From Chance to Change: How “Little Ol’ Clemson” has Changed the Game

As you all know by now, SportsChump is a website of the people, by the people and for the people.  In the past, I have asked countless dozens of you to participate, comment and share your experiences as sports fans. Continue reading From Chance to Change: How “Little Ol’ Clemson” has Changed the Game

That other team from New Orleans

“Don’t you know me, I’m your native son.  I’m the train they call the City of New Orleans.  I’ll be gone 500 miles when the day is done.” -Arlo Guthrie   DJ Arthritic Semitic woke up at the Waldo Compound Continue reading That other team from New Orleans

The evolution of a problem

I am thoroughly disappointed by the events that led to the outcome of yesterday’s game. Getting to the Super Bowl is incredibly difficult to do and takes such an unbelievable commitment from a team and support from its fans. No Continue reading The evolution of a problem

Kevin Durant, James Harden behind in All-Star voting… and rightfully so

The latest NBA All-Star voting shows Kevin Durant and James Harden, two perennial league favorites, on the outside of that starting lineup looking in. Shocked?  You shouldn’t be because this year, that can only mean that fans are finally paying Continue reading Kevin Durant, James Harden behind in All-Star voting… and rightfully so

Things I learned from reading “Basketball: A Love Story” – Part One: Bill Russell and the Rochester Royals

Malcom Gladwell coined the term “tipping point” which refers to a point in time where a certain specific event changes the course of history.  One such decision came on April 30, 1956 in Rochester, New York of all places.  Two Continue reading Things I learned from reading “Basketball: A Love Story” – Part One: Bill Russell and the Rochester Royals

Making sense of the Hatriots

It’s the playoffs and if you’re an inquisitive mind like me (and if you’re also looking for a good tip), you have a tendency to ask people who they like this weekend. If you’re not interested in football, you’ve probably Continue reading Making sense of the Hatriots

Bruce Arians hired, Tampa Bay skeptical

In 2008, Tampa Bay hired a man named Barry Melrose to coach their beloved hockey team.  That experiment lasted only 16 games.  Fortunately, it wasn’t long afterwards that the organization found the man they wanted in Jon Cooper, who has Continue reading Bruce Arians hired, Tampa Bay skeptical

SportsChump’s First Ever Playoff Football Eliminator (Free to enter: win fabulous prizes)

I’m going to keep this simple as possible as our playoff clock is ticking. Welcome, one and all, to SportsChump’s first ever NFL (and college) playoff eliminator!!! The rules are easy to follow but please pay attention as THEY WILL Continue reading SportsChump’s First Ever Playoff Football Eliminator (Free to enter: win fabulous prizes)