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The Olympic program has come a long way since its inception in 1896. Croquet and tug-of-war were once Olympic sports, with croquet making its only appearance in 1900 and tug-of-war returning five more times until 1920. As the world changes, so does the Olympic program. This year, two sports make their Olympic debuts, while several others are making a comeback. Host countries can now nominate one-off events that "enhance the popularity of the Games," ensuring that the program remains fresh and exciting. Celebrate the diversity and evolution of the Olympic program, and keep cheering on your favorite athletes as they strive to be faster, higher, stronger, and yes, even floatier.🏅🌊 #olympics #newsport #oldsport #staypositive #happylaw

Are you tuning into the Olympic games and impressed with speed? 🏃♀️🏊♂️🚴♂️ Speed is a crucial factor in many events at the 2024 Olympics: 🏃♂️ Track and Field: From the 100m to the 400m sprints, athletes train relentlessly to shave off fractions of a second from their times. 🏊♀️ Swimming: In races like the 50m and 100m freestyle, swimmers aim for the quickest time possible. 🚴♀️ Cycling: Cyclists in events like the sprint and keirin reach incredible speeds on the velodrome. ⚽ Team Sports: Speed is a game-changer in soccer, basketball, and rugby, where quick sprints and reactions make a difference. Speed not only determines winners but also amps up the excitement and thrill of the competition! 🥇🎉 #Olympics2024 #Speed #Competition #Athletes #Sportsmanship Enjoy Rich Horwath's White Paper on Velocity around Business Strategy! https://lnkd.in/gHNZHxGA

The results are in! n=40,496 of our members read our newsletter over the last 3 weeks, n=37,391 in AU and n=3,105 in NZ. Not bad at all! At the end, we ask them to answer a few questions that have been topical for that quarter. This time it was all about Olympics.   Olympics may seem like a distant memory by now, but we needed that time to get our responses in- and who doesn’t want to know about the Olympics…so here they are! Astoundingly, our love for the Olympics (and how much we watched) are within 1% the same in AU and NZ! --> 💕 63% love or like the Olympics in both countries. Overall, 3 water 🌊 sports made it into the top 5 on what we’re most interested in watching, while contact sports, handball and Golf attracted least interest. The biggest discrepancies in interest between the two countries are that Australia are much more interested in: --> Swimming (51% vs 38% NZ) and --> Skateboarding (22% vs 12% NZ) New Zealanders, however, are much more interested in: --> Rugby 7s (32% vs 12% AU) and --> Rowing (35% vs 17% AU). Looks like we were all pretty excited about the Olympics, so hope the next 4 years go quickly! ⌛

The Olympic Games are an international multi-sport event held every four years, where thousands of athletes from around the world gather to compete in various sports. The Olympics promote unity, friendship, and fair play, while celebrating human achievement and excellence. The modern Olympic Games were founded in 1896 by Pierre de Coubertin, but their origins date back to ancient Greece, where the first recorded Olympic Games took place in 776 BC. The Games were held every four years for over 1,000 years until they were banned by the Roman Emperor Theodosius in 393 AD. The Olympic Games feature summer and winter sports, with the summer Games typically attracting more participants and spectators. Sports include track and field, swimming, gymnastics, basketball, soccer, and many others. The Winter Olympics feature sports like alpine skiing, figure skating, ice hockey, and snowboarding. The Olympics have grown to become a global event, with over 200 countries participating. The Games promote international understanding, athletic achievement, and the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect. #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinking #designthinker

The USA Olympic Trials for swimming finished yesterday (June 15-23). What an event to take part in. It's known as The Meet of Tears for a reason. The years of training and preparation. The burden of expectation, stress, and fear of failure. The joy of qualifying and the despair of missing out. And then you see the photo of the pool with the crowd right there! Check out this post from Mel Stewart OLY. The article gives great insight into the event. #performance #mindset #swimming

Very interesting visualization. In the #Paris #Olympics, 4 countries dominate #Women's Rowing, with 9 countries represented across 21 medals. -85.7% of Gold Medals won be nations deploying a Talent Development System (depending on your perspective of whether NZ is considered TDS) -85.7% of Silvers Medals won by nations deploying TDS -61.9% of total medals won by 3 nations (deploying TDS) World Rowing USRowing Rowing Canada Aviron KNRB Dutch Rowing Federation British Rowing Deutscher Ruderverband e.V. Rowing Australia

