After losing all four matches in Friday morning foursomes, the European team came roaring back to win three of four in the Friday afternoon fourball matches. Only the most optimistic of US fans could have believed that they would continue their morning success. I thought that a 2-2 split in the afternoon could be considered... Read more »
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NATIONAL CHAMPIONS: Michigan Team Rallies to Win USGA State Team Championship BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Powered by the scoring of tournament co-medalist Tom Werkmeister and Evan Bowser Team Michigan won the 12th USGA Men’s State Team Championship at the Country Club of Birmingham Friday. Team Michigan, which included Grandville’s Werkmeister, Dearborn’s Bowser and Anthony Sorentino of... Read more »
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Next generation endurance bike for riders who want to log big miles in supreme comfort
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In a surprising turn of events, the US team swept the morning foursomes. Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed defeated Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose 3&2. Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler defeated Rory McIlroy and Andy Sullivan 1 UP. Jimmy Walker and Zach Johnson defeated Sergio Garcia and Andy Sullivan 4&2 Dustin Johnson and Matt Kuchar... Read more »
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Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler were paired for the morning foursomes at the 2016 Ryder Cup. As of this writing, they are one down with three to go.
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Embed from Getty Images This great photo shows Patrick Reed as he tees off in morning foursomes on Friday of the 2016 Ryder Cup. As of this writing, Reed and Jordan Spieth are two up through nine over Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose.
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Golf Bag Cutting Board Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week
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Entry now open to riders who pre-registered; prices set at £75/£115
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After all the talk, I’m ready to get the Ryder Cup underway. I can only imagine how the players feel. Here are the morning pairings and tee times: 8:35 a.m.: Justin Rose & Henrik Stenson (EUR) vs. Jordan Spieth & Patrick Reed (USA) 8:50 a.m.: Phil Mickelson & Rickie Fowler (USA) vs. Rory McIlroy &... Read more »
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The Col Collective tackle the historic mountain, following the route of the 2014 Giro d'Italia uphill time trial
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Epitome of Modern Elegance
The Grey is situated at the north end of Dunbar Village on West 16th Avenue, The homes in the neighbourhood are predominantly single-family. With this in mind, homes are designed to appeal to the luxuries and comforts of single-family living. Designed by acclaimed IBI, the four-storey building complements the historic neighbourhood with a composite of natural stone, metal panel, glass and concrete. The Grey is a timeless illustration of contemporary elegance.
The Grey will have a selection of two-bedroom to three-bedroom plus den homes, also included in the plans are penthouse level homes, and ground-level commercial space. Penthouses will have their own private rooftop balconies and many homes will benefit from large outdoor terraces.The Grey is located on the crest of Dunbar, north-facing homes will have amazing views of the water, North Shore mountains and Downtown Vancouver. All large homes will carry the Westland pedigree that can only be offered from an ultra luxury single-family builder.
Pricing for The Grey
Details have not yet been released
Floor Plans for The Grey
All residences will consist of two or more bedrooms, including two 1,087 sq ft 2-bedroom suites, 18 2-bedroom + den homes from 1,132-1,353 sq ft, two 1,400 sq ft 3-bedroom condos, and seven penthouses from 911-3,500 sq ft.
Superior Interiors
Connoisseur Kitchens
Show-Stopper Bathrooms
Developer Team for The Grey
Westland, a family company, was established in 2008. Since then, Westland has designed and built over 40 ultra-luxury custom homes in some of Vancouver’s most prestige neighbourhoods – Shaughnessy and Kerrisdale. Completely original, each of these custom homes have been meticulously designed to express the unique personality of the homeowner.
Expected Completion for The Grey
Sales start Fall/Winter 2016. Completion date is yet to be determined.
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What are the odds to win the Ryder Cup. With less than 24 hours to the first tee time, most betting sites seem to have the US team as the favorite to win the 2016 US Open. Below are the odds from several sites, along with the converted implied probability of a win. US 4/7... Read more »
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Range covers every stop throughout autumn and winter, with layering garments and reflectivity top of the agenda
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Who would be on the All Time Ryder Cup Dream Team for the United States? It is a hard question, because of the massive swing in Ryder Cup fortunes. Until the late 1970s, the US team beat up on Great Britain & Ireland teams that arguably had lesser talent. In recent decades, however, the European... Read more »
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WorldTour season draws to a close with final Monument of the year
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Pinemeadow Command Q Irons Golf does not need to be expensive. Pinemeadow Golf is one of several manufacturers who produce decent quality clubs at a price point lower than the big manufacturers. I have tried quite a few Pinemeadow products over the years and found them to be very playable. The Pinemeadow Command Q Irons... Read more »
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Want a hallowed Strava King (or Queen) of the Mountains title? Follow these ten tips to help put you in striking distance
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Concord Pacific, have come together with GBL Architects, They have designed a stunning 17-storey residential building in booming Southeast False Creek. This very attractive location is overlooking Hinge Park, Habitat Island, and the waters of False Creek. Avenue One highlights the enjoyment of the outdoors with open north-facing balconies, water features and green roofs. If you enjoy an active lifestyle, Avenue One is the one.
