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Is it me or does 43 points not seem like much of a task anymore? I have seen so many 40 point performances in the past 10 years, I have essentially become desensitized to them . It's great to see that the game is slowly getting back to the high scoring NBA it once was. But essentially it takes the excitement out of a dominant performance.

Dude shoots better than a tea bagger at town hall meeting!

Dude shoots better than a tea bagger at a town hall meeting!

I am not trying to say it's easy to score points 40 points. Scoring that many points in the NBA, is harder than trying to find a women in West Hollywood. There is much less emphasis put on good defense these days. Plus the standard of talent in the league is overwhelming. Basically unless you can fly like Superman, or have the height and athleticism of Sudanese teen on steroids - you better have a crossover to shake the earth, or a jump shot as accurate as Cupid!

Can anybody say, Dominate?

Regardless of how the game has changed, I still love watching. Seeing Al Jefferson fight hard to pull down a record setting 26 Rebs in Houston, only to have his spirit crushed by Aaron Brooks (43 points - career high) - is why I still pay the cable bill!

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Hockey News Roundup

December 5th 2009 04:27

Hockey News Roundup

Some hockey news you wouldn't read just anywhere...

Winnipeg Blue Bombers fans are calling for the resignation of president and CEO Lyle Bauer. A recent Sun poll asked fans who they blame for the Bombers' dismal season, and fingers were pointed firmly at Bauer (not Mike Kelly, as expected!). Is it time for a change of management?

The death of Grade Eight hockey player Evan Frustaglio has put junior hockey into the spotlight. The boy died from the H1N1 influenza after playing in a London, Ontario hockey tournament over the weekend.

Frustaglio's league (the GTHL) has reportedly engaged in very public and rigorous efforts to up sanitation since the boy's death. And so you'd expect - the reputation of the youth league is at stake.

Media outlets have been eager to link this H1N1 death (the 30th in Ontario) to sanitary conditions in hockey outlets.

Olympics opinions have started flying around. ESPN.com's John Buccigross has given his pick for the lineups of both Team USA and Team Canada in the leadup to the Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Buccigross piece (Like 'em or not, My Olympic hockey selections) urges that the underrated Steven Stamkos be included, though he says 'no decision will match not putting Crosby on the 2006 Canadian Olympics team'. Ouch!

The love-it-or-hate-it list has attracted more than 100 comments.

A second 'Bauer' is making news. Equipment giant Bauer Hockey have just released the video for their Vapor X:60 stick, which is creating buzz around the web.

Bauer have a history of innovation - in 1927 they were the first company to begin producing hockey skates in which the blade was attached to the boot. They were also one of the first companies to embrace celebrity endorsement, paying superstar Bobby Hull to promote their products long before Nike had even heard of Tiger Woods.

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Spring Carnival Tipping Competition 2009

October 12th 2009 02:27

Just a note about Sportsbet's tipping competition for 2009.

Tipping comps are a grand Spring Carnival tradition and every year the big sports betting companies trip over themselves to offer the most cash and the best prizes!

Sportsbet have emerged as a firm favourite this year. Punters who join the Sportsbet celebrations will share in more than $85,000 in extra cash and prizes, awarded based on a points system.

The beauty of these comps is that you don't have to win (that is, your horse doesn't have to be first over the line) to earn cash. Accumulate points in every race and be rewarded at the end of the day for good racing instincts.

Of course it wouldn't be gambling if the biggest rewards didn't go to the best. The best tipster of spring wins a luxury Malaysian holiday valued at $12,000.

Sportsbet's ad campaign (see below) for their tipping competition premieres this week.

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Crimson Tide too strong for Hokies

September 6th 2009 16:06

The Sam Bradford injury stole the spotlight today, but I was more intrigued by the battle in the Georgia Dome. After a lucky start by the Hokies, Alabama proved the Crimson Tide is more of a force than we expected.

Alabama had a horrible start to the game. Settling for field goals twice inside the Hokies own 20. To top that off, they allowed a 98 yard kick-off return, an interception at the 14 yard line and a missed filed goal from the 36 yard line at the end of the half. Luck seemed to be on the Hokies side, seeing as the Alabama D-line were making sure Tyrod Taylor was non-existent the entire game.

After the half the Bama offense decided it was their turn to do some work. Ingram played like the superstar we expected, finishing the game with 150 yards with only 26 carries. Despite being picked off in the first half, McElroy dusted of the self pity and put in work. McElroy finished the game with 230 yards, displaying more confidence in his arm and his receivers.

Sorry, we are just too good!

Had Ryan Williams not carried the load for the Hokies offense, this game would have been extremely one-sided. Ryan had 71 yards rushing for 2 touchdowns. Ryans was also the Hokies leading receiver with 42 yards. Although most analysts had picked Alabama to win this game, I don't think anyone expected the Hokies offense to be so out of it.

