Mike Spain
Featured Business & Finance, Sports and Music Contributor
Living in Harpers Ferry, WV
Living in Harpers Ferry, WV
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Bio:
I am an avid skier, sports fan,and music fan. I have an MBA, I'm experienced in management, operations, and customer service. I currently work for a Fortune 100 company in operations. I serve as an associate director for a credit union, and serve as the human resources chair on the board of directors for a non-profit organization. I like to write articles, blogs(http://mikespainwrites.blogspot.com/), poetry and like to travel.
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I am an avid skier, sports fan,and music fan. I have an MBA, I'm experienced in management, operations, and customer service. I currently work for a Fortune 100 company in operations. I serve as an associate director for a credit union, and serve as the human resources chair on the board of directors for a non-profit organization. I like to write articles, blogs(http://mikespainwrites.blogspot.com/), poetry and like to travel.
Education/Experience:
MBA Strayer University 1998/BSBA Strayer University 1996
MBA Strayer University 1998/BSBA Strayer University 1996
Interests:
Business, skiing, baseball, football, basketball, sports , rock music, blues music, folk music, family, history, travel, politics
Business, skiing, baseball, football, basketball, sports , rock music, blues music, folk music, family, history, travel, politics
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Here is a list of ten of the best baseball songs of all-time. They are in no particular order. They include classics, Patriotic songs, songs by John Fogerty, Dylan, Springsteen, and more.
By Mike Spain | Published 2/7/2010
Consumers don't have to use a credit card as there are viable alternatives. Consumers could use pre-paid credit cards, gift cards, check cards, checks, and lay away programs instead of credit cards.
By Mike Spain | Published 2/2/2010
Could Toyota's recall boost sales for GM, Ford and Chrysler? Could the recall be a chance for Ford to build another profit filled year in 2010?
By Mike Spain | Published 2/2/2010
Christian Charities from Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist, Methodist and Lutherans are offering ways to help the people of Haiti after January's major earthquake.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/24/2010
Check cards offer several advantages over ordinary ATM cards. Check cards also come with some risks which could effect your financial well being.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/21/2010
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Haiti on January 12, 2010. A 7.0 magnitude earthquake is considered a major earthquake and can be quite devastating in a small country like Haiti.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/18/2010
In the 1980's hair bands ruled the rock and roll landscaped. My list includes Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Motley Crue,Guns N' Roses,Poison, Skid Row, White Lion, Twisted Sister, Lita Ford and Cinderella.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/11/2010
My list starts with the Grateful Dead and is heavy on Grateful Dead related bands. Other bands like Phish, The Allman Brothers Band, Government Mule, Rusted Root and Widespread Panic also make the list.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/10/2010
The list starts with Lynyrd Skynyrd and ends with the Black Crowes. It includes Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers,.38 Special, and the Allman Brothers. It also includes acts like The Marshall Tucker Band, Blackfoot, The Outlaws, and Government Mule.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/10/2010
Alabama, Boise State, Texas, Florida and TCU are my top five see how I rank the rest of the teams here.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/8/2010
The first weekend of the 2010 NFL playoffs are set. Here are my analysis, prediction, and betting odds of each game. The playoffs do have a strange sense of déjà vu as three of the four games are rematches from this past weekend.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/4/2010
In Hagerstown, Maryland, REACH is helping to provide a warm place to sleep for Washington County's homeless during the cold weather months from November through early April.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/4/2010
Accenture dropping Tiger Woods should be no surprise. Accenture is a consulting company. Accenture makes their income by giving clients advice. Image is very important to Accenture. Tiger Woods had a great image before his indiscretions became public.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/4/2010
Two of the best guitarists in history, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton will get together in February for a six show mini world tour. The two guitarists have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame five times combined.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/30/2009
Florida Gators head football coach Urban Meyer is stepping down following the Gators Sugar Bowl Game on New Year's Day.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/26/2009
The major east coast snow storm dropped plenty of snow in my area. We received over two feet of snow.The snow started falling and accumulating around 10 PM on Friday night. The snow fell throughout the day on Saturday and wrapped up late Saturday night.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/20/2009
Carrie UInderwood, Brad Paisley, Brooks & Dunn, Hannah Montana, Michael Jackson, Michael Buble, Derek Trucks, Nickelback, the Twilight Soundtrack, and Beyonce all make my list. Country, Pop, Jazz, Blues, and Rock are represented.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/17/2009
2009 featured a mix of hot new country artists and established country stars.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/16/2009
My list of top 10 Country Albums for 2009 includes Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, George Strait, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Toby Keith, Carrie Underwood, and Mac McAnaly.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/16/2009
The House passed a financial regulatory system bill. The bill still needs to pass the senate to become law. What is this bill? Who will gain from this bill? Who will be set back by this bill? Who will meet mix results from this bill?
