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2008 will be the first season that World No.1 Roger Federer does not win the three grand slam titles that he has won in each of the past two seasons. I guess this is the tournament I expect Federer to...
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Published: Jan 13, 2008
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I am an ardent supporter of Christ United Methodist Church in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and the life-altering messages its inspiring pastor, Dr. Jeff Dunn, shares with his congregation each Sunday....
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Published: Jan 12, 2008
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If nothing else, the 2007 Sony Ericsson Women's WTA Tour showed that the sport, at least on the women's side, is flourishing better than ever with more talented players cropping up from countries cove...
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Published: Jan 07, 2008
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Which NFL head coach is the best in the business? Following a thrilling 2007 regular season filled with suspense and surprises, this article will rank each head coach based on past and present perform...
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Published: Jan 06, 2008
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After watching the immediate success Sampras had on his comeback with the Men's 'Outback Champion's Tour', I am even more convinced that Sampras could take his comeback to an even bigger stage - the ...
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Published: Jan 06, 2008
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This 'Old-School' Comparison Column looks at the very distinct careers of two Hall of Fame quarterbacks - Joe Namath and Jim Kelly - who each, left their indelible impressions on the annals of NFL his...
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Published: Jan 06, 2008
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This 'Old-School' Comparison Column looks at the Hall of Fame careers of two of the most prolific wide receivers in the annals of NFL history - James Lofton and Michael Irvin.
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Published: Jan 03, 2008
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After winning three grand slam titles in three of the last four seasons, fRoger Federer, is a lock to win at least another three slams next season right?
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Published: Dec 03, 2007
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Here is a look at the important factors I believe the Celtics will need - or already have - to lift the franchise to its league-leading 17th NBA championship.
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Published: Nov 20, 2007
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The Celtics, even after adding superstars, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to go along with their own longtime resident star, Paul Pierce, will not ... repeat, not, win the NBA title in 2007-08.
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Published: Nov 20, 2007
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As we approach the annual NBA all-star weekend, here are my annual western conference midseason observations. So let's get started.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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Gamblers that bet baseball on a regular basis rely a great deal on trends and statistics to make their wagers. Betting on baseball is a long grind that last over six months and has many ups and downs.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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'They' say you either love the Dallas Cowboys or hate them with every fiber of your being. With that being said, I will readiy admit that being born and raised in Philadelphia, it's only natural for m...
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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I always say that the outlook - and immediate future - of a professional sports franchise in any sport, can change in the blink of an eye depending on circumstances, both controllable and uncontrollab...
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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Betting on tennis isn't quite as popular in the United States as it is overseas, but that doesn't mean that tennis wagering doesn't exist at all.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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Maybe it was last year's scathing, but totally honest and true, column, by former tennis legend turned writer and editor, Chris Evert, that got her juices going. Or maybe it was my national column in ...
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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Well, it is time to take a walk back in time and compare the outstanding careers of the Buffao Bills two greatest running backs in team history - O.J. Simpson and Thurman Thomas.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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With the annual NBA All-Star game upon us, it is once again time for my annual midseason review of each team.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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I guess it is only fitting that in this time of celebration for beloved civil rights leader and national icon, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., that, not only one, but two, African-American men ha...
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Published: Jan 29, 2007
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I'll keep this short and simple. Point blank, which player is the Pittsburgh Steelers' greatest wide receiver of all-time? Lynn Swann or John Stallworth?
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Published: Jan 29, 2007
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One Hispanic athlete whose accomplishments are definitely worth remembering, is beloved boxing champion, Alexis Arguello.
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Published: Jan 19, 2007
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The improbable NFC Championship matchup between the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints is now a reality that will have football fans all over the country tuned in to see if the Saints can contin...
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Published: Jan 18, 2007
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The Colts are seeking their first Super Bowl appereance in franchise history - and, as has been the case for the past few seasons - the Patriots stand directly in their path.
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Published: Jan 18, 2007
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When I recently asked my brother, Alfonso Coley, who was the best running back in Dallas Cowboys history, I had no idea that the question would turn into a semi-heated debate about former Cowboys star...
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Published: Jan 12, 2007
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Being the father of three, half-Hispanic children, I always stress to my children the importance of knowing their roots and those of the numerous trailblazers of the same ethnicity who helped to pave ...
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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After hearing the Sixers most recent attention-grabbing headline news, I almost literally beacme sick to my stomach.
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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I was in a recent conversation with a friend the other day when the conversation of the Phoenix Suns - and more importantly - their legitimacy as championship contenders - arose. When I found myself d...
