The Greatest Show on Earth – the 2008 Olympics Games, With Emphasis on Track and Field

November 26, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

glenford whitter asked: I have been following the Modern Olympic Games from as far back as the Montreal and the Moscow games in 1976 and 1980. Never have I seen so much interest and anticipation leading up to these games. Inspite of the cloud that surrounds polution in Beijing, China, the intrigue and interest continues [...]

So How Long Has Michael Phelps Been Training to be a Champion?

May 22, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Ed Bagley asked: Copyright © 2008 Ed BagleyStories about teenage phenoms winning gold medals and setting world records at world-class swimming competitions are legion. The list is long and you can add Michael Phelps’ name to the list.Phelps began swimming for the North Baltimore Aquatic Club at age 7. He was diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity [...]

Beijing 2008 Olympic Games: Lessons for Nigeria

May 21, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Emeka Esogbue asked: The 2008 Olympic Games have come and gone with Nigeria the largest Black nation and giant of Africa returning to Africa the place she rightly belongs with one silver and three bronze medals. Those who refused to blame the country hinge their argument on shabby preparations and arrangements made possible by the [...]