Promoting inclusion and representation: the role of cultural diversity in sport Borders
Author: Kevin Smyth
It’s harder than ever to win on the PGA Tour.The depth of professional golf has only grown in recent years, and a new wave of young stars enter the sport each year and make their mark on the PGA Tour. In 2024, there were 15 new winners, meaning almost 33% of all Tour events were won by first-timers.Then there was Scottie Scheffler, who won seven PGA Tour events in addition to winning the Olympics and the Hero World Challenge. Xander Schauffele has won two major tournaments. Rory McIlroy won the Wells Fargo for the fourth time.However, not every star has…
WNBA Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark has yet another major honor on her resume: Time Magazine’s 2024 Athlete of the Year.With her long-range 3-point shooting and incredible passing skills, the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft led the Indiana Fever to their first playoff berth since 2016, while ushering in a new level of visibility and fandom for the league.All this after leading the University of Iowa to a 34-5 record and the NCAA women’s tournament championship game while break all-time Division I career record.The announcement was made on Tuesday NBC’s Today show and in an accompanying…
Liverpool chase Real Madrid target if Trent Alexander-Arnold joins Los BlancosLiverpool could take revenge Real Madrid if Trent Alexander-Arnold joined the La Liga champions.Alexander-Arnold is approaching decision time at Anfield as he enters the final six months of his contract at the Premier League leaders.Mixed reports about his intentions have flooded the gossip pages in Spain and the UK in recent days. but without a firm update on a renewal.If Real Madrid achieve their goal of convincing the 26-year-old to take the plunge, it will be a huge blow for Liverpool.However, according to reports from Teamtalk.comLiverpool could have a plan…
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Caitlin Clark is at the top of the athlete world – as she has been for the past year. So, it makes sense that she was named TIME Athlete of the Year Tuesday morning.Clark, between his stay in Iowa and on the Indiana fever in 2024, has captivated the sports world with his flashy 3-point shots and sneaky plays. She was named Rookie of the Year almost unanimously (obtain 66 votes out of 67) and finished fourth overall in MVP voting as the most voted guard.“Historic,” Clark told TIME when asked to describe his past year. “…I was able to…
Untangling the relationship between alcohol and club culture in women’s amateur football Phys.org
Only five male golfers have completed the career Grand Slam.Twelve more are set to join this exclusive group, but for most the window has closed.The Grand Slam, of course, includes the four men’s majors: Masters, PGA Championship, US Open and Open Championship.There are three active golfers who have a chance to win the Grand Slam. Here’s a look at the 12 golfers who have won three of the four majors.Phil MickelsonPhil Mickelson speaks to the media after playing the third round of the 2018 US Open at Shinnecock Hills GC.Mickelson has six majors but is also a six-time US Open…
NEW YORK — The past year has provided women’s basketball fans with some never-before-seen entertaining events.The Liberty – the WNBA’s last original franchise – ended its 27-year drought and won the elusive title. It was the first basketball title won in New York since the Knicks won the NBA crown in 1973.Before the basketball world saw the Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx in five thrilling games, the league experienced tremendous growth coinciding with the addition of young stars like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Rickea Jackson.And we were even treated to a first competition of its kind during NBA All-Star…
“You never know” – Man United fan favorite teases January move to Man CityManchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo has invited the fury of the fans who love and adore him to Old Trafford.The striker won three Premier League titles with Man United under Sir Alex Ferguson and won the Ballon d’Or during his time with the Premier League giants.His second stint did not end as well as he would have liked, with the player arguing with Erik ten Hag at the club, which ultimately became the reason for his departure from Old Trafford.The legendary striker has now announced a January…