Author: Mikesportz
The New York Giants did not meet expectations last season, one year removed from a promising playoff year with Daniel Jones at the controls of Coach Brian Daboll’s offense. In response, General Manager Joe Schoen shared a surprising Patrick Mahomes comparison to Jones that has NFL fans talking nationwide. The Giants news came amid interest in free agent Xavien Howard that is heating up. Three candidates for being cut on the Giants’ roster were also revealed ahead of fall training camp. The Giants have plenty of optimism for this upcoming season, but it all starts with Jones and the health…
Filming has started in Liverpool for a new BBC TV crime drama set in the city. This City is Ours is the story of Michael, played by Liverpudlian James Nelson-Joyce, a man who for all of his adult life has been involved in organised crime, working for his friend and the gang leader Ronnie Phelan, played by Sean Bean. When Ronnie begins to hint at retirement, Michael too begins to imagine another life. The eight-part series will be filmed over 14 weeks and is part-funded by the Liverpool Film Office through its Liverpool City Region (LCR) Production Fund. Head of…
The field at the Men’s College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, has been whittled down to two: No. 3 Texas A&Mand No. 1 Tennessee. With each team winning on Wednesday, both the Aggies and Volunteers advanced to the best-of-three series, where a national champion will be crowned. Game 1 is Saturday. Tennessee now boasts an impressive 58-12 record on the season and is the first No. 1 national seed to advance to the championship series since 2009. The Vols lead the nation with 178 home runs and are the first team in Division-I history to have five players with 20…
The Las Vegas Aces are one of the top teams in the WNBA. Head coach Becky Hammon has led the team to two WNBA Championships in a row. Hammon was recently asked to weight in on the ongoing discourse related to the Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rivalry. Coach Hammon did not pull any punches when discussing the rivalry. Here’s what Hammon had to say during yesterday’s press conference. “[Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese] are really super skilled,” Hammon said. “They are fun to watch. And they jaw at each other… Nobody talks more crap than Caitlin too… Let em’ go. They’re…
The Lakers give an aging star a generous contract extension that ensures he will retire in their uniform. The Lakers know this contract will restrict their ability to win a championship, but they give it to him anyway. Sure enough, from the moment this contract is signed, the team endures six consecutive losing seasons, including one containing the fewest wins in Laker history. This was the final impact of the Kobe Bryant era.
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and Chicago Sky standout Angel Reese are set to team up for the first time, uniting their talents. However, the two will need to put their on-court rivalry aside for the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game. The rookie duo headlines the roster, which was released Tuesday. Clark, who recently downplayed the rivalry narrative between her and Reese, hopes the pairing is not a distraction for the All-Star weekend in July. “I don’t think I’ve ever been her teammate before, even with USA Basketball or anything like that,” Clark said, via Matthew Byrne. “So I know people are…
The San Francisco 49ers made an extremely underrated move during NFL free agency this offseason, signing veteran linebacker De’Vondre Campbell. Campbell has been a huge part of the Green Bay Packers’ defense in recent years and has produced like a star. He has had some injury issues, but when he has been on the field he has been dominant. Now, a part of the 49ers, Campbell is ready for a fresh chapter. He is excited to be a part of the San Francisco defense and has long admired the defensive scheme. San Francisco 49ers LB De’Vondre Campbell Drops Bold Take…
Caitlin Clark, one of the most promising talents in women’s basketball, has recently been suspended for violating WNBA rules. This development has sent shockwaves through the league, given Clark’s rising stardom and her critical role in the Indiana Fever’s lineup. The specifics of the rule violation have not been fully disclosed, but sources indicate that it pertains to a breach of league conduct policies. Clark, who has garnered significant attention for her scoring ability and on-court leadership, has now found herself in the midst of controversy. The WNBA, known for its strict adherence to conduct standards, took swift action upon…
Michelle Obama has some thoughts about how to succeed in politics. The former first lady is not a fan of politics in general or certain politicians in particular, she makes clear in her blockbuster memoir, Becoming. The political process is messy and the costs were high for her family, her personal life, her professional ambitions.
Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clarkcontinues to be a huge attraction for the WNBA, with fans and media keenly watching her every move on the court. While the 22-year-old appears unphased by the attention and pressure she faces while playing, there is something that Clark does have to battle through from time to time.