Super Rugby – A brief history of the competition
Super Rugby refers to the largest professional rugby union in the southern hemisphere. This was not a one-time foundation, but Super Rugby builds on a number of old traditions that began with the 1986 South Pacific Championship. Achieving a stable, stable championship format proved difficult, but over time it...
February 15 and 16, 2006 – Analysis of the games before the All Star Break
Wednesday (2/15) Heat@Magic: This should easily be the more closely contested of the two games between Miami and Orlando. Shaq returns to Orlando, but that’s been done before. What will be interesting to see is how Grant Hill handles his first consecutive game since he returned, and it’s the...
The coolest sneakers make a statement
Show me someone who has invested in high quality athletic shoes and I’ll show you someone who has upped their game. For every job or leisure activity, there is the right tool and equipment that can offer supreme comfort and help achieve true performance. When asked what features the...
Amazing facts about Mexico and Mexicans
Did you know… Mexico City has 27 World Heritage Sites. It has more World Heritage sites than Australia (17), Brazil (18), Canada (14), Egypt (7), Greece (17), Peru (10), Japan (14) and the United States (20). Some of the wonders of Mexico are the Historic Town of Guanajuato, the...
42 – Hitchhiker’s Guide to Science Fiction’s Favorite Number – Tribute to the Late Douglas Adams
When Rafa Nadall beat Roger Federer last July in the longest final in Wimbledon history, he became the first Spaniard to win a grass-court major in 42 years. This feels Spain in full celebration mode. It also caused great consternation among Federer fans who were about to witness a...
quarterback drills
I was talking to a major college football recruiter and asked what they look for in a high school quarterback. He Said 4 Things! The first thing they look for in a quarterback is mental and physical strength. The second thing they look for is QB footwork. The third...
Cornwall Royal Grad end season 18 in professional hockey
John began his career in the Ontario Hockey League in 1988-89 with the Cornwall Royals. He played four seasons with the Royals and in his second season with the club he won the Max Kaminsky Trophy for the OHL’s top defenseman. That season he scored 38 goals and 97...
NFL Week 4 Betting Angles
It’s no secret that Week 4 of the NFL preseason is almost as meaningless as Week 1. The goal is to stay healthy, watch the kids, and decide who to cut. Remember, the mandatory roster cut goes from 75 players this week to just 53 on Sunday. Coaches want...
Fight for Freedom, Part 2: The Impact of Women’s Movements in the United States
This is the second part of a three-part series examining the history of women’s movements in the United States and their impact on American society. In the first part, we examined the conditions that led to the various women’s movements. This story continues to evolve in the 19th century...
Organized or DIY karaoke party?
A karaoke party hosted by a professional DJ can be a real treat and give you the chance to enjoy the party yourself. It will definitely reduce your stress level to handle the night. However, saving money and do-it-yourself party planning might be your only option. Usually the two...