Fun Stuff for Physical Education #68
February 26, 2009
As always, this issue of Fun Stuff for PE contains excellent free content. There's a link to a website showing video of soccer players - during games - employing some really amazing moves; our blog discussion on why PE teachers often make the best academic teachers; and an article from the archives about a fundraiser that involves crazy hats.
While this newsletter is free, most of the content on PE Update.com is for members-only, including instructional videos, the discussion group, over 2000 articles that you can read, print and email... and much more. If you're not already a member of the PE Update.com website, then join up today!! You can get more information watch our video tour at: PE Update Video Tour I hope you enjoy this issue! Dick Moss, Editor
SOME COOL SOCCER TRICKS It's also a good way to demonstrate some very cool soccer moves.
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Monday Morning Musings on the World of Sports, Coaching & Physical Education from Editor, Dick Moss. PHYSICAL EDUCATION TRAINING PRODUCES BETTER ACADEMIC TEACHERS //www.physicaleducationupdate.com/peblog/
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1. Editor's Note
What makes elite soccer players different from the average Joe? The hours spent with a ball, bouncing off every part of their body, using it like a hacky sack until they can move it around their body any way they want. It might seem like wasted time to some of your players, but this video will show them some of the game applications of having this type of ball sense etc.
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How to make a winter mini-putt course in your schoolyard for use in PE classes or recess.
A putting tip for physical education students in which they aim through an imaginary croquet wicket.
A hockey drill that teaches players to use the boards to pass and to move around defenders.
An effective injury icing regimen, in which patients ice for 10 minutes, rest, then repeat.
Three variations of the scooter drill that will improve your physical education students' ability to balance on their XC skis.
The lessons and attitudes learned in physical education programs make educators more effective when teaching academic courses.
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