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The Mount Everest Disaster Was Propelled by Greed
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This 6 page paper evaluates Krakauer's true life experience that culminated in the work Into Thin Air. The fact that wealthy people were led to their deaths on what was supposed to be an adventure is explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA215ITA.rtf

The New York City Marathon
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A 4 page book review on Anything For A T-shirt by Ron Rubin, which chronicles the saga of The New York City Marathon and the innovative impresario who made this annual street theater/sporting event possible. Rubin explains how the annual event is much more than simply a sporting event, as it brings together the diverse peoples who make New York City their home in a way that not only creates a sense of community, but is also personally empowering to the individual participants. In addition to describing the marathon itself, Rubin's book is also very much a biography of an extraordinary man, the man who brought the world The New York City Marathon, Fred Lebow. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khnycm.rtf

The Physics of Basketball
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the physics of basketball. Both the physics of bouncing the ball as well as shooting hoops are discussed. The advantage of the underhand throw is emphasized. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA246bkt.rtf

The Relationship Between Exercise and Mood
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This 5 page paper looks at several scientific studies which show that exercise can in fact elevate one's mood. Serotonin and Endorphins are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA246exe.rtf

The Roots of BMX Racing
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This 7 page paper provides a historical account of BMX racing as well as providing a description of the sport. A comparison to mountain biking is also included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA002BMX.rtf

The Techniques Of Fly Fishing
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An 8 page technical paper on fly fishing equipment. The writer details the types of rods, reels, line, and flies which are appropriate for beginners. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Flyfish.wps

The Use of Caffeine to Enhance Speed Performance in Sports: A Review of Literature
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of a review of literature on the issue of caffeine use and the impacts of student athlete performance. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHCaffei.rtf

Winning in Sports -- Where's the 'Zone?'
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An 8 page essay on the state of sports psychology as it is currently journal-reported, regardless of what its actual practice might be. All of the journal literature reviewed reported statistical manipulations of standard psychological tests. Only one article provided any deviation from the pattern, and that was one that originated in Australia and drew distinctions between 'elite' and 'non-elite' without actually managing to define the terms. The paper discusses the disadvantages of current research methods (there are plenty) and proposes other approaches. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Zone.rtf

Women's Basketball Injuries / Damage to The Anterior Cruciate Ligament
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This 12 page, comprehensive research paper examines common basketball injuries, preventive techniques, and which groups are more likely to suffer from them. At least 80% of the discussion focuses upon women's injuries and physiological factors causing the gender to suffer more frequently from damages to the anterior cruciate ligament specifically. Numerous studies are cited. Bibliography lists more than 20 sources.
Filename: Sportinj.wps

Youth Sports - Article Review
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This 3 page paper comments on four separate journal articles about youth sports. All articles, in one way or another, discusses the need for coaches to know about child development. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGythsp.rtf