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EPL Gamblers

catfish — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:33:40 -0400

So I've followed the EPL for a few years & being a gambler I want to start betting a few games. This week, teams like Man City (bet $100 win $285) vs Chelsea & Aston Villa(+250) v Tottenham seem like good bets. Any advice or for that matter interest in a weekly EPL pick 'em.

Bionic athletes and the future of sports

catfish — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:41:37 -0400

A look at the future of sports -- a world where prosthetics can enhance athletic skill beyond current human capabilities:

STRAT-O-MATIC Anyone?

catfish — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:30:28 -0500

Sporting News is replaying the 1986 season with "celebrity" managers & it looks pretty cool. There are several games to choose from. Cost is $24.95. Minimum of 12 players. fantasygames.sportingnews.com

The Vintage Base Ball Federation

catfish — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 16:22:58 -0400

Vintage base ball is a fast growing sport (225 clubs from 32 states), which features amateur clubs adhering to the rules, uniforms, equipment and gentlemanly competitive play of baseball's 19th century roots.

Baseball's Particle Accelerator

catfish — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:08:18 -0400

The new technology that will change statistical analysis forever.

Long Distance Coaching is the Wave of the Future

catfish — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 11:17:26 -0400

"I'm not so sure that's not the better way to do it, and I've debated that," he said. "You can see so much more, you can do things," he said. "I tried not to interfere with the guys upstairs because they know what they're doing. But, every once in awhile, I'd drop a little note to them and say, 'Hope to get this,' or 'That corner's playing awfully tight.' "You're really a cheerleader most of the time down on the sideline. ... I enjoyed being upstairs, I really did. I sat down, had a nice time, had a cup of coffee. I felt like a newspaper guy. I was even able to watch television."

Bob Costas - Patrick Arnold Interview

catfish — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:19:11 -0400

For those without HBO. Originally aired on July 24, Bob Costas went in depth with Patrick Arnold - the key chemist and man behind "the clear" in the BALCO case.

Free Live Streams of Cricket World Cup

catfish — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 16:39:06 -0400

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Fantasy NASCAR

catfish — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 11:56:39 -0500

Over at yahoo. Group Name: spofi Password: spofi Daytona 500 deadline is Feb 18

All American Football League to launch in 2007

catfish — Thu, 27 Jul 2006 15:46:19 -0400

The League charter allows only those players who have both earned a 4-year degree and completed their college football eligibility to suit up and play in the League. The League teams will feature grads of their host university with other roster spots reserved for grads of conference schools which are not currently hosting a team. For some players, the All American Football League will be a stepping-stone into, or back into the NFL. For many, it will be a chance to continue playing football on the campus of their alma mater in front of the loyal and enthusiastic fan base that has grown to love them.

NCAA Fantasy Football

catfish — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 18:22:41 -0400

A live draft is set for Aug 4 at 830pm ET. It's free so sign up at cbssportsline.com. League name & password: spofi

Your university as a Simpson's character

catfish — Mon, 05 Jun 2006 14:14:33 -0400

6'2" v 7'2"

catfish — Thu, 15 Dec 2005 16:47:57 -0500

Ruiz vs. Beast from the East. Aluev is 43-0 and will be the tallest and heaviest champion of all time if he beats Ruiz (42-5-1) on Saturday night.

The Sixth Tool

catfish — Tue, 13 Dec 2005 15:48:30 -0500

A Pro Baseball Scout's rolling commentary that takes you on the road from city to city in a high stakes search for talent that will one day make it to the Big Show. (via deadspin)

Sins & Myths of the NFL

catfish — Wed, 30 Nov 2005 13:51:03 -0500

I hate linking to espin but this was a decent read, though Myth 5 is a bit of a reach.