Becoming a home owner at Avenue One, you join a master-planned community designed to conveniently meet your everyday needs. Located close-by are various professional services and shops such as Urban Fare, London Drugs pharmacy and Terra Breads bakery cafe. For an evening out there is a selection of breweries, cafes, pubs, restaurants, and taphouses all within walking distance of you own neighbourhood. This area also offers the stunning seawall for jogging, cycling, False Creek for watersports and the facilities at the Creekside Community Recreation Centre. Follow the avenue to livability at Avenue One.
Developer Team for Avenue One
Concord Pacific is a residential and commercial real estate investment and development firm formed in 1987 to develop Concord Pacific Place on the former Expo Lands in downtown Vancouver. Since then, Concord has completed over 100 residential and mixed use buildings with more than 50 in various stages of planning and development. Over the past 25 years, the Concord Group of companies has also grown into other industry sectors, including software and information technology, telecommunications, as well as green energy projects in solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generation.
Pricing for Avenue One
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Expected Completion for Avenue One
2019.
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Townline has announced their newest WestSide community, The Parker is a stunning 6-storey building coming soon to Vancouver’s very popular Oakridge neighbourhood. This boutique development consists of 49 luxury residences which will include air-conditioning. There will be a selection of one,two,and three-bedroom homes featuring thoughtfully-planned gourmet kitchens, spa-inspired bathrooms, high-end interior finishes, and appealing outdoor living spaces.
The Parker is going to be situated on the corner of West 41st Avenue and Elizabeth Street, The Parker is conveniently tucked back from the bustle of the Cambie Corridor while still providing immediate access to nearby amenities. Oakridge Centre will be nearby providing shopping and stores for groceries at Kin’s Farmers Market and Safeway. Just across the street you will be able to find the ideal wines for entertaining at Vancouver’s largest Signature BC Liquor Store. Queen Elizabeth Park’s beautiful manicured gardens are located just a few minutes away. Also the very accessible Canada Line will bring you downtown to enjoy its endless entertainment offerings. It’s all yours at The Parker.
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I recently returned to one of my favorite south-central Michigan courses: The Medalist I found it to be just as good as it was in my 2013 review. The Medalist is challenging, while remaining fair. Fairways are wide. Greens are humongous. The scenery is pretty. It is quite walkable. Fairways, greens and tee boxes all... Read more »
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Payne Stewart At Hazeltine The 2016 Ryder Cup is at Hazeltine, site of Payne Stewart’s 1991 US Open victory. Stewart played on five Ryder Cup teams (1987, 1989, 1991, 1993 and 1999). In his career, he amassed a 8-9-2 record. In the 1999 Ryder Cup at Brookline, Stewart became upset by the heckling of European... Read more »
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Walter Hagen Accepts The 1937 Ryder Cup Trophy The 1937 Ryder Cup was the last played before the Second World War. The Ryder Cup contests would not resume again until 1947. Even then, the continuation of the Ryder Cup matches was in doubt. In postwar Britain, golf matches were an unnecessary luxury. It was not... Read more »
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Excellent mid-range shoes: light, stiff and comfortable
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Ryder Cup TV Times: Friday 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m on Golf Channel Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on NBC Sunday Noon – 6 p.m. on NBC
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Four distances available for Tour de France-backed South Wales sportive
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Mizuno T7 Blue Ion Wedge This gorgeous wedge from Mizuno infuses forged steel with boron for additional strength to extend the life of the wedge’s grooves. Mizuno says that the boron, however, does not affect the feel of the gran flow forging. The Mizuno T7 Wedge features 1025 boron infused steel lengthens the durability of... Read more »
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Ultimate SL introduced, R872 revamped, Aero 883 Disc added to range and more highlights from Lancashire brand's new line-up
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Somerset and Dorset are home to some of the toughest, grippiest climbs in the UK,
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The Ryder Cup is here, and with it the semi-annual confusion of casual golf fans on the ins-and-outs of match play. With terms like All Square, Halve, and Dormie, 1-UP, 5 and 4, Match Play is a whole new ball game. Most golf tournaments are “stroke play.” In these events, all of the golfers play... Read more »
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Five Michigan Golf Course are among Golf Magazine’s Top 100 You Can Play: Forest Dunes (#21) Arcadia Bluffs (#36) Greywalls (#80) Tullymore (#83) Bay Harbor (#87) The latest Top 100 rankings can be found in the September 2016 issue of GOLF Magazine. The biennial list, put together by the magazine’s editors and its panel of... Read more »
