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September 10, 2015

Remembering 50 Years of the Super Bowl

At the end of this NFL season is the 50th iteration of the big championship game. This is a great time to remember the last 50 years. Herein I will focus on a few different types of the most noteworthy Super Bowls to happen. Whether it was the best shellacking, most competitive games, or noteworthy for some other reason, be sure that I’ll include it on this list. Super Bowl III: NY Jets 16 – 7 Baltimore Colts This game wasn’t a great game outside of the context, so let me set it up for you. The AFL, little brother…

September 7, 2015

The history of fantasy sports

The history of fantasy sports is an interesting one, as it has grown from a fun thing to do with your pals on the weekend to a serious business that some folks even make a living doing full time. To understand how we got to where we are now, let’s start at its origins and go from there… Post WWII: Some guys in Oakland decided to make their golf viewing experience a bit spicier… Looking to inject a spot of excitement into what is ordinarily a sedate spot to watch, Oakland businessman Wilfred Winkenbach created fantasy golf for him and…

August 18, 2015

Can American Pharoah Be Beat at the Breeder’s Cup?

American Pharoah is the first horse racing Triple Crown Winner since 1978. This accomplishment is one of the most lauded accomplishments in sports and now all eyes look toward the 2015 Breeder’s Cup to see if this wunderkind can continue his racing dominance. According to officials at the Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, KY, the October 30-31 race is sold out in anticipation of what may be the most historic race of all-time. No Triple Crown winner has appeared at this prestigious event, as the Breeder’s Cup debuted in 1984, six years after the last horse Affirmed took the title.…

May 30, 2015

MLB All Star 2015 Fanfest and Game Schedule

The Major League Baseball All Star Game and its festivities are the stuff of dreams for baseball fans young and old. The game and festivities will take place over a five-day period from July 10th to July 14th. Here are some things to look out for and attractions that might intrigue you as a fan. Home Run Contest Fans young and old enjoy the home run contest. The younger audience loves seeing the ball fly over the fence while the older and more seasoned fans enjoy the pure, powerful swings. The field has not been chosen yet, but it will…

May 11, 2015

The Ultimate Bucket List for the True Sports Fan

Do you love sports more than friends, family, and significant others? It’s okay if the answer is yes. If you’re like most devout sports fans, you don’t only want to watch regular games. You want to enjoy legendary events that will make you the envy of your friends. Here’s a list of seven events that should make the bucket list for the true sports fan. Wimbledon Image via Flickr by Roller Coaster Philosophy Come for the strawberries and cream and stay for the greatest tennis tournament in the world. A trip to Wimbledon means that you get to rub…

April 23, 2015

German sports cars vs Italian sports cars

by Falcon_33 If you were to pit German sports cars vs Italian sports cars by putting them through their paces around a ring of concrete, which nation’s automobiles would you back to win the race? Let’s take a look. The Germans hold the blue corner with the Porsche, Mercedes, BMW and Audi. The former of which is certainly the most obvious choice when it comes down to the typical brute strength of the German sports car. A fiery little number and not afraid to pull punches from all four wheels, the 911 can rise to the occasion on any terrain. Also in the German…

April 10, 2015

The Rugby World Cup

The Rugby World Cup is a very exciting time in the sports world and many will be flocking to this tournament to see the man’s sport being played. The big five teams in the world will all be playing against each other to earn the title of Rugby World Cup champion. These teams are excited to be traveling from all over the world. The top five teams are traveling from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Wales and England to play in this tournament. The games begin on September 18, 2015 and end October 30, 2015 with all games being held…

March 22, 2015

Major sport championships shaping up to make spring 2015 an exciting one

Alongside with the jam packed calendar in the fall, the spring is among the best times of year to be a sports fan. With elite-level football (soccer), hockey and basketball all having major championship drives at this time of year, there will be many story lines to follow. Here’s what to expect in the months ahead as these major sport championships unfold… Football/Soccer: UEFA Champions League With the round of 16 already in the books, the annual showdown that pits the best professional football teams in Europe against each other in search of the best team is only beginning to…

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