CJ Prutch 
Pickup basketball can be fun, competitive, and beneficial to your overall health. It can also be intimidating and overwhelming if you’re not familiar with how to play. In this article, I will help you with the basics and etiquette of playing pickup basketball. That way next time you play or if you’re asked to play, … Read more
Special teams in football play a crucial role in determining the outcome of a game, despite being on the field for only around 20% of the time. These units are responsible for all plays that revolve around the kicking game, which includes attempting a kick, returning a kick, or defending a kick. While they may … Read more
In the game of baseball, a critical aspect of a batter’s performance is their ability to make effective contact with the ball. The term “whiff” refers to an unsuccessful swing that results in the batter missing the ball entirely. This missed contact can be attributed to several factors. Including improper technique, bad mechanics, or simply … Read more
The Major League Baseball (MLB) playoffs are an exciting culmination to the regular season, where the top-performing teams compete for the championship. Occurring annually in October, this intense competition showcases the best of baseball talent and determines which team will ultimately be crowned as the World Series champion. The structure of the playoffs can sometimes … Read more
Basketball like most sports has many terms or nicknames that seem to not fit with the sport. Like baseball with terms such as “can of corn” for a routine flyball. Or football with “carry the rock” for holding onto the football. Even golf has funny terms like “shank” for a bad hit. All are fun … Read more
If you’re an American sports fan, most likely soccer isn’t your favorite sport. In fact, it ranks 5th behind Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Hockey. It’s very close in popularity with Hockey. However, worldwide soccer is by far the most popular sport. Especially in Europe and Latin America. Many Americans ask though, why is soccer so … Read more
If you’ve watched any level of basketball, particularly high school, college, or NBA, you’ve probably heard the term “triple-double”. But what does it mean? Is it a statistic? Achievement? What stats are involved, if any? What is a triple-double in basketball? A triple double is when a player reaches double digits in 3 of the … Read more
One of the most common plays in basketball, especially the NBA and College, is the Pick and Roll. Some of the best teams and players in the NBA have mastered the Pick and Roll. The Pick and Roll has greatly increased both team win totals and players offensive stats. What is a Pick and Roll … Read more
When watching a baseball game, it may be confusing to see runners sliding into bases. Especially when it seems like running through or to the base would be faster. There are many reasons why runners slide which we will get into detail in this article. So, why do baseball players slide? The main reason baseball … Read more
Ball boys and girls are a familiar sight at Major League Baseball games, serving the important role of retrieving foul balls and ensuring an efficient pace of play. They are well-respected across MLB for their hard work and dedication, but how much do these essential team members earn for their efforts? While their salaries may … Read more