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Ryder Cup matches consist of Four Ball, Foursomes and Individual match play. One of the “official” golf formats, Four Ball also is known as Better Ball or Best Ball. The game consists of two teams of two players, each of whom plays his own ball on each hole (thus, Four Ball). At the end of... Read more »
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Dai Rees At The 1937 Ryder Cup Welsh golfer Dai Rees played in a total of nine Ryder Cups, amassing a record of 7-10-1. That score is better than it appears at first glance, given the sometimes lopsided victories of the US Ryder Cup team throughout his playing career. Rees also captained the Ryder Cup team... Read more »
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Tony Jacklin 1989 Ryder Cup For just the second time in Ryder Cup history, the 1989 Ryder Cup ended in a tie (the other was 1969). As the defending champions, Europe and Captain Tony Jacklin retained the Cup. In 1989, Tony Jacklin was on his fourth tour of duty as Ryder Cup captain. His record... Read more »
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Just as you change the types of clothing you wear every season, it’s also best to change up your interiors. You don’t need to make drastic alterations; adding one thing or two pieces, or just changing some pieces is certainly enough to change the ambiance of a room. Let the changing of leaves and crisp breeze inspire you to do some of the tips below:
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Autumn Textures
Growing accustomed to the new season comes easy with warm cushion covers and sofa blankets. Get your indoors feeling new by updating your curtains, carpets and bed sheets with an autumn colour palette.
Choose curtain colours that showcase nature by drawing on shades of gold, burnt orange, rich browns and creamy tones. Neutrals colours and splashes of yellow can also contribute some autumn charm to your home.
Keep in mind that although it precedes winter, the autumn months have a different decorative element to winter. Remember to:
Avoid thick curtains and bed sheets that will overwhelm your interior space.
Opt for soft rugs and patterned throw cushions that will accentuate the autumn colours. Source: OneFlare
Bowls of Seasonal Fruits
A trip to the grocery store is all it takes. Load your cart up with fresh apples, pears, berries and nuts and you will have a healthy and environmentally pleasing display. Other ideas are to bring the outdoors inside. Bundle sticks and branches together and place them by the fireplace or in vases and jars. Pine cones of all shapes and sizes can look quite lovely in large glass or ceramic bowls. Autumn decor shouldn’t have to cost too much. Source: Freshome
Candles
Der! We all know candles look great any time of year but they really come into their own and create a lovely glow when the nights are drawing in. Think more wintery, spicier fragrances rather than zesty summer scents. Source: TheInteriorsAddict
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Arnold Palmer: Golf’s Heart and Soul DVD This two DVD set traces the life of Arnold Palmer: Golf’s Heart and Soul – Documentary Approx. 141 min. From humble beginnings in the Pennsylvania foothills to close friendships with presidents and kings, The Golf Channel takes you on a most uncommon journey into the private life of... Read more »
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River at Blackwolf Run Course Review River At Blackwolf Run Grade: A+ Teacher’s Comments: Enjoyable. Immaculate. One of four championship courses at Kohler’s American Club Resort, The River at Blackwolf Run plays in and around the wide plain of the meandering Sheboygan River. This riverlands course is quite pretty, with water in view on thirteen of the eighteen holes.... Read more »
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A look to the U.S. open, who is the favourite already? The U.S. open this year was an exciting one, and we’re already looking forward to next year and having a look at the top golfer’s chances. The U.S. Open is one of the biggest golfing events of the year, and although the leaderboard and... Read more »
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Srizon Z 565 Irons While Srixon balls are moderately popular in my neck of the woods, I don’t think that I have ever seen a set of Srixon irons “in the wild.” I’m not even sure that I’ve seen them in a store. These are billed as a “highly playable forged cavity back.” 1020 carbon steel... Read more »
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Rio 2016 gold medallist Elinor Barker talks through the intricacies of one of Britain’s most successful Olympic disciplines “In my head, on the very last straight, I was thinking ‘I’ve lost this, I’ve lost this for everyone, I’ve lost it’.” Four years of tireless work, four riders, four thousand metres – and an Olympic gold medal […]
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Arnold Palmer will be remembered on the cover of next weeks’ Sports Illustrated. SI Senior writer Michael Bamberger wrote a terrific remembrance, which begins: Arnold Palmer, who died Sunday in Pittsburgh at age 87, led an American life that will never be duplicated, so rooted was it in a lost time and a place and the sui generis... Read more »
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Here’s a slow motion video of Arnold Palmer’s swing in 1960. It was unique. As was the man.
