I can’t decide whether I’m more or less interested in the NBA finals because of the teams that are playing—the Heat (team people love to hate) or Dallas (I hate all teams from Dallas).  

Shaquille O’Neal, the 15-time all-star, retires after 19 seasons in the NBA.  Shaq’s amazing athletic achievements fight for attention with his larger than life personality.  Today’s official announcement truly marks the end of an era.  I was 10 or 11 when he got drafted (first overall) by the Magic.  I don’t remember basketball without Shaq.  I grew … Continue reading →

I just talked about the Ravens and their murderers per locker room ratio…now there is talk that Plaxico Burress will join Michael Vick in Philly.  Ok, let’s make the jokes now.  Dog-fighting and shooting yourself in the leg (ok, technically a criminal weapons charge), but still.  These are the dumbest things you can do to … Continue reading →

So….it’s been a month or so since I’ve posted anything substantive, so as promised, I’ll start…this weekend.  Promise I’ll knock some of these out.  I know they’re outdated and no one wants to read about them anymore, but I have to do it—for my own peace of mind. 1. NFL draft 2. Gary Williams’ retirement/Maryland … Continue reading →