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Dec 01 2025SPORTS

Arkansas Sports Legends to be Honored in 2026

Arkansas is set to celebrate some of its top athletes and coaches in 2026. The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame will welcome 11 new members. These inductees come from different sports like baseball, basketball, football, and volleyball. There are also two big names from horse racing joining the list. T

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Nov 29 2025SPORTS

Mindfulness and Breathing: A Game Changer for Female Athletes?

Female athletes often face unique challenges. A recent study looked at how a special training program could help them perform better. The program mixed yoga and psychology. It was tested on 56 young women, all athletes. They were split into two groups. One group did the special training. The other d

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Nov 29 2025HEALTH

CrossFit and Endurance: The Hidden Struggles of Female Athletes

CrossFit is known for building strong, powerful bodies, but it's not all about muscles and strength. Some female athletes in this sport, along with those who also do endurance training, might be dealing with more than just physical challenges. They could be facing issues like eating problems, body i

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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

High School Hoop Stars Ready to Dunk Their Way to Glory

Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Al

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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

How Bijan Robinson Gets Ready for Big Games

Bijan Robinson, a star running back for the Atlanta Falcons, has a special way of getting ready for games. He starts the night before, making sure he sleeps well. The next morning, he wakes up early to pray and find his calm. After that, he enjoys a hearty breakfast with his teammates. Robinson's c

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Nov 28 2025EDUCATION

Rethinking School Budgets: Sports vs. Education

In Maine, about 50, 000 high school students are part of sports teams, which is a fraction of the total 172, 000 students. Lately, there's been a lot of debate about transgender students playing in girls' sports. This issue has caught the eye of national figures and state lawmakers. Some people arg

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

How Hurrying Can Mess Up Your Jump

People often move differently when they are in a hurry. A new study looked at how rushing affects the way someone jumps on one leg. The researchers compared jumps done at a relaxed pace with jumps done quickly, under a time limit. When people had to jump fast, they did not bend their hips or knees

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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

The Tricky World of Hamstring Tears: Why Some Injuries Are Harder to Fix

Hamstring injuries are common in sports, but not all are straightforward. One type, called distal musculotendinous T-junction (DMTJ) injuries, is particularly puzzling. These injuries occur where the long and short heads of the biceps femoris muscle connect. This area is complex and varies greatly f

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Nov 25 2025SPORTS

Food Choices in the Phillies Clubhouse: A Mix of Healthy and Not-So-Healthy

In the Phillies' clubhouse, you'll find a wide range of eating habits. Some players focus on healthy, organic foods, while others enjoy junk food. Bryce Harper, for example, eats organic beef, homemade bread, and raw milk. He even makes his own food and checks labels carefully. On the other hand, Za

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Nov 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Savannah's Stars: A Mix of Fame and Infamy

Savannah, Georgia, has been home to some truly remarkable people. From actors to athletes, musicians to politicians, the city has produced a diverse range of famous figures. Some of these individuals have made Savannah proud, while others have had more controversial careers. Take, for example, the

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