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How do defenders score goals when part of a formation When playing in a 4-5-1 or 4-4-3 formation you are meant to stay in your zone on the pitch. The defenders need to be part of the back 4 and not move into the forward postions. How then do defenders get out of position and actually score goals ? Given that goals a...	As mentioned in other answers, defenders can also be important for set pieces.
How to start running I didn't run many years. I swim in a pool. Now I am feeling I need to start running. Have someone suggest me how to start running from scratch? I am 35 years old. PS. The strength and spirit, I have :). <Q> Start easy! <S> Run for 5 minutes, then walk for 5 minutes, repeat... <S> When you have...	What worked for me was: Install Runkeeper or any other GPS tracking device on my phone to be able to track progress
Stomping after a table tennis serve or follow through? I often see a lot of veterans stomp their feet after hitting the ball. Why would one want to stomp after hitting the ball? Is this purely a stylistic issue? Or does it improve ones follow-through? You can see an example here . <Q> The sound of the contact can o...	Some players stomp during the serve to hide the sound of the racquet hitting the ball.
Are you allowed to play zone defense in the NBA? I remember in the "old days" that if a referee caught a team playing zone defense that they would blow the whistle to stop the play and call "Illegal Defense". I haven't seen this foul called in a very long time so I'm not sure if it is because teams have gotten smarte...	The NBA currently permits the use of zones; however, teams generally do not use them as a primary defensive strategy and no zone defense may feature an unguarded defender inside the free-throw lane (a violation of that results in a defensive three-second violation, which is a technical foul).
Why does a foul ball not count as a third strike? From the Wikipedia entry for foul ball A strike is issued for the batter if he had fewer than two strikes ...A strike is, however, recorded for the pitcher for every foul ball thebatter hits, regardless of the count. Why isn´t the batter struck out if he hits a fou...	Advancing the count in this case serves to add drama and keeps the batter from engaging in a long series of foul offs with no consequence.
Why isn't spiking the football intentional grounding? I understand that spiking the football is a time management technique in American football, but I don't understand why there is no penalty (e.g. intentional grounding) associated with it? <Q> This is actually a special rule case . <S> Section 2 Intentional Groun...	Stopping Clock A player under center is permitted to stop the game clock legally to save time if, immediately upon receiving the snap, he begins a continuous throwing motion and throws the ball directly into the ground.
Why do the balls used in rugby and American football have a similar shape? Is there any reason for the fact that rugby and American football share this (quite unusual) ball shape? Do they have common roots? Does the American football ball come from the rugby one (which doesn't have the laces)? Is there any accepted...	An American football needs to be thrown over long distances, and the ball's shape helps it maintain its trajectory and is therefore easier to throw.
Is running uphill harder or easier than running downhill? Which is harder, running uphill or running downhill? I have done the Salt Lake City, Utah marathon and it has a huge chunk of descending. I think circa 5000 feet vertical the route of the year I ran it. I was surprised how much my quads hurt from catching mys...	Running uphill in itself is not more demanding unless you have a tendency to try to sprint uphill.
What advantages does a softer putter provide? I've seen soft putters advertised on disc-golf websites and in stores. What advantages does a soft flexible putter provide? I've heard that they "grab the chains" better but what does that actually mean. Is there a physics explanation or is this just all hype? <Q> Grip is a...	Granted, if both discs were given the same exact flight path, a softer putter would do a better job of dispersing the energy of the disc hitting the chains better, but you're more likely to get consistent releases with a stiffer plastic.
Pace strategy for Marathons Very short: what is the best pace strategy for a Marathon? A little longer: usually when I participate in a race (10 km, 15 km or HM), I tend to run the first part of the race at a pace that is 5-10 seconds slower per km than my target pace. And then make up for that during the rest of the ...	Analysis of top international runners shows that they run the first half of the race slightly slower than the second half. Some runners "lose" 30 seconds of time in the first mile due to trying to zig-zag through the slow people that inappropriately seeded themselves in the front of the chute, and then they stress abou...
In cricket, how is it decided from which end to start the match? In cricket, how is it decided from which end to start the match? Is this a per-ground convention, a decision of the umpires, or either of the captains? Is each innings necessarily started from the same end? <Q> The fielding captain decides from which end...	So, preference of opening bowlers will help the fielding captain determine from which end play will begin. There is nothing in the laws to govern this point. Sometimes, the grass covering on a pitch varies from one end to another. The flow of wind:- which helps a swing bowler.
During a race, how often should I drink water? I've run a number of races, and there are almost always a number of water stations. I don't usually stop for water on the short races, but I'm not sure how long of a race I should do that for - when should I start drinking water? How much and often should I drink it? <Q> H...	If you're thirsty, drink. It depends on the race and the weather.
Has there ever been a situation where the outfielder has intentionally dropped a foul ball to prevent a run from scoring from third? I can foresee a situation when a team is tied or up by one run, late in the game, where an outfielder may intentionally drop a catchable ball in foul territory to prevent an opposing runn...	Most of the time what will happen is if there are less than 2 outs, the outfielder simply will not run as hard to catch the ball -- or if he is able to arrive to the location of the foul ball with enough time, chances are he will be able to set himself up for a strong throw to the plate.
