For as long as “it has existed as an organized sport, baseball has been telling weird lies about where it came from,” writes Thomas W. Gilbert in a new book on baseball’s origins.
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The Yankees-White Sox Field of Dreams game is the perfect blend of baseball, nostalgia and prime time television
It’s time to bust out that old glove—the one you rubbed with neatsfoot oil and wrapped a rubber band around as a kid—and make sure there’s a hanky or two nearby: “Field of Dreams” is back!
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Catholics looking to get into soccer? Look no further than Liverpool F.C.
Liverpool F.C. is the most Catholic team in the most Catholic sport.
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The Vatican’s first official sporting association is enthusiastically following the Olympics
“As Pope Francis says, sport is a place of encounter and formation, but also evangelism and sharing of the Christian message.”
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Meet the nun who cheered Sydney McLaughlin to a gold medal and new world record in Tokyo
Sister Percylee Hart, principal of the Olympian’s alma mater, has made a habit of encouraging every student to achieve their best.
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Meet Sydney McLaughlin, a New Jersey Catholic School Alum who is favored to win the gold in Tokyo.
Sydney McLaughlin, who smashed the world record in the 400-meter hurdles at the U.S. Olympic Trials in June, will begin her quest to win the gold medal in that event when she runs in the opening round at the Summer Games July 30.
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Like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, I’ve stepped away from competition because of performance anxiety.
This is what I hope the future conversation around mental health in sports looks like.
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The Spiritual Strength of Simone Biles
Simone Biles is widely acknowledged as the greatest gymnast of all time. In light of her decision to withdraw from the individual all-around gymnastics competition, it’s time to acknowledge her new public role of spiritual director.
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After winning the Philippines’ first Olympic gold, Hidilyn Diaz thanked God and raised up her Miraculous Medal
Hidilyn Diaz became the Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal winner, set an Olympic record — and thanked her friends who prayed the Miraculous Medal novena.
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Ten American Catholic athletes to watch for in the Tokyo Olympics
As Team U.S.A. heads to Tokyo, keep an eye on these athletes and all of the Olympians whose faith inspires them in competition.