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Toxic Masculinity in Sports
The sports world has always been dominated by men. As far back as the 11th century, and likely before, sports like jousting were used as tools for men to show off their strength, courage, and overall masculinity for women. This ancient idea has continued to influence the sporting world and it's getting a little old. Toxic masculinity is the adherence to traditional male gender roles, which can put men in a box, limiting the acceptance of them expressing themselves in ways that are seen as opposite to the alpha male ideal. The difference between toxic masculinity and masculinity is that with toxic masculinity, men are shamed for behaviors seen as feminine or for not meeting the masculine ideal. In a society where we are starting to call out racism and sexism on the daily, it's time to address the elephant in the locker room that is toxic masculinity.
By Lizz Darcy6 years ago in Unbalanced
The True Meaning Behind Playing a Sport
Have you ever given as much dedication and commitment to a sport as much as you would give towards your job or family? Most likely not. Or maybe in today’s society you put all of that commitment towards your cell phone, or any other electronic devices. The problem is that not a lot of people understand the kind of dedication and commitment it takes to be a part of a sports team whether it’s high school, travel teams, club teams, or Division I, II, or III collegiate teams. I would know, since I’ve committed almost 11 years to playing softball. It is not a very easy thing to do, but it’s definitely worth it, especially with all that money you’ve put into trying out a new sport—well let’s be honest, all that money your parents have spent just for you to kick a ball into a pop-up net or hit a ball off of a tee! Committing to a sport means so much more than just showing up to practice every other week and being at some of the games. I believe that many people don’t know what it takes to be on a sports team and how much effort and time it takes out of your everyday life just to play a sport and I am going to share my story about how much dedication I have put towards playing softball.
By Anna6 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Sports Podcasts of 2018
Podcasts have been blessing our ears for years. Instead of listening to talk radio and top 40 hits on our morning commute, we have the option to tune into our favorite broadcasters and experts throughout any genre – sports, comedy, mystery, storytelling, etc. You can stream or download various podcasts at home on your computer or anywhere on your phone via iTunes, Tunein and even Spotify.
By Salvador Lorenz6 years ago in Unbalanced
Why We Need to See Slamball Come Back. Top Story - June 2018.
I'm probably in the minority as someone who was an avid Slamball viewer. Most people who have heard of Slamball think of it as only basketball with a trampoline, but it's much more than that. Slamball emphasizes speed, precision, and power into one insanely entertaining 20-minute event. While the sport couldn't capitalize on its initial popularity in the early 2000s, it would thrive if it was brought back today.
By Jason Schwartz6 years ago in Unbalanced
Ultimate Frisbee? What's that?
The Competition. The Intensity. The Inclusiveness and Diversity. Those are just some of the basic aspects we look for in a sport that we want to play. But at the heart of it all, we just want to have fun. Why not have all of that, and save a few bucks while you're at it? Hear's a look into the intense sport that will cost you and your friends less than 10 bucks to play, but leave insane memories for a lifetime.
By Maxwell Mock6 years ago in Unbalanced
8-7 Overtime Victory for Fox Lane Lacrosse Ends Yorktown’s 53-Game Winning Streak
Fox Lane lost a two goal second half lead to the Lacrosse Dynasty in Yorktown on Saturday afternoon. The leveling off must have had Fox Lane and their faithful feeling their hearts in their stomachs as the 47th minute came to a close at Yorktown High School. But Fox Lane Coach Chris Coughlin had his ticker in a much more secure place as the waning moments seemed to spell doom on a valiant effort against the Section One powerhouse.
By Rich Monetti6 years ago in Unbalanced
The Development of a High School Athlete
When I was in grade 4 I played volleyball for the very first time in gym class and completely fell in love. From there on I practiced and really tried to get a hang of it. In grade 6 and 7 I made the "A Team" and both years we won the city championship. Our coach was absolutely incredible and he taught us discipline and how to really appreciate this sport. He made me completely fall in love with it and I'm so thankful because it has been such a big part of my life ever since then.
By Rachel Barry6 years ago in Unbalanced
The Emotion of Sports. Top Story - June 2018.
"But in any given day, in the most mundane newspaper feature, in the most meaningless mid season game, there can be a moment of transcendence, a flash of genuine magic, which hints at all the possibilities. That's what keeps you engaged, keeps you in your seat."—J.R. Moehringer
By Lizz Darcy6 years ago in Unbalanced
The Drop of Estrogen Among a Sea of Testosterone, Part 1
It's a fact, there aren't as many female sports reporters out there in the mainstream media, especially in the male-dominated world of sports journalism. Even when I was at an NHL press conference last week, in a room of about 25 to 30 reporters, only THREE of us were females.
By Marjorie Roden6 years ago in Unbalanced
Get into Golf
It’s never too late to start a new sport. The interest in golf continues to grow worldwide, attracting all ages from complete beginners to those wanting to improve their game and play in competitions. Whether you are a junior or a pensioner, it’s a great way to play a sport, get fit and make new friends.
By Diane Perry6 years ago in Unbalanced
The Generation of Buried Talent
I heard something today that stopped me in my tracks. As those close to me may know, I run a basketball personal training business called First Seed Athletics. I was on my way out of a training session, proud of the great work my athlete had just accomplished. We had been focusing heavily on footwork going towards the rim, which takes some serious attention to detail. The next group in the facility was a soccer team, and they began by running sprints. One player’s mom dropped him off late to practice and waited with him while the boy put on his shoes. As she looked in the gym, I heard the woman tell her son something that is far too revealing of how our next generation is being raised. “Looks like they are running hard already, better slow down putting on your shoes.” WHAT!?
By Levi St Pierre6 years ago in Unbalanced