Obscure Sports
‘The Role That I Have Now Is My Way To Serve Out Of Uniform’: How The 5k Frogman Swim Honors Fallen Navy SEALs
The 5k Frogman Swim Series features swimmers and kayakers who compete in an open water race to help raise money for the Navy SEAL Foundation. Organized by Geoff Leard, active duty, veterans, and civilians participate every year in Tampa, Boston, and San Francisco.
Is Pillow Fighting The Newest Combat Sport?
If you own a pillow, odds are you’ve been in a pillow fight once or twice. But did you ever think it would become a professional combat sport?
Into The Depths Of An Untapped Sport: Finding Peace In The Open Water
In the world of open water swimming, these women are braving the cold waters to set records, overcome tragedy, and find their strength. The post Into The Depths Of An Untapped Sport: Finding Peace In The Open Water appeared first on GoodSport.
The Fight For Women In Sumo Wrestling
Sumo wrestling is recognized as the national sport of Japan. It’s also traditionally been a male-only sport, but it’s gaining popularity among women and they are fighting for their place in history. The post The Fight For Women In Sumo Wrestling appeared first on GoodSport.
Grandmaster Chess Champion Takes On Her Toughest Opponent Yet
Grandmaster Irina Krush survived a case of coronavirus in spring 2020. She used the same competitive mentality that made her a champion to overcome it. The post Grandmaster Chess Champion Takes On Her Toughest Opponent Yet appeared first on GoodSport.
What On Earth Is Pickleball?
What do you get when you mix the elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong? Pickleball. Yes, you read that correctly, pickleball. The post What On Earth Is Pickleball? appeared first on GoodSport.
The Grueling Sport Of Underwater Rugby
Laura Froelich of Twitter talks about the role sports content plays on their social media platform. The post The Grueling Sport Of Underwater Rugby appeared first on GoodSport.
Blogging About Plogging, A Popular New Sport Of Sorts
What the heck is plogging? Well, it is one of the few sports that is focused on helping the environment. Oh and the competition is fierce. The post Blogging About Plogging, A Popular New Sport Of Sorts appeared first on GoodSport.
Chess Boxing: The Ultimate Battle Using Brains And Brawn
Chess boxing is gaining popularity as a sport that allows a competitor to knock an opponent out both mentally and physically. The post Chess Boxing: The Ultimate Battle Using Brains And Brawn appeared first on GoodSport.
As The Worm Turns – A Game Made Just For Worm Lovers
It might not be the sport of sports, but worm charming has carved out a niche for those who like to get down and dirty. The post As The Worm Turns – A Game Made Just For Worm Lovers appeared first on GoodSport.
The Next Great Sport In America Might Just Be Bubble Soccer
Bubble soccer arrived on the scene nine years ago and is gaining traction and popularity across the globe. The post The Next Great Sport In America Might Just Be Bubble Soccer appeared first on GoodSport.
Toe Wrestling Is Anything But A Footnote In the World of Sports
Toe wrestling has a foot hold on competitors across the globe. The post Toe Wrestling Is Anything But A Footnote In the World of Sports appeared first on GoodSport.