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61. Sports & Physical Education
racquetball USRA Homepage United States racquetball Association site compiled bythe US olympic Committee, this the national program plus rules, history and a
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62. Welcome To The Juniata Valley YMCA Homepage
Features a six lane olympicstyle pool, fitness center, two full-size gymnasiums, two racquetball courts and multi-purpose aerobics room. Locker rooms with showers Baby sitting area Rehabilitation Service (Provided by Lewistown Hostpital)
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63. Demographics
great heights in its short history with World the addition of five InternationalOlympic Committee approved times are exciting for the sport of racquetball.
http://www.usra.org/usra/programs/01demos.htm
Demographics
Contents: Demographics Summary
Olympic Dream
Profile HISTORY
Racquetball was invented by Joe Sobek in 1949 on a Connecticut handball court. Seeking a game with fast pace that was easy to learn, Sobek designed the first short strung paddle, devised rules combining the basics of handball and squash, and named his modification "paddle rackets." His experiment was an overnight success, the sport caught on quickly and has since evolved into racquetball as we know it today. By the early 70's, court clubs could be found in every state and the sport enjoyed a rapid and steady rise in popularity. As Americans sought new and challenging athletic activities, the timing was perfect for racquetball courts were accessible nationwide and the sport was fun and easy to learn. The late 70's and early 80's saw racquetball become one of the fastest growing sports in America as thousands of new racquetball courts were built to satisfy the demand. But the sport saturated the market and reached its peak in the mid-80's, when many clubs either closed their doors or began converting courts to other uses. But by 1987 the decline leveled off and racquetball regained a steady, manageable growth rate.

64. - Downtown Athletic Club Of New York City, Inc.
Modern athletic equipment, an olympic sized pool, squash, racquetball and basketball courts and even a boxing ring.
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65. History Racquetball Was Invented By Joe Sobek In 1949 On A
great heights in its short history with World the addition of five InternationalOlympic Committeeapproved times are exciting for the sport of racquetball.
http://www.racquetball.net/history.htm
History Racquetball was invented by Joe Sobek in 1949 on a Connecticut handball court. Seeking a game with fast pace that was easy to learn, Sobek designed the first short strung paddle, devised rules combining the basics of handball and squash, and named his modification "paddle rackets." His experiment was an overnight success, the sport caught on quickly and has since evolved into racquetball as we know it today.
By the early 70's, court clubs could be found in every state and the sport enjoyed a rapid and steady rise in popularity. As Americans sought new and challenging athletic activities, the timing was perfect for racquetball courts were accessible nationwide and the sport was fun and easy to learn. The late 70s and early 80s saw racquetball become one of the fastest growing sports in America as thousands of new racquetball courts were built to satisfy the demand. But the sport saturated the market and reached its peak in the mid 80s, when many clubs either closed their doors or began converting courts to other uses.
But by 1987 the decline leveled off and racquetball regained a steady, manageable growth rate. From an original core group of loyal enthusiasts, participation has grown to some 7.7 million American players who enjoy the sport each year.

66. Racquetball: 2002 Junior Olympics
2002 Head USRA 29th Junior olympic Championships Presented Media Guide Event HistoryRecordbook. Contact the US racquetball Association Media/Public Relations
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2002 Head USRA 29th
Junior Olympic Championships
Presented by Head/Penn Racquet Sports
Athletic Club of Bloomingdale
Chicago, Illinois: June 26-30
preview releases drawsheets Media Guide

Event History

Recordbook

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entry deadline: Wednesday June 12, 2002

67. History
a full scale fitness center, 2 racquetball courts were of special facilities includingOlympic Indoor Swim Arlington Heights Park District history as compiled
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History Originally this place called Arlington Heights was a part of the prairie of the midwest. Various Indian tribes roamed the area at will until the western expansion of the white man drove them out. The Indian Treaties and the Homestead Act of the 1830s and 40s encouraged permanent settlement of the area and Asa Dunton, the first resident, named the community "Dunton." The biggest force shaping the early midwest was the railroad and, in 1854, "Dunton" was linked to Chicago by train. Asa Dunton persuaded the rail builders to stop in his town by selling 16 acres of his own land for railroad right of way for only $250. The improved transportation to Chicago spurred the industrial and farming growth of "Dunton" and a new name for the village was chosen, "Arlington Heights." The train is still a central focus of the community today. In 1887, the Village of Arlington Heights was incorporated and civic improvements were begun. In 1892, the railroad developed several parks on the north and south sides of the railroad right of way and started Arlington Heights on the road to a park system. In 1925 the citizens determined, by petition, that there was a need for an organized park district and that future development of the community demanded such an organization. On June 9, 1925, the Arlington Heights Park District was formed and the first Park District meeting was held June 18, 1925, with Commissioners Nathaniel Banta, Henry Klehm, Eugene Berbecker, Albert Volz, and Julius D. Flentie.

