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Imagine having a conversation with your peers and you asked them about Michele Jordan, Lebron James, Larry Bird, Mia Hamm, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, etc and they responded with "who"? You would be flabbergasted, wouldn't you? This is how I feel when I talk about the great Major Taylor. A man that doesn't get the recognition he deserves. His story inspired me in more ways than I can explain. I was competing in the road world championships, 100 years after Major won his first world title in 1899. Check out this doc to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gZbx_HDG

𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 📰 Glynis speaks about the story that has only just come to light now, some 4 years after the Olympics and then in more positive news, the highlights the triumphs of Track and Field with some recent wonderful performances on the world stage! 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘽𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙡𝙚 👉https://lnkd.in/gEudDa3D

In June 2022, Peyton Stearns was ranked outside the top 500 in the world. 15 months later, the former #ncaa champ is assured of a top 50 debut after reaching the fourth round of the ongoing US Open. More on the former student of #utaustin in my piece for #TennisMajors #usopen #wta #americantennis #womenstennis

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Something brilliant has been transpiring on the south coast of England in the small city of Brighton and Hove. Brighton and Hove Albon F.C have not only transformed their fortunes on the football pitch in the said decade and a half, in no small part to their fantastic chairman TonyBloom but also added value to their local economy off the pitch thanks to their on-field success. Tony Bloom’s era began in League One and Brighton currently finds itself among the premier league regulars with strong finances grounded in a shrewd transfer policy that would be the envy of any club across the premier league. The ethos of scouting young players, who have the potential to be world-beaters and giving them a platform to achieve just that in the world’s most popular league and then shipping them off to the bigger clubs for exorbitant price tags has been a phenomenal success. They have sold Ben White (50 million£), Marc Cucurella (55 million£ 7 million£ in add-ons) and Moises Caicedo (100 million£ 15 million£ in add-ons) in just the last three years. Their squad is brimming with multiple talents (Kaoru Mitoma, Evan Ferguson, Julio Enciso and many more) that could fetch similar sums in the coming years. They have built up a setup to be able to identify the right coaches over the years to continue and build on the success they have had previously. When Graham Potter was lured away by Chelsea (not before having to pay a fat fee to Brighton), they found a replacement in Roberto De Zerbi, who has got Brighton playing so well that you would be forgiven for thinking that he has been there for the last decade. They are already playing in European competition this season, what Brighton could achieve in the coming years is anybody’s guess but it would take a brave person to bet against them. This is a case of how management at the top could completely transform any institution through long-term vision, a strong fundamental understanding of all areas of the business and passion for the project. #BrightonandHoveAlbionFC #Football #Business #Transfers 

🌟 Thrilled to share our article: a list of the 25 greatest athletes ( 5 honorable mentions) from 2000 to the present. Considering a global talent pool over a quarter century is no easy task, given the sheer number of sports. 📰✨ In this comprehensive piece (with custom artwork for each individual that is worth checking out in itself), we intended to maintain parity and focus on the impact of the athletes by acknowledging the multifaceted nature of athletic greatness. We employed a comprehensive and multi-faceted methodology that prioritizes quantitative analytics, qualitative assessment of achievements, and determining the overall impact. We analyzed metrics including championship victories, individual awards, records set or broken, and longevity in the sport. Additionally, we considered the athletes’ influence on their respective sports, their ability to excel on the international stage, and their impact outside of competition, including endorsements, philanthropy, and contribution to the sport’s growth. Feel free to like, share, or comment — we would love to hear your feedback! 💬 Click the link below to dive in: https://lnkd.in/gvga9A6D #Sports #NFL #NBA #MLB #NHL #PGATour #WSLTour #FIFA #Olympics #ATPTour #WPGATour #WBA #MotoGP #ICC #Formula1 #WNBA #UFC #Athletics #TopLists #Top25 #LegendaryAthletes

A massive @pacelablimited KPI is approach speed. Bowling is 3 Olympic sports in one, a sprint to start with, generating as much velocity and momentum as possible. 20-30% of ball velocity comes from a fast and Efficient approach, pull the momentum through the crease into a strong FFC “Fast bowlers who are unable to transfer momentum generated from the approach phase through the delivery sequence will never reach their full potential” Worthington - 2015. It’s all well and good charging in at top speed but you need to develop a motor pattern that allows for the timing of the sequencing to become effective. Being able to apply the mass specific force through the ground reaction forces is the end goal. Prior to that we need to ensure that the “dance” is in sync. @tomgiles170 as seen here representing his country runs in with significant meaning. You’ve got to want to bowl rockets to be able to do just that. Looking forward to a hard winter of working with Tom to see just how much speed we can gain. #rockets #internationalcricket #grf #msf #pacelabprinciples #theapproachzone

Here we stand, on the brink of greatness, united in purpose and bonded by resilience. We’re starting the biggest European Competition, Champions League! And as we gather in this tight circle, we epitomize unity, strength, and unyielding spirit.Each one of us is a thread, intricately woven into the fabric of this remarkable team. We've sweat, fought, and believed together, forging a bond that transcends individual brilliance. Our strengths lie not just in our skills, but in the unwavering support we offer each other.Remember, on every pitch, we are not eleven players; we are a collective force, a symphony of determination and passion. And we might not be the giants, but we are the artisans of our fate. Let's paint the canvas of these matches with our dedication, leaving every ounce of effort and heart out there.In this circle, we find not just solidarity but the embodiment of our shared dreams. We carry the hopes of every supporter, every coach, every staff and every individual who believes in our ability to defy expectations.As we step onto every pitch, remember the countless hours of practice, the sacrifices made, and the victories earned. Feel the pulse of our unity, the rhythm of our shared heartbeat propelling us forward.Let this moment be a testament to our unbreakable bond, our unrelenting will to fight until the last whistle. We won’t be just playing games; we're showcasing the essence of teamwork, the embodiment of passion, and the true meaning of what it means to stand as one.In this circle, we are invincible. Together, let's script a chapter of triumph, leaving an indelible mark in the history of this sport. Believe in each other, support each other, always want to step up and let our unity be the unstoppable force that propels us towards glory.These are not just matches; these are a testament to our unity, our resilience, and our unbreakable spirit. Let's write history, not as individuals, but as a team that stood tall, fought hard, and emerged victorious, in the many ways a victory can be created. In this competition, we will show the world the power of our circle, the strength of our unity. Let's do this! #uwcl #uefawomenschampionsleague