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“One More Time”
So, a little background. I’m a pretty clumsy person. I seem to always end up breaking bones or tearing ligaments. I’m also pretty stubborn when it comes to sitting out in sports. Now you're wondering what that has to do with anything, but it will be useful when you read this. So, when I was back in elementary school, we went on a ski trip every year from third grade until you went to high school. In my eighth-grade year, I was at the ski resort and originally been snowboarding (had to be different from everybody). I switched to ski’s an hour before we had to leave so I could go down the same mountain as my friends. Now, remember, this wasn’t my first year skiing. I was going to go in for a drink and snack, but my friend begged me to go one more time.
By Allison Tucker7 years ago in Unbalanced
Lee Morris Is Oklahoma's Unheralded TD Tycoon
It seems Sooner Nation is ecstatic about the talent Oklahoma has on the offensive side of the football—as they should be. CeeDee Lamb is a contender for the 2019 Biletnikoff Award. Grant Calcaterra had an unforgettable one-handed TD against Texas. Charleston Rambo provided a glimpse of hope against Alabama. Jadon Haselwood, Theo Wease, and Trejan Bridges are among the most talented incoming freshmen in the country (Austin Stogner was also one of the most highly coveted tight ends in the 2019 recruiting cycle); to say nothing of Mykel Jones (2016) and Jaquayln Crawford (2018), who were highly touted four star recruits in their respective cycles. Someone is missing though ... Oh yeah, the former walk-on, no-star recruit, Lee Morris.
By Ryan Kennedy7 years ago in Unbalanced
What D'Angelo Russell's Rise Means for the Brooklyn Nets
If any team has caught the attention of the National Basketball Association, along with its fanbase, the Brooklyn Nets are definitely one of them. After the all-star break, they find themselves in the middle of a rather tight playoff race at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. They have been playing well this season, bringing an intensity to every game. Usually, that intensity they play with is what pushes them over the edge and allows them to win these games. Another reason could be the career year being put together by their all-star point guard D'Angelo Russell. But with big decisions regarding their cap room, Russell's rise gives the Nets more questions than answers.
By William Ricks7 years ago in Unbalanced
How #ZionsShoe Could Change Sports Branding Forever
It was a "pop" heard, seen and talked about around the world. Suddenly, the sports world came to a halt because in perhaps the biggest game of the year, college basketball's biggest star—well, his shoe basically "exploded!"
By David Wyld7 years ago in Unbalanced
Why Paul George Could Actually Be This Year's MVP
Russ was fouled out, it was double overtime, and time was low. Paul George was against Joe Ingles and made a decisive move to the basket. Stepping through Ingles and Ricky Rubio, George floated the ball over 7-footer Rudy Gobert and sinks the game-winning shot. It was then that I knew. He could become the MVP of the NBA. In a year where Giannis is dunking in the NBA, and Harden is frying his foes into a chef special, PG-13 is playing like he is a man on a mission in a gritty rated-R film. And after the all-star break, Paul George now has an understanding of his role in OKC and has the perfect star teammate in Russell Westbrook. And with the when peaking at the right time is crucial to winning, George is hitting his peak, right on time.
By William Ricks7 years ago in Unbalanced
How to Improve Your Jump Shot
Although I am a huge fan of basketball, at 5'9" and with a vertical jump of a penguin, I'm not necessarily a "menace" on the court. However, I have managed to alter that stigma recently, thanks to a much-improved jump shot. In fact, if it wasn't for my jump shot, I probably wouldn't be able to stay on the court. Now that people have to play up on my shot, I can make up for my lack of athleticism/handles. When you're not the tallest person on the court, having a solid jump shot is a gamechanger.
By Timothy Kohut7 years ago in Unbalanced
Guess Who Just Received the Highest Free-Agent Player Contract in the History of the MLB?
So I'm sitting here in my makeshift office/bedroom trying to make a dime or two for me and my lovely wife, and what do I happen to read in the Wall Street Journal but this - Manny Machado is now the recipient of the largest-ever free agent deal in the history of that great North American sport we call baseball. Manny who? Manny freakin' Machado, that's who!
By Vaden Chandler7 years ago in Unbalanced
WWE Elimination Chamber Review: Sasha Banks & Bailey Become the First Ever Women’s Tag-Team Champions!!
History was made at the Elimination Chamber. Sasha Banks and Bailey, known as “The Boss & Hug Connection,” became the first ever Women’s Tag-Team champions!!
By Michael Reynoso7 years ago in Unbalanced
Things You Might Need to Understand About Color Guard
When people ask, do you start off with telling them you’re in marching band or do you jump straight in with explaining that you’re in color guard? There are so many people that as soon as those two words fall from your lips, they get a glazed look of confusion in their eyes. Personally, I always explained it as performing along side the band on the field. I think it took my parents a good two years to truly understand what I was doing everyday after school and on Saturdays.
By Cheyenne Seyferth7 years ago in Unbalanced
Why Terence Crawford Beats Errol Spence Jr
Even though this fight is still years in the making, discussions have been popping up about the potential matchup. I'm here to speak for the Terence Crawford side of the field, and why he can beat the so-called "Boogie Man" of the 147-pound division.
By Jeffrey Fontanos7 years ago in Unbalanced
Antonio Brown Bids Farewell
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been a team that has been under the microscope during the 2018 season. After an ongoing contract battle with their former starting running back, Le'Veon Bell, the Steelers locker room began to crumble into pieces. For the first time in years, members of the media were able to walk out of the Heinz field locker room with quotes full of emotions and opinions that were voiced about the team’s current condition. Head Coach Mike Tomlin was put in a temporary hot seat multiples times throughout the season due to the way the team was conducting themselves before the first game even begun. After their week one tie with the Cleveland Browns was etched into the stat books, football enthusiast across the league immediately picked up on the problems brewing in the steel city.
By Thuurd .I7 years ago in Unbalanced
