I'm looking for a copy of the 2004 Summer Olympics opening ceremony video in a high quality HD format (like x264 720p about 3GB/hour). [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Dec 27, 2009 - 2 answers

Looking for ideas to add shoulder padding & support under leather LARP armor. [more inside]
posted by GJSchaller on Dec 23, 2009 - 16 answers

Help My Parents With Their Inexplicable Obsession Filter: Is there a way to watch the Golf Channel online for free or cheap? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Dec 21, 2009 - 5 answers

Would it be considered "fair use" to pen a satirical children's book based on a professional sports team? For instance, "How The Yankees Stole Christmas" or something similar. (That's not the title I have in mind, but it gets the point across.) [more inside]
posted by (bb|[^b]{2}) on Dec 19, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for tips on how to peak for an athletic performance. [more inside]
posted by vito90 on Dec 16, 2009 - 6 answers

Winter runners (or x-country skiiers, snowshoe-ers, etc.): what do you use for hydration when outside in freezing temperatures? [more inside]
posted by Kurichina on Dec 8, 2009 - 15 answers

Help this mom understand the difference, in coaching youth sports, between being competitive and being an asshole. [more inside]
posted by Sweetie Darling on Nov 30, 2009 - 22 answers

What are some examples of good and bad sports TV production? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety on Nov 26, 2009 - 27 answers

How do I go about getting back into hobbies, or finding new ones (suggest some)? [more inside]
posted by cofie on Nov 24, 2009 - 15 answers

What are the best boxer autobiographies? [more inside]
posted by azure_swing on Nov 18, 2009 - 12 answers

Where can I find out which World Cup qualifier matches are being televised, on what channels, and when? [more inside]
posted by Red Loop on Nov 13, 2009 - 6 answers

Which form of bobsledding is best for spectating? [more inside]
posted by rinogo on Nov 13, 2009 - 3 answers

I play group sports and do strength training almost every weekday, should I still keep this up when I start my half marathon training? [more inside]
posted by spacesbetween on Oct 30, 2009 - 16 answers

Madrid this Friday and Saturday: Any way to get my boyfriend to a sports game? [more inside]
posted by samthemander on Oct 21, 2009 - 7 answers

Where can I find a printable (preferably A4) copy of the 1990's Nike Ad "If You Let Me Play Sports"? [more inside]
posted by pick_the_flowers on Oct 18, 2009 - 3 answers

Football (American) strategy question: You're down 15 and score a TD with about enough time left to kick-off, try to force the other team to punt, then get the ball back with a chance to tie. Why do all teams opt for the extra point rather than the 2-point conversion? [more inside]
posted by glenngulia on Oct 12, 2009 - 50 answers

I've been invited to join my first fantasy basketball league. The draft's in a couple of weeks, but I have no idea what I'm doing. [more inside]
posted by synecdoche on Oct 9, 2009 - 11 answers

I just realized the Olympics are happening in a few months and they are within driving distance. I have memories of going to several events during the 1984 games as a small kid, and loving the experience. Is there any chance this late in the game that I could get tickets to some events like speed skating or ski jumping? Are scalpers the only option at this point? Are hotels already well-booked? [more inside]
posted by mathowie on Oct 9, 2009 - 12 answers

Basketball season is nearly upon us, and I'd like to educate myself a bit better on how the game works. What are some good resources for learning about basketball strategy and tactics? [more inside]
posted by aparrish on Oct 8, 2009 - 7 answers

What if I just want to walk it off? [more inside]
posted by pdb on Oct 5, 2009 - 12 answers

I like watching sports but don't particularly like listening to the commentators. Surely I am not alone in this. So why don't they broadcast commentator-free audio on the SAP channel? [more inside]
posted by any portmanteau in a storm on Oct 3, 2009 - 18 answers

Where can I get sports feeds, especially cricket? [more inside]
posted by raghuram on Sep 26, 2009 - 5 answers

Where can I see the Texas Tech v. Texas game (airing on ABC, I think) in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by mingodingo on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

Who are the absolute legends of obscure sports? [more inside]
posted by Fireland on Sep 15, 2009 - 55 answers

Boston/Cambridge US Open Filter. Dear neighbors, I'm getting into watching the US Open and would love to watch the upcoming final matches on a big screen at a pleasant local saloon. Any suggestions for a bar that shows -- or is likely to show -- the matches? I'm in Inman, so prefer Cambridge, but am also feeling open-minded. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog on Sep 8, 2009 - 3 answers

