November 13, 2008 - How does one sport or event get voted into the Olympics while another doesn’t?

BMX made it’s debut in Beijing and the International Cycling Federation wants to include a freestyle event for the London games.

But last year, attempts to introduce skateboarding to the London Olympics failed.

The sports for London 2012 have already been decided but there are currently seven sports short-listed for consideration 2016 Summer Games. Only two will be added.

Leaders of baseball and softball, along with five other sports seeking inclusion in the Olympics, will present their cases to the International Olympic Committee in Geneva this week.

Golf, karate, roller sports, rugby and squash officials will also meet the 16-member commission, which will deliver a report to the IOC before the  members vote in October.

Baseball and softball were dropped after the Beijing Games because they didn’t receive enough votes in 2005 to remain on the 2012 program.

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Filed under: General, Golf, London Summer Games 2012, Martial Arts, Olympics, Rugby, Softball, Squash by jane
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Rules of the Game: Women’s rugby is mentally and physically challenging, exciting, and a lot of fun. The sport has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, especially at the collegiate level. Roughly 90 percent football rushing and 10 percent soccer footwork, rugby is attracting participants with varied skills and backgrounds.

While youth programs continue to proliferate nationwide, most women are introduced to the game during college. Since most women did not grow up playing—or even watching—rugby, the learning curve can be rather steep. Most clubs welcome new players and women of all athletic backgrounds and body types can learn and love the sport.

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Filed under: 101-Basics, Playbook, Rugby by admin
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