State Rankings List; state by state list of hall of famers; hall of fame state by state rank; what state has the most pro football hall of famers

I loved watching all of these players play the game. They are all obvious cheaters though. The steroid use of these guys was something a blind man could see.

What do all those letters and numbers in a baseball box score stand for? Knowing how to read a professional box score will keep you in the game.

Dallas Cowboys are on top of the pile. Then there are some European football clubs.

Baseball is America's pastime, and hitting a round ball with a round bat is extremely difficult. Hitting a round ball with a round bat when the ball is travelling 100 miles per hour is harder still.

A simple guide to the rules of basketball with illustrations and videos for beginning players. This guide will explain the most commonly violated rules on offense.

What sets the EPL apart from other European leagues? Is it the money, the T.V. coverage, the players? Or could it simply be the quality of football played? This article will set you thinking.

When buying ice hockey equipment for the youth player, make sure to get properly sized equipment for optimal performance and protection. There are many ice hockey items that can be purchased used to save money. Use our Hockey Equipment Checklist to determine when to buy new or used equipment.

In 2018, Miguel Andujar of the New York Yankees enjoyed one of the greatest rookie seasons ever, tying the AL rookie record for doubles. But he didn’t just have a great rookie season – Andujar was among the best of all players in the Major Leagues in 2018.

Everything you need to know about NFL football positions on offense and defense, explained with charts and diagrams as well as detailed lists of each player’s duties and responsibilities.

Jackie Mitchell was a professional female baseball player who pitched for the Chattanooga Lookouts. At the age of 17, she struck out Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig consecutively in a 1931 exhibition game.

I rank the top 10 secondaries in NFL history. I'll take into account the talent of the individuals, how they played as a unit, and championships won.

I examine some of the best players to ever step up to the plate.

I rank the top 10 wide receivers not in the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Most deserving of Hall of Fame Induction: Brian Mitchell

Here's a list of all the equipment you need to start playing baseball, on a team or not!

Who gets the most red cards? A list of stats and videos of the football players with the worst red card rates in the history of the Premier League.

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.

Top 10 running backs all time; statistical ranking; statistical analysis; NFL

Passing is an important part of basketball. Several problems often exist with young passers' technique. This How They Play Hubpage provides video on how to teach young children to pass a basketball.

This page tells the story of the New Zealand Rugby Haka - one of the great sporting spectacles, anticipated with trepidation by opposition teams, yet loved by fans of the game from all nations

Only 14 players have ever won baseball's batting Triple Crown, leading the league in batting average, home runs, and runs batted in. All 11 20th century winners are in the Hall of Fame. In 2012, Miguel Cabrera joined the exclusive Triple Crown club.

Many parents would like to coach their child's sports teams, but most don't know all that's involved. Here are some tips to make coaching youth sports enriching and fun!

Learn the key differences between the 4-3 and 3-4 defenses in football and find out which is better in certain situations. There are pros and cons to both defenses, and their effectiveness depends as much on the talent on the field as it does the coach.

This article provides a list of the 17 worst players for the Los Angeles Dodgers during the age of free agency. A short biography is provided for each notoriously bad player.

Several tips from a coach on how to make the team at your next volleyball tryout.

This article will help you teach your rookie little leaguer how to pitch. Beginners instructions, rules, and tips for getting your little league ballplayer off on the right foot.

We take a look at some NBA players with huge hands relative to their height. Being tall does not guarantee big hands. Players like Shaq do not have impressive hand sizes considering their height.

An excellent general manager and coaching staff, player development, and excellent fans are some reasons for the Green Bay Packers' success. I will detail five key reasons for their recent success.

No two Major League Baseball parks are the same. In fact, some have some rather unique features.

Would you like to know how many Major League Baseball players have had Tommy John surgery? If you do, please read this article and find out.

In 1962, their first season, the New York Mets managed to lose more baseball games than any other team in the 20th century. But fans flocked to the "amazin'" team, even though nobody could play the game.

Coaching a team? Playing in a recreation league and looking for tips? Here are the various offensive options.

Top 10 Best Goalkeepers Of All Time - Stats and videos to showcase the talents of Buffon, Zoff, Kahn, and others. Common goalkeeping skills are discussed.