Points are given in tennis 15-30-40. Why 40? Tennis scoring goes 15-30-40-game. Why 40? Why not 45? What is the meaning of the points being given in tennis as 15-30-40-game? What is the history of this scoring calculation? <Q> The answer to this is a little convoluted and the answer is just what is "believed" to have b...	To make the score stay within the "60" ticks on the clock face, the 45 was changed to 40. It is possible that a clock face was used on court, with a quarter move of the hand to indicate a score of 15, 30, and 45. The scoring nomenclature came from the French game
What is a good way to run during the winter? What is a good way to run during the winter in cold countries with snow? How can you maintain your training without having to run on a treadmill, which I don't enjoy? Should I look for other shoes and clothes that are more fitted for cold weather or should I try to find othe...	If it's not snowing hard or particularly icy, you should be fine in your regular shoes. Unless you're an elite runner who needs to keep improving, just concentrate on getting enough exercise to maintain your fitness. For temperatures around 0C, I use long, stretchy pants, underpants and simple running t-shirt, coupled ...
Is one Marathon per season more unhealthy than three Marathon per season? Although it seems rather counter-intuitive to me, I have heard multiple times that running just a single Marathon per season is more unhealthy than 3-4 Marathons per season. The reasoning seems to be that it should be rather stressful to the bod...	It's not actually running the marathons that's more healthy, it's staying in marathon shape for the whole time, as opposed to building up to a marathon, then letting yourself go for the rest of the season, then having to build up for the next marathon, etc.
How does having a pacesetter help set a record? Often pacesetters are used to set the correct pace to help break a record. For cyclists there is an obvious physical advantage in running in a group, as those in the middle/back of the group have less wind resistance. Is there a similar benefit for long-distance runners...	At the highest level, a pace setter helps ensure they meet their game plan for the race exactly. There can be a physical benefit to running (closely) behind someone, just as in cycling, especially if it's a windy day. The main benefit is psychological but it's not because you worry about the time.
Why is drafting allowed on the bike in an Olympic triathlon and not otherwise? The Olympic (or International) distance triathlon is 1500m swim, 40K bike, 10K run. Yet when run as the qualifier or at the Olympics, this is draft legal. Where as all tris of that distance I have ever raced (since I will never be fast e...	In recreational races, the race organizers generally prefer to forbid drafting as a safety measure.
How is the slashing rule enforced in hockey? From the NHL rulebook : 61.1 Slashing - Slashing is the act of a player swinging his stick at an opponent, whether contact is made or not. Non-aggressive stick contact to the pant or front of the shin pads, should not be penalized as slashing. Any forceful or powerful ...	If it looked like a legitimate attempt to play the puck and didn't break any other rules (like high-sticking), it's generally OK; players' skates and the front of their shins are VERY well-padded for a number of obvious reasons including incidental stick impact, and typically the ref will let it play. You're also corre...
Why the limit on manager mound visits? I recall that Don Mattingly was forced to remove his pitcher due to two mound meetings in an inning. I've read articles that indicate that a limit was placed on manager-led mound meetings to speed up the game. The MLB rule reference (8.06): 8.06 A professional league sha...	The rule is in place so that a manager can't keep coming out and slowing down the game.
Should players in the wall jump to defend a free kick? Sometimes all players in the wall will jump to prevent the ball being kicked over the wall. This then leaves a gap at the bottom, through which a low shot can pass, and through which Ronaldinho scored in a match for Barcelona against Werder Bremen . What is the ...	the number of players in the wall To answer your question without going in to all possible scenarios, whether to jump or not primarily depends on the where the spot kick is taken from. I think it all depends on your analysis of your opponent which comes from playing them in the past and from watching a lot of film. As ...
Forefoot landing at certain pace I have run several with traditional heel landings.Then I started experimenting with a more forefoot strike. In the beginning I did it all wrong and my legs was on the edge of getting a bone membran inflammation. But I didn't give up and now I feel I have a more natural forefoot strike....	The best advice i got for forefoot landing that seem to work at any pace: try to land below your center of gravity . I believe that regardless of speed, the steps should have pretty much the same length. Strive to lean forward at the ankles and not the hips or waist. For a more in-depth look into techniques, exercises ...
Is it legal to throw an alley-oop to yourself in a real game? In this video, a college basketball player steals the ball, races down court, and avoids the defender by throwing a pass to himself off the backboard. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=jtfNegUxAcY In all the (disorganized) basketball g...	In FIBA games, deliberately throwing the ball on the backboard without attempting a shot is equivalent to the player bouncing the ball on the floor.
How can I tell if I'm running properly I have about 6 months running regularly, about 1–2 times per week. Today I ran 14 km (about 8 miles) — a milestone for me! I feel great and I don't want to stop, but I don't know if I'm doing properly or not. I don't want to get injured or something just for not asking. How ca...	As far as your form: it would make sense to be evaluated by a running coach.