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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When I recently sat down to write a series of articles focusing on comparing each franchise's all-time greats, I had no idea how tough some of the decisions I would have to make would be. Case in poin...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Maybe it's me, but when I think of the name Frankie Muniz, nothing rings a bell. However, if someone were to say to me, 'You know, the kid from the Codie Banks' movies,' I'd say, 'Oh yeah, I know him....
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Being a former Penn State student, I guess loving Joe Paterno comes naturally to me as it does most PSU alums. However, former Penn Staters aren't the only ones who love Paterno dearly.
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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When I recently sat down to watch the entertaining film, Akeelah and the Bee, starring the incomparable Laurence Fishburne and realtive newcomer, Keke Palmer, I enjoyed the film and Palmer's performan...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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I'll never forget when I learned all about gambling, specifically, wagering on professional sports. At the time, I was a young 22-year-old who worked at a job that had not one, but two, "bookies" that...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Like most basketball fans, I am curious to see how the mercurial Allen Iverson will fit in with the Denver Nuggets and his new teammates, specifically, scoring machine, Carmelo Anthony.
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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I decided to sit down and write this column after recently taking stock of the Philadelphia Eagles and theorizing that the Eagles had better start to begin the process of picking a long-term successor...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Maybe it's me, but I just don't understand how a player who was possibly the best ever at his given position, doesn't end up being honored in the Hall of Fame for the excellence he displayed for nearl...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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It's funny, the more I think about the current state of the Philadelphia Eagles, the more I think about the old addage, "Believe half of what you see and none of what you hear".
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Published: Dec 27, 2006
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You know, just when I was starting to really like Denver Nuggets star forward, Carmelo Anthony - and he was beginning to repair hisless than glowing image, the guy goes and pulls one of the lamest act...
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Published: Dec 27, 2006
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With the outstanding career of Green Bay quarterback Brett Favre, quickly coming to a close (hopefully) I thought it would be interesting to compare Favre with another Packers great, Hall of Fame indu...
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Published: Dec 27, 2006
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With all of the happenings going on in the sporting world at the present moment, there's probably not much attention being paid to many of the outstanding defensive performances being put on by some o...
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Published: Dec 27, 2006
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Before I get into the meat of this article, let me say that, of all the columnists who have repeatedly ripped Isiah Thomas the last couple of years, I have been at, or near the top of the list when it...
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Published: Dec 27, 2006
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You may have seen her recently on ABC's hit series, Dancing With The Stars, and not recognized her. You may have been trying to put the face with a film you've seen her in.
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Published: Dec 10, 2006
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The more I watch CSI: Miami, the more I enjoy the powerful performances of actress, Emily Procter, who portrays Detective Calleigh Duquesne on the hit show.
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Published: Dec 10, 2006
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I've been watching the hit CBS drama series, Criminal Minds for almost two months now and the I had no clue that the show's lead actor, Thomas Gibson, was the co-star of another series, Dharma and Gre...
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Published: Dec 01, 2006
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To be honest about it, I have to admit that I really don't like Greg Mathis much. However, I have to give credit where it is due, and I must say that Mathis' life is a testament to the power of persev...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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There is nothing in all football like playing cornerback - and anyone who has ever played the sport, knows full well how lonely and isolated the position can be.
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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When it comes to the Utah Jazz and Jerry Sloan, I have decidedly mixed feelings. I am no means, a Utah Jazz fan. On the other hand, I can't say I really dislike them either.
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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With the New Orleans Hornets off to another decent start this season, head coach, Byron Scott has emphatically dispelled rumors that surfaced a few seasons ago, that he wasn't a competent head coach.
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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When I wrote my weekly NFL column making my predictions for this past Sunday's games, I knew there was no way the Eagles would cover the ridiculously high, 13.5-point spread against the visiting Tenne...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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Why am I not surprised that aging former superstar, Chris Webber, suddenly wants out of Philadelphia after recently being told he was going to have a "reduced" role with this year's team.
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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Like everyone else these days, it would seem, I am unequivocally hooked on the hit NBC television series, "Heroes". The show has been an unadulterated hit for NBC and is easily, one of the most creati...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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As the young people these days might say, Vanessa Hudgens is �Blowin' up.' No, not literally of course, but most definitely in the figurative sense.
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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When I recently did some research on CSI: New York actor, Hill Harper for a feature article on CBS' African-American actors, I was amazed to find out that Hill has carved out quite an academic career ...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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When my brother, George Coley, a lifelong Oakland Raiders fan, recently sent me a humorous e-mail along with some excellent photos about those dedicated Raiders lifers, I decided to put this column to...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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When I recently did some research on CSI: New York actor, Hill Harper for a feature article on CBS' African-American actors, I was amazed to find out that Hill has carved out quite an academic career ...
