
Friday, February 19, 2010
What Tiger's apology means to golf
Few people in the entire world will ever give a pubic apology in the magnitude as Tiger Woods did on February 19, 2010. In recent history, other than former President Clinton and Kobe Bryant's apologies for their indiscretions, the forum for this indiscretion apology was greater. Greater due to the number of women involved and the shattering of his seemingly perfect public image.
First of all, if Tiger was just another pro golfer and not "the" golfer, the story of this magnitude would not have taken place. Case in point, the troubles John Daly has had throughout his career, was not covered in the magnitude as Tiger. In fact, Daly's troubles are a part of his legacy and gives ordinary people a public figure they can relate to. What increased Tiger's notoriety is developing himself as an indestructible figure on the golf course and a role model for millions of kids and weekend warriors at our local greens. Not to mention the endorsement deals and his foundation helped to cement his status not just in Golf, but in any professional sport. It is rare one person in any industry has such an impact. In this case, the sport of golf is under the giant shadow of Tiger Woods. Case in point, I bet many of you can not name three players that are participating in the PGA's Accenture Match Play Championship (without guessing) or remember the winner on the same weekend as Tiger's apology. However Tiger's public apology will be remembered for years to come.
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
So who is to blame for this phenomenon of boys and men unfortunately wearing pants a few sizes too big?
Rappers and Rap Videos
It's too easy to blame Rappers and Rap Videos, however it is actually deeper than that. Boys and men in early rap videos had their pants up. You couldn't imagine Kool Moe Dee (pictured left) with those huge glasses and that tight leather outfit with his pants sagging. You might have been wondering what in the world Afrika Bambaataa (below) or Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five were wearing back then, but their pants were by in large fitting. If anything Hip Hop artists of today are mimicking popular culture. Very few Rap artists today provide innovation with their musicianship and style of dress (yes that's a personal opinion). It is more so duplication on what the perceived image of a Rap artist should be and what trends are popular. Many kids today who admire various Rappers do emulate their style. However not all Rap artists should be lumped in the "all pants size too big" category. Artists like Common and Q-Tip provide the uniqueness to their craft and do not appear to follow the pants sagging crowd.To read the entire article click here.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Men, you are looking like a fool with your pants on the ground, part one



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Thursday, February 4, 2010
What is next for Michael Vick
Michael Vick has completed his first year back in the NFL. He was a seldom used feature in the Philadelphia Eagles offense. Vick was used for gimmick plays mostly but occassionaly called on to throw the ball. Admittedly with Donovan McNabb on your team, almost anyone would be a backup quarterback. A far cry from his days in "Hotlanta" as the face of the Atlanta Falcons franchise and NFL jersey sales that were unrivaled. His run and gun style even drew fans who would normally not have watched the Falcons unless they were playing their favorite team. Many were just mesmerized at his ability and just watched the Falcons to see what he would do. During his heyday, Vick drew a lot of "haters" who believed in the "traditional" stand in the pocket style of quarterbacking.
Michael Vick was the star of the league and had a salary to commensurate his popularity. All of that changed when he was convicted and sent to prison for his involvement in horrible acts of dog fighting and animal cruelty. It was Vick's involvement that shed light on a "activity" that is normally reserved for the underground. For someone with a future as bright as Vick and to be caught up in a low level activity such as dog fighting, it was hard for many to grasp. Those who thought dog fighting wasn't a big deal suddenly realized how cruelly animals are treated and the involved illegal implications that can lead to time in prison.
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Your San Francisco Rumble is playing basketball to support efforts in Haiti

Our local team, the San Francisco Rumble, will play on three days of this event. The ABA teams that are participating are at the Richmond P.A.L. gym are:
San Francisco Rumble
Compton Cobras
Hawaii Pegasus
California Sea KingsHawaii Pegasus
Sacramento Heatwave
Clayton Showtime
Seattle Mountaineers
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Richmond High students and pro basketball teams collaborate for donations to benefit Haiti


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