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This summer has been great if you follow sports: tennis championships, end-of-season tournaments, soccer’s European Championship, and Copa America – all leading up to the most global event of all, the Olympics. The Olympic Games began as a religious celebration in ancient Greece, with competitions to honor their gods. However, the Olympics declined once the Roman Empire…

Amongst all the excited chatter about the upcoming game, many NFL player’s faith and prayer have come to the forefront of conversations.

When it comes to finding the perfect name for a baby, it can seem impossible. With so many options out there, it can be hard to figure out where to even start. One common theme over the decades is people choosing their favorite athletes as inspiration. When someone is in the news enough, their name…

Hall of Famer and 15-time All Star Tony Gwynn, who passed away on June 16th, was more than just a remarkable hitter; he embodied the qualities of sportsmanship, humility, and excitement that make baseball such a great American sport. Gwynn played 20 seasons (1982-2001) for the San Diego Padres and never hit below .309 in any full season. Here,…

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