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The Roar of the Crowd

Written by Andrew Baxter

Â The power and joy of sports crowds.

Fan is Short for Fanatic

Written by Bergen Vermette

Magic, Mythology, and Sports Fans. A video.

Hockey Jerseys and the Importance of Tradition

Written by Trevor Malkinson

Over the past twenty-five years the National Hockey League has lost touch with the importance of tradition, as can be seen in its relationship to jerseys.

Bill Simmons on Phil Jackson

Written by Chris Dierkes

Bill Simmons on the likely end of Phil Jackson's utterly amazing coaching career. Â

What do Sports, Superheroes and Lost Have in Common

Written by TJ Dawe

Â These three forms of entertainment all hit you at the mythic level of development.

I Put a Spell on You: Embracing Your Superstitious Sports Self

Written by Chris Dierkes

A practical how to guide for bringing back superstition into your life through the medium of sports.

Who Does the God of Hockey Love Best - the Rabid Fan or the Amateur Player?

Written by TJ Dawe

Â Who displays the greater love of the game: the fan, or the amateur player?

Sacred Sundays

Written by Chela Davison

Â Introducing…Sacred Sundays. Â A new series by Chela Davison. Â

To no end save beauty: An Ode to Sport

Written by Andrew Baxter

Sports are often dismissed as frivolous and unimportant. This meandering journey through the mind of a thoughtful sports fan, attempts to challenge this belief.

Coming Next Week: Sports Week at Beams & Struts

Written by Chris Dierkes

Next week, Beams and Struts will be entirely devoted to the great human enterprise of sport. Beginning Monday May 23 through Sunday May 29, we will shine a post-postmodern light on the sporting life. Let the games begin.