Sports & Education Rulon Gardner Won’t Die June 04, 2020 Course Setup May 22, 2014 Science, technology, engineering, and math go into the setup of a golf course. Discussion Guide: The Legend Of Bagger Vance by Positive Coaching Alliance Staff February 19, 2020 This film includes themes of mental preparation and focus in sports, coping with societal pressure, and overcoming struggle Kinematics January 25, 2012 Kinematics, the branch of classical mechanics, helps describe a player's movement across the ice by defining his position,… 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 Preventing Injury With a World Champion Wrestler March 24, 2020 Biomedical engineering is an important part of this Olympian’s injury prevention Stimulating the Brain for Peak Performance March 09, 2020 Here’s the neuroscience behind peak athletic performance, according to a psychophysiologist The Impact of Olympic Diving March 24, 2020 One physiologist explains how monitoring an athlete's growth can prevent injury Track Doctors on the Front Lines March 09, 2020 Here's what track doctors are doing on the front lines Mind, Body & Grit March 24, 2020 Mindfulness is a main part of this athlete's Olympic preparation The Biomechanics of a Paratriathlete March 11, 2020 This paratriathlete works to combat brain and spinal cord injuries in order to compete The Hard Numbers of Beach Volleyball March 25, 2020 Math and statistics can lead to gold medals, according to one Olympic coach Track Cycling in Extreme Heat March 24, 2020 Here's how athletes prepare for heat and humidity when competing Medical Technology Supporting U.S. Soccer March 25, 2020 Here's the medical technology supporting the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team 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: 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 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: Moneyball February 19, 2019 Themes in this movie include respecting a team mentality and the importance of leadership to success Discussion Guide: McFarland USA February 19, 2019 Themes presented in this film include teamwork, hard work, and respect Discussion Guide: Glory Road February 18, 2019 The film includes themes of effective teamwork, overcoming adversity, and rewarding effort and skill instead of color 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: Coach Carter February 19, 2020 The film includes themes of coaching your own child, discipline techniques of coaches, how to be a student-athlete, making good life choices, and succeeding against the odds 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: Rudy February 19, 2019 Themes in Rudy include believing in yourself, hard work, and overcoming adversity 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: 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. 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 Body+ | Meet Ibrahim Hamadtou the Paralympian Who Plays Table Tennis With His Mouth April 19, 2020 Ibrahim Hamadtou lost both his arms at a young age and now plays table tennis with his mouth. Downhill Science: Alpine Skiing December 08, 2009 A downhill ski race is a tour de force--emphasis on force. Ever Wonder? How Yellow and Red Cards in Soccer Originated? March 04, 2016 Have you ever wondered how yellow and red cards originated? It starts with a heated match between England and Argentina. Discussion Guide: Glory Road February 18, 2019 The film includes themes of effective teamwork, overcoming adversity, and rewarding effort and skill instead of color The Biomechanics of Usain Bolt - A Science Perspective (Grades 6-12) July 11, 2012 - Ever Wonder: How Many Miles Does the Sunday Night Football Bus Travel? December 28, 2017 Have you ever wondered how many miles the Sunday Night Football Bus travels? 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Mass, Volume & Density January 25, 2012 Scientists and ice technicians explain the science and math that goes into building and maintaining this surface through the long NHL season. Nitro Rallycross - The Next Generation of Motorsports October 05, 2021 From the mind of Travis Pastrana, Nitro Rallycross offers thrills for the whole family. Ever Wonder: Why is Football Played on Thanksgiving? November 23, 2017 Learn more about football's deep history on Thanksgiving in the latest installment of Ever Wonder. Track Doctors on the Front Lines March 09, 2020 Here's what track doctors are doing on the front lines View more
