When Lilly Biagini made her first basketball shot on a regulation hoop, it was a big deal. Typically, a ten-year-old making a hoop is fairly commonplace – in fact, most kids can make baskets well before that age. But, in Lilly’s case, it’s a very different situation. Overcoming an Obstacle When California fires burned down […]
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March Madness Terms: Understanding The Big Dance
Understanding March Madness terms will help you talk conversationally with most basketball fans. The NCAA Basketball Tournament is a big deal. The annual, three-week NCAA Division I Basketball Tournament accounts for over 85% of the NCAA’s annual revenues. It’s estimated that some $9 billion are wagered on the event. The hotels in Las Vegas are […]
Stephen Curry: 17 Reasons he’s a Superstar
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors is believed by many to be the greatest shooter that the NBA has ever seen. Besides being a three-time NBA All-Star, he won the 2015 NBA MVP. Stephen also referred to as “Steph”, holds the record for most consecutive games with a three-pointer. It is an NBA record […]
Jimmy Valvano: Don’t Give Up
Jimmy Valvano and his “Don’t Give Up” speech at the ESPYs became an instant classic. Previously, he was best known as the first NC State men’s basketball coach who upset heavily favored Houston in the 1983 NCAA Championship. Now, he’s probably just as famous for this ESPYs speech. Jimmy Valvano at the ESPYs After NC […]
The Brad Stevens Interview
As head coach for Butler’s basketball program, Brad Stevens has been on a roll. Taking over the program in April of 2007, he led the team to a 30 win season in his first year. Stevens broke the NCAA record for most wins in his first 3 years. Last year, Stevens coached Butler to the […]
Jumbotron dancer energizes Celtics’ crowd
When a Jumbotron dancer makes the news, you know it must be something special! NBA action is fantastic! Earlier this year, Boston Celtics fan Jeremy Fry was caught on the Jumbotron during a delay in-game action dancing enthusiastically to Bon Jovi’s “Living on a Prayer.” His lip-synching dance routine drove the crowd crazy. It reminded […]