Kaplan can’t help you pass this test.
Ethan Barron on Dec 1st 2008
We already have the ‘fat’ gene and the ‘crazy’ gene so should we really be surprised that someone just discovered the ‘athletic’ gene? Yes, we’re back on genetics. Why not? It was an enjoyable discussion. Except now we’re not playing hypotheticals. The question is, would you get your kids tested? If you could know, at […]
Sam McGuffie is a good tailback. (Posted by Ikenna Acholonu)
Ethan Barron on Oct 9th 2008
To be honest I know nothing about tailbacks and who dominates that position, and I especially don’t know about the science and genetics of athletic ability. However I do realize the dangers of something being classified as inherently black or inherently white. When I read the article, the most disturbing part to me was the […]
Exactly how not to have this conversation.
Ethan Barron on Oct 8th 2008
I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to post and comment on our ongoing discussion about race, genetics and sport. I hope you all felt comfortable adding your opinion. I started to feel like this site became a message board more than a blog, but I think I’m okay with that. I […]
The Bright Perspective (posted by Kevin Bright)
Ethan Barron on Oct 6th 2008
I think that this discussion is very interesting and I have a few points that I believe necessitate comment. The first thoughts that come to my head after reading this response is that it would be helpful to question people’s views constructively rather than attempt to belittle them. Asking someone if they truly believe a […]
More From Fred… (Posted by Fred Jones)
Ethan Barron on Oct 6th 2008
Me: “But I think the strongest factor is that races, ethnicities, and cultures develop a sense of ownership over a specific sport”. Skye: I think it is more a sense of familiarity more than ownwer ship. If black athletes were exposed to some of the other sports more readily possibly there would be more participation. […]
Genetics & Sports: Fred’s Response
Ethan Barron on Oct 3rd 2008
Okay I’m going to do my best to describe my opinions in a simple concise manner. When I read the article I sent you, two questions stood out to me. 1. Why are there so many blacks dominating SOME sports 2. Are people genetically predisposed to have certain physical characteristics? To address the first point, I think […]
How Much Do Genetics Belong In Sport?
Ethan Barron on Oct 2nd 2008
Is it odd that my favorite aspect of coaching at Tufts has absolutely nothing to do with running or track & field? I have to say that I enjoy the conversations the most. It’s funny because I started coaching to teach student/athletes and I sometimes feel that I’ve ended up learning more than I teach. […]