By Mike Spain | Published 12/14/2009
The top teams of 2009 were Gators, Steelers, Tar Heels, Huskies, Penguins, Lakers, Mercury and Yankees were top teams in 2009.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/13/2009
Alabama showed everyone they should be number one with a dominating Florida. The Texas Longhorns nipped Nebraska and the Cincinnati Bearcats edged Pittsburgh. California, USC and Houston dropped out of my rankings.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/6/2009
If you are visiting or living in the Mid Atlantic area and you are thinking of learning how to ski. You can learn to ski close to home.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/4/2009
The Gators rolled past Florida State, Texas outlasted the Aggies, and Alabama rallied past the Auburn in a week full of upsets.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/29/2009
Push ups, triceps push ups, squats, crunches, sit ups, running in place, stair climbing, jumps, dancing, curls and mall walking are great indoor exercises to stay fit all winter.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/25/2009
Gatrs back on top, Mississippi upset LSU 25-23, Northwestern upset Wisconsin 33-31, California upset Stanford 34-28, and Syracuse shocked Rutgers 31-13.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/22/2009
Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Marty Robbins, George Strait, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, ALan Jackson and Shania Twain make the list.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/20/2009
Shopping for snowboarders can be easy since there are a lot of holiday gift ideas for snowboarders like a new snowboard, new snowboarding boots, a snowboarding helmet, travel vouchers, a season pass, a new snowboarding jacket or thermal underwear.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/20/2009
Shopping for holiday gifts for skiers is easy since there are so many ideas. Skiers love getting new skis, new bindings, new ski poles, a new helmet, travel vouchers, season passes and new thermal underwear.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/20/2009
The parades range from traditional Christmas Parades, to German/English heritage to horses.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/16/2009
Hershjey Park offers a lot for the Christmas Holidays with holiday rides, holiday lights, holiday shows, a Chocolate World, and a zoo.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/16/2009
Six unbeaten teams remain. Stanford, Rutgers, North Carolina, California, and Temple join the rankings this week.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/15/2009
Grizzly bears are one of the greatest animals in North America. Grizzly bears eat a wide range of food determined by where they live. Grizzly bears like many wild animals can be dangerous and should be respected.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/9/2009
Iowa was shocked by Northwestern, Stanford upset Oregon, Ohio State upset Penn State, Notre Dame last week's #23 lost to Navy, Oregon State beat California, and Nebraska knocked off Oklahoma. Virginia Tech, BYU and Nebraska rejoined My Rankings this week.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/8/2009
Holiday shopping for snowboarders does not have to break the holiday budget. There are several inexpensive gifts for snowboarders.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/7/2009
Thanksgiving Day traditions include turkey, pies and NFL football. This years games include Lions, Packers, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants and Broncos.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/6/2009
Holiday shopping for a skier does not have to break the holiday budget. There are several inexpensive gifts available for skiers.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/5/2009
There are several ways to save money while traveling on business. Sharing, packing light, eating in, and planning are a few ways a business traveler can save while traveling on business.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/4/2009
This long necked, long tailed, big body dinosaur ate plantsa nd stones.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/1/2009
The most complete Spinosaurus remains ended up being a victim of World War II.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/1/2009
My rankings had it right having Oregon ranked ahead of USC. USC was clobbered by Oregon 47-20. North Carolina surprised Virginia Tech.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/1/2009
Foo Fighters, Them Crooked Vultures, Tori Amos, Bon Jovi, and John Mayer.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/30/2009
Winter is a time of heavier and darker beers. A beer to help warm off winter's chill and warm your spirit.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/29/2009
The Atlantic Sharpnose Shark migrates, feeds on creatures common to the shallows, is a commonly caught shark, is a threat to humans and is considered a small shark.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2009
The False Shark is the only shark in its family. The False Catsharks grow to lengths of about 8 to 9 feet. The False Catshark is named due to the shark's eyes.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2009
Another week, another top team as the Texas Longhorns became the new My Rankings number one team. The Gators won better and moved into number 2, while Alabama was lucky and fell to number 3.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2009
The Gators won barely, but they are not playing like a number one team. Alabama beat South Carolina 20-6 and are rewarded as being ranked number one. Texas dropped a spot to number three and Iowa moved in to the number four spot.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/18/2009
No big surprises this week. Florida beat LSU. Florida remained number 1, LSU dropped to 10th. Only 9 unbeaten teams remain!
