21. Time Line 1985 racquetball is recognized by the International olympic Committee. As the 38th sport, racquetball makes premiere US olympic Festival appearance in http://www.velocityracquetball.net/History/Time_line.htm

Velocity Racquetball ADVICE Strategy Serves Strokes Doubles ... Articles Racquetball Time Line The game of racquetball evolved from other racket sports such as French Court Tennis and Spanish Jai Alai in the 17th century, the British game of Rackets played in the early 1800s, English Squash in the 1850s, and Irish immigrants’ introduction of Handball to the United States in the 1900s. The evolution of these various racket sports lead inevitably to Racquetball in the 1950s. Joe Sobek invents racquetball in Greenwich, Connecticut. He designs a ‘strung paddle racket,’ combines the rules of handball and squash and calls his variation ‘paddle rackets.’ The sport gains a following among cross over handball enthusiasts. Robert Kendler , president of the U.S. Handball Association, takes an interest in the game, both as a player and a promoter. Increasing popularity of the game attracts new players in all age groups. Administrative structure begins to evolve. The First Gut Strung Paddle Rackets National Championship held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

22. HickokSports.com - History - Pan American Games history. During the 1932 olympic Games in Los Angeles, Bowling, inlineskating, racquetball, roller skating, squash, and water skiing are among the http://www.hickoksports.com/history/panamgames.shtml

Sports History Alpha Index Index by Sport History Bits Forum ... Search Pan American Games Table of Contents History Host Cities Member Countries Medals by Country ... Other Resources History During the 1932 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, representatives of several Latin-American countries proposed a kind of regional Olympics for all of the Americas. The Central American Games were already in existence, having been hosted by Mexico in 1926 and by Cuba in 1930. In 1938, the Central American Games expanded in scope, becoming the Central American and Caribbean Games, and the idea of international sports competition also embracing North America was revived after being on hold for six years. As a result, the Pan American Sports Congress was founded at Buenos Aires, Argentina, in August of 1940 and delegates agreed that Buenos Aires should host the first Pan American Games in 1942. That didn't happen because of World War II, but the Pan American Sports Congress met again during the 1948 Olympics in London and revived the idea. Buenos Aires finally hosted the first Pan American Games, which opened on February 25, 1951. The 21 countries that took part were represented by 2,513 athletes competing in 18 sports. The organizing body was renamed the Pan American Sports Organization (PASO) in 1955, when the games were held in Mexico City. Canada competed for the first time, bringing the total number of countries to 22. There are currently 42 countries from North, South, and Central America and the Caribbean in PASO, which is headquartered in Mexico City. More than 5,000 athletes have participated at each Pan American Games since 1995.

23. Guam Olympic Commitee of the olympic Movement not through victory but through history and racquetball Frank Rios won a gold medal at the Japan racquetball Master http://www.oceaniasport.com/guam/index.cgi?sID=11

24. ONOC of the olympic Movement not through victory but through history and The Guam racquetball team also competed at the World Championships held in http://www.oceaniasport.com/onoc/index.cgi?sID=3&intArticleID=40&det=1

25. Outdoor Rec Center History - University Recreation It was located in an old oversize racquetball court in Bohler Gym. We arenow in the Field house annex in the location of the old olympic Weight Room. http://urec.wsu.edu/urec/orc/history.jsp

26. Racquetball -- Facts, Info, And Encyclopedia Article Categories Past olympic sports, Racquet sports racquetball is a (An activediversion history. Joe Sobek is credited with invented racquetball, http://www.absoluteastronomy.com/encyclopedia/r/ra/racquetball.htm

Racquetball [Categories: Past Olympic sports, Racquet sports] Racquetball is a (An active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition) sport played with (A sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games) racquet s and a hollow (Latex from trees (especially trees of the genera Hevea and Ficus)) rubber (Round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games) ball on a special indoor court. It was invented by Joe Sobeck in (Click link for more info and facts about 1949) incorporating rules from (A game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets) squash and (A game played in a walled court or against a single wall by two or four players who strike a rubber ball with their hands) handball . Unlike many other racquet sports, the walls, floor, and even ceiling of the racquetball court are considered in-bounds. The game is normally played by two players, though there are variations with three or even four (which can get very crowded). Two player games are called singles, three player games are typically called trips or cut-throat, and four player games are called doubles. History Joe Sobek is credited with invented racquetball, though not naming the sport. Sobeck, a tennis pro and handball player was looking for a fast paced sport that was easy to learn and play. He designed the first strung paddle, devised a set of rules based on those from squash and handball and named his game, "paddle rackets". In 1952, Sobek founded the National Paddle Rackets Association, codified the rules, and had rules booklets printed.