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Arnold Palmer – Aviator Arnold Palmer was an enthusiastic aviator who logged more than 18, 000 hours as a pilot. He started taking flying lessons in 1956, and bought his first plane in 1961. In addition to his Tour wins and Majors, Palmer held a flight record: In 1976, he set a record for fastest... Read more »
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Throughout his long career, Arnold Palmer was a pitchman for a variety of products, including Cadillac. Here’s a Cadillac commercial from 1974. He says that he liked the instrument panel from the 1974 model. My father-in-law was on the instrument panel team that year.
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With the Ryder Cup here, here’s a primer on the Foursomes game: While the proper term is foursomes, most US golfers refer to this format as alternate shot. As defined in Rule 29 of the Official Rules of Golf, Foursomes are played between two teams of two golfers, each of which plays just one ball.... Read more »
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Here is a list of Ryder Cup Past Results, including the year, venue, score and the names of the Captains. Ryder Cup Results Year Venue Winning Team Score Losing Team US Captain Europe/UK Captain 2014 Gleneagles, Scotland Europe 16½ – 11½ United States Tom Watson Paul McGinley 2012 Medinah, Medinah, Illinois Europe 14½ – 13½... Read more »
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Effective and reliable arm and knee warmers for spring and autumn riding
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Arnold Palmer At The 1973 Ryder Cup There is no mistaking the Arnold Palmer follow-through for that of anyone else. This photo is of The King at the 1973 Ryder Cup. It was to be his final Ryder Cup as a player. He finished with a Ryder Cup record of 22-8-2, which is the best among... Read more »
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In honor of the passing of Arnold Palmer, here’s a classic video of his 1960 Masters victory. In that year, The King went wire-to-wire with his lead finishing at six under. He was one stroke ahead of Ken Venturi. Dow Finsterwald finished two back. Jack Nicklaus, still an amateur, finished 13th. That same year, Sam... Read more »
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A quick primer on Ryder Cup Match Play: The Ryder Cup consists of Four Ball, Foursomes and Singles matches. There are four Four Ball and four Foursomes each of the first two days. On the third day—Sunday—the Ryder Cup consists of twelve singles matches. Foursomes consist of two teams of two, and only one ball... Read more »
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PUMA Golf Men’s Titantour Ignite Hi-Top SE Rock it like Rickie Fowler with these Puma Titantour Ignite High Tops. The shoes feature: Full-grain leather IGNITE Foam provides energy return and responsive comfort PWRCOOL powered by Outlast® External TPU Heel Support Hi-Top Support Collar Pigskin Lining
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Arnold Palmer The King is gone. I’m heartbroken. I always wanted to have the chance to meet him. I am too young to have gone to one of his tournaments, but I will always be a member of Arnie’s Army. No golfer will ever be as cool, or as important to the game as Arnold... Read more »
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Our round-up of this week's best road cycling deals
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The Captain Myth: The Ryder Cup and Sport’s Great Leadership Delusion by Richard Gillis Grade: B Teacher’s Comments: Lots of food for thought about the role of the Captain in the Ryder Cup. How much does the Captain matter in Ryder Cup competition? In The Captain Myth, sports and business writer Richard Gillis argues that the... Read more »
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In the 1993 Ryder Cup at The Belfry, Payne Stewart went 3-1-0 to help the United States team to its second straight win. The European team had won the previous three Ryder Cup matches. Team Europe had a one point lead heading into the singles matches. The United States won six of the Sunday matches,... Read more »
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The 1973 Ryder Cup marked Arnold Palmer’s final appearance as a Ryder Cup player. Palmer went 2-3-0, losing his last match — the afternoon singles — to Peter Oosterhuis 4-and-2. In the first day foursomes, the pair of Jack Nicklaus and Palmer defeated Maurice Bembridge and Eddie Polland 6-and-5. Palmer and Nicklaus then lost 3-and-1... Read more »
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Ribble's new 840g frame, Cube's disc-equipped race bike, Kinesis' updated training bike and more from the Cycle Show
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We tagged along for stages one and two of the Deloitte Ride Across Britain for a taste of the action, and instantly caught the bug
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Autumn is barely here, but already the trees are starting to change.
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Golf Themed Glass Top Table Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week
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Sport.Woot has a selection of Adidas golf jackets on sale. The sale is limited to supplies on hand, so act fast.
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For posterity’s sake, here is the last putt of the summer of 2016. September 22 marks the Autumnal Equinox. I sank the putt, in spite of the aeration on the greens. The flag is crooked because the bottom of the cup had sand in it, preventing the end from fitting into the slot. It was... Read more »
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How do you define success? Failure? Success can be seen as doing your best in learning and improving, or it can be viewed as winning because you are talented. Failure can be seen as a setback that is motivating, a wake-up call or it can be something that causes you to doubt your natural talent (Dweck, 2008).
Your choice of definition provides valuable insight into your mindset, another buzz word that is infiltrating educational institutions. It’s a complex phenomenon involving one’s attitude, behaviors, and strategies necessary for success. One’s mindset is not easily observable and often not considered as a root cause when a student acts out, fails, or even drops out. A certain mindset is related to each of these behaviors, and the good news is that it can be changed. However, identifying a generalized solution for whole institutions or even classrooms to address mindset is challenging because each student brings different experiences and perception into their learning. So how do you determine a student’s mindset?
Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck has published extensively on this topic. A simplified way to think about it is that we human beings tend to have either a fixed mindset or a growth mindset. If you or your students have ever made a statement such as: I cannot learn foreign languages. I’m bad at math and so are my parents.- then you have encountered a “fixed mindset.” A fixed mindset can impede learning and even lead to some of the obstructive behaviors mentioned earlier. Statements such as: “I don’t understand this yet, but I am going to keep at this until I figure it out” is an indicator of a “growth mindset.” A growth mindset propels learning and advances in ability resulting in confident, persistent, and motivated learners. So how is mindset related to these other factors of student performance?
The University of Chicago’s Consortium on Chicago School Research created a model of mindset and other “non-cognitive” factors involved in academic performance. Their model demonstrates the relationship among persistence, mindset, learning strategies, social skills, and academic behaviors. Mindset works through persistence and learning strategies, so you are not likely to see improvement with homework unless the student believes s/he can succeed and that effort leads to growth. Only then will s/he want to persist through challenging tasks which can lead to improved behaviors related to homework and attendance (Farrington, Roderick, Allensworth, Nagaoka, Keyes, Johnson, & Beechum, 2012). If a student is not attending school or fails to complete homework, it may be best to address his/her mindset first. But remember mindset emerges differently among learners and is highly context dependent, so it is important to know the individual and the context of the academic content, school community, and instruction. Not an easy task, but worth pursuing.
So what exactly can you do to build a growth mindset? Here are a few strategies used at Tutor.com to build student confidence and mindset over the short period of time in an online environment.
Mindset is critical to success. You know you have reached the ultimate goal of the right mindset when you love mistakes and challenges as much as success. When you seek out and value feedback. When you thrive on the learning and enjoy the process of improvement. To help you reach this goal, in a future article we will dive into the types of growth mindset providing more insight into how to recognize fixed versus growth mindset, enhancing your ability to deliver a more personalized learning experience.
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Two New York cops were suspended without pay for killing a groundhog with a golf cart during a police golf outing. Witnesses reported that the pair chased the woodchuck around in the cart until it became exhausted and collapsed. The same witnesses said the cops then ran it over. Not funny. Not funny at all.... Read more »
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The 1969 Ryder Cup is known for “The Concession.” After a week of animosity between Team USA and Team Britain, the 1969 Ryder Cup came down to the final hole of the final match between Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin. A win by Jacklin would give Team Britain the Ryder Cup for the first time since 1957,... Read more »
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The “War By The Shore” came down to the final match, and the final green. Bernhard Langer needed to win the hole to win the match for Europe to retain the Cup. Hale Irwin needed a half to get the cup back for the United States. Langer conceded Irwin’s putt, knowing that he needed just... Read more »
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Bastion Bikes lead the way with 3D printed titanium lugs - but is the technology the way forward for the industry?
