Liverpool head back to Istanbul next week after a 1-0 Euro League win that was broken open with a Mario Balotelli PK in the 85th minute. Sterling, Sturridge and Balotelli (seriously) look to all be back in form, so can the Reds keep up their momentum and send Gerrard off into the sunset with the team in… Continue reading Liverpool vs. Besiktas Recap and Reds vs. Saints Preview: The Reds Roundup for Feb 19, 2015
Takeaways from UNC vs. Duke
Wednesday night at Cameron Indoor Stadium, Duke squeaked out a thrilling 92-90 overtime win over UNC after closing regulation on an 11-2 run in a game that managed to exceed the always considerable levels of hype surrounding the rivalry. North Carolina kept the game within reach in the first half despite torrid shooting from the… Continue reading Takeaways from UNC vs. Duke
Russell Westbrook is the NBA’s Most Overlooked MVP Candidate
“I’ve always had to prove myself to people growing up. I had to show them that I could do this and I could do that and paying no mind to what critics said.” Embed from Getty Images While the former sentence doesn’t raise eyebrows, the latter half of Russell Westbrook’s second sentence describes his situation… Continue reading Russell Westbrook is the NBA’s Most Overlooked MVP Candidate
Forlan vs. Doyle: More than Just Goals
Earlier this week, Colorado Rapids’ VP of soccer operations, Paul Bravo, confirmed that his club had in fact considered signing Uruguayan forward Diego Forlan, but ultimately chose not to pursue the famed goal scorer. In the same breath, he gave a politic response when questioned about Colorado’s interest in Wolverhampton striker Kevin Doyle. Bravo stated… Continue reading Forlan vs. Doyle: More than Just Goals
And We’re Back: NBA Weekly Preview for Feb 19-22
After a fun and exciting all-star weekend in New York City, the NBA takes several days off to rest up, finish any trades, and gather themselves for the final run of 30 or so games. Once we come back, though, it’s a beautiful schedule, with some prime match ups that will start to determine who is… Continue reading And We’re Back: NBA Weekly Preview for Feb 19-22
Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
A repeat of last years matchup at the same stage, Madrid came in and drubbed Schalke 6-1 in the first leg finishing with a 9-2 win on aggregate. Things are a little different this year, though, and while the title-holders are still favorites, their injury woes and Schalke’s turnaround since October make this an interesting… Continue reading Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
Basel vs. Porto: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
After emerging from a group with Liverpool and Real Madrid, you might think Basel feel they have achieved their goals for this years campaign. They now face Porto, who many believe are the dark-horse this year, having completely rebuilt their team since they won the title just 5 years ago. FC Basel Embed from Getty Images… Continue reading Basel vs. Porto: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
“Failed to Qualify”- The debut NASCAR podcast
Welcome to “The Opening Lap.” The debut podcast. The 2015 season is underway with the Daytona 500. James & Matty talk shop about NASCAR. 2014 Season Review 2015 Season Preview- Who will make the chase in 2015?Daytona 500 Preview Katie & Heather stop by to talk mullets Fantasy preview for the upcoming week Is NASCAR… Continue reading “Failed to Qualify”- The debut NASCAR podcast
Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Bayern Munich: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
Many will look at this match as one of the more one-sided in the round, and it is quite possible that Bayern Munich will simply run wild over the Ukrainians. Consider for a moment, however, that Bayern do have some weakness and this is a Shakhtar team made up of 17 Brazilians who would love… Continue reading Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Bayern Munich: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
PSG vs. Chelsea: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview
Perhaps the most anticipated matchup of the round, this star-studded battle promises to eliminate one of the “favorites” at this early stage. Chelsea are currently hands-down the best team in the Premier League, while PSG are two points back in the Ligue 1 and seem to be lying in wait. Paris Saint-Germain http://gty.im/460259620 PSG has… Continue reading PSG vs. Chelsea: UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview