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John Jay Falls 2-1 to Somers
See Photos at End On Tuesday, October 14, John Jay traveled to Somers and crosstown rivalry was on everyone’s mind. So when the Wolves jumped out to an early 1-0 lead and the score held through the half, John Jay looked like they might go home bragging. But the elephants still had their tusks and came out in the second half with the ivory sharpened.
By Rich Monetti2 months ago in Unbalanced
Lions & Packers & Bears, Oh My!
This whole season has been insane, wild, and absolutely on all sorts of drugs. We've seen about a thousand things happen during the first 12 weeks of this campaign, and part of the madness includes the NFC North. Thankfully, this year has been better for me as a Packers fan than last year was, as while last year saw us with a good enough record to possibly win the division, there were two other teams in Thanos mode. Yikes.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 months ago in Unbalanced
Red Over White: The Unwritten Rule of North London
The North London Derby: A Clash of Faith and Fury Forget just a football match. When Arsenal meets Tottenham, the city holds its breath. This is the North London derby, a fixture forged in history, fueled by geography, and played with a unique, unbridled passion. It’s a battle for bragging rights, for supremacy, and for the very soul of the capital. For 90 minutes, the red half of North London screams for Arsenal F.C., while the white half defiantly backs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. The atmosphere is electric, the tension is palpable, and the stakes are always, without exception, sky-high. This isn't just another game on the calendar; it's a defining event in the lives of millions.
By Waqar Khan2 months ago in Unbalanced
Somers Comes Back for Senior Night 2-1 Win Over John Jay
See Photos and Video at End On Tuesday October 14, Somers hosted John Jay and winning the cross town rivalry game seemed like a great way to celebrate senior night. But the guests didn’t oblige and took a 1-0 lead into the second. So Somers countered with a spark.
By Rich Monetti2 months ago in Unbalanced
In Second Round, John Jay Loses Back and Forth at Panas
Scroll to end for Photos After upsetting Roosevelt in the first round of the Sectionals, Jon Jay took to the road again and hoped to break Panas over the bracket. A furious back and forth pace ensued but it was a six minute stretch in the second half that told the final tale.
By Rich Monetti2 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Puts up Good Fight in 35-20 Loss
See Photos at end of article After giving up in the neighborhood of 100 points in the last two games, John Jay fought to a respectable 14-7 halftime deficit versus Pelham on Friday October 24. The offenses acclimating in the second, one was just a little better than the other.
By Rich Monetti2 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Readies for Pleasantville with 1-0 Win over Byram Hills
See Photos at End On Tuesday October 28, John Jay hosted Byram Hills and Maye Viders knew one thing for sure. “Our defense is very strong. It’s one of the best in the league,” she said, and delivering on this night, one better was all it took to move on to the semis.
By Rich Monetti2 months ago in Unbalanced
The Hidden Cost of Glory: NFL Players and the Mental Toll of Fame. AI-Generated.
What Happens Beyond the Bright Lights and Cheering Crowds? When we watch an NFL game, we see power, speed, and heart-stopping action. We admire the athletes — the way they push past pain, the way they fight for every yard. But what most of us don’t see is the emotional battle these players face long after the stadium lights go out.
By duran lorena2 months ago in Unbalanced
112th Grey Cup Playoffs: Division Finals Recap
I've said this many times before, but I do love the last round before the final round in any sport, because when it gets to that round, things have become very real. In the NHL and NBA, it's the conference finals. In MLB, it's the League Championship Series. In the NFL, it's the Conference Championship, but north of the border in the Canadian Football League, it's the Division Finals. This year's Division Finals was interesting. Three of the four teams had long droughts and were looking to end them. A trip to Winnipeg was on the line for all four teams, and here's what took pace on Division Finals Saturday:
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 months ago in Unbalanced
Football’s Darkest Battle: What Happens When the Game Breaks You Before You Break Through. AI-Generated.
Football is a game of fire — passion, strength, adrenaline, and ambition. The world sees the full stadiums, the thunderous applause, the stunning goals, and the triumphant celebrations. But what the world doesn’t see, are the silent collapses, the sleepless nights, the crumbling mental health, and the way players — especially those at the top — crumble under the weight of expectations no one talks about.
By duran lorena2 months ago in Unbalanced