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Mizuno JPX EZ 2016 Irons Mizuno’s JPX EZ Irons are According to Mizuno, the clubs feature: Grain Flow Forged 1025 Boron:30% stronger material for added distance and a soft, solid, consistent feel. POWER FRAME™ Forgiveness:Weight is strategically placed in the four corners of the cavity to maximize forgiveness. Triple Cut Sole:The JPX-EZ Forged can enter... Read more »
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Strong sprint teams named for Qatar championships as both bid for second world title
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Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines and Trough of Bowland star in first installment of Best of British series
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An undiscovered cycling gem, packing in England's highest paved roads and its highest climb, Great Dun Fell. The climbs are long around here - push too hard and you'll be found out - but traffic-free roads and spectacular moorland make this a ride to remember.
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Sir Bradley Wiggins trained in the Forest of Bowland en route to his 2012 Tour de France win. And with tough, steep climbs, stunning vistas and quiet roads, it is easy to see the attraction.
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Follow in the tyre tracks of the Tour de France on undulating terrain in the white rose county. Expect verdant countryside, windswept hilltops, rushing rivers and historic architecture.
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Beautiful but brutal riding in the cyclists' playground that is the Lakes, crowned by the 33 per cent hair pin bends on the infamous Hardknott Pass
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The luxurious Cambie & King Edward brings you an exclusive 6 storey concrete building with 4 two-storey townhomes and 61 one to four bedroom condos. Footsteps away from the Canada Line station across the street, owners can enjoy easy access to downtown or Richmond with a short ride.
Floorplans are available and prices will be announced very soon. Register and be informed of any upcoming news as soon as they are released.
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SevEmbed from Getty Images This photo of Seve and Jose-Maria Olazabal is from the 1991 Ryder Cup at Kiawah Island. The “Spanish Armada” was 3-0-1 that year. Seve was 4-0-1 as an individual. Ultimately, the US won “The War By The Shore” by a single point.
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Here are the Ryder Cup results from 1927 to present Historical Results: 2014: Europe 16.5, USA 11.5 2012: Europe 14.5, USA 13.5 2010: Europe 14.5, U.S. 13.5 2008: U.S. 16.5, Europe 11.5 2006: Europe 18.5, U.S. 9.5 2004: Europe 18.5, U.S. 9.5 2002: Europe 15.5, U.S. 12.5 1999: U.S. 14.5, Europe 13.5 1997: Europe 14.5,... Read more »
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No one is quite sure who first suggested a competition between US and British golf professionals. It is thought that the idea may have originated with Golf Illustrated writer James Harnett in 1920. Others credit Inverness’ Sylvanius Jermain, who brought it up in 1921. It’s likely that—given the incredible interest in sports that led... Read more »
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Sear Leads WVU Golf at VCU Janney Shootout MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (Sept. 20, 2016) – Tying the lowest round on school record, Max Sear played a bogey-free 18 holes to lead the West Virginia University golf team on the second and final day of the VCU Janney Shootout at the Country Club of Virginia in Richmond,... Read more »
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Callaway Steelhead XR Irons The classic Callaway Steelheads are back, this time with the Steelhead XR Irons. Callaway says that the new editions feature: The next generation of our industry-leading 360 Face Cup technology increases ball speed on both center hits and mis-hits. More ball speed = more distance Our soft, steel-infused Shock Eliminator Technology... Read more »
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Putting roller blinds on your windows is a quick and affordable way to give any room privacy and shade. Here are some tips on fitting a roller blind, including: measuring the width, installing the brackets and adjusting the blinds.
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Below are 3 tips on fitting a roller blind:
Measuring the Width
If you want to hang the blind inside the window frame, measure the width of the blind including the mounting brackets. Allow 5 mm extra space at each side of the frame so you can fit the brackets easily.
Decide whether you want to fit the chain of the roller blind on the left or right side. After marking out the position, fix the brackets inside or onto the window frame. The bracket with a protruding pin, hex-head fitting or groove is usually the side with the chain mechanism. Check first if this is the case, as it can differ from one brand to another. Source: DIY4Beginners
Installing the Brackets
So let’s get started. Firstly, offer up the blind to the window – it’s very important you fit the brackets as accurately as possible to ensure a snug fit.
You will have already decided whether to fit your blinds to the inside or outside of the window recess.
To fit outside the recess, position your brackets here
To fit inside the recess, you can choose whether to top fix into the lintel or face fix into your window frame.