68. September Awards
the youngest world singles champion in history at the Team 42 (30) 2. US NationalRacquetball Team 36 Copyright © 2003 United States olympic Committee All
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69. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town.
first forward pass in the history of football in the world; Craig Virgin, Olympicmedalist in distance running; Marty Hogan, world racquetball champion; Michael
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    St. Louis continued a century-old tradition of making major news in the world of sports when the St. Louis Rams www.stlouisrams.com ) became the champions of the first Super Bowl of the millennium. It's the first time in history that a St. Louis team played in the NFL championship event. The Rams clinched the world championship title on January 30, 2000 with a 23-16 victory over the Tennessee Titans in Super Bowl XXXIV. Football fans voted St. Louis' victory as the "best Super Bowl ever" according to a CNNSI.com poll. The Rams won the NFC Championship again in the 2001 season and returned to Super Bowl XXXVI.
    Baseball history was made in St. Louis' Busch Stadium in 1998 when St. Louis Cardinal slugger Mark McGwire hit a record 70 home runs during a single season.

70. Summer Olympics 2000
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Cuba, not known for making its mark at the Olympics, made history saturday. Felix Savon won the heavyweight gold to become only the third boxer to win three gold medals and second Cuban to do so.
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Fists were flying during semifinal action of the Olympic boxing tournament. When the final bell sounded, two Americans, Ricardo Williams Jr. and Rocky Juarez will have a final bout for gold. Double-fault
A major sport at most times and in most places, tennis fails to generate widespread excitement among players and fans alike as an Olympic event. Would changing Olympic tennis to a team competition format help matters?

71. Active.com - Despite Small Numbers, The Culver City Western
meter run in one of the greatest finishes in olympic history.
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72. Olympic Preview: Team Handball
First olympic Appearance 1936 (men); 1976 (women). Americans what they think handballis, and they'll probably describe a game similar to racquetball with two
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Newsletter You've got info! Help Site Map Visit related sites from: Family Education Network Sports Olympics Olympic Events Team Handball First Olympic Appearance: 1936 (men); 1976 (women) by Mike Morrison DESPITE the fact that South Korea won the women's gold medal in both and , and that over eight million people from over 150 countries play it, handball is largely considered a European-only sport. In fact, ask many Americans what they think handball is, and they'll probably describe a game similar to racquetball with two competitors slapping a small ball off a wall with their hands. Not so. Did You Know? The NBA Houston Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon began his athletic career and unknowingly honed his basketball skills by playing handball in Nigeria as a child. The easiest way to describe handball is, "soccer with the hands instead of the feet." Much like soccer, it can be both

73. Olympic Preview: Team Handball
olympic Preview Team Handball First Appeared 1936 (men); 1976 (women think handballis, and they'll probably describe a game similar to racquetball with two
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Newsletter You've got info! Help Site Map Visit related sites from: Family Education Network Sports Olympics Olympic Events First Appeared: 1936 (men); 1976 (women) by Mike Morrison DESPITE the fact that South Korea won the women's gold medal in both and , and that over eight million people from over 150 countries play it, handball is largely considered a European-only sport. In fact, ask many Americans what they think handball is, and they'll probably describe a game similar to racquetball with two competitors slapping a small ball off a wall with their hands. Not so. Did You Know? The NBA Houston Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon began his athletic career and unknowingly honed his basketball skills by playing handball in Nigeria as a child. The easiest way to describe handball is, "soccer with the hands instead of the feet." Much like soccer, it can be both

