A professor of mathematics casually tosses a ball from his left hand to his right to demonstrate his point that anyone can juggle. He says the secret to juggling is simple – it’s all about patterns.

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This study explores the art and technique of ball juggling through the use of unique movement patterns, with a focus on its application in soccer training and performance. The research identifies ...

Steve Butler casually tosses a ball from his left hand to his right to demonstrate his point that anyone can juggle. With just one ball it's easy, until he changes it up and adds a second and a third ...

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Watch as Steve Butler teaches his students the mathematics of juggling. Video by Alex Murphy AMES, Iowa – Steve Butler casually tosses a ball from his left hand to his right to demonstrate his point ...