Prefontaine Q&A

1. Pre is portrayed as a mean, cranky person who needs to prove something. As an athlete he is a strong competitor.

2. No, I don't think he is a likable character he is really snobbish.

3. He makes sure he always the center of attention.

4. That he will never lose even if there is no prize for winning. Also, that he wont win everything so not to get your hopes up.

5. They endure a lot doing a sport and worrying about academics. It is stressful.

6. He wanted to be the greatest runner and get to Munich.

7. Its not a good area, they weren't given any nice things, they didn't even have beds. Maybe reminds us of one of our Olympic games.

8. Terrorists came and assassinated some of the Israeli team members. This became known as these Munich Massacre.

Q&A Transgender Athletes

1. They should make sure shes matched up with equal components that are either male or female since she has traits from each sex. They should take a safety precaution for the people that fight her.

2. I think if they haven't fully made the change to what they want to become then that is unfair because they are basically on drugs to enhance their physical changes. That influences there ability to win which isn't fair for the opponents.

3. If I was in her opponents position I would be nervous because I think I would assume she would still have all those masculine abilities, but also I would want to see if I have the strength and determination to fight her because that is like fighting a man almost.

4. I think instead of segregating them from the sport, they should be put in a division with men of similar skill and weight that way everyone is equal or they could go with women in the same division. As long as the fight is equal and not unsafe in any way then I think everything will go fine.

Ken Ross Response

        I agree with the actions done to Donald Sterling because he was simply a racist. Most of the players and coaches that have worked closely with him know this. I can’t seem to comprehend how you can be a racist against African Americans, but 85% of the team you own is black. It just doesn’t make any sense. I think he will be fine not owning the team anyways. He is in his 80’s, already rich, and got another 2.5 million just for having to quit his team. I honestly don’t think he really ever loved the game, or his players. He just wanted money and power. 

What is a Sport

           A sport requires great physical strength, mental determination, and skill. In a sport you play with others to become equal to defeat your opponent. Many physical activities are sometimes said to be sports even though they technically don't obtain the same requirements to be considered a sport. For instance, working out is a physical activity but it is not a sport. You still gain muscle and strength like you do while playing a sport but it doesn't have the same meaning. Most sports have a ball, or something involved to make it that particular sport. There are some exceptions, like cross country or running for track. In the sport there must be physical activity, it doesn't have to be extreme but that does play a big role. 

          Playing a sport, you have to be able to decide a winner. This makes it competitive in some way. Sometimes the game or match turns up in a tie, but then they must find a way to declare a winner, for example overtime. Some sports are not played with just a team vs. a team, it can be an individual vs an individual. As long as a winner can be determined, it is a sport. In order to win a sport you must have the physical strength and skill to do so. Winning just doesn't come naturally you must work at it. It takes time and patience to become the best player you can be, and there is always room to become better!

          Most activities or hobbies people enjoy require skill, so sports do also obviously. Many people enjoy interacting in sports but not everyone is particularly good at them. In order to be on a team you have to obtain the skill it takes to compete and beat another person or team. Becoming a professional doesn't happen for everyone, you must be very skilled to be given that offer. If someone has that skill then they should try to work even harder at it so that they can get even better, and maybe one day become professional. If you stay persistent then you'll excel in the skill you have and might even gain new skills that you can use to your own personal advantage. 

NHL Playoffs Predictions

So far this season the Bruins have done an amazing job. They may even be able to win the Stanley Cup again. Once they get into the game, its theirs, they become unstoppable. Even when they are losing during a game we see them come back and still win. That is how you know they are one of the greatest teams in he league. Even though Bruins are doing well there are other teams who have a shot at winning like the Blackhawks, Penguins, or Ducks. I think were going to beat the Detroit Red Wings! The Bruins are a really well rounded team, the playoffs are going to be really entertaining to watch. Winning the Cup would be an awesome come back from the disappointing loss we had last season!