Northwestern announced their new Athletic Director yesterday, Dr. Derrick Gragg, the NCAA’s senior vice president for inclusion, education and community engagement. The former Eastern Michigan and Tulsa AD assumes his new position on July 1. Gragg has a long list of achievements, and his hire is very timely for a multitude of reasons, but perhaps of particular relevance and … [Read more...] about New Northwestern A.D. Derrick Gragg Helped Create Tulsa Legacy Game
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Northwestern A.D. Hire Met with Strong Backlash, Planned Protests
When it comes to the Northwestern Athletic Director position, post Dr. Jim Phillips, indeed what a long, strange trip it's been. After Philips left to become ACC Commissioner, the A.D. search received only a minimal amount of media coverage, and the school did a great job of keeping information from leaking out. And despite the search dragging on for multiple months, NU … [Read more...] about Northwestern A.D. Hire Met with Strong Backlash, Planned Protests
Interesting Facts About Nicotine You Probably Didn’t Know
Many people who smoke exert the extra effort to give up this habit because of various health implications. However, it can be quite challenging to do so, particularly if the body is already dependent on nicotine. This article lists down some interesting facts about nicotine that you probably didn’t know. … [Read more...] about Interesting Facts About Nicotine You Probably Didn’t Know
Ronaldo Rape Accuser Kathryn Mayorga Demanding £56M in Damages
Kathryn Mayorga, the woman accusing Cristiano Ronaldo of raping her in a Las Vegas hotel room in 2009 has now set a demands. According to court documents released this week, the former model and schoolteacher from Henderson, Nevada is seeking £56million ($77.4m, 64.5 EUR) in punitive damages. Ronaldo has strongly and consistently denied the serious allegations against him. … [Read more...] about Ronaldo Rape Accuser Kathryn Mayorga Demanding £56M in Damages
New Northwestern QB Ryan Hilinski Champions Mental Health Causes
What new Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Ryan Hilinski is involved with off the field truly transcends football. The South Carolina transfer lost his brother, former Washington State QB Tyler Hilinski, to suicide in early 2018. Ryan and the rest of the Hilinski family honors his memory by running and promoting Hilinski's Hope, a non-profit foundation focused on awareness … [Read more...] about New Northwestern QB Ryan Hilinski Champions Mental Health Causes
Cubs Detail COVID Safety Protocols at the Ballpark this Season
Are you ready to return to the Friendly Confines, Chicago Cubs fans? If so, you better stay safe, wear a mask and keep your social distancing up. Tomorrow is opening day at Wrigley Field, against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and weather wise, it's going to be a character builder. The forecast calls for an air temperature of right about freezing (33 degrees F) around the time of … [Read more...] about Cubs Detail COVID Safety Protocols at the Ballpark this Season
4 Cases Where Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer Is A Must
No one wishes for an injury or other tragedy to occur to them, but it does happen. There are times when there is a need to find a personal injury lawyer and other times when you must save that phone number for later. Let us take a look at four such circumstances: … [Read more...] about 4 Cases Where Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer Is A Must
Six Reasons Why Consulting A Legal Expert Is Necessary To Win Your Claim
There are so many different accidents or incidents which occur every year. All of these incidents can potentially lead to legal consequences and one party making a compensation claim against another. If you feel like you have grounds to claim compensation because of an accident or someone else’s negligence or misaction, you must speak to an experienced attorney. Far too many … [Read more...] about Six Reasons Why Consulting A Legal Expert Is Necessary To Win Your Claim
Lebron James Dunks on Zlatan Ibrahimovic for ‘Stick to Sports’ Bit
You knew Lebron James wasn't going to take a "stick to sports" or "just shut up and dribble" from Zlatan Ibrahmovic lying down. On Thursday, Ibrahimovic said in an interview that James should stay out of politics and not use his very large platform for social issues like he has been doing repeatedly, and beautifully. Ibrahmiovic said that people should only do what they're … [Read more...] about Lebron James Dunks on Zlatan Ibrahimovic for ‘Stick to Sports’ Bit
Juan Mata’s Social Movement Gets First MLS Ally in Chicago Fire
Common Goal, the social movement founded by Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata, has announced more American allies today. Common Goal was founded with the purpose of uniting the global football community against the greatest social challenge of our time- systemic racism. Given the rash of racist incidents in world football/soccer lately, there has been an even bigger … [Read more...] about Juan Mata’s Social Movement Gets First MLS Ally in Chicago Fire