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Finding the right sport for your kid is one thing, now it's time to get up to speed on the rules, terms, techniques, and equipment.

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Beginner Guides

Learning a New Sport?

View our guides for beginners and learn the basics of some of the world's most popular sports.

 

Fencing: Epee, Foil, Saber, Masks

3 Weapons for 3 Mindsets 

September 24, 2021

There are three disciplines of fencing: foil, épée and sabre and each has its own unique historical backstory. Do you know what they are? 

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Terms to Know

Interested in learning more about a particular Olympic sport before you watch the Games in Tokyo? Build your basic knowledge with some terms to know.

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New Hockey Gear: Where to Start 

November 23, 2017

Navigating the various pieces – helmets, sticks, shoulder pads, breezers (what the heck are breezers?) – can be intimidating. Where do you start? 

The Definitive Guide on Tennis Grips 

April 27, 2018
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Sport Guide: Understanding Field Hockey 

January 01, 1900

Hockey players pass, push, flick and dribble the ball with the edges, head or handle of the hockey stick to score goals. 
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Learn More About Fencing 

December 31, 1899

Learn more about fencing 
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Boxing: Terms to Know 

March 29, 2021

Boxing 101: Terms to Know 
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What is Splash Ball? 

April 24, 2020

Splashball™ is designed to introduce the sport of water polo to children 5-11 years old. The intent is to provide basic skills and understanding of the sport in a recreational format. 
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Learn More About Football 

December 31, 1899

Learn more about football 
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Sport Guide: Watch Shot Put Explained 

January 01, 1900

Athletes glide or spin to throw as far as they can without stepping out of the circle. 
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Words of Advice from Baseball Parents 

December 31, 1899

Parents and coaches shared information they wish they had before their kids started baseball. 
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Learn More About Equestrian 

December 31, 1899

Learn more about equestrian. 
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Gymnastics for All 

September 05, 2017
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Sport Guide: Behind the Triple Jump 

January 01, 1900

The three-stage hop, step and jump springboards athletes to lengths that sometimes reach 10-times their body's height. 
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Tennis 101: Playing Points  

June 26, 2017
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Rowing: Terms to Know 

March 26, 2021

Learn the difference between an oar and a paddle as well as other rowing terminology 
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Is Your Child Injured, or Just Temporarily Sore? 

July 03, 2019
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Gymnastics: Begin Here, Go Anywhere 

August 09, 2017
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