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Published: Nov 30, 2006
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You know, the more I think about New York Knicks embattled point guard, Stephon Marbury, the sorrier I feel for the enigmatic Marbury, who has unwittingly stepped into the role of the NBA's latest pos...
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Published: Nov 29, 2006
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Well, another exciting episode of the hit NBC series, "Heroes" is gone, leaving viewers all over the country, like myself, salivating for more. Here is a quick review of last week's show and a short p...
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Published: Nov 27, 2006
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Everybody loves a hard-hitting safety. From Dick "Night Train" Lane to the greatest of all-time, Ronnie Lott, hard-hitting safeties have always grabbed their share of the spotlight - and now is no dif...
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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Every serious football fan knows that each game is invariably won or lost because of the performances of each team in three specific areas - offense, defense and special teams.
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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Ever since the hit CBS prime time series, NUMB3RS premiered, three "seasons" ago, I have become enamored with the show, its cast members and the intriguing possibilities that numbers may hold in a rea...
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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You know an actor is very talented when he either makes you fall in love with his fictional character or just plain old despise said character, even though you know deep down that he's not a real pers...
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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Since the station boasts some of the best series - and ratings - on all of television these days, I know I am not the only person watching some of CBS' exciting prime time shows like CSI, or its two s...
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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When it comes to filling roles for characters, the creators and folks in charge of casting, did a great job of selecting actress, Mariska Hargitay to play the role of fictional New York Detective, Oli...
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Published: Nov 26, 2006
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Looking at Houston Rockets' center, Yao Ming's recent domination, I have come to a simple conclusion recently - it's about time.
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Published: Nov 23, 2006
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From Joe Brown to Greg Mathis, African-American judges have been making their mark on the television industry for almost a decade now - and it would appear that they are going to continue entertaining...
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Published: Nov 23, 2006
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Being the father of an absolutely wonderful - and energetic -three-year-old son named Emmanuel and 15-year-old son named Eric Jr., I can unequivocally speak about the topic of what the three to seven-...
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Published: Nov 22, 2006
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Being a father of two boys, aged 16 and three-years-old, respectively - and something of a big kid still if you ask my wife - I figured, out of all the people who would know what an active boy would l...
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Published: Nov 22, 2006
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Since I am a father of five girls, including a pre-teen, I figured I would be as qualified as anyone to write an article on the top 10 gifts fore pre-teen girls. I mean, really, all I had to do was as...
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Published: Nov 22, 2006
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Here are my weekly observations from the league's week 11 games.
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Published: Nov 21, 2006
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Since I always seem to get an incredible amount of feedback (although not always positive) on these "greatest of all-time" and "top five" or "top ten" articles, I have decided to once again reach for ...
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Published: Nov 20, 2006
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For all those "Heroes" addicts out there, here is a brief review of last week's show and a preview of this week's upcoming episode as well as my brief analysis on both.
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Published: Nov 20, 2006
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Although I have already gone on record as disagreeing vehemently with the new "rule" it's hard to argue with Stern's track record and the immense growth and popularity he has brought to the pro game.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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The 2006 NFL season, like most every other season, has had its share of surprises - and its share of certainties. Having said that, here are my NFL midseason awards.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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I am here to warn every western conference opponent that the Lakers could actually be a force to be reckoned with come playoff time this season.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Before I go on talking about the accomplishments (or lack thereof) of one of pro football's original pioneers, quarterback, Joe Gilliam Jr., let me say that, I realize that Gilliam faced a lifetime of...
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Since I recently began watching the hit CBS navy crime series, NCIS, on a regular basis, I have become very fond of a couple of the show's characters, one of which is an NCIS Mossad Liaison Officer na...
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Every serious football fan knows that, in order for any NFL team to be successful, they have to be at least somewhat proficient at running the football. Football fans in general have always had a love...
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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From Johnny Unitas to Joe Montana, football fans all across the United States have loved - and hated - NFL quarterbacks to a degree that sometimes surpasses the love for one's own spouse.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Forget the lack of passing, rebounding and even the lack of defense most of the guys on this list display on a nightly basis. This list simply centers on the best pure shooters in the NBA - guys who c...
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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I'm going to be totally honest and admit that it nearly broke my heart to write the headline that I did for this article, but as a national sports columnist, I get to paid to call it like I see it.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Ever since the inception of the NBA, it has been proven time and time again, that no, one player, mo matter how gifted, can win an NBA championship all by himself.