By Mike Spain | Published 10/11/2009
Los Angeles Angels won the American League West with a 95-67 record. The Angels meet up with the Wild Card Boston Red Sox who also went 95-67. Will this be the years the Angels get past the Red Sox? Will the Angels make it to the World Series?
By Mike Spain | Published 10/7/2009
The Boston Red Sox finished the year 95-67, eight games behind their arch rivals, the New York Yankees. However, 95-67 was a good enough record to win the American League Wild Card playoff birth and tied for the fourth best record in baseball.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/6/2009
The New York Yankees are not only the best baseball team money can buy, the Yankees are the best team in baseball period. The New York Yankees are 102-59, with one game left.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/4/2009
A lot of other teams dodged being upset this week. Michigan (ranked 20th) last week was upset by Michigan State in Overtime. Miami upset Oklahoma 21-20. South Carolina, Stanford and Mississippi join the top 25 this week.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/4/2009
An upset filled weekend has rearanged My Rankings for this week.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/27/2009
September is quickly fading away and October is right around the corner. Beer lovers know Oktoberfest celebrations are coming up soon.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/21/2009
This week's big games include the #9 Miami Hurricanes at #10 Virginia Tech Hokies and the #1 Florida Gators travel away from the swamp to face the #25 Kentucky Wildcats.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/20/2009
Complete rankings, including last week results and this weeks schedule, for my top 25 teams.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/13/2009
Florida remained number one, but USC and Texas flip flop.Alabama moved up to #4 and California moved to #5. Oklahoma State moved into #6 after their impressive win over Georgia. BYU moved into the seven spot after their win over Oklahoma.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/7/2009
It should be re-named powder puff week as 6 of my top 25 teams open with powder puff teams. However, there are some great match ups as well!
By Mike Spain | Published 8/25/2009
According to the Oregon Brewers Guild, "Oregon is the second largest producer of craft beer in the US."
By Mike Spain | Published 8/24/2009
Looking for an easy drinking beer to pare with spicy food? Then Chinese beers are right for you.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/24/2009
This is my list of the top 10 Amber Ales. I have limited my list to American Amber Ales, Red Ales and Irish Red Ales.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/18/2009
There are many types of ales. I have combined a list of my top ten ales and have included seasonal both winter and summer, blondes, scottish, browns and an altbier.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/18/2009
There are many types of pale ales. I have combined a list of my top ten pale ales and have limited my list to American Pale Ales and American Wheat Pale Ales.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/17/2009
Most of the Mexican beers can trace their history to European immigrants who brought their old world recipes to Mexico.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/17/2009
Looking to pick up a new outdoor hobby you can enjoy indoors? Indoor rock climbing could be the sport for you. If you are an outdoor rock climber, the indoor climbing areas could be a place to hone your rock climbing skills.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/11/2009
Many people will be boating over Labor Day weekend. Boating can be a fun, enjoyable way to spend your last weekend of summer. However, boating can be dangerous. Here are some tips to enjoy safe boating over Labor Day weekend.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/10/2009
Hank Aaron, Barry Bonds, Ty Cobb, Willie Mays, and Ken Griffey Jr
By Mike Spain | Published 8/9/2009
Ty Cobb, Hank Aaron, Pete Rose, Tony Gwynn and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson
By Mike Spain | Published 8/9/2009
We have George Bradley's first no hitter, the Houston Astros six pitcher no hitter, Nolan Ryan's fifth no hitter, Allie Reynolds pennant tying no hitter, and Mike Scott's division winning no hitter as the top 5 no hitters of All-Time.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/5/2009
Any pitcher who pitches a perfect game deserves the credit as the feat is rare. Five days separated the first two perfect games and five seasons have separated the last two perfect games in major league baseball.
By Mike Spain | Published 8/4/2009
There are plenty of great day hikes near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. The town of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is located where the Shenandoah River and Potomac River meet.
