Tag: "sports" Articles
October 1, 2023
I turn on ESPN nearly every morning, and it’s the same story, depending on the time of year. Football, basketball, baseball, and golf dominate the headlines and segments. I have loved these sports for...
July 1, 2023
Standing as a sport that contains the elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball is emerging as a popular pastime for people of all ages. But perhaps you love it so much that you...
May 1, 2023
When you’re on a beach vacation, the first sport that might come to your mind to play is sand volleyball. But it’s tricky when there’s no net already set up and you’re worried about...
April 15, 2023
When our goal becomes “to tough up” our kids, we may unknowingly be negatively affecting their self-esteem. For sensitive children, understanding their self-esteem, self-control and temperament can be a huge factor in the sports...
April 1, 2023
Is Austin’s booming pickleball scene an overnight success, a pandemic-induced solution for boredom and social distancing? This paddle sport played indoors and outdoors on badminton-sized courts is currently the fastest-growing sport in America. All...
April 1, 2023
What if we told you that you could make up for those years in high school that you never got to try out for football or volleyball? And that you could do it with...
October 15, 2022
Do you ever wonder what’s happening to your body when you submerge yourself in an ice bath or a cold plunge? You know you feel good after, but maybe you’re not sure exactly why....
October 1, 2022
What feels almost as good as crossing the finish line? Having a great photo of yourself to document your accomplishment! Scott Flathouse has become one of the most well-known sports photographers in the Austin...
August 12, 2022
Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States for a good reason. Aside from the vibrant art scene, Austin has many family-friendly athletic activities for children to enjoy. Here are seven...
August 3, 2022
Athletics is crucial to a child’s growth. It helps them develop healthy habits, encourages social interaction and boosts self-esteem. Many studies have shown that kids who play sports are less prone to physical and...
January 1, 2022
Not many sports require complete silence. Tennis players prefer it, but for them, it’s more about formality. For goalball players, silence is a matter of a win or loss. The arena falls silent as...
May 1, 2020
The Austin Crows unite culture, physical achievement and community in the ultimate sport. Texans pride themselves on their reputation of having country roots and resilient grit. Yet, with the exception of phenomenal BBQ, two-stepping...
October 1, 2019
Sports specialization is defined as intense, year-round training in a single sport with the exclusion of other sports. Let’s face the facts. Early specialization is here to stay for various reasons whether we like...