How dangerous is indoor rock climbing with an inexperienced belay partner? My wife and I are very new to climbing (indoor) and we want to belay ourselves. If you know the basics of the method but don't have much experience could you really mess things up, or if you have a decent belay device and harness ... the frictio...	Once you're familiar with the basics of belaying you can also consider having a backup belay--it's a simple job that your instructor can train you on very quickly.
Why were artificial turfs introduced in field hockey? This Wikipedia section has good details about the changes bought about in field hockey after artificial turfs were introduced. This change also bought about a shift in field hockey power base from Asian countries to European countries. But my question is, why wer...	Introducing an artificial field would make it possible to have a nice clean field to play with out the heavy grounds-keeping required. Uniform playingcharacteristics, predictable ball behaviour and optimal grip makeartificial turf the ideal surface for hockey. The field will maintain consistent quality throughout the m...
What football formations have been most prevalent in the English Premier League since 1992? There are a handful of sites ( example ) discussing formations and their popularity, but few discuss what is popular in certain periods in specific leagues. What I'm looking for is an overview of what formations (i.e. 4-4-2, 4-3...	4-2-2 was more of a normal formation. Wikipedia has a lot of information on this topic and you can see 4-4-2 has been popular in many countries until recently: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formation_(association_football) .
Early Adoption Program for Running Shoes Is there any sort of early adoption program that vendors offer for running shoes? The reason I ask is that in my case, I'm running a marathon at the end of May. Saucony is releasing the Kinvara 3 just two weeks before. I'd love the upgrade to the shoes, but two weeks is not a gr...	Those athletes with sponsorship deals generally have access to the new generation shoes prior to their street availability precisely for reviews, feedback, etc. Based on the updates to this generation, it doesn't appear that the break-in period will be that much different than that of the Kinvara 2, so if you're famili...
Stressful preparation of half-marathon I go running once or twice per week (30 minutes and around 5 km). I never measure time, or anything else, since that will stress me out. Now I would like to prepare for a half-marathon. I guess I need to start to time things, improve them and so on. What is, in your opinion, the ...	Even if the timing isn't about setting targets - "today's run is going to be 10k at " - it is about learning about how your body should be reacting to specific pieces of work.
Tell-tale signs for dull skates I'm relatively new to skating and hockey. I recently acquired some used hockey skates and I'm wondering if there are some tell-tale signs for when I should go get my skates sharpened. Or alternatively, is there a rule-of-thumb for how often you get your skates sharpened? <Q> There are a ...	Basically, get them sharpened when they feel too dull for you, or you lose an edge on one side of the skate or you have nicks in the blade. How often exactly is as much a question of personal preference as it's about how you skate.
Using a Heart-rate monitor during race I've read all about the benefits of using a heart-rate monitor during training to make sure you are in the correct zone for the given type of exercise, i.e. Zone 3 for regular distance training. My question: is it useful to run with a heart-rate monitor during a race or should I ...	If you have identified your ideal heart rate for the distance you are running, and use a monitor in training then it makes sense to use it in a race - it helps you to keep from getting caught up in the race spirit and pushing too hard (especially useful in longer distance runs)
Tactics to counter pushing What are the best tactics to use against a player who uses excessive pushing? I play with a group of about 20 guys each week without a referee. Every now and then a player will come along who relies on pushing to get past opponents. I try to play as reasonably as possible and the shoving is...	You should play hard, but avoid hitting players.
What type of individual player incentives are allowed in the NFL? Recently, ESPN (and others) reported that the New Orleans Saints had instituted a "bounty" program. This program awarded players for inflicting game-ending injuries against the opposing teams and awarded different amounts of money depending on the type...	Players cannot offer one another performance based financial incentives.
Red and black side of table tennis raquet There's a red and a black side on a table tennis raquet. Does the color of the side have any significance? E.g. is the black side suppose to be used for the forehand and the red side used for the back hand? <Q> According to the official rules (referenced here ): <S> Rule ...	I couldn't find anything in the official rules , but unofficially it looks like it's for your opponent to be able to tell which side of the bat is used
Playing tennis without ball boy. Any tips to avoid collecting the balls so often? I used to use all the balls that I have, only if there is no one playing at the area. But if there are other people playing at the area, I don't want the balls mixed up with others, or stolen by their kids (it happens). So I'd use just 5...	One very simple solution - buy a set of balls in an uncommon colour.
Why is a chargedown not regarded as a knock on in Rugby Union? Generally in Rugby Union when a player knocks the ball forward from their hands without making a clean catch, a scrum is called for a knock on. But when a player kicks the ball and the ball is knocked down by an opponent, no knock on is called and they are ...	Law 12 of the Laws of Rugby Union specifically exclude a charge-down that happens immediately following a kick as being called a knock-on or throw forward. What has happened is an opposition player has, with good timing and skill and bravery, managed to get their body in the way of the flight of the ball and, through n...