By Mike Spain | Published 7/29/2009
The Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl can they repeat? The Steelers will be challenged by the Baltimore Ravens. Can the Cleveland Browns or Cincinnati Bengals bounce back from disappointing seasons to contend?
By Mike Spain | Published 7/29/2009
I predict the Arizona Cardinals will win the division followed by the Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers and the St. Louis Rams.
By Mike Spain | Published 7/29/2009
Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle pitched a perfect game against the Tampa Bay Rays in a 5 -0 win on Thursday, July 23, 2008.
By Mike Spain | Published 7/24/2009
Florida Gators, Utah Utes, USC Trojans, Texas Longhorns, and Oklahoma Sooners make up my top 5. See where your favorite team is ranked.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/8/2009
Washington, DC has a lot to offer for New Year's Eve from big gala parties, to cruises, to neighborhoods to bar hop in.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/9/2008
The Florida Gators are my new number one team by beating undefeated Alabama 31-20. Ball State tumbled. See where everyone ended up. I will be back in January after the Bowl Games are completed to doone last rankings.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/7/2008
Michael Phelps, Kobe Bryant, Usain Bolt, Alexander Ovechkin, Bode Miller, Dustin Pedroia, Albert Pujals, Lindsay Vonn, Tim Lincecum, Cliff Lee
By Mike Spain | Published 12/1/2008
The Alabama Crimson Tide, Oklahoma Sooners, Florida Gators, Texas Longhorns, and Penn State all stayed in place in my rankings.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/30/2008
2008 was a busy year in sports. Olympics, NCAA, NFL, NHL, NBA Champions.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/29/2008
2008 was full of political blunders. Hillary Clinton and snipers, Sarah Palin, private jet travel to plead for money, Ted Stevens conviction on seven counts of not being honest, and Elliot Spitzer and the prostitution sting.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/29/2008
A list of some of the best country albums of 2008.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/27/2008
Besides putting the Big 12 South division in a three way tie, the Oklahoma rout of Texas Tech also rearranged my rankings after week 13. The Alabama Crimson Tide took over the number one spot becoming the only undefeated BCS team.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/22/2008
The Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and graduations always same to be right around the corner and Brooks Brothers is a great place to shop for a stylish or professional man. Brooks Brothers sells fine clothing, watches, shoes, ties and accessories.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/21/2008
Alabama, Florida, USC, Penn State, Boise State, Utah all cruise to easy wins. UNC and FSU lost. What changed in the rankings? What are the key games?
By Mike Spain | Published 11/15/2008
Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants won the National League Cy Young for 2008. The right-handed pitcher went 18-5 with a 2.62 earn run average.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/12/2008
Texas Tech beat Oklahoma State by a landslide, Penn State was upset by Iowa, Alabama won in overtime, and all of the weekends college football action created a brand new ranking see where your team is ranked this week.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/8/2008
I voted today at the Blue Ridge Volunteer Fire Department near Harpers Ferry in Jefferson County, West Virginia.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/4/2008
West Virginia may appear to be headed towards a McCain victory; however it remains a battleground state until the end.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/3/2008
There is a new #1 in My Rankings this week after Texas Tech defeated #1 Texas. The undefeated teams are down to 6. There are five new teams to the rankings this week, find out who dropped out.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/2/2008
The latest presidential polls in West Virginia show Senator John McCain growing his lead over Senator Barack Obama with only a few days before the election.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/1/2008
North Carolina with a tight Presidential race, valuable electoral votes, and an Eastern Time zone makes it a battleground state to watch on Election Day.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/29/2008
Penn state held off Ohio State, Texas held off Oklahoma State, The Tide rolled see where the teams rank in My Rankings after an exciting weekend of college football.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/27/2008
The candidates have different strategies for winning West Virginia. Voters in West Virginia are also influenced by factors coming from other states.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2008
Four out of five of the latest Presidential Polls in West Virginia favor John McCain which is quite a difference from the earlier Presidential Polls in West Virginia
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2008
The recent Presidential Polls in Virginia are giving a clear edge to Senator Barack Obama, which could explain the extra push next week by Republican Vice President Candidate Sarah Palin in Virginia.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/25/2008
The Tampa Bay Rays have made it to the World Series here is a preview of their team.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/21/2008
The Philadelphia Phillies made it to the World Series by winning the National League East, beating the National League Wildcard Milwaukee Brewers three games to one, and beating the National League West Champion Los Angeles Dodgers four games to one.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/20/2008
Texas, Penn State and Alabama are still my top three. However Ohio State moved back into the top 10.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/19/2008
What is the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program? How does it work? What does it do? How is it funded? Who runs it?
