By Paul Gotham It's one thing to lose - make sure you don't lose twice. Sage advice shared by many a coach. In the past, the suggestion of such words offered perspective for young athletes. Losing a single contest should serve as an opportunity for learning. One needs to make sure to not lose respect through such a process - respect for the opponent, respect for the … [Read more...] about What Now Coach ‘Refuse To Lose’?
Archives for August 2009
Open Thread Thursday 8/20
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NBA Splinters | August 19th, 1979
By Paul Gotham A Kermit And A Kunnert Are Better Than A Pain In The Foot Looking to recapture the magic that led them to 1977 NBA title, Portland general manager, Stu Inman, sent the disgruntled Bill Walton south to San Diego. In return, the Clippers shuffled the embattled Kermit Washington along with Kevin Kunnert. Since leading Blazermania over the Philadelphia 76ers … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | August 19th, 1979
Nothing Foul About It
By Bill Ribas This week, the wife and kids are far south on vacation, and the world is my oyster, that is, as much of an oyster that Rochester can offer. A scan of Freetime showed a Monday Red Wings game with a 12:05 start. I checked my wide open calendar, weighed my options, and at roughly 11:45 was barreling down 490 West en route to Frontier Field. I realized the … [Read more...] about Nothing Foul About It
Performance Of The Week 8/10-8/16
Another week and we have another great performance by a Boston Red Sox opponent. Last week, the Bronx Bombers earned recognition. The nomination caused some confusion on the Pine. This week, Justin Verlander of the Detroit Tigers grabs the honors. Verlander struck out eight and walked one in eight shutout innings as the boys from Motown downed the Sox 2-0. The Old … [Read more...] about Performance Of The Week 8/10-8/16