Links of the Week
October 16, 2009
From bees attacking soccer fields to NFL players attacking themselves it's been a crazy week in the world of sport.
Avalanche warning
This scary and breathtaking video shows just what happens when a skier gets taken out by an avalanche, including four minutes of panic and solitude. Amazing stuff.
Bees attack
A World Cup qualifier between Mexico and El Salvador this week was interrupted only three minutes into the match when a swarm of bees attacked the field.
Romanian rugby ruckus
This massive brawl between Romanian rugby teams CSU Arad and RCM Timisoara finished with three players taken to hospital including several head injuries, a broken nose and a few lost teeth.
Headbanger
Seattle Seahawks NFL player Owen Schmitt got a little too excited last week, needing three self-inflicted stitches before the game even started.
Feature of the Week
Brilliant writer Malcolm Gladwell (if you haven't read The Tipping Point, Blink or Outliers then get them right now) looks at the dangers of the NFL and the huge problem of concussions. Fascinating stuff that could well relate to rugby.
Worst NRL kicks
This is a few months old but worth a laugh as the Footy Show look at the worst attempts at goal ever.
Heavy hitters
South Africa is preparing for next year's FIFA World Cup with a secret weapon in riot squad equipment - obesity.
Name of the Week
Ice hockey player Wheaton King is playing for a team called the Wheat Kings.
All time Black Caps XI
With the help of a plethora of New Zealand cricket experts Cricinfo names the all-time Black Caps XI. Robert Kennedy was robbed.
Use your hands
German soccer team Hertha BSC might be looking for a new goalie as their current one isn't learning from his mistakes.
Honduras celebrates
Two Honduras commentators react after the USA steal a late draw against Costa Rica, giving Honduras a spot in the World Cup for the first time since 1982. You can hear one of the commentators crying. The small nation celebrated with a national holiday. Take note John Key.
Feel-good story of the Week
Nothing like a 109-year old woman kicking a soccer ball to get the sappiness out.
Avalanche warning
This scary and breathtaking video shows just what happens when a skier gets taken out by an avalanche, including four minutes of panic and solitude. Amazing stuff.
Bees attack
A World Cup qualifier between Mexico and El Salvador this week was interrupted only three minutes into the match when a swarm of bees attacked the field.
Romanian rugby ruckus
This massive brawl between Romanian rugby teams CSU Arad and RCM Timisoara finished with three players taken to hospital including several head injuries, a broken nose and a few lost teeth.
Headbanger
Seattle Seahawks NFL player Owen Schmitt got a little too excited last week, needing three self-inflicted stitches before the game even started.
Feature of the Week
Brilliant writer Malcolm Gladwell (if you haven't read The Tipping Point, Blink or Outliers then get them right now) looks at the dangers of the NFL and the huge problem of concussions. Fascinating stuff that could well relate to rugby.
Worst NRL kicks
This is a few months old but worth a laugh as the Footy Show look at the worst attempts at goal ever.
Heavy hitters
South Africa is preparing for next year's FIFA World Cup with a secret weapon in riot squad equipment - obesity.
Name of the Week
Ice hockey player Wheaton King is playing for a team called the Wheat Kings.
All time Black Caps XI
With the help of a plethora of New Zealand cricket experts Cricinfo names the all-time Black Caps XI. Robert Kennedy was robbed.
Use your hands
German soccer team Hertha BSC might be looking for a new goalie as their current one isn't learning from his mistakes.
Honduras celebrates
Two Honduras commentators react after the USA steal a late draw against Costa Rica, giving Honduras a spot in the World Cup for the first time since 1982. You can hear one of the commentators crying. The small nation celebrated with a national holiday. Take note John Key.
Feel-good story of the Week
Nothing like a 109-year old woman kicking a soccer ball to get the sappiness out.
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