Sports & Education Meteorology & Weather May 08, 2014 Wind, rain, temperature, and air pressure can all affect a golfer's ability to make his or her next shot. Science of Snow – Inquiry Guide (Grades 4 – 12) January 09, 2014 Work, Energy & Power May 29, 2013 Suzann Pettersen, a professional golfer on the LPGA tour, uses putting to help demonstrate the physics concepts of work, energy… Engineering for Mobility July 11, 2012 Engineering can help wheelchair athletes maximize their performances. View more Books to Read Raising Tomorrow’s Champions: Joanna Lohman, Paul Tukey Pen Road Map for USWNT Dreamers March 02, 2021 Get a glimpse of the U.S. Women’s National Team and its four decades of history told from the perspective of an insider Best Books for Youth Soccer Players – ‘Soccer iQ: Things That Smart Players Do’ February 23, 2021 Looking for a gift for your soccer-obsessed middle schooler to help them massively improve their game? Check out Soccer iQ by Dan Blank Ten Sports-Themed Books for Young Adults August 20, 2020 Scholastic's Summer Read-a-Palooza Will Encourage Kids to Read as Much as Possible June 26, 2020 Scholastic's Summer Read-a-Palooza can motivate children to get lost in books even when school isn't in session 16 Great Sports Books For Kids April 04, 2020 If you have a son or a daughter who loves sports, here are 16 sports-themed books they'll love Women in STEM at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics & Paralympics Medical Technology Supporting U.S. Soccer March 25, 2020 Here's the medical technology supporting the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Stimulating the Brain for Peak Performance March 09, 2020 Here’s the neuroscience behind peak athletic performance, according to a psychophysiologist Mind, Body & Grit March 24, 2020 Mindfulness is a main part of this athlete's Olympic preparation Track Cycling in Extreme Heat March 24, 2020 Here's how athletes prepare for heat and humidity when competing The Biomechanics of a Paratriathlete March 11, 2020 This paratriathlete works to combat brain and spinal cord injuries in order to compete Track Doctors on the Front Lines March 09, 2020 Here's what track doctors are doing on the front lines The Hard Numbers of Beach Volleyball March 25, 2020 Math and statistics can lead to gold medals, according to one Olympic coach Preventing Injury With a World Champion Wrestler March 24, 2020 Biomedical engineering is an important part of this Olympian’s injury prevention The Impact of Olympic Diving March 24, 2020 One physiologist explains how monitoring an athlete's growth can prevent injury Watch, Learn & Discuss Sit down with the family and watch one of these great sports movies. When the film is over, our partner Positive Coaching Alliance has provided discussion questions for you and your kids to get those most out of the file Discussion Guide for Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw January 20, 2019 This film tells a powerful story of courage, struggle, and redemption Discussion Guide: Hoop Dreams February 05, 2019 Hoop Dreams is a fascinating documentary, filmed over a four year period, following the lives of Chicago high school basketball players Discussion Guide: McFarland USA February 19, 2019 Themes presented in this film include teamwork, hard work, and respect Discussion Guide: The Rookie February 02, 2019 This film includes themes of overuse injuries in sports, burnout, effective teamwork, second chances, successful parent-athlete relationships, and seeing the bigger picture in sports Discussion Guide: When The Game Stands Tall February 19, 2019 This movie emphasizes the importance that it is not about how you fall, but how you get back up. Discussion Guide: Goal! The Dream Begins February 16, 2019 Goal! The Dream Begins is the story of soccer player Santiago Munez who is given the chance to play for Newcastle United when a scout spots him. Discussion Guide: Bend It Like Beckham February 19, 2019 This film uses themes of balancing sport and family, maintaining self-belief, coping with societal pressure, and self-motivation Discussion Guide: Her Best Move February 19, 2019 Her Best Move is the story of soccer player Sara Davis, a high school girl trying to balance teenage life with the chance to join the US National Team. Discussion Guide: A League Of Their Own February 02, 2019 Some of the themes featured in the film include perseverance, strength of community, teamwork, and leadership Discussion Guide: We Are Marshall February 19, 2020 This film includes themes of overcoming tragedy and loss, using sports to heal a community, playing multiple sports, absolute dedication, and effective teamwork Discussion Guide: Kicking & Screaming January 21, 2020 This film