A sport consists of a physical and mentally competitive activity carried out with a recreational purpose for competition, for self-enjoyment, to attain excellence, for the development of a skill, or some combination of these. A sport has physical activity, side by side competition, self-motivation and a scoring system. The difference of purpose is what characterises sport, combined with the notion of individual (or team) skill or prowess.
Roddick and Federer in Wimbledon Final By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:15:20 -0000 Andy Roddick advanced to his third Wimbledon final and will face Roger Federer, who can break the record for career Grand Slam singles titles.
Baseball Pioneer’s Letters Pulled From Auction By JACK CURRY Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:33:37 -0000 The F.B.I. is investigating the possibility that letters of Harry Wright, manager of the 1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings, may have been taken from the New York Public Library.
Mariners 8, Yankees 4: Sabathia Falters and Yanks’ Streak Slips Away By JACK CURRY Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:18:01 -0000 Without a precise and powerful C. C. Sabathia, the Yankees looked like just another ordinary team in tumbling to the Mariners and breaking a seven-game winning streak.
L.A. Times - Sports
Coach Phil Jackson will return to Lakers for another season Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:15:00 -0700 He has several medical tests and says, 'All things point to go.'
After a two-day retreat to his lakeside Montana home, Phil Jackson decided to return to the Lakers, agreeing on Friday to come back for a 19th season as an NBA coach.
Andy Roddick gets another shot at Roger Federer in Wimbledon final Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:22:00 -0700 Roddick defeats Andy Murray in a stirring four-set semifinal. His reward: Playing Federer, whom he lost to in the 2004 and 2005 finals.
The sound of deflation murmured through the grounds at the All England Club today, but the sound of elation came from within one Andy Roddick.
Lakers make the wrong move going with Ron Artest Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:12:00 -0700 The champs should have spent more time negotiating with Trevor Ariza and passed on the forward with a volatile past.
Less than three weeks after the parade, the NBA champion Lakers have already met the biggest threat to their throne.
Federer, Roddick to meet in 3rd Wimbledon final By STEPHEN WILSON Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:59:49 -0000 WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Five-time champion Roger Federer reached his seventh straight Wimbledon final Friday and will face Andy Roddick for a chance at a record 15th Grand Slam title.... Report: Turkoglu agrees to terms with Blazers Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:12:17 -0000 PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Hedo Turkoglu reportedly agreed to join the Portland Trail Blazers after helping Orlando reach the NBA finals this season.... Tiger moves into the early lead at Congressional By DOUG FERGUSON Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:31:53 -0000 BETHESDA, Md. (AP) -- Tiger Woods has moved to the top of the leaderboard midway through the second round of the AT&T National with a 4-under 66....
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Federer genius looms over Henman Hill Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:09:07 -0400 LONDON (Reuters) - Roger Federer sprinkled his magic all over Center Court Friday to reach a seventh consecutive Wimbledon men's singles final and underline the challenge facing anyone trying to stop him reclaiming his grasscourt crown.
Williams sisters united ahead of final battle Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:38:45 -0400 LONDON (Reuters) - The Williams double act put on a confident show on the eve of their Wimbledon final clash, making it clear the weight of facing each other as competitors has not put a strain on their relationship as team mates or sisters.
Tournament host Woods takes control at Congressional Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:16:13 -0400 BETHESDA, Maryland (Reuters) - Tiger Woods played the role of inhospitable host by soaring to the top of the leaderboard midway through the second round of the AT&T National on Friday.
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Lee Jenkins: How will Manny and the Dodgers respond to circus atmosphere? Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:31:58 -0400 Get ready for the circus, writes Lee Jenkins. Manny Ramirez returns tonight following his 50-game suspension. Now the big question is, how will the NL West-leading Dodgers respond?
Expect Manny's return to be a spectacle in San Diego Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:41:37 -0400 SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Manny Ramirez will be back in big leagues on Friday night after a 50-game suspension for violating baseball's drug policy. His return should be nothing short of a spectacle.
Federer dismisses Haas in straights; advances to Wimbledon final Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:50:35 -0400 Roger Federer is headed to his seventh consecutive Wimbledon final after crushing Tommy Haas in straight sets. He'll face Andy Roddick, who upset Andy Murray in the other semifinal.
Kansas City Star: Sports
People share their personal moments of sports glory and humor Sat, 23 May 2009 09:50:00 -0500
We asked you to send in your greatest sports highlights -- and bloopers. We seek Kansas City's hidden sports gems. And people did submit their stories, pictures and videos. Check them out here.
Roddick reaches 3rd Wimbledon final Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:51:00 -0500
Andy Roddick has reached his third Wimbledon final by beating British hope Andy Murray 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (5).
Royals' offensive funk deepens in 4-1 loss to White Sox Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:47:00 -0500
The Royals wasted another fine performance from a starting pitcher Thursday night _ that makes three in a row -- in a 4-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium.
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