"olympians" Articles & Blogs:
Eunice Shriver in Critical Condition; Special Olympians Wish Her Well
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As Kennedys and Shrivers gather at Special Olympics founder’s bedside, many are recalling the heroic deeds done by JFK’s sisterEunice Shriver | Today 10:00 am
Special Olympians around the country are sending well wishes to Eunice Kennedy Shr...[Read on] |
Olympians & celebs participate in annual Red Dress Collection Fashion Show
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2008 Olympic all-around gymnastics champion Nastia Liukin was among the Olympians and celebrities who participated in the sixth annual Red Dress Collection Fashion Show on Friday, Feb. 13 at Bryant Park in New York City. February is National Heart Month, ...[Read on] |
How Olympic athletes pay the rent
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If you’re dreaming of becoming an Olympic athlete, remember that beyond all the training, competition and glory there is a lot of financial struggle. Training for the Olympics (never mind competing) is at least a full-time (usually unpaid) job and even ...[Read on] |
What is a Turkey Trot?
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It’s the time of year for Turkey Trots. So, what exactly is a Turkey Trot? On Thanksgiving Day, or very near it, runners across the nation lace up their shoes for some version of the trot. And if you anticipate indulging in a huge Thanksgiving f...[Read on] |
Swimmer Natalie Coughlin among new “Dancing with the Stars” cast
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Swimmer Natalie Coughlin to appear on DWTS
Natalie Coughlin can do the backstroke and the breastroke in world record time, but can she do the tango?
Coughlin, who has made a big splash in the Olympics, will attempt to excel in the ballroom during the ...[Read on] |
Olympic athletes to sport vintage-inspired style
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The Countdown to the Olympics includes a lot of important preparations, not the least of which is what the athletes are going to wear.
As he has done before, Ralph Lauren will have a hand in outfitting the athletes. His affinity for Americana will be...[Read on] |
What do USA Swimming and the Catholic Church have In common?
| Answer: A big disgusting sex scandal, that’s what.For several months USA Swimming has been embroiled in lawsuits and accusations related to their lax oversight of and response to numerous instances of male coach sexual misconduct with young female swimm...[Read on] |
Black History Month – Honoring Female Athletes
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Over the years, there have been many great black athletes. This month, to celebrate Black History Month, we’d like to honor some of the women who have contributed to the soul of sports.
Pioneers
Althea Gibson was a pioneer in both amateur tennis and pr...[Read on] |
The Olympics 2010: Spotlight on Angela Ruggiero, Hockey Player
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Angela Ruggiero
Hockey Player
Specialty: Defense. Defenders hinder the other team to ensure that its players don’t score. Sometimes, they are referred to as “blueliners” because of they often stand on the blue boundary of the offensive zone. Angel...[Read on] |
IOC Celebrates 2009 Women and Sport Awards
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Olympic Family today celebrated International Women’s Day and the 2009 Women and Sport Awards, where five exceptional personalities in the world of sport received accolades.
The official ceremony was held ...[Read on] |
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