Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Unbalanced.
10 Things We Learned from Djokovic & Federer’s Epic Match
History was made between two of the all-time greats in Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. At Wimbledon, their match was destined for both men and neither of them disappoint. From start to finish, both Novak and Roger were going head-to-head for five sets in a five hour span.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
A Sport That Needs to Be Clean
Professional boxing has often had the reputation of being a dirty sport. Movies like Requiem For A Heavyweight (1962) and The Harder They Fall (1956) have depicted questionable practices in the sport. They were not far off the mark. Unfortunately, some amateur boxing programs are guilty of indulging in the same practices. This should not be so.
By Hillari Hunter7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA: Paul George Shocks the World by Joining Clippers with Kawhi Leonard
Welcome NBA fans! We didn’t see this coming. In a shocking turn of events, Kawhi Leonard is taking his talents to Hollywood. He finally announced his decision after 2:00 AM in the morning, and chose the Los Angeles Clippers. According to EPSN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Kawhi agreed to sign a four year, $142 million-dollar contract with the Clippers.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
Part II : Rye High School Athletes to Remember
Rye Field Hockey Follows the Passion of Its Captain Emma Brinkman Rye's Emma Brinkman does't deem it necessary to hide behind the rugged facade of team captain when it comes to getting clubbed by a field hockey stick. "It hurts a lot," she said. So shedding a tear is fine. This, just as long as they are in step with the passion she brings, and they are ready to proceed in the direction her leadership can take them.
By Rich Monetti7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA: Kyrie Irving Chose Brooklyn to “Play at Home”
Welcome NBA fans! Kyrie Irving is a member of the Brooklyn Nets. Irving will be joining his close friends, Kevin Durant and DeAndre Jordan in Brooklyn. There has to be a reason why Kyrie and his friends are teaming up together. Maybe they wanted to be closer to their loved ones and enjoy playing for each other.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA Free Agency: Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, & DeAndre Jordan Sign with Brooklyn Nets
Welcome NBA fans! In a remarkable turn of events on the first day of free agency, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN "confirmed" that Kevin Durant (signs a 4-year $164 million deal), Kyrie Irving, and DeAndre Jordan will sign with the Brooklyn Nets.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
What Kind of Player Do You Think Kawhi Leonard Is?
On Monday, June 17, an estimated 1.5 million Raptor die-hards packed into the streets of “the 6” to celebrate the city’s first ever NBA championship. Toronto fans were not only there to celebrate their first ever NBA Championship, but the city’s first title in over 25 years. Many laughed at the idea of Toronto dethroning Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and the other great players that made up the Golden State Warriors; but, as we now know, Kawhi and Toronto got the last laugh. For his contribution, it's shocking to hear many people questioning others, "What kind of player do you think Kawhi Leonard is?" Still, this is an important question, and one that should be addressed before considering his impact on NBA Finals, as well as his future in the NBA as a whole.
By Kyle Finkel7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA: Kevin Durant ‘Reportedly’ Sells His California Home and Bought One in New York
Welcome NBA fans! Kevin Durant is his own man. Durant doesn’t need any team to recruit him and being persuaded to join a team. Furthermore, Durant wants to join a team that fits his personality. What Kevin needs is a team like the Brooklyn Nets that embodies basketball in its “purest form.” This team can provide a “drama free” zone where you can only focus on just playing basketball.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
The Sooners Will Be Good on Offense, But Will Not Win Championships Without Defense
This past bowl season we watched the Oklahoma Sooners lose to the Alabama Crimson Tide in the National Championship Semi-final game. This game was unique, because Oklahoma had Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray leading the nation's highest-scoring offense against Alabama, who had one of the most powerful and balanced offenses ever at Alabama under coach Nick Saban with Tua Tagovailoa as quarterback with the one of the nation's best defenses backing him up.
By A.J. Jones7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA: LeBron James Is Giving Anthony Davis His No. 23 Jersey
Welcome NBA fans! Everything is going well for the Los Angeles Lakers. They acquired a legitimate top five superstar in Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans. Then, the Lakers traded their remaining players to the Washington Wizards to clear more cap space. As a result, the Lakers now have $32 million in cap space to work with, which is genius from Rob Pelinka.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
NBA Rumor: Klay Thompson “Considers” Clippers if Not Offered Max from Warriors
Welcome NBA fans! It is not even July yet and there have been tons of moves happening as of late. The latest saga involves Kevin Durant either getting a max offer from the Warriors or leaving them for good. In Klay Thompson’s case, he is counting the days until free agency begins to get a max offer from his franchise.
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
Bartitsu: The Original Mixed Martial Art
Who would win in a fight? It's a conversation we've all had at one point in time or another. A heavyweight boxer against a judo master? An Olympic wrestler versus a Brazilian Jujitsu fighter? Obama in a cage match with Mitt Romney? Batman versus Superman? We want the answers to these questions.
By Neal Litherland7 years ago in Unbalanced
