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Unsung and Under Pressure: Why Sport Needs Its Officials Now More Than Ever  

The moment the final whistle blows, most eyes are on the players. But behind every fair call and safe play stands someone often overlooked: the official.  On April 17, 2025, National Officials Day offered an important opportunity to recognize the dedication and passion of officials, referees, and judges who play a pivotal role in the…

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Athlete Development
High Performance
Mental Skills
Training Factors

The effectiveness of a pre-competition routine
June 13, 2014
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Athletes train to be able to perform with confidence during competition. They prepare both physically and mentally for all sceneries but there are situations that athletes cannot control on competition day such as weather, the venue or their opponents. Sometimes...
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Sport Participation

What exactly is foot pronation?
June 13, 2014
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Foot pronation describes the motion of the foot after it strikes the ground. It is part of a person’s natural movement that helps the lower leg deal with shock. Every person pronates to some extent and it is necessary in...
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Athlete Development
High Performance
Training Factors

Polarized training approach
June 13, 2014
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During the Sochi Olympic Winter games in the Adler speed skating arena, the Dutch speed skating team showed total dominance as they hauled in 24 medals out of a possible 36. In fact, the Netherlands’ total medals came from speed...
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Athlete Development
Sleep and Recovery

Is massage effective for exercise recovery?
June 13, 2014
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For most coaches, trainers, and athletes, massage is an integral part of a training and competition program. Sports massage can be used to improve athletic performance, speed recovery, and can be used by all individuals, professional or recreational athletes, to...
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Athlete Development
Coaching
Mental Skills
Training Factors

Flow State: In the zone for optimal sports performance!
June 13, 2014
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For basketball fans and sports enthusiasts this is a great time of year. March Madness is upon us. In tournaments such as this, when the outcome of a single game determines who plays on and who goes home, a single...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation
Weather

How does the weather affect your asthma?
June 13, 2014
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Spring is in the air and the change in the weather is a nice relief from the long winter. However, for children who have asthma, especially if they are physically active, it can be a challenging time of year. Fluctuations...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation

These Paws Were Made for Walking
June 13, 2014
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Now imagine the feel-good benefits you can expect if you combine your pet’s unconditional love with the effects of increased physical activity. For dog owners, many cite fido as the reason for getting in at least a daily walk, if...
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Paralympic Games

Goodbye Sochi!
June 12, 2014
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As the flame went out at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games, Canada stood third on the medal table. We accumulated 16 medals in total (7 Gold, 2 Silver and 7 Bronze). These games, exemplified by the slogan #WHATSTHERE, truly...
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Coaching
Professional Development

Getting Started: Female Coaches in Sport
June 12, 2014
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If you take a look at the Canadian women involved in elite coaching today, any of them could easily be a role model for future women looking to make a difference through coaching. However the early stages of a female...
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Athlete Development
Mental Skills
Sport Participation

Improving your game
June 12, 2014
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Is your short game in golf hindering your ability to close out games? Are your competitors dropping you on hills during races?  In any competition, an athlete wants to go in well prepared in order to be able to accomplish...
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