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Lightning 11u Run Ends in the Finals
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below or send tip via venmo at @Rich-Monetti With two games stopped and resumed the next day, the 11u baseball team didn’t miss a beat in dodging the raindrops this week, according to their coach. “These boys are resilient. So they can play around the rain, and they can play around the mud,” said Jeremy Tubbs. “They’ll turn it on when they have to.” And the Lightning proved their coach’s words true.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
A Look at the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates
We are closing in on the month of September, which is the last full month of the MLB season, so I thought I'd get back on track with the stories centering on the most memorable championship runs in baseball history. Now, here's the thing. I normally don't reveal my original plans for stories, but originally, my next story under this theme was going to be about the 1985 Kansas City Royals. But a few days ago, I looked at the standings, and saw that a certain team had been slipping down in the postseason race, and I was quite heartbroken by this. I'm not a fan of this team, but they fascinate me; in fact, the way that the city's sports teams carry themselves fascinates me. So I decided to give the spotlight to that certain team: the Pittsburgh Pirates.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Nationwide Coils Moves Back into Playoff Position with 16-8 win over Level Gym
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below or send tip via venmo at @Rich-Monetti On Tuesday June 25, Nationwide Coils and Level Gym took the upper field at Reis Park and hoped to move up in the B-League standings. But the Coils were closer to the top at 3-6 and already have their eyes on the postseason. “We’re hoping to get in the playoffs and go from there,” said Manager Joe Tubiolo. So they didn’t stand still, and by game’s end, Nationwide was back in the final spot.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
"1.4 Billion People, Only 6 Medals: The Startling Truth Behind India's Olympic Struggles"
As the global audience marveled at the grandeur of the Paris Olympics, India's performance remained a solemn reminder of unrealized potential. Despite a population of 1.4 billion, India managed to secure just six medals, a stark imbalance that echoes through the realm of Indian sports. This disheartening outcome begs the question: Why, with such immense human resources and talent, does India repeatedly falter on the Olympic stage? Here, we dissect the complex factors that continue to undermine India's athletic prowess, shining a light on the hurdles the nation faces.
By David Snamabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Defense Wins in Bobo’s 7-2 Victory Over Level Up
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below or send tip via venmo at @Rich-Monetti On Wednesday July 24, Bobo’s Cafe faced Level Up Fitness, and early in the game manager Steven D'Ambrosio the most significant difference between the top division and the rest. “We play defense in this league,” he said after one of many great plays by both teams, and his centerfielder started the procession.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
How Difficult is it to Three-Peat?
It's been said that it's hard to win one championship, and it is. However, winning that big one is an amazing feat. Winning back-to-back, that's even better. I've seen my share of back-to-back defending champions in sports, and that's a big moment to enter the season having been on top for two years straight. Of course, winning back-to-back is called a repeat. If a third one follows, we have the iconic "three-peat."
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Luis Gil Biography: New York Yankees Stats
Luis Gil is a professional baseball pitcher from the Dominican Republic, known for his powerful fastball and impressive strikeout ability. Born on June 3, 1998, in Azua, Dominican Republic, Gil has emerged as one of the promising young talents in Major League Baseball (MLB).
By atheletestoriesabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Stating the Obvious: The Chicago White Sox SUCK!
Today's Vocal sports story is brought to you by the letters W, T, and F. Seriously, what the hell happened to the Chicago White Sox?! I have been considering writing about this team for a while, because, well, all of this needs to be stated. I was waiting for the right time to address this. One plan involved writing this once this team reached loss #100. The other, addressing this if their losing streak reached 20 games. I didn't think the other option would happen, even though the streak reached 19. Surely, this team wouldn't lose 20 in a row, right?
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