27. R-ball - Promoting The Sport Of Racquetball _ 1 Most sports have a history of existing programs offered to the public. Even if racquetball does become an olympic sport, there still needs to be http://www.surfermall.com/rball/promote_1.htm

Ideas on promoting the sport of racquetball - page 2 Find all books and videos related to racquetball at Amazon! Back to promote r-ball index Search Now: Winning Racquetball : Skills, Drills and Strategies Home Subject: Racquetball "Chain Club" Promotion Suggestion Date: 26 Apr 2003 18:08:18 GMT (Jordan Kahn) A few years back, I posted an article about how racquetball will eventually move from "racquetball clubs" with many courts to "Multi-Fitness Mega-Clubs" facilities with just a few courts, but lots of different activities and thousands of memberships. I also mentioned that the trend for many clubs may be towards "programs" and "family programs", including pre-school and youth programs, which allows members more reasons to join and renew their memberships. Like a cross between a YMCA, Park District and an Exclusive Private Club.

28. OUR DAY IN HISTORY - ATHENS 2004 OLYMPIC GAMES COMING SOON TO THE olympic GAMES We know quite a bit about the game of Polo, Powerboating, racquetball, Roller Sports, Rugby, Squash, Surfing, Sumo, http://www.olympic.ca/EN/games/olympic/summer/athens/newsletter/August_26_EN.htm

AUGUST 26, 2004 - DAY 13 ISSUE 14 GOLD : 2 SILVER : 4 BRONZE : 1 VOICES FROM THE GAMES Pierre-Luc Laforest, Catcher Baseball (Laforest and the rest of the Canadian baseball team lost to Japan yesterday in the bronze medal final 11-2.) Karen Furneaux “I have to say I’m pleased with my result. Making the final was a big accomplishment and I know I can go higher. I think the future’s very bright for both of us (she and Dana Ellis)." Stephanie McCann Athletics Andrew Willows Blythe Hartley Diving TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS Priscilla Lopes Athletics (22) (Lopes ran a 13.02 in the heats of the 100m hurdles and did not advance. She is currently studying Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska.) Lucky Loonie - Have you found a safe place for yours

29. Physical Education An indispensable collection of olympic resources, this site is nicely Rules, tournaments, history, and even a link to racquetball Magazine are what http://www.educationindex.com/physed/

Physical Education A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z AYSO Online The American Youth Soccer Organization offers lots of information for the soccer player and coach. You'll find coach and referree information, MLS Camps information, and even free software to download "which will help you better manage your team." Amateur Softball Association If you are interested in softball, this site is for you.. You can find out how to register your team, become a certified ASA umpire, and locate the local ASA representatives. America's Sports Headquarters This site has links to everything from spectator sports to outdoor adventures to recreational sports. If it's about sports and it's on the Internet, you will most likely find it here, and organized in a very useful manner. Archery With instruction, history, and listings of archery literature, this site offers quite a bit about the sport of archery. The Archery Corner This site presents the Guide to Shooting with a Bow, in English and Italian. Australian Sport WWW If you're looking for information about sports in Australia, this is where you'll find it. Learn about organizations at a national, state, and local level, as well as information about Australia in the Olympics and the Commonwealth Games. You can find out about specific sports played in Australia (there are lots of them!), and the site is still being developed.

30. Fishpond.co.nz Sports Recreation, olympics, A Brief history of the olympic Games, Young, David C . Pool, Billiards, Snooker Racket Sports racquetball Reference http://www.fishpond.co.nz/Books/Sports_Recreation/Olympics/product_info.php?prod

31. Welcome To AVCA - The American Volleyball Coaches Association Wallyball is a version of volleyball played on a racquetball court with two, He is the first player in olympic history to win three gold medals in http://www.avca.org/newsletter/karchwallyball2-18-04.asp

DIVISION I WOMEN DIVISION II WOMEN DIVISION III WOMEN MEN ... TWO-YEAR Click Above Tab for * Job Line * Open Dates * Clinics * Seminars * Summer Camps * Employer Search Coaching Transactions Red Tabs = Members Only Karch Kiraly Joins AUWP Wallyball Advisory Staff When you think of the greatest living sports legends, some names that quickly come to mind are Michael Jordan, Muhammad Ali, Barry Bonds, Wayne Gretzky and Dan Marino. Karch Kiraly is to the sport of volleyball what these modern-day icons represent in their respective sports. “Having Karch Kiraly join the advisory staff of the Association of United Wallyball Players (AUWP), the official governing body of the sport of wallyball, is one of the crowning moments in the history of the sport,” states Joe Garcia, inventor of wallyball and executive eirector of the AUWP. “One of our primary goals is to develop a grass roots program to grow the sport. Karch also understands that the similarities the two sports enjoy - such as basic volleyball rules, ball handling techniques and the availability of wallyball/racquetball courts - can help both sports work together more effectively to attract new players and help them improve their skills.” Wallyball is a version of volleyball played on a racquetball court with two, three or four players per team. Play and scoring are similar to volleyball; however, the side walls become part of the playing area and contacting two or more walls constitutes a fault or side-out. There are several million players worldwide who play wallyball in health clubs, YMCAs, and college intramural programs.