By Mike Spain | Published 10/18/2008
The solution to winning West Virginia is simple. Visit West Virginia. Care about West Virginians. Spend money on advertising at crunch time might not get you the same results.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/18/2008
West Virginia, as the Presidential Polls have shown should be a very competitive state for either candidate. The close election should encourage voters to turn out and vote as every vote iwill be important in the 2008 Presidential election.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/16/2008
Previous number one Oklahoma, number two Missouri, number four LSU, and #10 Vanderbilt all loss. Needless to say my top ten has been rearranged. See how I rank the top 25 College Football teams.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/12/2008
My rankings have a new number one. USC moved up to #14, Pittsburgh, Ohio State, UNC, and Michigan State entered my rankings. See where the rest of the teams ended up and key games for week seven.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/5/2008
My rankings changed a great bit this week with USC and Florida being upset. Georgia lost in their showdown. Wisconsin was upset by Michigan, Wake Forrest was upset by Navy, Nebraska fell to Virginia Tech, Colorado lost to FSU, and Minnesota fell to Ohio State.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/28/2008
USC and Oklahoma stay one and two but the rest of the top ten gets a good shuffle. See where your favorite team is ranked and check out this weeks surprises.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/22/2008
Six teams fell out, six teams moved in, some teamns moved up, and some teams moved down. See how I ranked the top 25 teams in college football.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/14/2008
Part of the fun of college football is to see where everyone is ranked. This is just my ranking in my humble opinion so feel to disagree or agree!
By Mike Spain | Published 9/7/2008
USC, Florida, Oho State, Oklahoma, and Georgia make up my Top Five.
By Mike Spain | Published 9/2/2008
What have I accomplished? What have I written about? What mistakes have I made? What advice would I have for a new Associated Content writer? What is my plan for my next year on Associated Content?
By Mike Spain | Published 8/3/2008
Derrick Rose, a Freshman out of Memphis, is one of the best point guards in the 2008 draft and should be one of the top picks in the NBA draft.
By Mike Spain | Published 6/21/2008
The West Virginia victory may delay Obama plans for the Democratic nomination. However, Obama has a comfortable lead and Clinton is running out of states to catch Obama.
By Mike Spain | Published 5/14/2008
I voted Tuesday in the West Virginia Democratic Primary. Was deciding to vote for Clinton or Obama the hardest part? No the hardest part was finding where to vote?
By Mike Spain | Published 5/14/2008
The economy in West Virginia has suffered due to higher gas prices, higher energy costs, mortgages, foreclosures, and lack of jobs. The Nation will pay attention as their economies have also been affected for the same reasons.
By Mike Spain | Published 5/12/2008
Unfortunately for West Virginians, none of the candidates has a complete plan to solve the high gas prices.
By Mike Spain | Published 5/12/2008
Neat, comfortable, traditional dress shoes matched up to your successful job interviewing outfit will help you feel confident when you go for your interview. Being confident in the interview can pave your way to success.
By Mike Spain | Published 5/1/2008
Avery Johnson was a great coach for the Dallas Mavericks during the regular season. Unfortunately, his success during the regular season did not carry over into the the post season.
By Mike Spain | Published 5/1/2008
The release of the alleged Jimi Hendrix sex tape is an attempt to make money on the Jimi Hendrix name.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/30/2008
The weather is warmer and it is time to get your sandals out. Casual men's sandals are great to wear in the spring and summer. They are also great to wear on vacation or when your relaxing at home.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/28/2008
The Dolphins needed a lot of help. They added a possible starter to both the offensive line and defensive line. They also drafted a potential starting quarterback.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/28/2008
The Redskins had a solid draft. They added two solid wide receivers and a solid tight end to add to their offense.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/28/2008
Overall the Pittsburgh Steelers had a great draft. They added Mendenhall, who could give them an excellent one, two punch at running back with Willie Parker. They added a capable wide receiver in Limas Sweed. They also added some much needed depth.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/28/2008
The Jacksonville Jaguars had a successful draft. They were able to improve their pass rush with Harvey and Groves. They should be able to make an impact this season.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/27/2008
The arrest of Florida State University Seminoles star wide receiver/running back Preston Parker on weapons and drug charges is the latest trouble to plague the Seminoles football program.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/22/2008
The West was a very competitive conference this year with the playoff teams only separated by seven games. This series will not be an easy one for the Lakers. The Nuggets should be able to make this a close series.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/19/2008
The Kansas Jayhawks defeated the Memphis Tigers 75-68 in overtime Monday night to win the 2008 NCAA Men's basketball championship game. It was a tough fought battle between two talented teams.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/8/2008
The championship game should be a great game. The game features two number one seeds facing each other. Two teams with a combined record of 74-4.
