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Works That Work, No.9
Play is much more than just fun and games.
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Editorial
This issue of *Works That Work* is about sports and games.
by Peter Biľak (296 words)
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Designing Strategy
Play design in team sports allows athletes—amateur and pro alike—to transcend the physical, and use their brains to overpower brawn.
by Gideon Nachman (1906 words)
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When Football Transcends Factions
At its best, sport brings people together in friendly, respectful competition. Sometimes it can help to make enemies into friends.
by Ramón Iriarte (2957 words)
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Gaming the Game
Creativity in sports extends beyond innovative training techniques and game strategies into clever ways to cheat and beat the system.
by Christof Gertsch (2351 words)
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Zero-Gravity Games: How Astronauts Play in Space
Recreation is a vital component of any space mission, and the creativity required to adapt games to this environment is part of the fun
by Leanne Prain (1689 words)
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Propagandopoly: Monopoly as an Ideological Tool
Monopoly has often been viewed as a vehicle for capitalist indoctrination, but its history and development and impact are much more complex
by Naomi Russo (2206 words)
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Doing the Panenka
An interview with Antonín Panenka, perfecter of the creative penalty kick strategy that bears his name.
by Alan Záruba (3035 words)
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Beyond the Baseline
While all eyes are on players’ speed, strength and strategy, nearly invisible changes to their rackets help them achieve a competitive edge.
by William Ralston (3554 words)
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The Wild World of Sports Trophies
Some coveted sports trophies are bold, majestic and dignified. Some are not.
by Anne Quito (2194 words)
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May the Worst Politician Win
Dirty politics in the Philippines inspired a satirical card game that hopes to educate Filipinos about the tricks their politicians play.
by Justin Zhuang (1596 words)
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Kit that Fits: Developing Women’s Sportswear
Even at top levels, women’s sports uniforms lag far behind men’s. What will it take for women to win equality on the field and in the cabin?
by Anne Miltenburg (3033 words)
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