Running and Kicking Progression

July 25, 2009
Running and Kicking Progression

Task Description and Criteria: Running is distinguished by alternating support phases. A flight phase between support phases is the characteristic that defines running from walking and a recovery phase. The arms also alternate in a coordinated counter rotary action with the legs while running. To achieve basic running form children must possess enough lower...

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Goal or No Goal?

June 9, 2009

Goal or No Goal? by Abby Grafft      The sweltering San Diego sun penetrated my sweat saturated skin as the final whistle blew.  After ninety minutes of relentless battling, the score had not yet declared a winner as each team had scored just one goal.  I trudged to the sideline and gulped my water, taking...

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