Catapult River Jumping is yet to be an Olympic event. But here are some Little-Known Olympic Events The Olympics have a rich history filled with unusual and forgotten sports. Here are a few: Discontinued Events Live Pigeon Shooting: This gruesome event involved shooting live pigeons. Thankfully, it was only held once in 1900. Running Deer Shooting: Competitors shot at moving targets that resembled deer. Tug-of-War: While it might seem simple, it was an Olympic sport for several decades. Lesser-Known Modern Events Canoe Sprint: While canoeing is known, the intricacies of sprint events often go unnoticed. Badminton: Despite its popularity, it was only added to the Olympic program 1992. Modern Pentathlon: This event combines shooting, fencing, swimming, equestrian show jumping, and running. Ancient and Obscure Pankration: A brutal combination of boxing and wrestling with few rules. Hot Air Ballooning: Yes, it was once an Olympic sport. #olympics

10 international federations have already rebranded their names to World + [Sports] But which was the 1st one to set the trend ? Take a guess before scrolling down (or swiping right) for the answer 👀 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔 (Fédération Internationale de Natation) ➡️ World Aquatics in 2022 𝗜𝗧𝗨 (International Triathlon Union) ▶️ World Triathlon in 2020 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗔 (Fédération Internationale des Sociétés d’Aviron) ▶️ World Rowing in 2020 𝗙𝗜𝗟 (Federation of International Lacrosse) ▶️ World Lacrosse in 2019 𝗜𝗔𝗔𝗙 (International Association of Athletics Federations) ▶️ World Athletics in 2019 𝗪𝗧𝗙 (World Taekwondo Federation) ▶️ World Taekwondo in 2017 (𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑏𝑒𝑐𝑎𝑢𝑠𝑒 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑊𝑇𝐹 𝑎𝑠 𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑦𝑚 𝑑𝑜𝑒𝑠𝑛'𝑡 ℎ𝑒𝑙𝑝) 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦 (Fédération Internationale de Roller Sports) ▶️ World Skate in 2017 𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗙 (International Sailing Federation) ▶️ World Sailing in 2015 𝗜𝗥𝗕 (International Rugby Board) ▶️ World Rugby in 2014 And the winner is ... 𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗔 (Fédération International de Tir à l’Arc) ▶️ World Archery Federation in 2009 This trend is a great opportunity for Marketing & Communications experts in international federations who haven't made the move yet to leave their marks on the future of their sports. Share your favorite rebranding in the comments 😉 Note: Volleyball World isn’t the new name of Fédération Internationale de Volleyball - FIVB—it’s a joint venture with CVC, and the FIVB brand still exists.

Talent Spotlight: Stefan Bojic Talent: Freestyle Tennis As a lifelong tennis player, Stefan Bojic (@stef_bojic) always envisioned blending creativity with the sport he loved. Growing up in Novi Sad, Serbia, the concept of freestyle tennis had been brewing in his mind for years. However, it wasn’t until his move to New York City for university that this idea began to take shape. “I think it evolves with who we are,” Stefan reflects. “At the time, I was exploring filmmaking, so I approached freestyle tennis as my first real project. I never imagined it would grow this much.” With a deep understanding of technique and a creative vision, Stefan began crafting a unique style of play, blending technical skills with artistry. Drawing inspiration from pioneers in alternative sports like Rodney Mullen in skateboarding, Stefan committed himself to rigorous daily practice. “You just go out and do it for two hours every day. At first, you don’t know what to do, so you have to figure it out. That’s where nurturing the person behind the craft becomes so important,” he shares. Through relentless dedication, Stefan pushed the boundaries of what’s possible with a racket and ball, mastering tricks that challenge the conventional way of playing the sport. Beyond perfecting his skills, he had to navigate the complexities of building a career in a niche field. “It’s crucial to keep perspective and measure yourself against your own progress,” he says. “That’s how you know you’re moving forward.” As a trailblazer in freestyle tennis, @stef_bojic’s journey is one of innovation and a relentless drive to reimagine what’s possible. Stefan’s unique approach inspires athletes and creatives alike, proving that passion and determination can carve out paths that are entirely new. #thegarden #freestyletennis #athletes #inspirational #innovative #tennislife #passion