Chris Mihm was drafted by the Boston Celtics from Texas University. he came into the league with quite lofty expectations after having a stellar career in the collegiate ranks. Mihm at seven feet tall had the jump shot going. He can also post down low and score off of …

The second oldest rookie in the NBA this year, Luis Scola who was drafted originally by the San Antonio Spurs and is now playing for the Houston Rockets after a summer trade that sent him there is probably a hidden gem. My prediction will be that the Spurs will …

Have you ever seen that weird aliend movie with Dennis Quaid and Louis Gossett Jr.? You know, the one where Gossett is wearing the alien costume? Well, if you have seen that movie, then you know that the alien in that movies bears a striking resembelece to the Los …

When I think about the elite receivers in the league, Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens is always one of the first to come to mind.
Owens no longer has the big play speed he used to have. But, he does have one advantage many receivers around the league don’t, height. He …

Ok, when people talk about Chicago Bears’ player Devin Hester, I will be the first to admit he’s pretty fast. After all, Madden Football gave him the first ever 100 speed rating.
But, I also think he’s very overrated.
The guy is dangerous as a kick returner. But, the fact he …

By creating a clear path to the passer with a series of spins, shakes, and shoves, Boulware has become a familiar presence in the opposing backfield. He had 8.5 sacks and caused three fumbles in 2003. Boulware, out of Florida State University was drafted in the first round of …

The last time that Wolverhampton Wanderers were in the Premier League. They really struggled, but this time around they seemed to have a stronger side and a team that really wanted to play football. They were building a reputation for having a few reckless tacklers as well, but for …

When I was a kid, I tried to like hockey, I really did. My uncle was into sports big time, and he liked hockey a lot. He took me to a game once, and I really wanted to enjoy it. The problem was, I just couldn’t follow …

The Eagles survived a tough test in Week 7 of 2004 when the Browns made enough plays in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Pinkston made six catches for 100 yards with David Akers booting the game winner from 50 yards out in their team’s 34-31 victory. Pinkston has …

Sebastian Telfair was a great high school basketball player. He was a legendary playground baller that resulted in his high pick in the 2004 NBA draft. He has the size, the speed and the power to be a force in the middle and from the perimeter as well. The …

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing this goliath of a man Live, and one of the only people in British Wrestling who is bigger than him, is his tag-team partner, Bulk! He was a great man as a person, and in the ring, known as the UK Pitbulls, they …

Although for some people driving ranges are pretty much all the same, I find there are huge differences at many ranges that either add or detract from my experience. I use driving ranges to practice my swing, try different clubs, try new techniques and basically get in shape for …

I consider Theo Ratliff in his prime as one of the best shot blockers out there in the league second only though to Dikembe Mutombo in the modern era. Although he has aged now and is even having trouble staying in the floor due to various injuries, Ratliff can …

While soccer is my first love in terms of sporting codes, there is a very special place in my heart for cricket.
I really love cricket and as a South African I am relatively happy because my nation has a very good cricket squad.
With the exception of Australia, I think …

The Miami Heat waived long time guard/forward in the NBA Penny Hardaway to open a roster spot in signing Luke Jackson. Jackson played in the NBDL and was highly regarded when he first came into the NBA. He was a former first round selection by the Cleveland Cavaliers and …

Newly acquired Celtic guard James Posey is widely considered as one of the best defenders in the league at the two guard position. He is very agile for someone with his height. At six feet and seven inches tall, Posey has great speed and anticipation that makes him the …

My very earliest childhood memories of international football have a very prominent figure in the form of Paolo Maldini in their frontlines as Italian football was the order of the day when it came to our dose of international football in these parts of the world.
Italian football is what …

The greatest single spectacle in the world, otherwise commonly known as the FIFA World Cup, is a very big part of my life, as a serious soccer fanatic and my life just comes to a halt every four years as everything about me is centered around the World Cup.
It …

OK, I’ll admit it. I was wrong about the Minnesota Vikings. When they first started out, I figured they were overrated and made a mistake bringing Brett Favre out of retirement. But, I’m not convinced, even though they are better than
I thought, that they will hold up the entire …

I was reminded today just how wonderful the In-Car Audio offering by NASCAR to fans is. In-Car Audio is offered in a variety of ways, through NASCAR. It can be on its own or as part of other programs that give the fan information on a race …

Miami Heat Forward Alexander Johnson is one of my favorite players who hasn’t showed up yet. He is really quite talented and he also got the body to be a very versatile forward in the league. In short he has all the tools necessary to be a really good …

Whenever people talk about quarterbacks, longevity is one of the things that is considered. And, in Vinnie Testaverde’s case, you aren’t going to find many quarterbacks that have lasted longer.
Testaverde is the first overall pick of the 1987 draft. He’s been in the league for 20 years; something that …

I’m a huge fan of Cleveland Browns football coach Romeo Crennel for a few reasons. The first and foremost being because he’s a Virginia boy, just like me, the secoond being because he’s the real deal.
A lot of people think that you can’t be a coach in the National …

The Palms at Sanctuary Cove in Robina, Queensland, less than half an hour from the city center, is one of two courses in the property, the other being The Pines, a longer and tougher course where pro tournaments are played. The course is definitely upscale and charming, and …

I have been looking for a golf course that is in Calgary, not outside the city, and that is also appropriate for a beginner golfer like me-in other words, a golf course that has holes that are not too difficult, and one that is perhaps not going to attract …

My family loves to go camping. We go as often as we can every summer. As much as we like to grill out or cook over the camp fire while we are at the campsite, there are times when doing either just isn’t convenient. For this reason, we decided …