What does the stat WHIP in baseball mean? Can someone please explain to me what the statistic "WHIP" means in the game of baseball? <Q> The definition of WHIP or Walks plus Hits per Inning <S> Pitched is the following per Wikipedia : WHIP = <S> (Walks + Hits)/(Innings <S> Pitched) <S> Cautionary note <S> : W...	" It is a measure of the rate at which a pitcher allows opposing batters to get on base.
Why do I get out of breath so quickly when swimming? I am now starting to learn how to swim and have found that I have trouble swimming with my head in the water. Although I breathe every 1 or 2 strokes (front crawl) I found that my heart rate rises pretty high and soon I found myself gasping for air. I am not out of ...	Most swimmers that I see struggling to catch their breath are holding their breath when their head is in the water, and then trying to both breathe out and in when they turn their head above water. If you try to feel yourself pulling your legs up by your chin it can be effective.
What is the logic behind re-serving in volleyball and tennis? I have seen plenty of times a re-serve being awarded instead of giving the point to any of the team in both volleyball and I think tennis, too. (I'm not sure if it's still the same in tennis). I had always felt that a re-serve was an injustice. What is th...	In Tennis, if the first serve is not legal a "fault" is declared.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing a trisuit? I am looking into going into triathlons and I was wondering wearing a trisuit improves your performance in triathlon. <Q> One of the advantages comes in the swimming leg. <S> Depending on the quality of the suit, it may have less drag in the water than t...	If you do not have to change anything in transition it can help.
Who serves in the first game after a tiebreaker? I'm watching the Federer-Roddick match in Miami. Roddick served at 5-6 in the first set. He ended up serving out the tiebreak, 7 points to 4. He then opened the second set on serve. How do they determine which player serves in the first game of the next set after a t...	If you serve first in a set that goes to a tiebreak, your opponent will ALWAYS serve first in the next set.
Can referees change their decision? Let's imagine an ideal situation: A player scores a goal Before scoring, they deliberately handle the ball None of the referees notice the foul The referee validates the goal The scorer admits (before restarting game) to referee they committed a foul before scoring My quest...	The referee may only change a decision on realising that it is incorrect or, at his discretion, on the advice of an assistant referee or the fourth ofﬁcial, provided that he has not restarted play or terminated the match .
Help Recover During Long Runs Obviously, longer runs require longer recovery. Besides using something like gels and drinking water when running, is there anything else I can do to help my body from being depleated as much during long runs so I can recover faster afterwards? <Q> When I was doing my distance training I f...	In addition to hydrating, replenishing energy stores, etc., I have found that my recovery time is improved when I don't overextend myself.
Are there any rules regarding the position of the Wicket Keeper? After watching an IPL match I had this doubt. In the match the wicket keeper stood close to the 30 yard circle and the umpire Simon Tauffel came up to the wicket keeper and asked him to move forward. My question is: Are there any rules regarding the po...	I don't think there is any rule related to the distance of a wicket-keeper from the stumps but he has to stay inside the 30 yard circle.
Is it legal to dribble above shoulder height? I heard that while dribbling the ball, if the ball rises above shoulder level then it is a turnover. I don't have any idea about this rule. <Q> I searched the NBA Rules and the FIBA Rules , but couldn't find anything that explicitly states you cannot dribble above your s...	: There is no restriction as to how high a player may bounce the ball, provided the ball does not come to rest in the player's hand.
Calculation of bowling strike rate Batting strike rate is calculated as (No. of runs / No. of balls faced) * 100 . How is bowling strike rate calculated? <Q> If the bowler has bowled 300 balls and has taken 15 wickets, then the strike rate is 300/15 = 20 . <S> This means the bowler has taken 20 balls to take one wic...	Bowling strike rate is calculated as total balls bowled / wickets taken by bowler.
What techniques can I use to improve my jump smash timing in badminton? Often I find it very difficult to time my jump exactly right, often jumping too late and then missing the shot entirely. What can I use / practice to ensure I time my jump correctly? <Q> Ideally, get a coach, who can help you improve more quickly, ...	This might sound very unhelpful, but really the only solution is lots of practice. One tip is hitting the shuttle while travelling down in a jump.
What happens if a ball is lost in cricket? What will happen if a ball in play is lost or cannot be recovered? Does batting side keep any penalty for that? <Q> If the ball is lost or damaged, then it will be replaced by one of similar wear. <S> In professional matches, several balls with different degrees of "use" are...	If a ball in play is lost or cannot be recovered, the fielding side can call "lost ball".
What kind of impact does a full season suspension of a major player have on an NFL team? Recently Jonathan Vilma was sidelined by the NFL for the entire 2012 season. Vilma is an impact player on the Saints' defense. What measurable impact does a full season suspension (or injury, like in the case of Suggs' with the R...	If we say that things like "team morale" and "impact on win probability" are immeasurable, then there is virtually no measurable impact on a team for a suspended player.
What gives a left-handed pitcher an advantage over a left-handed batter? In baseball, a pitcher is often assumed to have an advantage over a batter based on his handedness (i.e. left-handed vs right-handed). I think it is that right-handed pitchers have an advantage of left-handed batters, and vice-versa. Why is this...	It makes a huge difference if the pitcher's delivery isn't completely overhand.