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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Before I go on raving about one of my favorite characters on all of television, I have to admit that I just now beginning to watch the hit CBS navy crime series, NCIS, with the sort of regularity that...
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Published: Nov 16, 2006
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I've been a huge supporter of NBA commissioner David Stern ever since he accepted the position over two decades ago, and I must say that the majority of the moves that he's made during the course of h...
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Published: Nov 14, 2006
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I remember when I was a snot-nosed kid running around the streets of Philadelphia in the mid-1970s pretending to be either, former Miami Dolphins quarterback, Bob Griese or pulverizing fullback, Larry...
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Published: Nov 12, 2006
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If I doubted it before their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars this past Sunday, I am now officially going on record as saying the Philadelphia Eagles are in real, legitimate trouble.
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Published: Nov 09, 2006
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In the wake of the Dallas Cowboys surprisingly dominating victory over the Carolina Panthers, I have given some thought to which teams need to make permanent quarterback changes at this juncture of th...
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Published: Nov 09, 2006
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I guess it's a good thing I didn't get to publish my week nine NFL selections last week because I was undoubtedly going to write something negative about my beloved Miami Dolphins.
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Published: Nov 08, 2006
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This past April at the annual NBA Board of Governors meeting, several rules changes were approved for the 2006-07 season.
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Published: Nov 07, 2006
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I really hate to make a lot of assumptions after only one game, but I will admit that I was forcefully reminded that many of the predictions I wrote about the four teams that played on Halloween night...
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Published: Nov 07, 2006
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Although I've been an avid viewer of the hit CBS television spin-off, CSI Miami, and thoroughly enjoy each character on the hit show, I had absolutely no idea that one of its stars, Khandi Alexander, ...
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Published: Nov 06, 2006
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Being the avid television viewer that I am, not to mention, somewhat of a mathematical genius myself, (no kidding) I couldn't help but tune in to watch the premiere of the hit CBS television show NUMB...
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Published: Nov 06, 2006
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As we approach the mid-way point of another NFL season, it is now time for my annual NFL column ranking the league's general managers. I'll be honest and admit that it doesn't take a rocket scientist ...
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Published: Nov 06, 2006
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When I recently signed on with Associated Content to review three new fragrances from legendary laundry detergent producer, Tide, I had no idea my nose would be in for the time of its life, but that's...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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Maybe it's me, but I just don't understand what possessed Boston Celtics general manager, Danny Ainge to pull the trigger on a trade that brought the C's the talented, but enigmatic, young point guard...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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Many of the greatest NBA teams of all-time have been built on some of the great duos to ever lace up a pair of basketball sneakers. From Bob Cousy and Bill Russell to Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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With the start of another NBA season looming less than a week ahead, it is once again time for my annual column ranking the league's general managers.
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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Before I recently began researching the history of African-American tennis players, I knew absolutely nothing about two unbelievable sisters who sported two of the greatest athletic nicknames I have e...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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David Stern's recent talks with several European basketball clubs may have gone unnoticed by a lot of basketball fans across the U.S., but I am going on record right now to say that, it won't be long ...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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With a brand new NBA season less than a week away, it is once again time for my annual predictions on which teams will fly high, flame out and fall flat on their faces.
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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I have to admit that I think it's a damn shame that the NBA had to go outside of U.S. soil to find players who could bring back the very fundamentals of the game that were once taught by every U.S. ba...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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I've been an avid NBA follower for over 35 years now and I can unequivocally say that I have never seen a finer basketball analyst than Hubie Brown. Simply put, Brown's expertise and knowledge of the ...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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I am sure there are undoubtedly going to be some old-time Eagles fans who may vehemently disagree with my selection of Brian Westbrook as the greatest running back in Philadelphia Eagles history, but ...
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Published: Nov 03, 2006
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Since I just finished writing my annual column ranking the NBA's head coaches, I figured now was as good a time as any to take a sneak peek at the coaches that are already on the hot seat before the 2...
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Published: Oct 25, 2006
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Once again, it's time for my annual column ranking the NBA's head coaches, which, believe me, is perennially one of the toughest columns I write.
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Published: Oct 25, 2006
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Okay, okay, I'll admit I don't know the first thing about doing hair. However, being the writer that I am - and having a wife (Theresa) that does know everything there is about doing African-American ...
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Published: Oct 25, 2006
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You know, the more I think about it, I genuinely believe that the Philadelphia 76ers should gout out on a limb and rehire former head coach, Larry Brown to take over their once again, floundering fran...
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