The Hornets' Nostalgia Honeymoon
Nostalgia is a powerful force, and many pro sports teams rely on it to generate interest. The Charlotte Hornets' name change is a perfect example of this effect, as their fan base is jubilant over the...
View ArticlePost-Rice: NFL And Domestic Violence
There's no doubt that since TMZ released the in-elevator tape of Ray Rice in September, domestic violence has been a bigger part of our national conversation. It's up to all of us -- the NFL, the...
View ArticleNo Easy Narrative
In a story on ESPN and an interview with The Today Show, Janay Rice has spoken out about the ordeal she's gone through ever since her husband struck her in an Atlantic City casino last year. We have...
View ArticleNew NFL Conduct Policy Still Flawed
On Wednesday, the NFL finally revealed this new policy that is supposed to help uphold the integrity of the league. While only time will tell whether or not it is effective, it currently comes across...
View ArticleThe 10 Sportswomen Of 2014
At the end of every year, sports publications highlight the sportsmen of the year. But those lists often overlook the accomplishments of female athletes and difference-makers in sports. Here are the 10...
View ArticleThe NFL's Cheerleading Trailblazer
For years, NFL cheerleaders have been mistreated but that's all changing thanks to Lacy, a Raiderette who knew that she deserved better than a tentative $125-per-game fee to be paid in a lump sum at...
View ArticleThe Freewheelin' Cam Newton
The Panthers are in the playoffs thanks to Cam Newton. Somehow, despite the worst season of his career and a particularly eventful month both on and off the field, the quarterback has emerged better...
View ArticleSerena's Far From Satisfied
With 18 Grand Slam singles titles, Serena Williams has nothing left to prove. But at the age of 33, she's far from satisfied and now begins her chase for Steffi Graf's record 22 Slams.
View ArticleKeys to the Future of U.S. Tennis
When you watch Madison Keys play tennis well, it's hard to imagine her doing anything else. She looks like she was born to play the game. It's possible that Keys could beat both Williams sisters at the...
View ArticleCan One Ad Make a Difference?
A 30-second No More PSA will be the first Super Bowl commercial in history that addresses domestic violence and sexual assault. It's a chilling, powerful message -- allowing us to hear the voice of a...
View ArticleSerena Forgives, But Doesn't Forget
As Serena Williams prepares to return to Indian Wells for the first time since winning the tournament in front of a hostile crowd in 2001, we shouldn't forget about what happened. We should listen to...
View ArticleNorth Carolina Mourns Dean Smith
For those who grew up in North Carolina, Dean Smith was a coaching legend, sure, but for us he was so much more than that -- he was a leader, a mentor, an icon, and an integral part of who we were as a...
View ArticleLogano Wins Amid Controversies
Joey Logano became the second-youngest driver in history to win the Daytona 500, bringing some light into a dark week for NASCAR, which is reeling from controversies surrounding qualifying changes,...
View ArticleDuke Has Questions To Answer
Duke's Rasheed Sulaimon was dismissed from the team in January -- the first time Mike Krzyzewski has dismissed a player. Now, Duke's student newspaper reports that Sulaimon faces sexual assault...
View Article7 Things to Know About Davidson
In the NCAA tournament, No. 10 seeds usually don't get much fanfare in the lead-up. But this year, everyone seems to be talking about Davidson, and it doesn't even have anything to do with alum Stephen...
View ArticleFive Reasons Not to Hate Duke
I've watched a lot of college basketball this season, and this Duke team is very, very good. They're poised for an incredibly deep run in the tournament, so here are five reasons not to be upset by...
View ArticleUNC's Emotional Tournament Run
Throughout the regular season, the UNC Tar Heels have lacked toughness, consistency and common sense. But North Carolina has always had talent, and that, along with Roy Williams' leadership, is...
View ArticleAll Eyes On Nigel Hayes
While Frank Kaminsky won the AP Player of the Year award on Friday, and Sam Dekker has been Wisconsin's MVP of the tournament so far, it's Nigel Hayes who has generated the most headlines for the...
View ArticleUConn's Dynasty of Domination
Connecticut won its third straight women's basketball national title on Tuesday night, beating Notre Dame 63-53. It is the 10th championship for coach Geno Auriemma, and it's the type of dominance that...
View ArticleMasters Day 1 Takeaways
The first round of the Masters is in the books, with 21-year-old Jordan Spieth taking a three-shot lead into Friday after shooting an 8-under 64, flirting with a course record. From Spieth to a full...
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