Alabama were clearly the better team. Especially after the half. Both offense and defense were clicking nicely, making Bama totally unstoppable. The Hokies can not rely on Taylor to always make plays with his feet. Although Taylor is a superb athlete, he is no Mike Vick. The Hokies Coaching squad need to have more faith in his pocket play. Today the weaknesses in the offensive balance were evident. The bright spot was that Ryan Williams proved that the 'irreplaceable' Darren Evans, can actually be replaced. Unfortunately for the Hokies, Bama came to play!

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What about TJ?

September 4th 2009 16:01

At what stage of the off season did the Vikings organization forget they already had a capable QB? Granted Brett Favre is one of the greatest to ever play the game. But we all know that he is no longer at his peak. Frankly his play the past couple of years was dismal in comparison to the dominant Favre of old. He still has the canon arm, and the experience of 10 starting QB's. But he doesn't have the instincts he used to have, or the accuracy he once displayed (precisely hitting receivers 50 yards from scrimmage). Brett Favre is no longer, Brett Favre. In his defense he is still better than 50% of the QB's in the league. But he is no longer a threat to defenses, he is just average. The Vikings have now put themselves in a situation where they have destroyed the swagger of a potential star, only to put their hopes in a declining legend.

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Not so Gentle on Ben?

September 3rd 2009 17:52

After years being heralded as on of the greatest team in sports. The stream of championships and wins ended, with the retirement of MJ and the 'Zen Masters' departure 1999. The end of the dynasty was inevitable. The Bulls quickly became one of the worst teams in the NBA. Since 1999, it just seems that they have been making more bad decisions than a teenager on crack. Drafting kids instead of certified college ballers, and hiring coaches who have less experience than a kid out of high school. The best decision they made since then (apart from drafting Elton Brand) was drafting Ben Gordon 3rd overall, in the 2004 NBA Draft. Not only was Ben Gordon an NBA ready player, but he added a potential 20 - 40pts a game each and every night (something the bulls haven't had since, well since Mike and Scottie). In his first season Ben Gordon became the first rookie to win the NBA Sixth Man Award. He was the perfect compliment to fan favorite Kirk Hinrich.

Peas in a Pod!

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B-Easy on the kid!

September 1st 2009 12:42

It goes without saying that people have issues! It is normal for someone to ponder life and death when they go through hard times. It doesn't make it particularly easy when you are in the spotlight, and your problems become a topic for public discussion. It doesn't help that the media (including bloggers like ME) make a big deal out of what athletes do in their personal lives. Frankly, we shouldn't judge! I can't say that I am not a culprit of the being judgmental at times. But I do understand that it is important to try and help, rather than reiterate the issue at hand.

What more do I need to do?

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No tweetin', unless you are done competin'!

September 1st 2009 10:22

NFL has banned the use of social media during games. Apparently use of social media before and after games is allowed, but during - prohibited. Which I think is fair! Social media has clearly become an important part of society, helping us all stay connected. I thoroughly enjoy reading the banter between Baron Davis and Steve Nash. And I find Shaq's outrageous tweets, overly entertaining. Mostly, I love hearing about trades and signings before most of the general public. Social media has given those of us who are technologically inclined, the 'inside scoop' so to speak.

Banning Tweets for Athletes

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Mephis might have 'The Answer'

August 31st 2009 18:22

A few days ago, I was informed that the Grizzlies were interested in signing Allen Iverson. Firstly the information that was given to me, came from A.I's Twitter page. Not to say that Twitter isn't a reliable source of information, but I have my doubts about whether or not A.I is just playing games with us. I have heard a lot of outlandish statements and claims on Twitter, and I can safely say 80% of them were total B.S! I promised I wouldn't blog about it, but all doubts aside, what if this were actually to happen? We all know the Memphis Grizzlies could use Iverson!

The Next Generation

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Eagles Vick = Superbowl?

August 28th 2009 16:32

Mike Vick is back! The most exciting moment in the NFL since Brett Favre's 1 millionth comeback. But without sounding really gay right now, he looks great and in shape. It really seems like he is back to where he used to be. Yet, he seemed so much more focused than the Vick of old. I'm guessing close to 2 years in the slammer, and public humiliation had something to do with it.

Since day one I have been a big Mike Vick supporter. I remember when people went mad with rage on Draft Day 2001, after the Falcons selected Vick 1st overall. People were furious claiming, 'You can't draft a scrambling QB's, that is blasphemy, he just a show pony,' (Just ask Charlie Ward how hard it is to shake that stereotype). But the 3 time Pro Bowler shut them up quickly, being selected to the Pro Bowl his first season with the Falcons. Not to mention being the only QB in history to rush for over 1,000 yards and throw for over 1,000 yards in one season (Coincidentally being just beaten by LT in MVP votes that year, whom the chargers basically traded Vick for in the 2001 draft). Regardless of how long it has been since he has played, an Athlete is an Athlete. Michael Dwyane Vick is an Athlete, there is nothing else he could have been. God blessed him with abilities that others can only dream of having. Including the fact that he actually knows what it is to be a winner. With that combination, you have yourself a Pro Bowl QB. So how could anybody doubt he would be back in the NFL

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