| International_Council_for_Coach_Education ICCE is a not-for-profit, international organization with the mission of promoting coaching as an internationally accepted profession. |
| National_Association_of_Sports_Officials_(NASO) Organization dedicated to officiating with membership at all levels and types of sport. |
| The_Official_Public_Address_Announcer_Web_Site Information for PA announcers, including features on other announcers, talent bank listings, message board and articles. |
| Officiating_com Officiating news, links, violations, fouls, mechanics, philosophy, rules, and discussion boards. |
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| American_Birling_Association Provides information and how to articles on log rolling, boom running, making log rolling spikes, carpeting logs, and organizing a log rolling or boom running contest. |
| American_Lumberjack_Association_(A_L_A_) A body which sets up rules governing sanctioned shows and competitors, maintains equipment, keeps records, mails regular newsletters to members and holds annual meetings. |
| Canadian_Intercollegiate_Lumberjacking_Association Provides a venue for colleges to participate in a series of lumberjacking competitions. Includes general rules, events, teams, forms, past results, upcoming competitions. |
| Canadian_Logger_Sports_Association Sets rules and regulations for Festival of Forestry at the Pacific National Exhibition and the Squamish Logger Sports summer month competitions. |
| Federation_of_New_South_Wales_Axemen\'s_Associations,_Inc_ Provides an introduction to wood chopping, programs and results, training and instruction, articles, and schedules of meetings. |
| Fred_Scheer\'s_Lumberjack_Shows Includes information on upcoming shows and how to arrange a show. |
| Iron_Horse_Hotsaw Water cooled design of the husky hotsaw which was the winner of seven world championships. |
| Kentucky_Lumberjack_Challange Annual event includes axe throw, men and woman's underhand, stock appearing 0 - 4, two person crosscut, stock appearing 0-5, standing block, stock appearing 5 and over, jack and jill crosscut, and hus |
| Ketchikan_Coho\'s_Log_Rolling_Team Alaska log rolling school for ages 4 & up. Information about log rolling and other timber sports. |
| Lumberjack_Alley Explains the mechanics of how to use an axe, log rolling, two man bucking, jack and jill bucking, jill and jill bucking, bow sawing, hot saw chain saw, underhand chop, and axe throwing. Details contes |
| Lumberjack_Days Stillwater, Minnesota annual July lumberjack celebration. Includes schedule of events, photo gallery, maps and info. |
| Lumberjack_Entertainment_and_Timbersports_Guide Information about contests including locations, who to contact, and dates, listings of world records, where to obtain equipment and where to find related publications. |
| Lumberjack_Sports_International Lumberjack show production company. Information about various television shows, how to arrange a show and the LSWRA organization of athletes. |
| Lumberjack_World_Championships Annual July event in Hayward, Wisconsin. Event includes chopping, sawing, tree climbing, and logrolling. Information on history, competitions, how to purchase tickets. |
| Lumberjack\'s_Challenge_Television_Series Television series about individuals that compete for prize money in springboard chopping, pole climbing, double bucking, log birling. Includes information about upcoming shows and competitions. |
| New_York_State_Woodsmen\'s_Field_Days_Lumberjack_Contest Annual contest held in Boonville on the third weekend of August. Includes general information, schedule, past results back to 1995, and world records. |
| Nova_Scotia_Agriculrural_College_Woodsmen_Athletics Includes schedule of events, results, player biographies, roster, coaching staff info, photo gallery and information about the NSAC annual competition. |
| Stihl_Timbersports__Series Provides past results, a list of contestants with biographies, a schedule of events, and a themed screensaver. |
| United_States_Axemens_Association Promotes the advancement of lumberjack and timber sports. Includes news, competition rules, scheduled competitions and events, competitor rankings, world records, photos, instructional guides, and tra |
| University_of_New_Brunswick_(UNB)_Woodsmen_Team A student run organization consisting of faculty from the forestry and environmental management program that competes in lumberjack competitions. Includes course listing, history, alumni, photogallery |
| World_Poleclimbing_Association Describes poleclimbing and includes rules, news, events, gallery and world rankings. |
| Creative_Works Specialize in designing and building themed laser tag attractions around the world, and supplying lighting, sound, foggers and black light effects. |
| The_Edge Offers laser tag, and video games. Located in Belleville, Illinois, United States. |
| International_Laser_Tag_Association,_Inc The non-profit trade group for the laser tag and laser game industry. Information on starting a facility, resources, special reports, site operator information, where to play, players, membership, ove |
| Laser_Arena A database for laser tag games in the United Kingdom. |
| Laser_Mania The official site with news, laser tag product reviews, and sales. |
| LaserForums_com Forum for laser skirmish with general information and resources about the sport. |
| LaserMaxx_Lasergames Durable, inexpensive, and the inventor of Pay-Per-Play. Over 25 European sites. |
| LaserSkirmish_com Links to laser skirmish battlefields across the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia. |
| LazerRage Located in Spring, and Stafford, Texas. Features 3-D laser tag, and video arcades. |
| 1_Source_Laser_Tag Trade, buy, sell, or learn about all aspects, ideas, and devices of the sport, hobby, and game known as Laser Tag. |
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UP NEXT: Motorola IRT World Championships, Sept. 17-21, 2008--Denver, CO
September 17-21, 200816th Street Mall • Denver Athletic Club • Denver, CO
The 2008 Morotola IRT World Racquetball Championships will be held September 17-21, 2008 in Denver, Colorado at the Denver Athletic Club and will feature all of the top men's professional players in the world. The event will also offer amateur divisions for men and women and attracts players from all across the country.Leading the entry list is world No. 1 Rocky Carson, reigning US OPEN, National Singles and Outdoor National champion. Carson won this event last year and will face a strong field of competitors including No. 2 Jack Huczek, No.3 Alvaro Beltran, No.4 Jason Mannino, Cliff Swain, and all of the top players of the men's International Racquetball Tour (IRT).This event will also see the return of three-time professional world champion Kane Waselenchuk who will face qualifying rounds due to his lack of ranking points. Don't miss out on this exciting event as all of the top professional racquetball players in the world will be playing on the new four wall Lucite racquetball court. The men's semifinals and finals will be shown live on ESPN360 and will also air on a future date on ESPN. Tournament Site | IRT | Event Preview
Check back for more information about the 2008 US OPEN Racquetball Championships... 
