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Papers On Sports & Issues In Sports Management
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Biomechanics of the Tennis Forehand Stroke
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A 5 page paper discussing the kinesiology and the mechanics of the forehand swing in tennis. The kinesiology of the tennis forehand ground stroke must be understood within the context of an assessment of the musculature and an understanding of rotation and acceleration and deceleration, while the mechanics of the swing, once understood, can be used to achieve a more powerful swing. It is crucial that the player combines understanding of the two aspects of the swing to achieve the greatest results possible. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSbioTenFore.rtf
Biomechanics of the Tennis Serve
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A 4 page paper discussing the kinesiology and the mechanics of the tennis serve, with particular attention given to the muscles used and their type of contraction during use; as well as prevention of injury. The paper discusses positioning of the trunk prior to impact as an effective means of avoiding shoulder injury. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSbioTenSrvs.rtf
Black Sprinters And Performance
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A 15 page literature review that is developed to support the thesis that there are racially specific physiological differences between black and white sprinters that impact athlete performance. Bibliography lists 21 sources.
Filename: Sprint.wps
Bodybuilding vs Casual Weight Lifting / The Creation of a Subculture
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This 20 page paper considers the issue of whether bodybuilding has actually become a subculture in the United States. This paper presents a proposal for a research study and outlines the current literature reflecting the differences between bodybuilders and casual weight lifters as a means of supporting the hypothesis of the developed bodybuilding subculture. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Bodybu.wps
Boxing Champion Mike Tyson
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A 5 page argumentative essay which examines the life and career of this controversial heavyweight champion, and questions what is to blame for his personal and professional downfall (rape conviction, controversial conduct in the ring). Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGtyson.rtf
Business Proposal: Women's Professional Football Team
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A 5 page paper that presents selected components of a business proposal for establishing a new professional women's football team in Detroit. The sections include: a description of the business; the objective; industry analysis, including brief overview of history of this sport; potential for success; discussion about budgetary issues; and marketing plan. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGwpfl.rtf
Byron Nelson / Golf's Legend of Eternal Fame
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A 10 page paper discussing the sport of golf and the contributions and accomplishments of Byron Nelson whose phenomenal winnings in 1944 and 1945 still have the world of golf at attention. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Byron.wps
Cal Ripken's "Road to the Streak"
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The story of baseball great Cal Ripken, Jr. is discussed in this 5 page paper. The focus of the paper is on Ripken's relationship with his father, who also coached the Orioles. Insights into the man's upbringing are given as well as data about Ripken's astounding record as a major league player. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ripken.wps
CARBOHYDRATES AND ATHLETES: A LITERATURE REVIEW
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This 13-page paper is a literature review about carbohydrates and athletes. The discussion centers around the benefits of carbs on athletic performance. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: MTcarath.rtf
Casey Martin and the PGA Lawsuit
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5 pages. Casey Martin, the professional golfer with a disability, filed a lawsuit against the Professional Golf Association under the Americans with Disabilities Act. This paper details the facts of his case as well as the chronology of events throughout the court proceedings. Comments are made as to the impact of this case on society at large and the sporting world in particular. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: JGAgolfs.rtf
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