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Archives for February 2015

Basketball Gods grace Chris Collins; smite Iowa Hawkeyes

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Finally, the "basketball gods" have smiled upon Chris Collins and his Northwestern basketball program. "I'm a believer in the basketball gods, I got that from Coach K, there's basketball gods and sometimes the basketball gods are really harsh to you; and sometimes they can be good to you when you deserve it." "I really feel that shot by Uthoff [to send the game to … [Read more...] about Basketball Gods grace Chris Collins; smite Iowa Hawkeyes

VIDEO: John Wall gives RG III advice on how to deal with hate

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Washington Wizards franchise player John Wall sat down for an extended interview with Hot 97 in New York City. The in-depth interview occurred on the birthday of Washington Quarterback Robert Griffin III. Wall had some advice for RG III on how to deal with all the haterade. And as we all know, Griffin has received a ton of criticism lately. … [Read more...] about VIDEO: John Wall gives RG III advice on how to deal with hate

Former Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood will likely lead Aston Villa

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Tim Sherwood was often confident during his public appearances while he held the managerial position at White Hart Lane. Sometimes he was too glib for Tottenham Hotspur. But maybe he's a better fit for a smaller club like Aston Villa. Tim Sherwood has emerged as the overwhelming favorite to replace Paul Lambert and take over the Villans. Sports book Paddy Power has Tim … [Read more...] about Former Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood will likely lead Aston Villa

America is ready for Jon Stewart to replace Brian Williams

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In 2006, New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd penned a cover article for Rolling Stone entitled "America's Anchors." It featured Jon Stewart and Steven Colbert in a sentiment that was much less ironic than you might think. Back then, the idea of Stewart and Colbert being a primary source of trusted news seemed a bit novel, and perhaps a bit too progressive for some … [Read more...] about America is ready for Jon Stewart to replace Brian Williams

Robin van Persie stopped by police en route to training

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Manchester United have moved up back to third in the Premier League, partially due to the heroics of Robin van Persie on Wednesday night as the Red Devils won at home versus Burnley by the score of three to one. Van Persie scored the third goal on a penalty kick. All was well that evening on the pitch, but the next morning Van Persie encountered some drama off the pitch. … [Read more...] about Robin van Persie stopped by police en route to training

Predicted Manchester United starting XI vs Preston North End

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Louis van Gaal held his weekly press conference this morning previewing Manchester United’s away trip to Preston North End for the next round of the FA Cup. United are now the overwhelming favorites to win the world’s oldest football tournament, but Van Gaal was the recipient of some criticism from club legend Paul Scholes. Here’s how he responded. Next we move on to the … [Read more...] about Predicted Manchester United starting XI vs Preston North End