32. San Francisco Spa Hotel In The Historic YMCA Building - The Harbor Court Hotel featuring an olympicsize pool, racquetball courts, yoga classes, and more . And the Harbor Court Hotel pays homage to its history by retaining the http://www.harborcourthotel.com/hcthist/

Harbor Court Hotel History Located in the historic Embarcadero YMCA spa Today, the YMCA facility is considered one of the best spa facilities in the city, offering to locals and hotel guests alike an Olympic-sized swimming pool, racquetball and basketball courts, a full variety of classes, aerobic exercise machines and free weights, along with steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. And the Harbor Court Hotel pays homage to its history by retaining the original architecture within its ceilings and its façade, while going forward into the future with the energy and style characteristic of San Francisco. Guests of the Harbor Court Hotel can take full advantage of the Embarcadero YMCA. This San Francisco hotel spa was described by Fitness Magazine as one of the top ten hotel health clubs in the country. Read more about the spa facilities. It's hard to believe that when Kimpton Hotels bought the property in 1989, the building included 400 rooms with bunk beds and one shared bath per floor (the hotel now offers 131 guestrooms - all with private baths). It's also hard to believe the stunning difference a day makes: Three months after Kimpton Hotels bought the building, the Loma Prieta earthquake sent the elevated freeway behind the hotel tumbling. The resulting demolition and removal gave the hotel the best views of the Bay in the city. Harbor Court Hotel 165 Steuart Street San Francisco CA 94105 Res: 866-792-6283 Phone: 415-882-1300 International Callers Sign up for special offers Kimpton Hotels Kimpton Life ... Kimpton InTouch loyalty program A luxury San Francisco hotel

33. The Claremont Club | General Information | History history. The Claremont Club began with the vision of Stanley Clark. a childcarecenter, racquetball courts, a recreational pool, an olympic pool, http://www.claremontclub.com/asp/Site/GeneralInfo/History/index.asp

Welcome Testimonials History Hours ... Contact Us The Claremont Club began with the vision of Stanley Clark. Stan, who was a lawyer by trade, wanted a tennis club and he felt strongly that he could make it a reality. In 1972, Stan purchased 100 acres, moved into the old stone house and started building his tennis courts. ^ Top The Claremont Club Contact Us

34. History By Year olympic Pool operated and funded jointly with High School District 214. Eight handball/racquetball courts opened at Forest View Racquet Club. http://www.ahpd.org/AboutUs/HistoryByYear.html

Historical by the Year Railroad Parks established; vacant land alongside railroad tracks leased to Village. Arlington Heights Park District was incorporated; first Commissioners were Nathaniel Banta, Eugene Berbecker, Julius Flentie, Henry Klehm and Albert Volz; first tax collection was $1,335. Village deeded Memorial Park to the Park District. Park District began landscaping and maintaining Railroad Parks. First Park Superintendent appointed (seasonal), John Bauer. Park District boundaries revised to include the same area as the Village of Arlington Heights. First bonds issued ($13,000), by ordinance, for the purchase and development of a south side park. Civil Works Administration made a grant of public funds to the Arlington Heights Park District for one-half the cost of landscaping one of the railroad parks, planting elm trees throughout the Park District and construction of a skating rink in South Park. First referendum, by straw vote, to authorize Park District to issue $25,000 in bonds for the construction of a public swimming pool. The referendum failed 215 to 201. Board authorized one of its Commissioners to investigate the matter of organized playground activity and the first recreation program began.

