Reviews and Blog Posts: Sports

Sporting PRIDE

Submitted by Laurie. on June 1, 2011 - 4:26pm
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If you're a sports fan, chances are good you've heard some trash-talk at sporting events.  Athletes are now bringing their A-game to promote tolerance.

The San Francisco Giants have made sports history with their contribution to Dan Savage's It Gets Better Project supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered youth with the promise that their futures will be brighter. The National Basketball Association along with its partners has promoted Think B4 You Speak during the NBA finals.

A tribute

Submitted by MelissaS on May 11, 2011 - 12:46pm
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Cycling. The sport of professional cycling is one of the most unique, bizarre and passionate sports viewed and participated in worldwide.

Two days ago, pro-cyclist Wouter Weylandt from Belgium, age 26, died on a descent just 12.4 miles from the finish line during the Giro D'Italia pro-cycling tour of Italy.

The sport of professional cycling yields danger each day as cyclists bike up to 244 kilometers (+) or 155 miles per day for up to three weeks straight, with perhaps a two or three day break the entire time.

Do You Believe in Miracles?!

Submitted by Tara on February 22, 2011 - 1:55am
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The event known as The Miracle on Ice occurred on February 22, 1980 in Lake Placid, New York. The United States Hockey Team defeated the Soviet Union Hockey Team by a score of 4 to 3, widely considered to be the biggest upset in sports history. This win did not secure the gold medal for the team, however, it was earned after defeating the team from Finland.

The Disney film, Miracle, starring Kurt Russell as Coach Brooks, portrayed this historic event to a new generation of sports fans. Paying excellent attention to historical details, the film not only delves into the minds and motivations of the players, but the national fervor that they were embodying.

Football Films

Submitted by Tara on February 3, 2011 - 8:53pm
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The 45th Annual Super Bowl is this Sunday, February 6, 2011. Whether you are rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Green Bay Packers, these football films will have you cheering! Which football film is your favorite?

Let's Get Ready to Rumble!

Submitted by Tara on October 12, 2010 - 6:53pm
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WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) comes to the Pepsi Center this Saturday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m. This modern theatrical sport bears little resemblance to the ancient athletic rite of passage, but its place in popular culture can not be denied. Can't make it to the event? Check out these great DVDs!

Recently Released Wrestling DVDs include:

George Steinbrenner 1930-2010

Submitted by Tara on July 13, 2010 - 8:53am
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Controversial baseball legend, George Michael "The Boss" Steinbrenner III, owner of the New York Yankees, has passed away, a week after his 80th birthday.

Many books have been written about Mr. Steinbrenner. Regarding himself, he said, "I'm really 95 percent Mr. Rogers, and only 5 percent Oscar the Grouch."

Against All Odds

Submitted by Tara on June 29, 2010 - 5:27am
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Looking for a little inspiration? These uplifting films will make nothing seem out of reach.

Great Moments in Sports

Submitted by Janet on June 24, 2010 - 11:56am
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010: What a day this has been in sports! World Cup Soccer saw two crucial games played simultaneously. Later the Colorado Rockies come back in the bottom of the 9th. First, soccer: USA v. Algeria and England v. Slovenia. If USA wins, we advance to the next round. If England wins, then USA has to win to advance. A tie (OK, a draw) is not enough. That's why the games are played simultaneously.

Double the tension for everyone involved, because everyone knows how the other game is going. England scores early, so now there is real pressure for USA to score. USA has chance after chance to score and they keep missing! Then, miracle of miracles, the ball goes in!! But no, denied again. Referee says no goal - who knows why, and we learned earlier this week that the referees don't have to give a reason. Time is running out and hope is dwindling.

Just Kickin' It: Soccer Films

Submitted by Tara on June 23, 2010 - 9:49pm
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Does the World Cup have you on the edge of your seat? Just can't get enough soccer? The Library has oodles of films for soccer fans!

Feature Films

Winter Sports Films

Submitted by Tara on February 16, 2010 - 1:38pm
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Not enough winter sports on TV for you? Check out this list of seriously cool winter sports films. Featuring the best and funniest of hockey, ice skating, curling, and skiing films.

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