includes themes of coaching your own child, being a sports parent, over-competitiveness in youth sports, and the coach-parent relationship Discussion Guide: The Legend Of Bagger Vance February 19, 2020 This film includes themes of mental preparation and focus in sports, coping with societal pressure, and overcoming struggle View more Explore the Science of Golf Course Setup May 22, 2014 Science, technology, engineering, and math go into the setup of a golf course. How the USGA Determines the Pace of Play May 22, 2014 Improving the pace of play on a golf course is much like trying to control flow rate through a funnel, or traffic on a highway. Meteorology & Weather May 08, 2014 Wind, rain, temperature, and air pressure can all affect a golfer's ability to make his or her next shot. Newton’s Third Law of Motion & Momentum May 08, 2014 Newton's Third Law of Motion is demonstrating with the impact between the golf club and ball. Energy in Collisions & Compressions May 05, 2014 Professional golfer Mike Miller's drive is analyzed and used to explain the physics concepts of collisions and compressions. Newton’s First & Second Laws of Motion April 28, 2014 USGA research engineer Jim Hubbell explains how Newton's Laws of Motion are demonstrated in every round of golf. Golf Course Agronomy April 21, 2014 Agronomy is used to maintain turfgrass and create ideal environments for golf. Why Golf Balls Have Dimples April 14, 2014 USGA engineer Steve Quintavalla explains why a golf ball is designed with tiny dimples, or impressions, on its surface. Potential & Kinetic Energy April 04, 2014 LPGA golfer Paula Creamer's swing is analyzed to illustrate potential and kinetic energy. Torque & Moment of Inertia April 02, 2014 Torque and moment of inertia are two key physics concepts to hit the ball straight. Water Conservation May 29, 2013 Maintaining a golf course requires the use of one of nature's most precious resources: water. Physics of the Golf Swing May 29, 2013 The physics concepts of torque, centripetal force, and double pendulum effect help with powerful drives. View more More Educational Content Discussion Guide: Rudy February 19, 2019 Themes in Rudy include believing in yourself, hard work, and overcoming adversity Ever Wonder: Does Size Matter in Baseball? August 02, 2017 With 6-foot-7 Aaron Judge having incredible success in his rookie year, does height really matter in baseball? Here's a look at the biggest and smallest stars in MLB history. Air Lift: Ski Jump December 08, 2009 Ski-jumping is a thrilling sport, hurtling down a ramp at 60 mph. Learn more in this video. Ever Wonder: Why Don't NASCAR Race Cars Have Doors? December 04, 2017 Ever wonder why NASCAR race cars don't have any doors? Here's a look at how the cars have changed throughout the years. Discussion Guide: Cinderella Man February 16, 2019 The film includes themes of overcoming adversity, maintaining self-belief, the impact of positive coaching, respecting opponents and seeing the bigger picture in sports Ever Wonder: How Did the Terrible Towel Originate? February 07, 2017 Wonder why the terrible towel is a Steeler's tradition? Take a look at how it happened. Discussion Guide: Friday Night Lights February 19, 2019 The film focuses on the conflict between the overwhelming pressure to win-at-all-costs and the bigger picture lessons presented throughout the athlete's experiences Statistics & Averages January 25, 2012 Being a top goalie in the NHL requires the key averages and statistics of goaltending. Five Ways to Win in the Classroom Next Semester February 28, 2019 When done thoroughly, homework can be a study tool along the way. When it comes time for the test, you will already be prepared. Evolution of the Club April 25, 2013 Golf club innovations have led to efficiently utilize the mass of the club head and more. Figuring Out Figure Skating December 08, 2009 Learn how Olympic figure skaters do triple axels and quadruple toe loops. The Impact of Jenny Simpson July 11, 2012 New treadmill technology helps rehabilitate runners from injuries. Work, Energy & Power May 29, 2013 Suzann Pettersen, a professional golfer on the LPGA tour, uses putting to help demonstrate the physics concepts of work, energy, and power. Raising Tomorrow’s Champions: Joanna Lohman, Paul Tukey Pen Road Map for USWNT Dreamers March 02, 2021 Get a glimpse of the U.S. Women’s National Team and its four decades of history told from the perspective of an insider The Internal Athlete: Cross-Country Skiing December 08, 2009 Olympic athletes, trainers and a sports scientist and chemist explain why cross-country skiers are among the fittest athletes in the world. Engineering for Mobility - A Science Perspective (Grades 6- 12) May 27, 2020 View more
