As with everything else, competitive sports in schools and colleges are constantly evolving. While mainstays like track, football and soccer remain the most popular, some...
On Wednesday May 16th, Canberra resident Ron Ginnivan became the world's first person to complete a half marathon, whilst floating around in a hot air balloon. The imposs...
The speed-related events at the Olympics are so competitive that even a hundredth of a second can make a difference between the gold and silver medal. It is therefore no...
The morning began as one of those rare days when Hawaiian-born Garrett McNamara did not really want to go surf. It ended, being the day when the 44-year old rode a wave t...
A year after Yves 'Jetman' Rossy stunned the world by flying over the Grand Canyon using just his wings, he has done it again - This time, with a flight over the Brazil's...
If you thought flying cars were something you would only encounter in Harry Potter movies, you are in for a pleasant surprise. That's because there are now not one, but t...
A 12-year old Malibu youngster has achieved what even professional skateboarders like Shaun White and Mitchie Brasco have been unable to do - Land a perfect 1080. For tho...
While snowboarding was once considered an exciting sport practiced only by an elite few, today it is one even young kids seem to master quite easily. It is therefore no w...
On Sunday, March 4th, thousands of fans gathered at Willow Lake, Anchorage, to give a rousing send-off to the 66 mushers and their crew of between 12-16 dogs competing in...
Skateboards has come a long way since their when they were nothing but handlebar-less scooters fitted with roller-skate wheels. Over the years, they have become more aero...
In August 2012, Austrian skydiver Felix Baumgartner will attempt a feat that has never been done before - freefall off a specially made capsule from the edge of space - 1...
Most toddlers cannot lift a paddle, let alone be coordinated enough to return balls. But take a look at this youngster. Though he can barely sit up, he seems to have no p...
Today Is Super Bowl Sunday - America's biggest game day. While all football finals are highly anticipated, this one is even more so, because it is a re-match of the 2008...
What has diving got to do with a board game like Checkers? A lot, if you are thinking of competing in the national Checkers championship in Janeda, Estonia. That's becaus...
While the rest of us were busy shopping for Christmas gifts, 15-year old Jordan Romero was doing what he loves best - Climbing a mountain. And not just any mountain, but...
Ever since US first lady Michelle Obama has come to the White House, she has been focused on how to make American kids healthier. Her 'Let's Move' campaign launched in 20...
What does playing musical instruments have to do with boxing? A lot according to James VanDemark, a professor at the Rochester's Eastman School of Music. In fact, he is s...
If you have ever wished to frolic in the ocean like a dolphin - Flying in and out of the water, without a worry in the world, you are in luck, thanks to this exciting new...
While the tiny nation of American Samoa has been successful in producing great American Football players like Junior Seau and Troy Polamalu, the same cannot be said about...
While exciting, surfing competitions are usually all about which athlete is successful in catching and riding the highest possible wave. However, at this recently held ev...
Today, when most people are adapting real life games into video games, one boy has chosen to do just the opposite. Twelve-year-old British resident Sam Beards, recently r...
Though there are more than 20 Ironman competitions held around the World, none compares to the Hawaiian Championship, which took place in the city of Kailua, Kona, on Sat...
We often hear about athletes helping their own team members in need. However, helping out someone from a rival team is almost unheard of. But that's exactly the kind of s...
While representing their country in the 2012 London Olympics will be a badge of honor for all the athletes, none will be as proud as Oscar Pistorious - A 26-year old Sout...