35. Colorado Vacations - Vacation In Delta The Fairlamb House Bed and Breakfast has great Delta history and is on the racquetball, olympic sized swimming pool, therapy pool, weight training, http://www.westerncolorado.org/Communities_Delta.htm

DELTA FT UNCOMPAHGRE DEVIL'S THUMB GOLF COURSE COUNCIL TREE POW WOW CITY OF MURALS CONFLUENCE PARK DRY MESA QUARRY Delta, the city of murals, is strategically located at the confluence of two rivers, the Uncompahgre and the Gunnison. Originally set up as a trading post for Utes and whites, this community has been through interesting times and seen interesting people. Today Delta is a surprising jewel in the high desert. Delta is set in the valley of the region, surrounded by mountain ranges, canyons and rivers. One has to struggle to stay inside as the weather here coupled with the outdoor attractions draws one to come out and play. Affordable lodging properties and attractions both in and around Delta, make this an ideal get-away for those who know. Confluence Park was created as a recreation dream and is now a reality. Many families spend afternoons here enjoying this park set at the confluence of the Gunnison and Uncompahgre Rivers. Confluence Park, a riparian oasis at the confluence of the Uncompahgre and Gunnison rivers, features foot and bike trails, picnic areas and bird watching. Ft. Uncompahgre

36. Sprinker Recreation Center History 4 indoor tennis courts, 5 racquetball/handball courts, 5 multipurpose rooms for featuring olympic medallists Rosalynn Sumners and Brian Boitano. http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/services/recreate/SRChistry.htm

Back to Pierce County Homepage Pierce County SPRINKER RECREATION CENTER 14824 South "C" Street Tacoma, WA 98444 (253) 798-4000 HISTORY The $2.5 million Sprinker Recreation Center was dedicated on July 16, 1976 when the doors of the 74,500 square foot facility opened to the public with ceremonies and an open house. That dedication added a regulation ice arena, 4 indoor tennis courts, 5 racquetball/handball courts, 5 multi-purpose rooms for classes and activities, and a fully-equipped pottery room (which is no longer there) to the 30 acre outdoor complex that previously opened in June of 1969. Sprinker Center 1976 Sprinker Recreation Center 1976 The outdoor facility boasts a huge variety of amenities including 8 softball fields, 1 baseball field, 6 football/soccer fields, 6 tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts, 8 horseshoe pits, and an all-weather 1/4 mile track. Spire Rock, one of the first such climbing facilities in the state, was later added. Automatic batting cages were added in 1983. Sprinker has always striven to provide the best and latest recreational opportunities for the public by hosting graduation parties, carnivals, district and state high school athletic championships, and state and regional slowpitch tournaments, to name a few. It has also been the site of Lakewood Winter Club hosted figure skating competitions featuring Olympic medallists Rosalynn Sumners and Brian Boitano. And former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Jim Zorn even participated in a skating exhibition. Sprinker provided practice ice for the W.I.L.'s Tacoma Rockets and NHL teams as well. Internationally known ice skating coach Kathy Casey was Skating Director for many years and over the years numerous other dignitaries and sports personalities have made appearances at the center.

37. IOA - Indian Olympic Association || Sports International Team India Rides Higher At XII racquetball World Championship The OlympicGames as we know them today have a long history that dates back to Antiquity. http://www.indianolympic.com/section/sports_international

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38. History Of Wallyball The sport was created to provide racquetball club owners with an alternative usefor empty Joe s eventual goal is to make wallyball an olympic event. http://hometown.aol.com/courtmstrs/history.htm

39. Encyclopedia: Racquetball The USRA in 2003 then switched again to mirror other olympic sports by changingits name to USA Official rules (usra.org); history racquetball Wiki http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Racquetball

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40. History - T H E   M U L L I N S   C E N T E R The main arena houses a basketball court over an olympic sized hockey rink. Seven racquetball courts for intramural and general use are also enclosed in http://www.mullinscenter.com/venue/history.asp

42nd Street September 25, 2005 ISOM Career Fair September 28, 2005 Miss Saigon October 12, 2005 Miss Saigon October 13, 2005 World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions October 15, 2005 Autumn Event October 22, 2005 Kanye West October 31, 2005 Keith Urban November 11, 2005 O.A.R. November 17, 2005 Cats April 28, 2006 Click Here for Operations Department Schedule A Global Spectrum Facility Administration and Finance Hampshire Hospitality ... How You Doin'? In 1985, Representative William Mullins of Ludlow, then the Vice Chairmen of the House Ways and Means Committee, concluded that UMass Amherst, as the flagship campus of the University system, lacked an indoor facility of sufficient size for major sports and other events. After studying the needs of the region and the campus, Representative Mullins believed that a multi-purpose sports and convocation center was essential to the University’s growth. He enlisted the support of campus officials and legislative leaders and began building the momentum to fund the construction of this type of facility. Representative Mullins Died in 1986. Several of his colleagues in the legislature, as well as other supporters, carried on his commitment to this project. As a tribute to Representative Mullins’ dedication to higher education and his deep interest in athletics in general and the UMass sports program in particular, the facility was named in his memory.

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