Surfing is a unique sport. It can be so enthralling… so enchanting… so addictive… that, for some surfers, it can go beyond pleasurable and become a toxic experience damaging relationships, families, career, and even health. Sociologists have called this phenomenon as going past the “stoke apex”. These surfers have become victims of what journalist William Finnegan described as … [Read more...]
Seven deadly sins of sports sartorialism and style.
There are hundreds of fashion choices that look ridiculous, foolish, horrible and offensive in a sporting context but seven particular style choices brand the "sinner" almost beyond redemption. Socrates smugly sticks his massive nose in the air and points the finger of sartorial disgrace at the "sins" he finds most hideous. Sin No. 1 Boardshorts are for boards. If … [Read more...]
“Oh, the times they are a changing… ” – Surfing in style
No sport has had more influence on contemporary fashion and style than surfing. Arguably basketball has impacted on street wear somewhat as well. Perhaps baseball a teensy bit too. Of course soccer shirts have long been somewhat of a fashion statement. Golf and tennis, on the other hand, have had no impact what so ever on contemporary fashion... that is unless you are a golfer … [Read more...]
Thursday, January 19 – Sports Centre – Hoopsters couldn’t look any better…
Hoopsters were out in force at the sports centre again last Thursday... yet again proving that when it comes to best-dressed athletes, basketball has it over the rest. Who cares if you can't jump. It's style that really counts. That being said, most of this lot can jump. And shoot. And dribble. And … [Read more...]
Saturday, January 7 – Cavvanbah Sports Centre – pickup basketball
Regular Saturday arvo pickup was on at the Byron Bay Cavvanbah Sports Centre. All of the usual stars were out and shining. One bloke with a penchant for low post play showed what basketball sartorial style is all about while simultaneously proving that power forwards and centres can actually dress well. You don't have to be Steph Curry to be cool, it seems. Check out the pics … [Read more...]