Now that the Men's International Racquetball Tour (IRT) season is about to begin we turn our attention to the return of three-time World Champion and three-time US OPEN Champion Kane Waselenchuk as he prepares for the 2008 Motorola IRT World Racquetball Championships presented by Verizon Wireless. This Grand Slam event is the first step to claiming the number one ranking that all top players strive for.When you look back at all of Kane's performances, you can come to this conclusion: He is a proven champion and brings his best everytime he steps on the court. Will he come back and return to his winning ways and dominate again? Read More ....and vote in the poll.
The official USA Racquetball Desktop Sculpture is available for a limited time. This beautiful artwork was specially designed for racquetball by the Official U.S. Olympic Artist. Don't miss your chance to purchase this fine art sculpture for your personal racquetball collection. The desktop sculptures are officially licensed by USA Racquetball and cost $150.00. To order yours today call (800)-234-5396 x 132.
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Own A Pieceof HistoryThis limited edition poster is a legendary collection item for any racquetball enthusiast. Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Hall of Fame, USA Racquetball showcases all of the champions and pioneers in the sport of racquetball in a beautiful full color image that is suitable for framing.The poster also displays a special collection of racquetballs from the 60's, 70's and 80's. The limited edition poster is only $10 plus shipping.To order call (800)-234-5396 x132 or send an e-mail to Eddie Meredith.
Nidia Funes has been enjoying racquetball for over 30 years. She plays three to four times per week at the Petaluma Valley Athletic Club in Petaluma, CA and also at the Marin YMCA in San Rafael, CA.Besides racquetball Nidia also enjoys walking to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer. "I walk an average of 25-20 miles per week," said Nidia. "This year I will participate in two walks. The Avon Walk in San Francisco is 39 1/2 miles in 2 days and the Komen Walk for 60 miles in 3 days in San Diego. I will be raising over $4000 which is required as pledges to participate."Nidia also enjoys volunteering at National events and most recently the USA Racquetball National Doubles and Singles. "It is my way of giving back to a sport that I love so much," said Nidia. "I have met so many wonderful people and I try to encourage other local players and women to keep playing and participating in tournaments and leagues."
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2007 US Open DVD Set - Year after year the US Open produces the best that pro racquetball has to offer. 2007 was no exception with five incredible matches produced for the Tennis Channel by Royster Productions. All matches were played on the state of the art made-for-TV portable stadium racquetball court. Sit back and enjoy these incredible athletes as they lay it all on the line for the most prestigious title in the sport. Visit the merchandise page to order yours or click here.
The 2008 Motorola IRT Pro Nationals presented by Verizon Wireless will air September 13, 2008, 11am (CST), 12pm (EST) on ESPN Classic. The finals wil feature Rocky Carson and Jack Huczek. Check your local listing at: http://sports.espn.go.com/espntv/espnGuide
Team USA Wins World Championships
The 14th IRF World Racquetball Championships 2008 concluded in Kingscourt, Ireland. The Team Competition was won with an impressive performance by Team USA in the men's and women's singles and women's doubles.Team USA swept the individual competiton by winning Gold in men's singles and doubles, and women's Singles and Doubles. For more info.... Read More
To follow along and to read a personal blog including photos by USA Team Member Aimee Ruiz, visit her official blog page at:http://2008worlds.weblog.com/
The July/August issue of Racquetball Magazine contains highlights from the US National Singles as well as the Grand Gala Hall of Fame 35th Anniversary Celebration.
Also included is the "Special 2008 US OPEN Preview" packed with predictions and who to watch for in the Men's IRT and Women's WPRO professional divisions.There is also an interview with 3x World Champion Kane Waselenchuk as he makes his return to Memphis.Newly elected President Cheryl Kirk shares some of her goals to pursue the growth of racquetball.Also results and follow-up from the IRT, WPRO, CPRT, and NMRA recent events. Instruction information from top teaching professionals Woody Clouse, Fran Davis and Sudsy Monchik.
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Next State Association Conference Call:Tuesday - September 9@6pm (GMT) 7pm (CST)The next conference call meeting for State Directors will be Tuesday, September 9, 2008. Download the information from the August State Association Conference call by clicking on the links.Presentation (Adobe PDF)Events Calendar (Adobe PDF)Archived Conference Call Documents
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