How can I watch as much of the X-Games as possible, especially now that the event has passed? [more inside]
posted by ErWenn on Sep 3, 2009 - 2 answers

How do I get "special" access at sporting events? [more inside]
posted by arimathea on Aug 30, 2009 - 8 answers

What do you know about sports psychology? My 15 year old son is a competitive fencer and has a tendency to dwell on the point he just lost, which tends to cause him to lose the next point, which he then dwells on even more, etc. I can't relax on the strip for him, so I'm looking for books or resources I can point him towards to help. [more inside]
posted by COD on Aug 24, 2009 - 15 answers

Where online can I buy a fitted high quality ballcap with an extra long bill? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde on Aug 19, 2009 - 6 answers

In MLB, if a pinch hitter enters the on-deck circle to warm up, but the side is retired before he actually gets up to bat, does the team still have to go through with the substitution? Or can they 'back out'? [more inside]
posted by csimpkins on Aug 14, 2009 - 8 answers

Help me find video clips that capture athleticism at its most poetic. [more inside]
posted by woodway on Aug 13, 2009 - 38 answers

Help me be a good Pee Wee Soccer coach. [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket on Aug 12, 2009 - 10 answers

What's the best site to host my fantasy NFL football league? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo on Aug 11, 2009 - 14 answers

Where can I find out-of-town sports bars in Denver? [more inside]
posted by pennstatephil on Aug 11, 2009 - 3 answers

Looking for resources on UK/European fútbol. [more inside]
posted by bamassippi on Aug 4, 2009 - 10 answers

I have stitches in my hand, and am wondering if it's a bad idea to play my rugby game tonight. Feedback from ruggers and others alike more than welcome :) [more inside]
posted by crawfo on Jul 27, 2009 - 14 answers

What are the real odds of being killed by lightning, if you are outside in a field during a storm (i.e. factoring OUT all the people smart enough to stay inside)? [more inside]
posted by Jim Biancolo on Jul 17, 2009 - 19 answers

Is it mainly North America that has a thing for animal-themed sports teams? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Jul 14, 2009 - 18 answers

I have Standing-Room-Only tickets for the Red Sox at Fenway tonight - where should I stand? [more inside]
posted by um_maverick on Jul 6, 2009 - 4 answers

What's the current state of strike zone technology? [more inside]
posted by lpsguy on Jul 6, 2009 - 7 answers

Did they really get the bright idea to host a college football game in Soviet Russia, and then have to cancel it because they couldn't sell enough vacation packages? The Wikipedia entry about the Glasnost Bowl has a bunch of outdated angelfire pages as its sources. The 1989 New York Times article that mentions it doesn't treat it as very interesting. I think it would make a publishable journal article if it's real and am looking for more info.
posted by srs on Jul 4, 2009 - 1 answer

What's the correct analysis of the frequency of repeat Super Bowl winners? [more inside]
posted by glenngulia on Jul 3, 2009 - 22 answers

BasketballFilter: History of the games "21" and "Utah"? [more inside]
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches on Jul 2, 2009 - 1 answer

How are American parenting practices unique? [more inside]
posted by Fairchild on Jun 18, 2009 - 30 answers

What sport suits a thirty-five year old man built like a hot water heater? Everything I like is made for the lithe and long-limbed, not the squat and powerful. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by Harvey Jerkwater on Jun 17, 2009 - 60 answers

Advice on sports bras for the bustier woman? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Jun 16, 2009 - 25 answers

Please help me find my beloved lacy black sports-style bras! [more inside]
posted by bunji on Jun 12, 2009 - 9 answers

Two years ago I sold the car and started riding my bicycle to work, about 26 km a day. However, over those two years, my average speed has not increased, in fact I think I'm actually a little slower than last year. Help me get to work faster! I'm interested in a simple approach: a basic training program, maybe- I don't want to change bicycles or go single speed.
posted by Siberian Mist on Jun 4, 2009 - 20 answers

Which of the major US sports (baseball, football, basketball, hockey, soccer) has the most variance in final score? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing on May 26, 2009 - 17 answers

Best way to get a solo Yankees ticket for tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo on May 23, 2009 - 4 answers