Mental health is an issue that football has a difficult relationship with. Despite all the advancements that have been made in the game, whether it be physical conditioning, shoe design or injury treatment, the topic of mental health continues to draw an uncomfortable breath from players and coaches. Mental health remains an area considered taboo in football circles, although efforts are being made to end the stigma attached to it. World Soccer Talk discussed the topic of football and mental health with Dr Vincent Gouttebarge, Chief Medical Officer of the World Players’ Union FIFpro. Here are his thoughts: Discussion on…
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SAN JOSE, Calif. – I’ve written about this silly topic before. But apparently I have to do it again and again with an even rhythm Stronger voice:DON’T HIT GOLF BALLS INTO MOTHER NATURE AIM EXACTLY!It’s as direct and severe as possible. An influencer’s stupid antics caused the topic to explode last week. It is time to end this dangerous and sometimes illegal practice once and for all. I consider this to be the biggest no-no in golf because it has a bigger impact than just the golf course. This harms our already struggling planet’s environment. What’s bigger than that? When…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – NOVEMBER 07: Thembinkosi Lorch of Orlando Pirates during the DStv Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium on November 07, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images) Orlando Pirates have released a statement on Thembinkosi Lorch after a court ruling on his protracted case was finally handed down. Yesterday, Lorch appeared in the Randburg Magistrates Court and was sentenced to a straight term of imprisonment of three years, suspended for five years and subject to strict conditions..Read: Gabuza in trouble with the law, hearing date set He was further…
$600: Sam Snead popularized a style of putting named after this other pastime on grass and balls; the PGA no longer allows it. The $600 question presents a legitimate challenge, even for the golf enthusiasts among us. This did, however, inspire some guesswork from competitors. First, Kyle guessed: “What is pétanque?” Incorrect. Then Monya De, a health reporter from Santa Monica, California, ventured: “What is lawn bowling? Wrong again. Finally, with time running out, Khalilah Walters, an attorney from Danville, Virginia, came up with the correct answer: What is croquet? $800: The 17th of this Scottish club’s Old Course is…
SoccerAfter seven successful seasons with Real Madrid in Spain, Casemiro joined Premier League club Manchester United last summer. After a few months in his new home, the Brazilian was recently asked about the differences between the two championships.By Martina AlchevaUpdated February 25, 2023 at 2:34 p.m. EDTUpdated February 25, 2023 at 2:34 p.m. EDT© Naomi Baker/Getty ImagesCasemiro of Manchester UnitedIt was crucial that Manchester United successfully recruited last summer when Erik Ten Hag was hired to try to turn around the club’s fortunes. At this stage of his first season, it’s safe to say that the Dutchman has made all…
Trees can be a very controversial subject on a golf course and their impact on the health and playability of the turf is significant. Tree management and removal are often two of the most controversial topics in many facilities. To help guide tree management decisions and create consensus among decision makers, it is helpful to seek advice from outside experts, such as golf course architects and USGA agronomists. Many courses require working with an agronomist to develop a tree management plan be extremely useful. One of the key elements of a successful tree management plan is having well-defined criteria for…
Copa AmericaArgentina and Chile finally kicked off their Copa America 2021 journey in what was a highly anticipated match. Fans around the world have been paying attention to this game and going wild on the internet with memes and funny reactions.By Martin O’donnellJune 14, 2021 7:01 p.m. EDTJune 14, 2021 7:01 p.m. EDTMessi was a trending topic as Argentina began their 2021 Copa America campaign (Getty).Martin O’Donnell is a sports writer for Bolavip US covering football, NFL and NBA. Since February 2021, he has covered the action of Conmebol, Concacaf and UEFA live during the international breaks. On occasion, he…
By: Sean Zak February 14, 2024 Tiger Woods will play the first two rounds of the Genesis Invitational alongside Justin Thomas and Gary Woodland. Getty Images PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. — Even though it seems like Tiger Woods is making a splashy annual return to the Genesis by invitation, this one is different in many ways. There’s his body, another year older, no more of his bones merged than last year. There are the clothes draped on this body, a new brand he launched on Monday. (Sorry, Nike.) Here’s his looper, Lance Barrett, which is new in the bag and new…
Soccer-Chelsea’s Potter says ‘shine’ up to more expensive haircut ON POINT Potter’s brilliance became a hot topic on social media after he replaced Thomas Tuchel last month, with the…
A new documentary series chronicling the lives of Premier League WAGs is set to be released, with a similar theme to Showmax’s ‘Sports Wives’. A new documentary series chronicling the lives of Premier League WAGs is set to be released, with a similar theme to Showmax’s ‘Sports Wives’. Check it out!What is the story?A new six-part documentary series, which follows Arsenal’s high-profile star partners Everton, Manchester City and Nottingham Forest, is set to air this week.Similar to Showmax’s “Sports Wives” offering, Amazon’s “Married to the Game” shows a different side of soccer stars, primarily through the perspective of WAGs (Wives…