General Principles History • Oldest known stick and ball game in history, existing in the BC era • Became a popular British sport in 1861, entering as an outdoor Olympic…

Introduction First conceived as a way to play baseball (see Chapter 73 ) indoors during months of harsh weather, softball has emerged over the decades as one of the most…

General Principles • Cross-country or nordic skiing is multifaceted and can be pursued either as a simple recreational outdoor activity or a vigorous competitive endurance sport. • Cross-country skiing serves…

Introduction • Volleyball is a popular sport played worldwide both recreationally and professionally. • It requires quick and explosive movements. Epidemiology • Most injuries occur to blockers and hitters as…

Introduction History • Baseball, the great American pastime, was first described by Abner Doubleday in 1839. • The game evolved considerably in the early years, but it was with the…

General Principles Overview • Snowboarding was popularized in the 1980s and became an Olympic sport in 1998. • Snowboarding is one of the fastest growing sports worldwide, and there are…

General Principles Background • Alpine skiing is a popular sport worldwide, with approximately >200 million participants per year. • High speeds, variable terrain, and weather conditions, combined with equipment, can…

General Principles Sport-specific injury prevention training programs are utilized across the country as an aid to increase performance and decrease injury rates. Two common areas of athletic injuries include the…

Introduction • US Lacrosse is the governing body of American lacrosse. • According to the number of participants, lacrosse is in the top three fastest growing sports in high school…