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Let’s talk a little more about Scottie Scheffler because I feel I didn’t get enough off my chest in my latest “Scottie wins Masters (again) but doesn’t draw ratings” post. I don’t so much want to talk about Scheffler’s dominance Continue reading Scottie Scheffler, Part Deux: “Gambling” on the Champ
I made the mistake of turning on the internet Monday morning to gauge public reaction to Scottie Scheffler’s running away with the Masters. I should have known better. The 27-year-old had just solidified his role as the world’s greatest golfer, Continue reading Our unfounded beef with Scottie Scheffler
Communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. Not only talking but listening. I’ve got this friend from whom I beg quality talk and yet, crickets. This time around, it cost us both. You know just who I’m talking about Continue reading Akshay Bhatia and the Importance of Communication
When you think of the times and places throughout history where sports and politics have intertwined, the first images that come to mind are probably presidents throwing out ceremonial first pitches at baseball season openers, or commanders-in-chiefs quipping one-liners while Continue reading Book Review: Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency by Chris Cillizza
For ultimate sports weekend, Part One, click here. For ultimate sports weekend, Part Two, click here. Monday morning came bright and early. The drive from Charlotte to Augusta takes a little over two hours, especially when those driving are running Continue reading The ultimate sports weekend, Part Three
Day Two came and went with a round of golf during the day and a night out in historic downtown Charlotte where, amongst bars full of Carolina fans, we watched the South Carolina women’s basketball team suffer their first and Continue reading The ultimate sports weekend, Part Two
The trip had been planned months in advance, my excursion to golf’s mecca, Augusta National, with the three best friends that anyone could have. All we needed to do was win the admissions lottery. Tickets to the Masters Tournament are Continue reading The ultimate sports weekend, Part One
It was the best of Sundays, it was the worst of Sundays. Waking up to bacon, cinnamon rolls and fresh-brewed coffee in bed is never a bad thing, especially when the hearty meal accompanies a day chock full of championship Continue reading Lightning hits Augusta, misses Columbus altogether
Sunday morning came early for us late night bar-workers and ball-wagerers. Having missed the opportunity to place my annual – and let’s be honest – required Augusta future, I looked at the final round leaderboard and thought I’d take a Continue reading Placing my bets on love… and Sergio
Jordan Spieth won the 2015 Masters tournament with a dominant performance from start to finish at Augusta to win his first major at just 21 years old. The American, who finished joint-second on his debut in the prestigious event last Continue reading The Masters: A Review