Suspending a pitcher for misconduct For an everyday player the standard 5 game suspension for misconduct certainly hurts both the player and the team as a whole. Whereas, the same standard 5 game suspension for pitcher doesn't even result in a pitcher missing a start (next game). Why are MLB pitchers suspended with t...	If a pitcher was only going to be able to contribute in a meaningful way for that one start over that period, a five game rip, even though it really only affects one start, still has the same result of the player not being able to contribute for five games.
Batting the pitcher 8th I've seen some managers bat their pitchers 8th. Tony LaRussa was one of the more noticeable ones. Is this move statistically sound? Why or why not? Ignore cases like Dontrelle Willis early in his career or Michah Owings, both of whom are good hitters anyway. I'm talking about run-of-the-mill, b...	The only disadvantage is that if it is an important at bat, you may have to pinch hit your pitchers earlier than you want to.
Ball touching the ground during a catch in cricket If a fielder takes a catch and the ball touches the ground (ball is in hand only, but it’s touching the ground at the same time), is it considered as out? <Q> Let's take a look at the laws of cricket. <S> Law 32 - 1 : <S> Out Caught <S> The striker is out Caught i...	In summary, the ball must be under complete control of the fielder before it touches the ground for it to be a fair catch.
Should there be no foot sound when jogging? I heard that when jogging/running that there should be no foot thud sounds when landing. Is it true? <Q> You ask: Is it true? <S> Well, to an extent, yes. <S> But don't worry too much about achieving silence. <S> However, rather than focus on reducing the sound or fe...	A thud sound whilst running generally indicates that the heel is striking the ground on the downstep more than it should. My answer is 'Yes'.
Snowboarding in powdery trees I have been snowboarding for 10 years on and off and would consider myself intermediate. I am confident on all runs and most off piste situations but as soon as I get in tight trees with powder, I lose it. Any tips on how to improve my style in trees with powder snow? <Q> 3 things I've...	Don't push too hard into the outer branches of the trees, the branches catch all the snow meaning there's often a big hole underneath
Would a catch that rebounded off a flying bird be a fair catch in Cricket? Lets say a batsman hits a shot and in midway it hits a bird in the air and then as soon as it hits the bird, the ball starts falling down and is caught by a fielder, will the batsman be given out? I searched a lot all over but could find nothin...	The umpires are not going to designate a temporary phenomenan such as a bird to be a boundary so this would clearly be a fair catch, and the batsman would be out.
Drills to prevent standing up on the downswing After a few years off, I'm getting an interest in golf again. My main problem, after getting a few basic pointers correcting my stance and backswing from a clubfitter I was working with to find the right driver, is a tendency to back away from the ball with my upper body a...	For me having a mental image that I'm rotating my shoulders around two fixed points (i.e. my head and my feet firmly planted on the ground) works very well because it prevents me from swaying, which in my case can cause me to "stand up" on the backswing.
What are the key differences to my game with different racquet sizes? I am in the market for a new tennis racquet and have been out of the loop for a while. When I bought my last racquet the oversized heads were all the rage but now they seem to have returned back to a more standard size. What are the key differences...	In general, I'd say that your best choice is to go for small to mid-sized head racquets. All other things being equal: A larger frame generates more power.
New bike = new pain. Solution: Training or bike fitting I've never been much of a bicyclist, but recently I finally broke down and bought a new road bicycle (Specialized Allez model). The sales tech sized me with the bike, made a few adjustments at time of sale. I did not spring for the $125 fitting where all the mic...	Switching from cycling to running uses different muscles and is something you can train and get stronger at.
How can I improve my ball handling? I play football (soccer) for my community traveling team. Our usual ball handling exercise is getting the ball around a course of cones. What other ways can I improve my ball handling abilities? <Q> There is great site <S> http://www.playsportstv.com/soccer <S> that has alot of ...	Once you are comfortable playing with a smaller ball, try out new tricks that you might have seen on TV etc.
Why did Greece go through over Russia in Euro 2012? Given that both Greece and Russia were tied on 4 points, with Russia having +2 goal difference and Greece having +0, why did Greece finish higher than Russia (and thus progress to the knock-out stages) in the group in Euro 2012? Country W D L GD PtsCzech R...	In the Euro, when teams are equal on points the decider is which team beat the other.
What percent of corner kicks turn into goals? I have looked around for this statistic without luck. I just wondered what percentage of corner kicks actually result in a goal? Not necessarily straight in, but from the same passage of play. I have seen answers (without any references) varying from 2.5% (feels too low) ...	You might be surprised to hear that the ratio of corners to goals is almost nil .
What is BABIP in Baseball, and what does it tell us? How does one get a high/low BABIP? Is this statistic for hitters and/or pitchers? What does a high/low BABIP mean? Definition: BABIP = (Hits - Homeruns) / (At Bats - Strikeouts - Homeruns + Sacrifice Flies) <Q> The BABIP calculation/metric can be used for both bat...	BABIP is "batting average on balls in play.
