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New “50-70″ Pilot Program Introduced for Little League
Published: January 26, 2010
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Starting this 2010 seasons, Little League is adding a new “50 – 70″ Pilot program for children ages 12 – 13 years old. The goal of this program is to provide an intermediate field size and level of play for young teens.
NFL Changes Attitude About Concussions
Published: November 23, 2009
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This past Sunday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that the NFL is going to change the way teams deal with players who get concussions. Teams now are required to get an independent neurologist to supplement the team medical staff and evaluate players who get concussions. While the cynic in me asks, “Why now?”, the bottom line is that the NFL is starting to seriously address the issue of brain injury, which I think is great.
Brandon Spikes Eye Gouging, Practically Unpunished
Published: November 3, 2009
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Quick, what’s the penalty for eye-gouging an opponent in college football?… Give up? Apparently, you only have to sit out the first half against one of the weakest teams in the country. That is the punishment handed down by the University of Florida to All-American Linebacker Brandon Spikes. Spikes tried to gouge Georgia running back Washaun Ealey’s eyes during Florida’s 41 – 17 win on Saturday.
Sports Are Dangerous; Participate At Your Own Risk!
Published: October 29, 2009
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Over the years our society has changed drastically, and never has this more evident than in sports. Take for example the pitcher, Brandon Patch, from the Miles City Mavericks: A young man who died tragically after being hit in the head with a batted ball. His tragic accident was ruled to be caused by an [...]
One step forward, or just three feet back?
Published: October 22, 2009
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The NHSF has decided to move the pitchers back 3 feet to 43 feet, giving the batter a moment longer to hit the ball. This rule change has been much debated for the last several years on whether or not it is better for the game. What do you think? Will 3 feet change softball as we know it?