In the modern game of basketball, which is characterized by fast-paced and high-scoring offense, if there remains a cornerstone to championship success, it is defense. Although there will be headlines surrounding high-scoring players, it is the defensive specialists that will quietly dictate and change games while shutting down star players, rim protection, and flow of … Read more
There was a period when the game of basketball was played with tall centres, mid-range jump shots and post-ups in the paint. However, over the last twenty years, the game has changed — changed by one idea: the 3-point shot. Once considered a risky toss, the long-distance shot is now the league’s most valuable weapon. … Read more
Few things in global sport elicit feeling, rivalry and passion like a football derby. Whether divided by a river, a city street or generations of history, local derbies are transformed into cultural events that brought communities together, fracture debate, and display the essence of the game. From Manchester to Milan, here’s a sample of some … Read more
Football is often described as a simple game – 22 players, one ball, and 90 minutes. But those who have ever played or watched the sport will have felt how weather and climate can transform a routine affair into a tactical and physical examination. Whether it’s the cold bite of an English winter’s night, or … Read more
In the last few years, there has been an increasing awareness of mental health in professional football. While mental and physical well-being to performance have always been prioritized, players, coaches, and higher management have come to recognize that mental resilience may be equally important to success on and off the field. The Pressures of Professional … Read more
The issue of natural grass vs artificial turf has been around for many years in sports like football, rugby, and other field sports. Artificial turf is really attractive because it is relatively low maintenance and very durable, however, both athletes and sports medicine professionals express concerns about its safety. So, which is better for the … Read more
Basketball has always been a changing game—from the shot clock to the fast break and every variation in between, anything that changes the game changes how the game is played. However, few changes have had as much effect as the 3-point revolution. Once seen as a novelty shot that was taken only sometimes, in the … Read more
There are few rules in football that create debate, confusion and, sometimes, heated discussion than the offside rule. Whether among just an average spectator in the stands, a manager in the dugout, or even a professional referee, the application of the offside law has been an argument for many years; however, the offside law is … Read more
What sets cricket apart as a sport is that it exists in three different formats. You have Test matches, ODIs, and T20s. Each format requires different skills, strategies, and mindset. For players, one of the biggest challenges of modern cricket is being able to adapt across formats. Here’s a look into each format – and … Read more
Sprint speed is a vital concept in the modern game of football. Whether it is a winger sprinting down the wing, a striker looking to beat the defensive line, or a defender trying to sprint back to stop an opposing counterattack—the ability to sprint is influential within the game. However, sprint speed is not just … Read more