Michael Wilbon, sports columnist for the Washington Post and co-host of the popular ESPN show, “Pardon the Interruption,” will speak at Northwestern University’s 152nd Commencement on June 18 at Ryan Field. Wilbon will replace CNN correspondent Christiane Amanpour, who originally was scheduled to speak but will be out of the country on assignment at that time. Wilbon, a … [Read more...] about Michael Wilbon to do Northwestern’s Graduation Speech
Archives for May 2010
Kendall Gill to sing Wrigley Field 7th inning stretch
By Paul M. Banks It's the time of year again- Illini Day at Wrigley, which typically draws more than 1,000 Illini fans to the Friendly Confines. The even often sells out within a nanosecond of tickets being released. This year, the event has a special guest. … [Read more...] about Kendall Gill to sing Wrigley Field 7th inning stretch
Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of commonalities and bonds between the two warring factions. Here are a few ties that bind: … [Read more...] about Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of trends and numbers to monitor. Here's a look at how these guys got here, and what streaks to keep your eye on during the series: … [Read more...] about NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
Sport of Wiffleball getting overdue Cinematic Attention
By Paul M. Banks There's been so many great sports movie over the years, but no one directed the great American wiffleball film. Until now, or at least in short film format. "Wiffleball '79" co-directed by Perry Jenkins and Travis Kurtz is about 5 minutes long and was shot in 16mm. I have to admit it is the greatest short film about wiffleball that I've watched online in my … [Read more...] about Sport of Wiffleball getting overdue Cinematic Attention
How to Fix the Mess Known as the Warriors
By: David Kay ’09-’10 Season in Review: The Warriors were, well for a lack of a better phrase, the typical Warriors. They scored a bunch of points but allowed even more resulting in another horrid losing season. Injuries once again took a toll on this team as they used an astonishing 49 different starting line-ups, two more than the year before. Monta Ellis, Kelenna … [Read more...] about How to Fix the Mess Known as the Warriors
Luke Ridnour flourished in Milwaukee Bucks system, should be resigned
By Jake McCormick Two things were always guaranteed when 2009-10 Milwaukee Bucks backup point guard Luke Ridnour checked into a game: He was going to be a Red Bull for the offense, and would drain at least two jumpers 15-20 feet from the basket in the process. … [Read more...] about Luke Ridnour flourished in Milwaukee Bucks system, should be resigned
Utah Jazz Steady Going Nowhere
By Paul M. Banks You’ve heard the term “NBA hell” before? It describes a franchise just good enough to make the playoffs every year, but never get past the first round. Teams like this are also not bad enough to qualify for the lottery, and possibly win the chance to land a franchise player. This is where the Utah Jazz reside; sort of. They’re a 53 win team with a … [Read more...] about Utah Jazz Steady Going Nowhere
1st site to have all 4 Major sport Mock Drafts
By Paul M. Banks In 18 days the month of June will begin. Three of the four major sport drafts are held during this month. Yes, I know the NHL is only considered a "major sport" in the upper Midwest and the northeast. Still we have THE BEST NFL and NBA Mock Drafts you'll find on an independently run, non-mainstream media sports website. I've got my top MLB guy working on … [Read more...] about 1st site to have all 4 Major sport Mock Drafts
Online Grassroots movement to bring LeBron to Bulls
By Paul M. Banks It looks like Cleveland's days in the NBA Playoffs are coming to a close; and perhaps shortly thereafter King James holding court in Cleveland. So what chance do the Chicago Bulls have of landing superstar LeBron James? A new website has sprung up for the sole purpose of trying to land him. Special thanks to "Pippen Ain't Easy," one of my all-time favorite … [Read more...] about Online Grassroots movement to bring LeBron to Bulls