if the 30 NBA teams were kids in your high school
Some people can play music by ear. Some people can draw. Some people can solve complex mathematical equations. I can do this. I can effortlessly metaphorically transpose sports franchises to […]
Category Archives: basketball
throwing sports under the bus
I think I’m guilty of cynicism driven by high expectations. I woke up on the war path this morning. Pretty much pissed off before I ever rolled out of bed. […]
the titanic was big, too
I’m not claiming an original thought here. Anyone who a) walked into Cowboys Stadium on Thursday as the four participating teams prepared for the start of the NCAA Tournament South […]
not mad at it
For the first time in my sportswriting career, I had the chance to cover the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament last weekend in Austin. I’ve reported on plenty of […]
we wish you a merry march madness
All day on Wednesday, I told almost everyone I encountered that it was Christmas Eve. That’s how it felt to me. That’s how it always feels to me on the […]
subtle, early signs of madness
Just checked the college basketball menu for things that are scheduled to appear on my television tonight. I’m pretty excited about it. Mount St. Mary’s vs. LIU Brooklyn in the […]
respect your elders
I love college basketball. More than college football, more than NFL football, more than baseball and, obviously, anything else you could put on this list of sports. And when I […]
killer crossover
My house has been a recording studio this week as my friend Brian Patterson has been recording an EP. I’m trying to promote my house as 310 Sound Studio (Waco, […]
are the in-laws coming to town? is that good or bad?
September 5, 2012 — Every so often, an analogy occurs to me that I love. Today, with the Dallas Cowboys playing the New York Giants in the NFL season opener, […]
be true to your school
August 17, 2012 — Wednesday’s mention of Christian Laettner in the “Who would you rather (be)” blog prompted a good conversation with my friend and possible recurring character on The […]
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