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Aug252019 by HarryNo Comments

Can the Ajax repeat the last year’s miracle?

Sports

The team which amazed the entire world last season was without a doubt the Ajax Amsterdam. The Dutch powerhouse and one of the most successful clubs on the Europan continent reached the semifinals of the Champions League. They were eliminated in that stage, after a shocking loss against Tottenham Hotspurs. The English team delivered a last-second dagger at Amsterdam Arena, coming back from 0-2, and winning 3-2 in the end. Now, many of those fans who rooted for the Lancers wonder is it possible to see another spectacular season from this club? That is a very complex question and a tricky one for answering. The Ajax suffered several huge changes in his roster, and it seems that they might lose a few more players during the winter transfer window. Right now, Ajax is the 13th favo...

Jul12019 by David KollerNo Comments

Why is WWE SmackDown not as big as Raw?

Sports

Monday Night Raw has always been the flagship show of the WWE. In recent times, we have seen SmackDown deliver some quality content that kept up its reputation on an equal standing if not better. The likes of Kofi Kingston, Daniel Bryan and AJ Styles have constantly produced tremendous matches which showcase wrestling talent over entertainment while Raw’s tag team division is laughable compared to SmackDown’s, which features some of the best in the company such as The New Day, Bryan and Rowan, Asuka and Kairi Sane, the Hardy Boyz, etc. However, Raw enjoys a completely different level of popularity and viewership compared to its Tuesday night (soon-to-be Friday night) counterpart. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why Raw trumps over Smackdown. Superstars The best of the best in th...

Jun252019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Different format rules applying to indoor cricket world cup

Sports

Though all forms of indoor cricket world cup are played at the same grounds mainly using the same equipment, there are subtle changes in certain areas. When Test Match Cricket was first played each over consisted of eight legal balls bowled. A legal ball is one that is bowled according to the rules of cricket and is not a 'no-ball' or a 'wide'. The number of legal balls in an over was later reduced to six. What is an Over Currently, in indoor cricket world cup an over is when a bowler bowls six legal balls. If a 'no-ball', that is the bowler over-stepping the mark from behind which he is supposed to release the ball, then the batting side is awarded a run and the ball has to be re-bowled. A wide is when the ball is bowled in such a way that the it is beyond the batsman's reach...

May112019 by Paul Linus1 Comment

Safe boating tips to follow while going for kayaking

Sports

With kayaking sports now the most popular participatory outdoor activity among Americans (even more than softball) bringing increasing numbers of paddlers to the Elkhorn, a coalition of organizations saw the need to alert those un-familiar with this popular whitewater stream to a safer way to enjoy its many and varied wonders. While recognizing that the natural environment poses risks for the boating public, the purpose of this is to describe some of these risks and how to better manage them. Water levels Always keep in mind that the gauge on the US 460 Bridge pylon is color-coded: red covers levels above 3 feet (means do not paddle unless an expert paddler. as the dam life-threatening), yellow covers 1.5 - 3 feet (means that your skills need to be intermediate or expert with no ...

Apr102019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Kayaking, kayak games, more in Huron River, San Francisco Bay, coast waters

Lifestyle, Sports

Ann Arbor Offers Kayaking on the Huron River Kayakers can drive to Delhi Park and launch rented electric powered kayak into the Huron River, then glide through cattails along the shore and float slowly downstream. The river is wide and serene, making it hard to believe that downtown Ann Arbor is just a few miles away. The route takes paddlers under an old low railroad bridge and around wide bends. A few miles down, the river curves and on the bank high above, a palatial stone mansion in the Tudor style stands, with its stone boat house, a reminder of the Great Gatsby life made possible in nearby Detroit in the early days of the auto boom. The two-hour easy electric powered kayak paddling takes kayakers to a landing at Barton's Pond. Sun and Snow Ski Swim and Paddle arranges several type...

Apr82019 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Learn how to find, train for rogue river kayaking events

Sports

More advanced paddlers for surf kayak or those interested in competing often seek out kayak racing events. Many local clubs offer competitive events. Becoming a spectator at venues, such as paddling festivals, is a great introduction to get a feel for what types of surf kayak events are available. Competitive Rogue River Kayaking Events Competitive rogue river kayaking events are held on both flat water and white water. Events vary in length, with shorter distances running 200, 500 and 1000 meters. These sprint races take place on flat, calm waters and usually run a straight course. Distance races include marathons (26 miles) and other events that are much longer. These events on lakes and rivers usually involve maneuvering around obstacles and may even be broken into stages. The...