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Double Dutch Made NYC School Sport

Jump-rope league expected to draw big interest

(Newser) - New York City schools will offer a new sport this spring: competitive double dutch jump-roping. The first school district to start official teams has done so in recognition of the sport's popularity among the city's youth—and to promote fitness, AP reports. "It's something that builds stamina," explains... More »

US Jump-Rope Team Seeks Edge

NC squad aims to wrest double dutch title by borrowing from Japanese champs

(Newser) - After a long tenure as an America-dominated pastime, jump-rope has gone global in recent years—and Japanese teams are leading the way. With a key competition on the horizon, the Wall Street Journal reports on a North Carolina team that is trying to reclaim America's glory by taking a page... More »

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