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Sunday
Jul222012

MLS All Star Game comes to Philadelphia with Little Fanfare

AuthorJames Dugan | DateSunday, July 22, 2012 at 9:29AM | Comment1 Comment

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For almost two decades, MLS continues to see the talent ripen on American shores as the quality of play improves. Though even with that, the excitement is not there.

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Monday
Jul022012

40 years after Title IX

AuthorBarb Hoyer @ A Life in Balance | DateMonday, July 2, 2012 at 7:22PM | Comment1 Comment

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Speaking from my personal experience, women bring a different perspective to sports that I think has brought about a greater emphasis on sportsmanship and playing honorably.

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Jan012012

George Sacko: The Soccer Wizard’s Lasting Legacy

AuthorJames Dugan | DateSunday, January 1, 2012 at 8:45PM | Comment1 Comment

Looking for a sports’ story to sum up the end of the year, I found a story that encompassed not just sports, but American history, politics, economy and fame turned to tragedy.

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Oct242011

Why Did I Decide to Coach?

AuthorTommy Garvin | DateMonday, October 24, 2011 at 9:30PM | Comment3 Comments

We have your money, and now we need you to coach your sons.

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Jul182011

US Women’s Soccer: What We Win

AuthorJames Dugan | DateMonday, July 18, 2011 at 10:03AM | Comment4 Comments

Our team raised the bar for American athletic behavior and provided a sterling example of teamwork and pluck that all children and parents can use for life lessons.

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