I know I’ve been absent and that my daily journal of marathon training fizzled out after roughly three days but there’s a logical explanation. First, the marathon journal was a dumb idea. I’m still training but after about two days, what the hell else could I say different? I ran today…THE END! The other thing…
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Hey everyone, the NHL lockout is over. Professional hockey is finally back. Although the Winter Classic and the All-Star game were cancelled, the league was able to salvage a 48-game season. We can finally stop following “virtual hockey.” Fans everywhere can celebrate that their favorite sport is…who am I kidding? How many of you actually…
Read MoreAs many of you may have already heard, once again tragedy has struck one of our nation’s most innocent symbols. The school shooting that took place at Sandy Hook elementary in Connecticut yesterday is becoming a far too common trend. My condolences go out to all of the families affected by this horrible incident. When…
Read MoreIt feels good to be back after such a long layoff. If you haven’t noticed, AREA 49 has gone through a bit of “redecorating”. While there are still some changes going on, I started to miss giving my unsolicited opinions. So, what better way to get back in the swing of things and to shake…
Read MoreI was reading an interesting article on FOX Sports this morning that mentioned some remarks given during an interview with Boston Celtics players Rajon Rondo and Ray Allen. Rondo stated that he had no interest, even if selected, to play for the U.S. Olympic basketball team. His reasoning: “I love my summers. I’ll leave it at…
Read MoreGrowing up, I was never much more than a casual hockey fan. I followed my hometown Philadelphia Flyers and supported them, but never watched more than a few minutes of a game. Although I’ve become more of an active fan in recent years, I have two distinct hockey memories from childhood. The first is Eric Lindros’…
Read MoreIn case you missed the announcement, which is possible since it was made the day before the Super Bowl, the 2012 Pro Football Hall of Fame class was announced. For now the 5th consecutive year, NFL all-time great wide receiver Cris Carter has not been selected for enshrinement in Canton. In addition, NFL & Raiders…
Read MoreThere are two certainties in life, death and taxes. In sports there is only one, injuries. Whether you sprain an ankle playing basketball or break your hand while boxing, at some point the stresses of your chosen sport will take a toll on your body. Unless the injury is completely debilitating such as a broken…
Read MoreI hope everyone had a great New Year’s celebration. 2012 is here and the best thing about New Year’s is that it’s a symbolic starting over point. It’s a new year, a new day, and a fresh start. Getting a fresh start also extends to the world of sports. We can ask ourselves once again,…
Read MoreAnyone who knows me knows that I live and die with the Niners. When I tell people this, I get the following questions: – “Aren’t you from Philly?” – “How did you become a Niners fan?” – “Have you even been to San Francisco?” My typical responses are: – “Yes, I am.” – “My uncle…
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