Happy Presidents Day, America. As it is the holiday that salutes the men who have led this great nation of ours, we revisit this piece from April on the infamously awful Trump baseball career. Remember when former President Donald J. Trump claimed that he could have been a professional baseball player (in a 2010 interview with MTV)? And/or the time he said that he was the … [Read more...] about Trump Batted Only .138 in High School, New Book Details
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Taylor Swift Ignites MAGA Super Bowl Conspiracy Frenzy
Here is what is currently circulating in MAGA communication circles right now. They believe that this Super Bowl Sunday, Taylor Swift is going to perform at the halftime show, and during the set, she will endorse Joe Biden for President. Also, the NFL is not just complicit in this initiative- they are part of the cabal. … [Read more...] about Taylor Swift Ignites MAGA Super Bowl Conspiracy Frenzy
Dwyane Wade Expresses the Meaning of MLK Day
As today is MLK Day, the annual holiday that honors the late, great Dr. Martin Luther King, we revisit a past article, on Dwyane Wade from MLK weekend 2017 that embraces the spirit of what this day stands for. Chicago Bulls star Dwyane Wade addressed the crowd tonight prior to his team's contest against the New Orleans Pelicans. On this Martin Luther King Day weekend, Wade … [Read more...] about Dwyane Wade Expresses the Meaning of MLK Day
The Historical Link Between Satchel Paige and Martin Luther King
As today is MLK Day, the annual holiday that honors the late, great Dr. Martin Luther King, we revisit a past article, on Satchel Paige that embraces the spirit of what this day stands for. On Aug 29, 2013, the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s "I have a dream" speech, Keith Olbermann shared his thoughts on the connection between Dr. King’s oratory, his own … [Read more...] about The Historical Link Between Satchel Paige and Martin Luther King
Britney Spears is the Elvis Presley of Our Age
Editor's note: The feud between ex-lovers Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake is back in the news cycle today; as are some shocking revelations from Priscilla Presley about her late ex-husband, Elvis. So with that in mind, we re-publish this essay from early summer 2020...when there were no sports to speak of, because they were all cancelled by the pandemic! Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Britney Spears is the Elvis Presley of Our Age
How Bookmakers Fight the Fixed Matches
Some people believe that bookmakers are involved in match-fixing. However, it is wrong. Match fixing today is much more than just someone's desire to enrich themselves illegally. It is a severe problem for both the betting industry and sports in general. Let's find out how sportsbooks confront the organizers of unfair competitions. … [Read more...] about How Bookmakers Fight the Fixed Matches
Mo Salah Calls for Aid to Gaza, Reaches 225M on Social Media
Liverpool and Egypt winger Mo Salah is arguably the biggest footballer on Earth not named Messi or Ronaldo. His public platform is massive, as evidenced by the reach of his video calling for humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza. Two days ago, Salah spoke out about the current Israel-Hamas war, calling for the "massacres to stop." Salah urged world leaders to take … [Read more...] about Mo Salah Calls for Aid to Gaza, Reaches 225M on Social Media
Kirk Ferentz Responds Perfectly to News of Trump Attending Iowa-Iowa St.
Love or hate Kirk Ferentz, you have to give him this- he's great at deadpan. When it's time to say a lot by actually saying very little, Ferentz is phenomenal at it. His usually dry delivery and soft-spoken tone accentuates this principle even more. When it comes to former President Donald Trump, the best way to deal with him (as you would any seeking attention just for … [Read more...] about Kirk Ferentz Responds Perfectly to News of Trump Attending Iowa-Iowa St.