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Archive: June 2011

5 Tips Every Parent Should Know About Lacrosse

I don’t know about you, but the first thing that came to mind when our son Timmy asked if he could play lacrosse was, “Hmm, isn’t that another one of those European sports?”

Trash Talking Alec Baldwin And John Krasinski Are Loyal Baseball Fans!

  • Posted on June 13, 2011
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It’s baseball season and the heat is on! Just ask Alec Baldwin, a die-hard New York Yankee’s baseball fan and John Krasinski, a die-hard Boston Red Sox fan “what’s up!” They’ll tell you and won’t hold back on their opinions either.

Spittin' Chew From Baseball

Spit Out Your Chew and Play Baseball

  • Posted on June 10, 2011
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Growing up a baseball player and watching countless baseball games, one thing I always noticed was the little circular tin in player’s back pockets. I also noticed the big nasty lump in their bottom lips. What gives? Was this a little side snack they packed in their cheeks for a long day at the park?

Beckham Wouldn’t Do It, Would You?

  • Posted on June 7, 2011
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That’s right! David Beckham, professional soccer player, would never go without adequate hydration. But I bet you already knew that! You know how they say life is full of a lot of lessons? Well, I always balk at this concept because I feel as a young adult that I know everything there is to know Continue Reading »

How Not To Get Roasted On Your Next Camping Trip

  • Posted on June 4, 2011
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Camping can be a lot of fun! Some families take annual camping trips as a way to reconnect with grandparents, cousins, friends, and the occasional poison ivy! Some of my favorite camping trips includes Yellowstone, the Alaskan Wilderness, and Yosemite National Park. There are so many places in the great United States to camp that Continue Reading »

Baseball Umbrella Keeps Players Cool From Burnout

  • Posted on June 1, 2011
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Both you and I have such busy and overwhelming lifestyles.  We can often overlook one of the most important components in our lives, our hardworking and dedicated little leaguers.  Often, my Type A personality motivates both myself and my little athlete to maintain competitiveness by participating in travel teams, all year round.  Translation, super busy Continue Reading »