Are all oval-track races done counter-clockwise? If so, why? It seems to me that every type of race on an oval track moves in a counter-clockwise direction. Off the top of my head, I know that this happens in: auto racing of any kind roller derby horse racing speed skating running races (the 'track' part of 'trac...	Not all tracks are counter clockwise, The exceptions being the Australian version of NASCAR (AUSCAR) and horse racing is often run clockwise outside the US such as England(St Leger - wikipedia .), Continental Europe, Australia, and Hong Kong. If all running events are run in the same direction it means that it simplifi...
How long should I expect a golf glove to last before wearing out? I currently play with a Nike DuraFeel golf glove on my leading hand. It's practical, it works, and it fits "like a glove" (as in perfectly; not too tight but nothing to spare). Sometimes I'll glove both hands; I usually only do this at the range when I'm...	I have used Mizuno, Nike and FootJoy gloves in the past and have managed to get a full year out of them - although the Nike one was the worse for wear by the end of the season.
Incomplete stage in Tour de France If a cyclist fails to complete a stage of Tour de France because of injury or something else, but is ready again for the next stage, is he allowed to continue? If yes, does he receive some sort of time penalty for failing to complete the stage? <Q> This has as a consequence that the c...	No, the cyclists are not allowed to get back on the bike for the next stage if they do not finish.
Basketball drills for youth I was asked to run two stations (two full-courts) of basketball with two groups per station for a youth camp. The ages of the youth are between 10-13. I will be dealing with approximately 15-30 kids. I would like to run different drills where everyone contributes and participates (ie. not ...	One alternative is to make teams interact with one another and create some competition feeling, for instance if the player who's taking the shot misses, the other team gets the chance to take the rebound and "score a conversion". Assuming you will have 20 kids in total, you can divide them in teams of 5 and assign them...
Benefits of compression apparel Compression apparel seems to be very popular with athletes. Brands like Under Armour and Nike show athletes in different sports wearing their apparel. Personally, I wear compression apparel when I'm playing sports or training, but I haven't worn it enough to notice a significant diffe...	As an alternative to compression stockings they can be worn during long flights to reduce the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) caused by pooling of blood in the lower legs
Why do Michael Phelps and some other swimmers wear two caps? Just now I saw Michael Phelps competing in the 400m Medley heats (London Olympics 2012). After he finished the race, I saw him take off two caps. I can imagine that a swimmer uses one, but what is the reason for wearing two caps? Is this something new? Does...	It is for speed- if you have your goggles on over your cap it upsets water flow, so the second cap over that holds the goggles safely on and streamlines the head.
Why do swimmers peak at such a young age? Why do swimmers reach their peak performance at a relatively young age compared with track and field athletes? Particularly female swimmers seem to produce their best results in their late teens to early twenties. This seems to be true for both sprint and longer distances. By ...	Especially short distance runners are usually very muscular in order to get the "explosivity" they need, which builds on a very different type of muscle structure than "endurance" which swimmers perhaps need more often. First, between 10-15 years after initial onset of puberty, the body goes through a "settling" phase;...
In swimming, is there a competitive advantage to being in one lane or another? Upon observing swimming competitions in the Olympics, it is not clear to me whether one of the eight lanes is more advantageous versus another. I've seen vague claims but nothing backed up with science. In competitive swimming, is there an ...	Apart from the physical differences, swimmers may gain psychological advantages, and the lane in which this happens depends on the swimmer. World records, championships, and gold medals have been won from all lanes, especially lane 1 and lane 8 .
How can I improve my smashes in table tennis? I realized that I tend to play really bad returns or do mistakes when I get a high and/or slow ball from the opponent in the middle of a tight rally. I think it has to do with the fact that all of a sudden I get time to think on what I want to do with my hit, instead of pla...	Simplest advice is to practice with a friend - get them to send you many high shots, especially with varied spins, so you can get used to the effects of backspin and side spin.
Can a switch hitter change positions during an at bat? Just thought about this while playing wiffleball earlier. During a baseball/softball/wiffleball game, can a switch-hitting batter just switch positions in-between pitches during an at-bat or when he calls time? I know this could be dangerous or just an odd thing to...	So by the wording of the MLB rule , the batter can't switch batters boxes after the pitcher is set: 6.06 (b) He steps from one batters box to the other while the pitcher is in position ready to pitch; There appear to be no other restrictions specific to switch-hitters.
Hitting it fat with a raised left foot at impact There are a number of websites giving advice about causes of fat shots . However, I am experiencing a very bizarre "bug" in my golf swing: I keep lifting my left knee so that I end up on my left toes at impact (with the majority of my weight on my right side). This is c...	A simple, easy tip to stop you ending up on your toes on your left foot is to place a golf ball under the front of your left foot. If you're feeling adventurous, then I would look into the Stack and Tilt , which preaches 90% weight on the front foot at impact to promote hitting the ball first.
