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NBA Free Agency Vol. 1
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By Calder Amos-Wood8 years ago in Unbalanced
The True Meaning Behind Playing a Sport
Have you ever given as much dedication and commitment to a sport as much as you would give towards your job or family? Most likely not. Or maybe in today’s society you put all of that commitment towards your cell phone, or any other electronic devices. The problem is that not a lot of people understand the kind of dedication and commitment it takes to be a part of a sports team whether it’s high school, travel teams, club teams, or Division I, II, or III collegiate teams. I would know, since I’ve committed almost 11 years to playing softball. It is not a very easy thing to do, but it’s definitely worth it, especially with all that money you’ve put into trying out a new sport—well let’s be honest, all that money your parents have spent just for you to kick a ball into a pop-up net or hit a ball off of a tee! Committing to a sport means so much more than just showing up to practice every other week and being at some of the games. I believe that many people don’t know what it takes to be on a sports team and how much effort and time it takes out of your everyday life just to play a sport and I am going to share my story about how much dedication I have put towards playing softball.
By Anna8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Football Gear & Training Equipment for Quarterbacks in 2018. Top Story - July 2018.
For a quarterback to compete at a high level, it can be beneficial for them to invest in the best football gear & training equipment for their position. Being the most popular position in football, it can be difficult to earn it on the team. That's why existing or prospective quarterbacks should check out the training equipment and tools necessary to help them excel in this position. We've compiled a list of the best football gear & training equipment for quarterbacks to help them achieve success at this difficult, yet rewarding position.
By Connor Brighton8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Rated Football Helmets 2018
In 2011, Virginia Tech began assigning helmet ratings to new products on the market as a response to the growing concern for head injuries in various sports. The ratings are unbiased and completely independent from the influence of helmet manufacturers. The best rated football helmets will score highly on the Virginia Tech helmet ratings while also being comfortable and stylish. We've reviewed 10 of the top helmets to figure out which ones are great for impact protection while being something you can wear to any practice.
By Lenny Legman8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Football Shoulder Pads in 2018
A number of factors have to be considered when choosing the best football shoulder pads for game day and practice. Shoulder pads have to be somewhat lightweight so that a player isn't bogged down running while also being able to absorb hits and disperse force throughout them. Good gear helps make the best shutdown comebacks of all time happen. They should also offer a wide range of motion and flexibility so that players are not restricted when running or tackling. Below are 10 of the best football shoulder pads that offer both safety and comfort while playing.
By James Porterson8 years ago in Unbalanced
LeBron James Opts Out of His Contract
The free agency period inches closer. One of the biggest (if not the biggest) storylines of this year's free agency is LeBron James's decision. In fact, I will refer to this as the "LeBron James Summer." James's decision could potentially change the dynamic of the NBA. Whether he stays with the Cavaliers, or joins another team with another superstar, the NBA will be on notice.
By Davion Moore8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Football Training Equipment
No matter your position on the football field, finding the best football training equipment is essential to any athlete's success come game day. From speed training to agility drills, the selection of training gear is vital to getting all parts of your body ready. The training gear and training aids all athletes need to prepare their bodies for live action varies and all serve different purposes.
By George Herman8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Sports Podcasts of 2018
Podcasts have been blessing our ears for years. Instead of listening to talk radio and top 40 hits on our morning commute, we have the option to tune into our favorite broadcasters and experts throughout any genre – sports, comedy, mystery, storytelling, etc. You can stream or download various podcasts at home on your computer or anywhere on your phone via iTunes, Tunein and even Spotify.
By Salvador Lorenz8 years ago in Unbalanced
The NBA Offseason and What's Going Down
The NBA The greatest player of our generation has a big decision to make this Summer. After the Cavaliers's rather disappointing loss to the Warriors in the Finals, LeBron James is possibly looking for another uniform to suit up in next season as he enters Free Agency on July 1st. Heavy recruitment has come from the Philadelphia 76ers, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Houston Rockets. Rumor has it L.A is a favored choice, and as a side note, LeBron has recently built a new, very expensive home in L.A. This could mean something; it could not. Another factor in this movement could be the expressed wants of Kawhi Leonard to be moved to L.A from San Antonio, and rumors of OKC Thunder forward Paul George eyeing L.A. as a destination.
By Kolby Gourley8 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Baseball & Softball Bags
The best baseball & softball bags come in all sizes and colors, but they share a few things in common. We selected them based on a few categories, such as functionality, durability, and aesthetics. Whether you're shopping for a softball bag for your daughter's practices or need something to transport your college gear, we've listed the best bags for every person.
By James Porterson8 years ago in Unbalanced
Byram Hills Baseball Takes Section One Title in 4-3 Thriller Versus Rye
After Byram Hills went 1, 2, 3 in the first inning of yesterday’s Section One, Class A Final at Provident Bank Park, Bobcat starter Frank Vesuvio came out blazing fastballs against first seeded Rye. But he found himself behind 3-1 in the count to leadoff hitter and starting pitcher Tim DeGraw. The advantage had DeGraw teeing off on Vesuvio’s heater, which found the gap in left-center for a double.
By Rich Monetti8 years ago in Unbalanced