Paradise Poker is one of my favorite rooms to play, and I’ll tell you why…
First of all, Paradise Poker has extremely loose games; there are many rooms that share this feature, so it isn’t unique, but something particularly about Paradise Poker strikes me as particularly fun. I think it’s …

Yesterday Brasilia, Brazil was the arena of a football match between Brazil and Chile teams. The stadium, called “Mane Garrincha” - the name of an excellent and legendary brazilian football player, was completelly full, with about 45,000 expectators. The spectators were so educated and the city demonstrated a very …

Considering they won the AFC North title, you would think the Steelers would be a favorite to get past the first round of the playoffs and even surprise higher seeded teams.
I don�t think that�s the case. I think they were lucky to make it into the playoffs but …

Marcin Gortat who is a seven feet tall center for the Orlando Magic came from Poland and is highly regarded as a project for the team. He was drafted mainly for his height and the fact that in games where in the Magic scouted him overseas he has played …

The 15km Pursuit in Cross Country during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics was much more exciting than I had thought it would be. It’s somewhat of a marathon, and I’m not a big marathon fan. The difference is that this race is on skis, with beautiful scenery. …

When Bill Cowher retired from the NFL, Pittsburgh Steeler fans everywhere thought it was the end of the world. Who could do the job Cowher did? Who would do it? Well, the answer came from a guy who is just like coach Bill Cowher… Mike Tomlin. Mike Tomlin is …

Bo Outlaw has bounced around the league for quite some time now. I think his career really did start with the Orlando Magic for that Shaquille O’neal and Penny Hardaway era that they had. He was a vital player off the bench for that team. Since then he was …

To set the field for the annual Daytona 500, which is the official first race of every season, two short races are held. These are called the Gatorade Duels. The NASCAR 2009 Gatorade Duels were terrific races, each sixty laps, and each providing plenty of action.
My main …

Most people remember Brandon Stokley from the Indianapolis Colts where he was a great third receiver for Peyton Manning’s crucial offense. Since signing a contract with the Denver Broncos, Stokley is proving that it is more than Peyton Manning that made him a good receiver. With Jake Plummer throwing …

Now that the Ravens are in need of a head coach, let’s take a look at what the new guy in charge will inherit.
The Ravens are about 7 years removed from a Super Bowl title. The dominating defense that won them that title grew old and most of the …

If you enjoy the wonderful game of Golf and have a club head speed of less than 100 mph, you now have a ball that will give you the same performance as the Pros because you can compress it like they compress their golf balls!
Enter the Wilson Staff Fifty. …

I actually was an avid fan for Tayshaun Prince when he was playing in his collegiate days and i have to admit that i seriously doubted whether he will have an NBA career at all. His body frame was my concern since i highly doubted whether he can take …

Tonight’s race made me wish that it were next week already. As much as people whine and complain about the NASCAR Cup drivers racing against the up and comers in the Nationwide Series, I think it makes things much more interesting. Seeing only a handful of drivers pulling double …

It was 75 laps as always for the annual Bud Shootout that commences the racing action for those in NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series. Carl Edwards was on the pole, a result of a good draw in the Shootout Pole show. It’s not a technical accomplishment, but a …

After a couple years of playing disc golf, I decided that I really wanted to develop my overhand and sidearm game. Luckily, there is one disc by Innova that fits both of those niches quite nicely. The disc I’m talking about is the Firebird.
This disc …

I have watched Alex Shelley for a few years now, the first time I noticed him and actually paid attention was from his time spent in TNA Wrestling. Little did I know at the time this was hardly where he was used to the fullest of his potential, so …

Ever since the teams of the 90’s, the Buffalo Bills have struggled to have a winning season. With their mystique in question, they added a new quarterback to the fold. J.P. Losman, a 6 foot 2 quarterback out of Tulane university. He’s no Jim Kelly and the fans know …

Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart, alongside the likes of Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko and The Dynamite Kid Tommy Billington, is one of the greatest technical and mat based wrestlers I have EVER had the pleasure of watching. He was a man capable of making anyone look good in victory or …

Coach George Karl of the Denver Nuggets is one of the most discipline oriented coaches in the NBA. He has great defensive philosophy that he incorporates to each and every team that he has coached for. With the Nuggets though Karl has a team filled with superstars and really …

Reigning NBA finals MVP and a member of the world Champions Miami Heat, Dwayne Wade in three years has earned quick superstardom status. Unstoppable in offense and a slowly developing perimeter game makes him one of the permiere players in the league. His crossover moves coupled with lightning speed …

Former Denver Nuggets All-star Antonio Mcdyess who now dons the Detroit Pistons Jersey was one of those annointed as the next line of superstars that would carry the league for years to come. Unfortunately for Mcdyess, he injured his knee and was relegated to a lot of rehabilitation and …

Ever since I started playing tennis, I’ve always used my old twenty dollar tennis racket I got from a local sports outlet. But when my tennis addiction grew, along with the skill of my level of tennis playing, my cheap old racket began to feel weak and brittle. Starting …

When I think about the Carolina Panthers Steve Smith, I can only say he�s the ultimate over-achiever.
Smith came into the league as a third round draft pick. He probably would have been drafted higher but he�s only 5�9� and, somewhere down the line, the NFL started thinking receivers should …

The NASCAR 2009 Sprint Cup Race - Fontana didn’t end up quite the way I’d hoped, but it a was a good race. Matt Kenseth won his second race in a row, with Jeff Gordon coming in second. Kenseth’s pit crew got him out ahead of Gordon …