Outdoors
The wild, misunderstood world of competitive Scrabble
Word play — Despite its humble origins, for many players, Scrabble is much more than just a game, but a fiercely competitive, lifelong commitment. Writer Sean Cole speaks to some of the world's leading players to find out what it takes to rise to the top of the ranks.
Written by: Sean Cole
Meet the world’s first hijab-wearing champion wrestler
Nor Diana, aka ‘Phoenix’ — At five-feet tall and around 94lbs, the 20-year-old doesn’t look like your typical wrestling star – but that hasn’t stopped her yet.
Written by: Beth Webb
‘The relevance of race dissolves in nature’s power’
The Outsiders Project — Outdoor culture – with its action sports, trail runs, and great country hikes – has long been dominated by the white upper-middle classes. A new Huck project wants to change that.
Written by: Phil Young
The art therapist using running to fuel creativity
Huck x adidas — For Jessie Zapotechne, there‘s nothing more inspiring than running through the streets of New York. Even in the throes of lockdown, her work and the city remain intertwined.
Written by: Michael Fordham
The education activist turning tragedy into triumph
Huck x adidas — After her brother was murdered, Jamira Burley dedicated her life to helping disadvantaged communities. Here, she tells us how current conditions are impacting her work – and why she uses running to find moments of peace.
Written by: Michael Fordham
A three-day adventure in the French Alps
In partnership with Osprey — In a world fuelled by consumerism, is it still possible to gear up and enjoy nature with a clear environmental conscience?
Written by: Michael Fordham
The beautiful anarchy of football’s fanzine movement
‘We won’t last forever’ — Having started as a DIY rebellion, the fanzine movement is now an invaluable subculture under threat from an increasingly digital world.
Written by: Will Magee
The twin brothers who paddled from Alaska to Mexico
2,300 miles – by hand — In 2016, after a lifetime spent trying to outdo each other, Ryan and Casey Higginbotham embarked on a journey that would push them to their absolute limits – one that could only be completed if they worked as a team.
Written by: Alice Austin
Inside the wild world of college cheerleading
Class, community and capitalism — New Netflix series Cheer is filled with high stakes stunts and drama – but it can also teach us a lot about America’s class problem.
Written by: Ruby Lott-Lavigna
How can we make the great outdoors more accessible?
In partnership with Columbia — The outdoors has a diversity problem. But while many are quick to blame ‘cultural differences’, problems surrounding participation are far more complex. Dhruva Balram explores how organisations can help bring about change.
Written by: Dhruva Balram