By Mike Spain | Published 4/7/2008
My predictions could be off but one prediction which will not be off is this: Saturday will be a great day for college basketball fans as the four best teams meet in San Antonio for the Final Four.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/31/2008
A review of an exhibition game and sharing a bit of our visit with Hunter Pence
By Mike Spain | Published 3/31/2008
Chris Williams has the tools to be a starting offensive tackle in the NFL. He is projected as a first round pick in this years draft and several teams could be interested in Chris Williams. Chris Williams is a name to watch during the middle of the first round.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/20/2008
This is a great match up, the West Virginia Mountaineers from the Big East (24-10) against the Arizona Wildcats (19-14) from the PAC-10.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/20/2008
This game has the potential to be more lopsided as the only thing stopping the Tar Heels will be the Tar Heels.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/19/2008
Baker would be a great pick in the second round with his potential to be a 2008 starter in the NFL.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/19/2008
San Antonio has a lot to offer in the way of restaurants from steaks, fine dining, Mexican to Bar-B-Q. The city has something to offer everyone no matter what their tastes. Visit San Antonio but don't leave hungry.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/18/2008
The great thing about this time of years is that everyone has teams that they think were snubbed and some teams that they think are shockers. However, the real madness is about to start. Where the snubs will be forgotten and the real shockers are waiting to happen.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/17/2008
Dan Connor is one of the top linebackers in the 2008 NFL draft. His strength is that he can play both inside and outside linebacker. He is one of the few linebackers who will be able to start in the NFL.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/11/2008
He was fifth on the Tigers team in tackles and had seven sacks last season
By Mike Spain | Published 3/11/2008
If Limas Sweed slips into the second round, a team could get "a first round talent" with a second round pick.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/11/2008
Fred Davis without a doubt is one of the best tight ends available in the 2008 NFL draft. Davis is a player who could start right away for a team and make a contribution.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/11/2008
Many teams in the NFL are looking for help for their defensive lines. Kentwan Balmer could be the help teams are looking for in the NFL draft.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/10/2008
Safety Kenny Phillips could be the first University of Miami player chosen in the 2008 NFL draft.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/10/2008
However, the NFL is not college and he could benefit from improved strength training. He has played in a big time conference against big time opponents. Now it is just a matter of moving up to the next level.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/10/2008
Harvey impressed at the combine, if he does the same in the Pro Day his stock should be high and he will probably be a top 10 pick in April. Derrick Harvey will be a name to watch for in the upcoming NFL draft and on Sundays coming this Fall.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/9/2008
Linebacker Takeo Spikes did not fit in the Eagles plans or budget for the 2008 season. Spikes could fit the roster of any team looking for a veteran linebacker. The question is if he is healthy enough to contribute and if he will fit into another team's budget.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/7/2008
It is a shame Mathias had to have his leg partially amputated. Lanzinger certainly had many hopes and dreams crash with him Sunday.
By Mike Spain | Published 3/5/2008
Football fans turned in to see if New England could finish the regular season undefeated. The Patriots showed they could. Now NFL fans will watch the Super Bowl to see if the Patriots can stay undefeated.
By Mike Spain | Published 2/2/2008
Mistakes will play a big role. Whoever wins the turnover battle wins this game. Weather may minimize the passing attacks so the running game will take center stage.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/18/2008
A frst hand report of the snow stom in the Mid Atlantic.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/18/2008
The pressure of being undefeated has not gotten to the Patriots. Two games remain in Patriots quest to be the first team to go undefeated since the 1972 Miami Dolphins. This first game is Sunday.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/18/2008
4 games, 4 winners, 4 teams go home!
By Mike Spain | Published 1/10/2008
The Washington Redskins Hall of Fame Coach Joe Gibbs resigned after a demanding season and mentioning family issues. What did the legendary coach do during his second stint? Who will replace the legend? What does this mean to the future of the Washington Redskins?