What is the role of a "false 9"? Recently I read a few articles about strikers playing as a "false 9". My understanding of a "false 9", is that he is a striker whose purpose is to pull defenders out of position so that his teammates will have a better chance of scoring. Is my understanding correct or is there more to t...	The "false 9" usually has great finishing, a very high level of vision on the pitch, and good dribbling and passing.
How does the NFL distribute their content online? Ordinary television shows have sites like Hulu where their content can be viewed online. However, for the NFL, their online content distribution strategy seems less clear. What is the league's current policy for online content distribution, and are there currently any...	There is no "legal" way to watch live streaming NFL games online without going through a cable provider. If you want to watch full game replays online, after they have happened, NFL offers NFL Game Rewind .
What are the differences between Karting shoes? Looking for a Karting (racing) shoe for a 15 year old. Some have high-tops while others have a low profile. Some high-tops do not have a cut out above the heel. Would a cut out be beneficial or not? Should the shoe fit snug at the ankle or be a little loose? Why do all...	A driving shoe shouldn't be uncomfortable, but you want it snug enough to do the job. In my opinion, high tops are better because most of them are fire rated and add that extra protection.
What is the simplest way to transfer data between online running logs? I'm disillusioned with Nike+, where I've been logging runs for over a year, and ready to try something new (in this case, Strava). How can I export my data from Nike+ so I'm not losing it all? <Q> Endomondo.com works very well importing all the inf...	The Smashrun website can sync with nike+ directly.
Does the Duckworth–Lewis method work correctly for all matches? D/L method is commonly used for limited over matches.Does it work fine? The opening players didn't know it would rain that day, so they defend to stand for 20 to 25 overs; then how is it correct for deciding the victory by this? Some teams may have aggres...	The D/L method is currently used for all ICC limited overs matches and most high-profile national competitions. The most common criticism is that this method is just down right too complicated to understand since it involves very heavy math.
Does a run count if it's made on the same play as the 3rd out? Under what conditions can a run be scored on a play that results in a 3rd out for the team? I was under the impression that if a 3rd out happens, all runs that might have scored before time during that at-bat are invalid, but apparently there is more to it...	A run is not scored if the runner advances to home base during a play in which the third out is made.
Does the defense have to defend the extra point? At the end of the controversial Green Bay Packers/Seattle Seahawks game on Monday night, the Seahawks were awarded a touchdown as time expired that gave them a 13-12 point lead. In the ensuing confusion of the referee's decision, the Green Bay Packers left the field. Eve...	If a snap, free kick, or fair-catch kick is made while a team has fewer than 11 players on the field of play or the end zone, the ball is in play, and there is no penalty.
Safety during overtime's first possesion For last year's postseason (and this year's regular season), the NFL adopted a new sudden death format . The following approved ruling for a safety on an opening possession states: A.R. 16.19 SAFETY Third-and-5 on A7. On the opening possession of overtime, A1 is tackled in ...	A safety ends the game based on simple logic: Since the team scoring on a safety gains possession of the ball following it.
Is it possible to change playing styles in cricket? Can a player playing as a right hand batsman for a few overs switch to his left hand for rest of his innings? Can a player bowling spin for 2 or 3 balls in a over switch to being a fast bowler in the same over? What are the general rules about this? EDIT: Given t...	To answer the question in its simplest form as asked, a batsman may stand in any position he/she likes and will be treated as
Has a protest during a game ever worked? I've constantly heard a protest being called by the manager of team (baseball, football, etc) who felt that there was an unfair ruling. Yet, after each of these games, the protest never goes through. Why is there a protest option in place, if it never works, or has it ever worke...	In baseball, possibly the most famous game that was protested and resumed from the point of protest was the " Pine Tar Incident " game between the Yankees and Royals originally played on July 24, 1983. There have been a few cases in the German Bundesliga where games have been repeated because of so-called "phantom goal...
Two dismissals off a single ball Is it possible to dismiss both batsmen off the same delivery (i.e., by a catch and a run out)? If the ball touched the lower end of the bat, edged up and touched the bat again, will it be given out? This is assuming that the batsman does not intend to hit it twice. If the ball hits th...	1) Definitely not - in addition you cannot run out both batsmen - once one is run out, or a batsman is out by any means, the ball is dead and no further wickets can take place on that ball (neither can runs be scored).
What is the biggest comeback recorded in competitive international soccer matches? On October 16, 2012, Sweden came back from 4-0 down to draw 4-4 with Germany in a World Cup qualifier. Purely in terms of goals, is this the record for the biggest comeback in a competitive international match (ie. ignoring friendlies an...	In the group stage of the 2003 U17 Championship, Cameroon came back from5-0 in the final 20 minutes for a draw! If we stick to a single game, VfL Bochum - Bayern München in 1976 (11 goals).
"Hand is part of the ball" variant According to NBA rules , The hand is considered 'part of the ball' when it is in contact with the ball and contact with a players hand when it is in contact with the ball is not a foul. Now I have a question regarding a slight variation of this situation. Here O represents an o...	Contact which is incidental to an effort by a player to play an opponent, reach a loose ball, or perform normal defensive or offensive movements, should not be considered illegal.
