Author: Mikesportz
For the past several weeks, the most controversial topic in track and field has been who can rightfully claim the title of the fastest man in the world. Is it the reigning Olympic or world champion? Is it the current world leader? Is it the world record holder? The truth is that each of those questions has its own title. Typically, the general consensus is that the fastest man in the world is the reigning champion from the Olympics or outdoor world championships. There is no rule book that officially states this definition, so much of the discourse has come…
The wait to see your favorite athletes in action is almost over. In five days, the world’s fastest and strongest track and field athletes will face off for Olympic gold. The journey to Paris was difficult beyond imagination for many competitors. From dealing with injury to being unsponsored, every athlete has a story that makes this moment special for them. The track and field portion of the Olympics will begin on August 1st, kicking off with the race walk. Here is a guide that takes you through a few of the most exciting match-ups to tune into
Tony Vitello announced the coming back of Kirby Connell to Tennessee baseball in a different way in 2025 There’s little doubt that former Tennessee Vols hurler Kirby Connell is going to go down as one of the most memorable pitchers in Tennessee baseball history. The mustachioed left hander was a key piece of the bullpen on the Vols’ first-ever national championship squad. His mustache is unrivaled in collegiate athletics. It earned him one of the greatest nicknames of all time. Now, Vol fans will be able to continue to get a glimpse of the legendary facial style in 2025 and…
The winner of the award is likely to be one of Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese or IndianaFever guard Caitlin Clark. ‘House of Highlights’ asked a number of NBAplayers, including Brown, for their thoughts on who they would choose as the league’s Rookie of the Year. Brown and fellow NBA star Immanuel Quickley both believe that Reese should be the choice for ROY. They’re not alone – with other prominent basketball figures like South Carolina coach Dawn Staley and USC star Juju Watkins backing Reese to win the award.
Coco Gauff beat Germany’s Laura Siegemund 3-6, 6-2, 6-4 in her first match of the 2023 US Open. Throughout the match, Gauff expressed frustration with her opponent’s time-wasting antics. Barack and Michelle Obama commended the 19-year-old for speaking out when they chatted after the match. Coco Gauff was visibly fuming after her opponent’s controversial delay tactics resulted in a contentious, nearly 3-hour thriller for her first match of the 2023 US Open. But just before she was prepared to share her frustrations with the media late Monday night, she got a surprise visit from President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle…
The 49ers traded former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance after the rookie season that Brock Purdy had. A year later, Purdy is being talked about as potentially becoming one of the NFL’s highest-paid quarterbacks a year from now after the two seasons he has had. Purdy helped the 49ers to the NFC Championship Game in the 2022 season before an ulnar collateral ligament tear in his right elbow early in the loss to the Eagles. Last season, the 49ers made it to the Super Bowl, where they lost to the Chiefs. The 49ers are sold on Purdy as their…
A WINNING UPDATE: As noted in Saturday’s game preview, Friday night was the 20th time the Cubs have lost the first game of a series this year. By winning Saturday, the Cubs are now 12-8 in second games of those 20 series. AND ABOUT THOSE THIRD GAMES: The Cubs are 9-11 in third games of three-game series after they have split the first two. They have gone 2-8 after starting out 7-3. They are 2-7 after losing, then winning in the first two games. They are 4-6 in rubber games on the road and have lost the last four, since…
The Boston Red Sox’s offense could get a power boost in the next few days. Boston has been great this year — despite a recent cold stretch after the All-Star break — and has performed well above expectations. The Red Sox have the means to get more deals done over the next few days and already have made two. The Red Sox’s biggest need over the next few days certainly is a right-handed bat and The Athletic’s Jim Bowden called a tradefor Miami Marlins All-Star slugger Josh Bell “possible” ahead of the July 30th Major League Baseball trade deadline. “He’s…
With the trade deadline right around the corner, some reports have indicated the Chicago Cubs are finally resigning to the fact they are going to be sellers. Following expectations they would be competing for an NL Central title this season, it has not worked out that way. They find themselves sitting last in the division and six games out of the final Wild Card spot entering Sunday’s contest. The Cubs have the ability to trade away multiple assets and get back a haul in this market. Jameson Taillon is generating tons of interest around the league after putting together a…
Beloved TV judge Frank Caprio rings bell after final radiation treatment amid pancreatic cancer battle Beloved TV judge Frank Caprio “rang the bell” to a standing ovation following his final radiation treatment only 7 months after he revealed he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.