It took me some time to notice this article, as I usually go straight to, or gayly forward to Todays Active Topics, but on the homepage is this really good article about the importance of participating in a sport:

http://www.outsports.com/local/2004/1017ga...firstperson.htm

Maroney exactly captured the effect playing squash at my gym had on my life and my acceptance of myself. Very good to read. Thanks.