Can a team sell tickets to a practice? The Tigers have about a week off between now and the World Series. Is there anything in the Rules about not letting a Team Sell Tickets for Practice? My thought is that by having a stadium full of fans would feel more like a real game and keep the players in the mindset they hav...	I can't find any law that restricts the teams from selling tickets to practice however none of the teams actually sell tickets to training.
Most number of extra-time Goals On 30-Oct-2012, Arsenal defeated Reading with an incredible score of 7-5. A more astonishing fact is that 4 goals were scored in Extra-time. Is this the record for the most number of goals in extra-time, in a single game? If not, which match holds the record? <Q> I have heard of six b...	Late reply, but I found a match with 7 goals in extra time: DFB Pokal (German Cup) , 1974-10-26, between Viktoria Köln and TSG Usingen - from 0-0 to 6-1 ( link , link ). Coupe Gambardella 1998-99 10 goals in extra time:
Are Hookers the only players allowed to take lineout throws? When lineouts take place in Rugby Union I have only ever seen Hookers being the player who takes the throw in. Is it in the laws of the game that only a Hooker is allowed to take the throw? If it is not a requirement why is it the case that they do take all ...	There is no law stipulating who has to take the line-out throws.
What are the advantages of football boots with blades rather than traditional studs? Having seen various articles about football managers and coaches who believe bladed football boots to be a safety hazard and knowing that some football teams have banned their use, I was wondering what the supposed advantages of blades...	While the blades do provide better traction than studs due to a larger surface area, the blades are typically preferred on harder ground because there are more points of contact between the bottom of your foot and the ground which disperses the weight more evenly.
Number of bouncers per over How many bouncers are allowed to be bowled in a single over? Can bowlers bowl another bouncer, if another batsman is facing in the same over? What is the limited height for bouncing the ball (neck or shoulder of batsman)? Are there any differences in laws on bouncers between different for...	The number of bouncers allowed per over irrespective of the batsmen facing is 1 in ODI's and T20's but two in Test matches . So if you are playing in a league match or a friendly, check your local playing conditions or clarify the interpretation of the laws.
What happened to the wishbone? The top rushing teams in college football are running some form of the wishbone/triple-option and some are doing it with less size and speed (military academies). It doesn't appear that defenses have "figured it out". Why don't more teams run it? Update: I would consider flex-bone in the...	Faster linebackers require more blocking on the outside, and spoil the top plays of the wishbone.
Yellow card and red card in cricket Yellow and red cards are given in some team sports like rugby,football etc. Is there a practice of issuing these cards in cricket? I heard that Billy Bowden gave yellow card for shane warne, and Rudy Koertzen gave red card for Glenn Mcgrath - (Is it correct?)If yes, for what reason...	There is no system of cards in Cricket. Action is taken on players after the game and subsequent hearings by the match referee, in case they fail to follow the rules and ethics of the game.
What is an "over" in cricket? I am from America. I have a limited understanding of how cricket works. I can guess most of the rules by watching the game but the question today is, What is the technical definition of an "over"? <Q> In cricket, one bowler will bowl from one end of the pitch for an over. <S> When this is ...	In cricket, an over is a set of six balls bowled by a player called bowler from one end of a cricket pitch.
What is the biggest sports stadium in the world? Which sports stadium (meaning any building designed to host sporting events) in the world is the largest and who plays there? I guess I'm thinking the largest as in the amount of people it can hold but if you can come up with something different to go by thats fine. I t...	This articles notes that Rungrado May Day Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea has the largest capacity in the world at 150,000. Michigan Stadium, sometimes referred to as "The Big House," hosts the University of Michigan Wolverines football team and has a capacity of 109,901.
Why is the referee treated so different in soccer and rugby Recently, in Dutch amateur football, a linesmen died after being attacked by players . This terrible news was directly the reason for the Dutch football association, KNVB, to apply some rules with respect to protesting a lot stricter after the winter break ...	I think it has to do with the traditions.
If a college player declares for the draft early and doesn't get drafted, can he go back to school? If a college player (football/basketball/etc) declares for the draft early and doesn't get drafted, can he go back to school or does declaring make them ineligible to play college sports anymore? <Q> Regarding the NFL an...	Once a player declares for the draft, they forego their remaining eligibility to play college football, which means that once they declare for the draft they cannot return to play in college. In hockey, a player's NCAA eligibility is voided the moment they accept compensation a professional team.
Who should sit out when a social sporting team has too many players available? I am midway through a season of indoor cricket having put together, organised and captained a new team at the start of this season. Initially it was a struggle getting enough players together to be able to enter a team and we played underman...	If you want to win, you want to pick the best players, obviously. Consider the purpose of your team. Do rotate, if that's what you agreed upon at the start.
What if a field goal is missed and it's not 4th down? I guess it's commonplace to see a football team attempt a field goal on 4th down. Let's say the football team for whatever reason decides to kick it on 2nd or 3rd down and they miss it. Does that attempt count as a down and therefore can have further attempts on mak...	If the offense attempts a field goal before fourth down and misses, the ball is turned over to the defending team.

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