74. Pan-American Games Rio 2007 - Links
Squash) www.worldsquash.org International racquetball Federation (racquetball)www.racquetball.org/usra/wrldwide/00irf.htm. National olympic Committees.
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75. USA Swimming Sub Page -media Services
United States olympic Committee. US racquetball Association.
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76. Untitled Document
history, 1996 Gold Medalist National Doubles 1996 Team) 1994 Gold Medalist OlympicFestival Intercollegiate All 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 racquetball Teacher and
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Derek Robinson
Born: May 20, 1969 Home: Kennewick, WA Height: 6'4" (tallest on IRT Tour) Weight: 215 lbs 1st Year
on Tour: Racquet: Wilson Roller 175 - Ashaway Killfire Pro 17 WebPage: DerekRobinson.com Sponsors: Wilson Racquetball Ashaway Bell Racquet Sports Career
Highlights: 1997 Most Improved Player History 1996 Gold Medalist National Doubles
1996 Bronze Medalist National Singles
1995 Gold Medalist Pan American Games (Team)
1995 Gold Medalist World Championships (Team)
1994 Gold Medalist Olympic Festival Intercollegiate All-American Champion
1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 Racquetball Teacher and Clinician for Seven Years
Derek, also known as "Big D", is a force to be reckoned with, both on and off the court. But, before we look at the present, lets take a quick look at the past.
Derek started playing racquetball when he was 9 years old. His Dad introduced him to the game and Derek got involved playing tournaments right away. In fact, at 9 years old, he won a free trip to Memphis to play the Junior Nationals, and he was hooked, big time, after playing the National event. Derek played all through school and into college. His game was so impressive he was offered and accepted a full scholarship to Southwest Missouri State University. He majored in Communications and minored in Business and Public Relations. During Derek's college career, he won the Intercollegiate Championships four straight years and was a 4 time All American ('91 - '94).

77. World Games Duisburg 2005 - History
history. not included in the programme of the olympic Games
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Parachuting at the 6th World Games in Akita, Japan
Beachhandball was a demonstration sport at the 6th World Games in Akita
History The 12 International Sports Federations mentioned were: International Badminton Federation (IBF) International Baseball Federation (AINBA) International Federation of BodyBuilders (IFBB) International Bowling Federation (FIQ) International Casting Federation (ICF) International Softball Federation (ISF) World Union of Karate-do Organization (WUKO) International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) International Roller Skating Federation (FIRS)

78. Racquetball
Give racquetball a try this year. First time competitors must bring FireDepartment ID to checkin and will be issued an olympic ID card.
http://www.cfaa.org/Summer/Raqball.htm
Racquetball
DIVISIONS: CLASSES: Open, A, B, C, D, Novice (never played in Firefighters Olympics) , Masters (40+), RULES: Classes with fewer than 5 players may be combined with another class. United States Racquetball Association will apply. Ektelon balls will be provided and used in tourmament play. The losing player/team will officiate the following game NOTE: Lensed eyeguards approved for racquet sports are required. TWO TO 15, TIE TO 11, BY 1 NOTES: Spectators admitted free ADDITIONAL INFO: There is a category for everyone, beginner to expert, old to young. Give racquetball a try this year. For those who have participated in the past, try to bring a friend. DATES: TIMES: LOCATION:
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Each competitor MUST check-in individually for the Olympics at the HOST HOTEL. First time competitors must bring Fire Department I.D. to check-in and will be issued an Olympic I.D. card. Past competitors must bring their Olympic I.D. card or Dept. I.D. to check-in. EVENT COORDINATOR: Donna McGrath
EVENT FEE: $ 50 Includes multiple division competition
Balls provided for official play.

79. Dunham's Sports - USA Olympic General Merchandise Search For
is considered the greatest moment in US Sports history. for the 1980 US olympic hockeyteam
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80. Director Of International Sports Initiatives – Bureau Of Educational And Cultur
Fact Sheet. The United States has a long history of supporting internationalathletic events, including hosting eight modern olympic games.
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The Director of International Sports Initiatives oversees the U.S. State Department's involvement in international athletic competitions and its support of international athletic events, including the Olympics, develops new sports programs, and serves as a U.S. Government primary contact with the international sports community. Fact Sheet The United States has a long history of supporting international athletic events, including hosting eight modern Olympic games. In addition, thousands of athletes have represented the U.S. in games all over the world. The U.S. government supports international athletic competitions because these events provide a showcase for American culture, promote mutual understanding between nations, generate a sense of national pride and create a significant economic impact. The Director of International Sports Initiatives plays a major role in coordinating events held in the U.S. and abroad. The director serves as a U.S. government liaison with the international sports community and works with State Department bureaus and other federal agencies to facilitate participation of foreign athletes and attendance by dignitaries at competitions held in the U.S. When U.S athletes participate in large-scale events abroad, the director works with overseas posts to help ensure security and consular support for American athletes and spectators. In addition, the director works on "

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