By Mike Spain | Published 1/9/2008
Jim Rice was an 8 time All-Star and a feared batter in Boston's lineup. Jim Rice may have fallen short of the milestone numbers but it will be a shame if he falls short of the Hall of Fame.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/9/2008
Rich "Goose" Gossage was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Why does he deserve to be in the Hall of Fame? How does he compare to the other relievers in the Hall of Fame?
By Mike Spain | Published 1/9/2008
LSU has one the BCS Championship defeating Ohio State 38-24 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans. Louisiana State University becomes the first BCS Champion to have two losses.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/8/2008
Greater Kansas City has a host of animal shelters where you can adopt your next pet. Adoption fees range between $52 and $200 depending on the pet you desire. This covers spaying, neutering, vaccines and other veterinary treatments for the animals.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/7/2008
Chicago offers many options for a birthday party. You can choose from downtown restuarants and clubs, cruise ships or party at sporting events.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/7/2008
On December 31, the Miami Dolphins fired their General Manager Randy Mueller. It was only a matter of time until the Miami Dolphins fired Cam Cameron.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/4/2008
What makes the Ronaldinho a star? Ronaldinho is a star because of the success of his soccer teams, his individual awards, and his youth and future potential.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/3/2008
The coaching change is justified with such a poor season after such a successful season a year ago and with such high expectations going into this season.
By Mike Spain | Published 1/1/2008
Mueller was fired for three reasons. 1) The Dolphins were 1-15, 2) The Dolphins did not have depth and 3) The Dolphins are going to make changes.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/31/2007
Now, every game means something starting this weekend. Winner moves on to play another game, losers go home. This weekend features the Redskins at Seahawks, the Jaguars at Steelers, theGiants at Buccaneers, and the Titans at the Chargers.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/31/2007
In any year there are countless news stories in the United States. I have listed a few of the more important stories in the United States of America in 2007 in no particular order.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/20/2007
This is a list of some of the best albums of 2007. My list includes Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Bruce Springsteen, KT Tunstall, The White Stripes and Tab Benoit.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/18/2007
The Dallas, Texas area has many options for a birthday party. Amusement park fans, arcade fans, beer fans, family parties, grown ups Dallas has the place for your birthday party.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/18/2007
2007 was a great year for the Florida Gators football and basketball team. It was a great year for the Indianapolis Colts, Phoenix Mercury, San Antonio Spurs, the Lady Vols basketball team, the Anaheim Ducks and the Boston Red Sox.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/15/2007
Starting out as the AFL-NFL Championship game and growing into the Super Bowl we know as the leagues merged to form the National Football League, otherwise known as the NFL. The Super Bowl has been played 41 times in 15 different cities.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/14/2007
This is a list of all the Super Bowls, the winners, the scores, the MVPs and where they were played.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/13/2007
This is a classic baseball trade for now versus later. The White Sox are receiving a young player n Carlos Quentin who has played parts of 2 big eague seasons. TheDiamondbacks are receiving Chris Carter who is a solid prospect.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/3/2007
Shopping on line for cookies this season can help you get quality cookies for all of your Holiday needs and add the convenience of shopping from home.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/3/2007
The Bowl games are set. The road to the BCS Championship is clear. However, more may be at stake in the other bowls as the possibility of a split-national championship is quite possible in this upset filled season with no dominate team in college football.
By Mike Spain | Published 12/3/2007
Like most cities and towns, Los Angeles has several free, holiday musical performances this time of the year. Like the 48th Annual Los Angeles County Holiday Celebration, Holiday Events at the Farmers Market, and Las Posadas
By Mike Spain | Published 11/30/2007
Going out on his terms is much better than being fired. Winning 5 Big Ten Conference Championship, winning a National Championship, and winning Coach of The Year honors in 12 years is a very respectful career.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/20/2007
Barry Bond's baseball career could be over. Barry Bonds currently is a free agent, with more questions swirling around him.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/16/2007
South Lake Tahoe, California has a variety of budget ski lodging available under $100 a night for your Tahoe area ski vacation or ski get away at Heavenly, Kirkwood, or Sierra-at-Tahoe.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/14/2007
Today IBM and Cognos announced they "have entered into a definitive agreement for IBM to acquire Cognos." This leads to three questions. What is Cognos? And why is IBM purchasing them? Why should Cognos let IBM buy them?