I preview the upcoming season for the Cleveland Browns. I talk about their previous season, their draft picks, and what to expect this season.

When running a 6-2 offense in volleyball, the formations you can use in serve receive can be confusing. This article will highlight the basic formations used by coaches.

I list each team in the AFC North's best free agency signing

This article will go in depth over the statistics, opponents, accolades, and overall greatness of two of the greatest players in history to determine who is the GOAT!

Shooting is an important part of basketball. Several problems often exist with young shooters' technique. This How They Play Hubpage provides video on how to teach young children to shoot a basketball

When the Dodgers met the Yankees in the World Series, everyone was expecting a clash of titans. The results shocked the baseball world.

How do you answer the question of who is the greatest NBA player. For me it is based on the players I've seen play. I believe that there are a lot of players to choose from, for my money its Jordan.

Controversial plays are part of every World Series. In Game 3 of the 1975 World Series, a bunt took center stage.

Commentary on why I feel LeBron James legacy will never be equal to that of Michael Jordan's.

Learn how to play girl's lacrosse! Learn about the equipment, players, field markings and basic rules of girl's lacrosse!

Celtic and Rangers are collectively known as the Old Firm, and not only are they most successful football clubs in Scotland, they also contest one of the fiercest football rivalries in the world.

Brooklyn Dodgers’ Carl Furillo is considered one of the greatest outfielders of his day. But false accusations and reporters’ misrepresentations dogged him throughout his career.

Hitting is an important part of baseball. Several common problems exist with young hitters' technique. This How They Play Hubpage provides video on how to teach y0ung children to hit a baseball.

NBA players make mistakes like the rest of us. But there are times when things go too far. Here are 5 of the most despicable acts committed by NBA players.

Learn about the laws and setup of cricket.

Ice hockey skates have special padding for protection and feature special construction for quick stops and starts. The beginning player needs a good, solid skate, but they don’t have the appreciation for specialty skate construction and elaborate bells and whistles. Regardless of the price or brand, the best ice hockey skate for the beginning player is the one that offers the most protection and has the best fit for your child’s feet.

Despite having a stellar college career, Tim Tebow found hard times as a professional football player.

From April through October, it’s baseball season! The announcers can make it confusing but whether you’re new to the game or an "old pro," baseball is a language we can all speak fluently.

Learn the positions in soccer, where these players usually are on the field, and what they do.

Table of NFL players to have 1,000 yards in a season on the fewest catches/receptions with statistical and background analysis.

An article to give coaches some good options in kicking off their practices in a high energy and positive way.

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?

Fielding is an important part of baseball. Several problems often exist with young fielders' technique. This How They Play Hubpage describes how to teach young children to field a baseball.

Recently, in USA Volleyball Magazine, there was an article titled 'Ace in the hole - winning with one dominant player.' This article will play devil's advocate to that premise.

This article suggests a list of the 15 greatest players for the Los Angeles Dodgers and only includes retired players. The compilation includes a short biography for each player.

A list of the top ten largest cricket grounds in India. Includes photos and information like capacity size and opening year.

If you're planning on making a run at your high school's varsity baseball team, here are some tips to improve your chances.

Volleyball in the U.S. is growing in popularity. This article will highlight the positives of adding a men's program.

Michael Jordan stats, accolades, and achievements that portray his career accurately. Quick read, all numbers and no opinion, strictly objective.

Top 10 Underrated Football Players Of All Time - Many talented football players have graced the beautiful game, yet they escape the memories of today's fans.

Hitting is an important part of baseball. Several common problems exist with young hitters' technique. This How They Play Hubpage provides video on how to teach y0ung children to hit a baseball.

Men were not the only ones to play professional baseball in the early years of the sport. A women's league was started during World War II to keep the sport going while the boys were away.

The NHL started in 1917. It had never had a black player. Things changed in 1958 when Canadian Willie O'Ree played a game for the Boston Bruins. He was called professional hockey's Jackie Robinson. He played from 1955 to 1979.

This article will look at some of the most famous and prestigious football (soccer) derbies which take place across some of the best leagues from around the world.