To top fix, position your brackets here (recommended for uPVC windows). Make sure you allow enough clearance for any objects that could obstruct the blind, like window handles. Do this by measuring how far the handle sticks out, and make the same allowance when fitting your brackets.
To face fix position your brackets here (recommended for wooden window frames).
Fit the brackets into each end of your blind. Now position your blind at your window, using the brackets to mark where the holes should go. Don’t forget to position your blind correctly, depending on whether you are top fixing or face fixing your blind!
Now drill or screw into position, using rawl plugs where necessary. Source: Web-Blinds
Adjusting the Blinds
If you’re lucky, the blind will fit exactly. If the blind you have purchased is too long or wide, you can cut the roller and the blind to fit.
Contact:
Universal Blinds
601 – 1550 W. 10th Ave
Vancouver, V6J 1Z9
Canada
Phone: (604) 559-1988
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Award winning developer Cressey is proud to bring you their new ultra-luxury development – Bellevue. Located in the lower West Vancouver area, these near-waterfront units will feature very spacious units from 2000 s.f. to 3600 s.f. This complex will feature only 3 townhomes, with no more than 3 units per floor for the rest of the building. Be a part of the elite community in West Vancouver, within close proximity to shopping, dining, and of course the beach.
Prices are estimated to start at $4 million. Please register and we will bring you more information as they are released.
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Within close proximity to schools, transportation, supermarkets and community centres, Brownstones at Kingcrest Park is ideally situation in a convenient and central location. There will be 16 three storey townhomes, with 8 units facing Knight St and the other 8 facing an inner lane featuring landscaped space. Pricing are expected at time of Presale, but please do register and we will contact you with the most updated information as they are released.
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Directly opposite Emery Barnes Park, Wall Financial presents this unique boutique building in the heart of Yaletown. With all the large scale buildings in the area, this provides a much more intimate setting for homeowners. There will be ONE single detached townhouse, a handful of 2 bedroom units ideal for families, and some single bedroom and studios available as well. Within footsteps you will be close to a rich nightlife, unique boutique restaurants, high end shopping, and skytrain station. Come experience the convenience of downtown without having to remember hundreds of names of neighbors.
Pricing has not yet been determined. Please register and join our VIP list to be one of the first to receive information.
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这些一，二和三间卧室的豪华公寓拥有9’天花板，空调和北岸山脉为背景豪华的家具。广阔的外部空间扩展了内部合并到的全景自然流动。马蹄莲在该花园是一个自包含城中村，方便购物，交通和各种设施。
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Five tips to keep your riding fresh through autumn
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Here are the television times for the 2016 PGA TOUR Championship Thursday 1 to 6 PM on GOLF Friday 1 to 6 PM on GOLF Saturday 10 AM to 12 noon on GOLF 1 to 6 PM on NBC Sunday Noon to 1:30 GOLF 1:30 to 6 PM on NBC In addition, GOLF channel carries replays of the day’s... Read more »
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RoadCyclingUK readers can get discounted entry with the code RCUK when booking online
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2016 TOUR Championship Dates: September 21-25, 2016 Where: East Lake Golf Club, Atlanta, Ga. Par/Yards: 35-35–70/7,385 yards Field: Top 30 in the FedExCup standings 2014 champion: Jordan Spieth Purse: $8,500,000 /$1,530,000 (winner) FedExCup: 2,000 points to the winner Format: 72-hole stroke-play Twitter name: @playofffinale Facebook: http://ift.tt/2dginzH A look at the 2015 TOUR Championship Jordan Spieth... Read more »
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Mizuno JPC 900 Forged Steel The successor to the JPX 850 Forged, the Mizuno JPX 900 integrates 1025 Boron with the forged steel to produce a stronger, yet thinner face. The updated design offers improvements in both ball speed and forgiveness. From Mizuno: TECH SPECS Benefits from Boron: 1025 Boron is roughly 30% stronger than... Read more »
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WVU Golf Seventh at VCU Janney Shootout MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (Sept. 19, 2016) – Despite poor weather conditions throughout the first round, the West Virginia University golf team is off to a solid start at the VCU Janney Shootout, hosted by the Rams at the Country Club of Virginia on Monday in Richmond. The Mountaineers shot... Read more »
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Canadian firm claims new bike is lighter, stiffer and more aerodynamic than the rim brake version
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Genesis expand carbon line-up for 2017 with the introduction of the Zero Disc and Vapour CCX Genesis Bikes have doubled the number of carbon fibre bikes in the range for 2017, introducing the Zero Disc and an all-new carbon cyclo-cross bike dubbed the Vapour. It wasn’t long ago that Genesis focused purely on metal bikes, […]
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Who will win the 2016 Tour Championship? Right now, the odds to win the 2016 TOUR Championship favor Dustin Johnson. By any measure, Johnson has had a monster year: A Major Championship (US Open), a World Golf Championship (Bridgestone), and a FedEx Playoff Championship (the BMW Championship). In 21 starts, he made 20 cuts, finished in the... Read more »