By Mike Spain | Published 11/13/2007
Rising from its bank in the tiny town of McHenry is Marsh Mountain the site of Maryland's only ski resort. Wisp at Deep Creek Mountain Resort, known to many simply as Wisp.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/9/2007
You can enjoy your television from home through your laptop. All you need is your laptop computer, an internet source and an accessory such as Slingbox or a subscription to MobiTV,MLB.TV, MILB.TV, or the NHL's Center Ice Online program.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/8/2007
"Joe Biden received the endorsement of Iowa State Senator Herman C. Quirmbach. Senator Quirmbach becomes the twelfth Iowa State Legislator to endorse Senator Biden."
By Mike Spain | Published 11/8/2007
A Mediocre record, highlighted with a lack of winning consistency and failure to win the big games and an e-mail embarrassment are not the way to continue Coaching at Texas A&M.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/6/2007
Tyler Zeller has the tools and potential to be a dominating big man in college basketball. At North Carolina, a perennial college basketball power, Zeller should be able to grab the spotlight if he develops into a star.
By Mike Spain | Published 11/6/2007
Will the Iowa Caucus follow the pollster's prediction and choose front runner Mitt Romney as the Republican Caucus winner? Or will one of the other candidates in the pack overtake Mitt Romney's momentum and win the Republican Caucus?
By Mike Spain | Published 10/30/2007
The Iowa Caucus will be the first caucus of 2008, when it occurs on January 3, 2008. Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John Edwards are running close in the polls.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/30/2007
The Marist Poll released October 14, 2007 reports "Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney edges the field of candidates vying for the Republican presidential nomination."
By Mike Spain | Published 10/30/2007
The Marist Poll released October 14,2007 reports "Hillary Clinton has a wide lead over her Democratic rivals for the 2008 New Hampshire Democratic Presidential Primary."
By Mike Spain | Published 10/29/2007
Snowshoe is one of the largest ski areas south of New England, with over 57 trails and over 240 acres to ski on.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/26/2007
Joey Logano was winning car races years before he was old enough to have a driver's license. According to his website, the 17 year old has 13 years of racing experience.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/26/2007
The opening game should be a good one to watch. The game probably will be handed to the bullpen at some point. However, it will be fun to watch each team face each others best starting pitchers.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/23/2007
A ghostly past would fit the quaint town of Harpers Ferry, founded where two powerful rivers meet, the Indian history, the raids on the town, the Civil war and railroads all are conducive to one.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/22/2007
The Los Angeles Clippers finished last season 40-42, failing to reach the playoffs by 2 games and finishing ninth in the Western Conference. They also finished fourth in the Pacific Division. The Clippers hope to improve on last year and make the playoffs.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/22/2007
A new coach, new attitude and new players could mean a trip to the playoffs in 2008 for the Indiana Pacers.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/22/2007
The Sacramento Kings finished dead last in the Pacific Division last season. Last season they were 33-49.If the Sacramento Kings want to be more than the Kings of the Pacific Division cellar then the Kings would need to make some major changes.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/22/2007
The Warriors were the surprise of the NBA Playoffs last season eliminating the top seeded Dallas Mavericks in the first round. Golden State was 42-40, the eighth seed in the Western Conference, tied with the Lakers for second in the Pacific Division.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/22/2007
Efrain's Taqueria is one of Hagerstown's finest Mexican restaurants. Efrain's is located at 75 Eastern Boulevard in the Weiss Shopping Center. Efrain's offers a simple menu of tacos, burritos, salads, nachos, house specialties, a kids menu, deserts and drinks.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/4/2007
Rockies nip the San Diego Padres 9-8 in 13 to advance as the NL Wildcard
By Mike Spain | Published 10/3/2007
The Chicago Cubs won the NL Central, what to look for in the playoffs!
By Mike Spain | Published 10/3/2007
The 90-72 Arizona Diamondbacks meet the Chicago Cubs in the first round of the National League Playoffs. The won the division a game ahead of the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/2/2007
In a year in which the Philadelphia Phillies set a record for being the first franchise in sports to lose 10,000 games, it is ironic that they are going to the playoffs.
By Mike Spain | Published 10/2/2007
The 94-68 Angels face the Boston Red Sox 96-66 in the first round of the American League Playoffs
By Mike Spain | Published 10/2/2007
Indians prepare to meet the New York Yankees
By Mike Spain | Published 10/2/2007
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