Tag: Sports

Recent Incidents Prove Arming Teachers Was Mind-Numbingly Stupid

In the wake of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting on February 14th, 2018, teenaged students have become outspoken activists. Formally politically “neutral” companies such as Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart have taken sides, cutting ties with the NRA, as the gun control debate heats up. And in another case of twisted roles, will teachers be forced to become armed defenders of their classrooms?...

Youngest Polar Explorer Has the Perfect Response For Sexist Trolls

Think back to where you were as a 16-year-old. Perhaps you had just received your driver's license. You were having your first kiss. You were trying not to fail Advanced Algebra. Jade Hameister is also 16, and this past January, she became the youngest person in history to complete the Polar Hat Trick, traversing the North Pole, South Pole, and Greenland ice sheet. Her Record-Breaking...
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Vet Who Lost His Leg Crosses Boston Marathon Finish Line Carrying His Guide

The Boston Marathon has had its share of inspiring moments since its 1897 inception, but one in particular at this year's race will have...

You Won’t Find A More Extreme Sport Than Surfing… On A Dirt Bike

Robbie Maddison doesn't need a board to catch some waves, he's got his dirt bike. The native Australian is plenty accustomed to surfing the...

The Human Cost of the FIFA Qatar Scandal is Staggering

Longtime soccer fans have heard rumor’s of FIFA’s unethical practices for years, with allegations going back two decades as Jon Stewart pointed out earlier...

Hilarious ‘Sad Brazilians’ Tumblr Captures The Grief Of Brazil

Germany's devastating 7-1 win over Brazil yesterday pushed the World Cup host out of any possibility of a championship. It was a truly crushing...

We Could All Get Some Inspiration From This 7-Year-Old

If you're needing a bit of inspiration to get over a hurdle, Canadian 7-year-old Keira might be able to help. Keira is part of...

Scotts Miracle-Gro is in the Middle of a Soccer Turf War with FIFA

Spectators in the nosebleed seats at this year's Women's Soccer World Cup might not notice the field's new surface, but the players will sure...

Not Allowed To Bike, These Afghan Girls Rip It Up On Skateboards Instead

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLb-ABe-aVE You'd be hard pressed to find an activity that represents American counter-culture more than skateboarding. In its early 1960s roots, the sport was seen...