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Versatile British sprinter signs for new Chinese-backed Project TJ Sport
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First played in 1978, the European Open was held annually at courses in England, Scotland and Ireland unntil 2009. Following that, the European Open went on hiatus. In 2015, the tournament was revived as the Porsche European Open. The current incarnation is played at the Bernhard Langer-designed Beckenbauer Course of the Golf Resort Bad Griesbach.... Read more »
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Titleist will release its 917 Drivers and Fairway toward the end of October. As always, their designs are beautiful and classic. When I first started playing, the two brands I aspired to play were Titleist and Mizuno. One day, I thought, when I am “good enough,” I’ll get a set. Still have never had a... Read more »
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I also updated my welcome certificates for new students. At the end of last year, our Leadership Club decorated the certificates and added sweet message for new students to give them a more personal feel. I loved handing them out to new students in the spring and had some left over for the beginning of this year; now I have to replenish! I use the welcome certificates to close the group and encourage the students to hang them on their wall at home to remind them how excited we are to have them at our school now. 
Our round-up of this week's best road cycling deals
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Save $116 on Adams Idea Hybrid Irons on Amazon while supplies last. This is one of Amazon’s “Daily Deals’ and as of this writing the deal is 20% claimed. I see a lot of these clubs in the bags of older players at my local muni. The clubs feature: The new slot design creates a spring... Read more »
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Welsh sprint star on recovering from injury to claim double silver in Rio
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I received a mysterious wood box from Mizuno today. My first thought was that they had sent a container of some new Mizuno golf ball (yes, Mizuno makes golf balls) I receive golf balls for testing on a semi-regular basis. In fact, many years back, the first item I received from a manufacturer was a... Read more »
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Armed with a golf club, a 67 year old in suburban Detroit is accused of breaking through the front door glass, then chasing the owner through his home. The homeowner fought back with pottery before escaping from a second-story bedroom. Sheriff’s deputies summoned to the scene arrested the suspect without incident. Golf clubs. Pottery. Although... Read more »
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Golf Temporary Tattoo Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week
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Kaluhyat Golf Club Turning Stone Resort and Casino, New York Grade: A Teacher’s Comments: A thinking man’s course, ranked among the best golf courses in America. A Robert Trent Jones, Jr. design, Kaluhyat will tax every golf resource you have at your disposal. Good ball striking and putting are not enough; players also must think about the... Read more »
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A recent State Farm commercial features Aaron Rodgers taking on a fly with a golf iron. Predictable destruction follows.
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I spotted this on a car window yesterday. I think golfing naked should be avoided at all costs. Just imagine the naked bodies of the folk at your home course. Actually, don’t imagine it. You’ll need therapy.
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Why Do Golf Courses Have 18 Holes? The short answer is that golf courses have not always had eighteen holes. And in some cases they still don’t. Originally, courses had as many holes as space allowed and the players desired. From golf’s beginnings through the 1800s, some courses had as few as five holes (Leith,... Read more »
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Travel Humidor If you’re heading out on a golf trip, tuck this into your luggage stocked with your finest. What I find neat about this one is the cedar lining. Most of the cigar carriers I’ve seen are leather or plastic lined. Premium Cigar Humidors/portable travel cigar case 100% CEDAR Solid wood lined with precision... Read more »
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Anthem Properties and Beedie Living have completed Phase One & Two of the development, The third and final phase is currently being finalized and will be available in the early fall 2016. Located in the heart of Burnaby’s Metrotown neighbourhood, once completed Station Square will encompass 5 residential towers from 35-57 stories with 1,800 homes
Phase 3 will a 41 Storey tower containing 334, 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms suites above a 3 storey commercial podium located at 6080 Mackay.
Station Square is Metrotown redefined, city living in Burnaby’s most central urban locale. With a hip and modern cafe culture, the community boasts lively restaurants, markets, city rooms, 3 acres of elevated green space, and direct access to Skytrain, transit, and Metropolis, Canada’s third largest shopping mall.
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