Peter Malnati took home the Valspar Championship after finishing 12 under in what was his first PGA Tour title in nine years. Malnati started the final day two strokes behind Keith Mitchell, who was the leader after 54 holes. Malnati’s four-under final round was good enough to put him two shots ahead of runner-up Cameron Young. The win at the Valspar Championship earned Peter Malnati an invite to The Masters for the first time in his career. After the victory, Malnati will surpass his career-best Official Golf Ranking of 143rd. He is currently the 184th-ranked player in the world. Peter…
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Soccer has it’s history of all-time greats. In fútbol, as they call it, there is a reason why events such as the World Cup are admired by sports fans worldwide. One iconic player who stepped foot onto the soccer field was none other than the late-great Pelé. Pelé’s Early Life http://gty.im/497013601 According to Biography.com, João Ramos, better known as “Dondinho,” struggled to earn a living as a soccer player, and Pelé grew up in poverty. Regardless, Pelé developed a rudimentary talent for soccer by kicking a rolled-up sock stuffed with rags around the streets of Bauru. When growing older, he…
Dejounte Murray, star guard of the Atlanta Hawks, has been having a tremendous season. His recent play shows precisely why they acquired him from the San Antonio Spurs, who originally drafted him. This recent spurt, however, does prove a salient point from observers. Dejounte Murray at the lead guard is great. Trae Young, as the lead guard, is great. Putting them together, however, may not lead to success. Nevertheless, his March production shows the value he brings to the Hawks and, maybe, down the road, another team. The future of this roster will be enjoyable to follow moving forward. Why…
This is the TB12 man whom they call the G.O.A.T. in Football. His unlikely journey pales in comparison to any Hollywood sports movie script. While not as known coming out of college, now he’s an international household name. He is one of the most clutch and coldest throwers of the football in NFL history. People compare the next up-and-coming talents to him. But most discussions end in acknowledging that that is a goal, far off in the distance. The man is Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr., better known simply as Tom Brady. The Beginning of Tom Brady’s Career http://gty.im/1978302778 Brady…
They don’t want none! No, they don’t want none! AJ Styles and her career in the wrestling industry has been nothing but phenomenal, pun intended. The Beginning of AJ Styles’ story in wrestling http://gty.im/1474695816 According to Legacy of Wrestling, Allen Jones attended college in Anderson, South Carolina, on a partial wrestling scholarship after graduating from Johnson High School in Gainesville, Georgia, class of 1996. Styles had wrestled at plenty of wrestling promotions before World Wrestling Entertainment. The most notable runs he had in wrestling were in Total Nonstop Action, New Japan Pro Wrestling, and Ring of Honor. Styles actually wrestled…
What more can be said about Michael Jordan? He stands on the Mount Rushmore as one of the greatest basketball players who ever stepped foot on a basketball court. Michael Jordan: Life Before Basketball Michael Jordan started his career at Emsley A. Laney High School in Wilmington, according to his bio. He played various sports football, baseball, and basketball, where the 3rd option stood out above the rest. According to his bio, Jordan was motivated to prove his worth. He became the star of Laney’s junior varsity team and tallied some 40-point games after being denied for his height earlier.…
Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee! When it comes to a legend like Muhammad Ali, there is a reason why we should respect one of the all time greats in Boxing history. Muhammad Ali’s early life http://gty.im/517259310 According to Tyler Piccottti on Biography.com, at an early age, Ali showed that he did not fear any bout—inside or outside of the ring. As Ali grew up in the South, he experienced racial prejudice and discrimination front and center. Ali discovered his talent for boxing at the age of 12 after his bike was stolen. According to Piccotti, he told…
Victor Wembanyama is having an impressive rookie season with the San Antonio Spurs. He’s averaging 20.7ppg, 10.4rpg, and 3.5bpg. While this is his rookie season in the NBA, Wemby has been playing professional basketball in France since 2020-2021. The exposure and success there is largely why the fit with San Antonio was made so early upon them receiving the 1st pick in the Draft Lottery. The Spur’s relationship with the French community is well documented, having had French national players such as Tony Parker & Boris Diaw play for the team and win championships. The 2023-2024 NBA season is winding…
March Madness is officially here, and fans can get ready for a gripping encounter between two powerhouses, Utah vs TCU. With both the Aggies and the Horned Frogs looking for a run in the tournament, this matchup promises to deliver a crowd-pleaser. Utah State Aggies Entering the contest with an impressive track record, the Utah State Aggies have firmly established themselves as one of the top contenders in college basketball this season. They placed first in the Mountain West, and carry a healthy 27-6 record. Utah has a great combination of offensive firepower, showing up and dominating their opponents. Offensively,…
What more can be said about the rising upstart in Caitlin Clark? The Iowa Hawkeyes guard has made a name for herself in the NCAA Women’s College Basketball world. Caitlin Clark’s Uprising to playing basketball http://gty.im/2069610022 According to Wikipedia, Clark grew up in Iowa and started playing basketball at the age of five. She “competed in boys’ recreational leagues because her father could not find a girls’ league for her age group.” Clark also played softball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, and golf as a child before focusing on basketball. Clark had played four years of varsity basketball for Dowling Catholic High School. As a freshman, “she averaged 15.3…
Look in his eyes, what do you see, the cult of personality! CM Punk has had one brash, but historic career in the wrestling industry. CM Punk’s early wrestling days This second-city saint from Chicago, Illinois, has made a statement to the wrestling world. That means his promo work has had more impact since Punk declared himself to be the voice of the voiceless. According to Wikipedia, his first venture into wrestling was a stint in a backyard wrestling federation called the Lunatic Wrestling Federation with his brother Mike and their friends in the mid-late 1990s. “He had his debut match…
With March Madness only a day away as of writing this, fans brace themselves for an exciting match between Arizona vs. Long Beach. The Wildcats and 49ers both want the win and have their sights set on advancing in the tournament. With great talent on both ends, it’s going to be an exciting game! Arizona Wildcats The Arizona Wildcats enter this matchup with a formidable record, boasting an impressive performance throughout the season. Leading the Pacific 12 with a 21-8 overall record, they show why they earned first place. Offensively, Arizona has been a force to be reckoned with. With…
In the ever-changing landscape of the NFL, the fate of players can sometimes change on a dime. Such is the case for Tommy Devito, the promising quarterback for the New York Giants, who recently found himself benched. This decision has stirred both speculation and debate among fans and pundits. Will he be cut? Traded? If so, where? Let’s examine the factors contributing to Devito’s sidelining and what it means for the Giants moving forward. The saga of Tommy Devito’s rise and subsequent benching is a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Devito’s journey began with a brief stint of success in…
Domantas Sabonis was the 11th pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic. On Draft Day, Orlando traded him to the Oklahoma City Thunder via trade for Serge Ibaka. After playing 66 games as a starter, he was sent along with Victor Oladipo to Indiana in the trade that brought Paul George to OKC. In Indiana, he started showing flashes of what he could be. Those two reached a ceiling, and eventually, the Pacers traded them. Sabonis was traded to the Sacramento Kings in a rare win-win trade that sent Tyrese Haliburton to the Pacers. Sacramento is where…
Back in the day, people of color had challenges when partaking in any sport. Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson is a prime example of a superior athlete who played baseball but had to fight for his respect on the field. Jackie Robinson’s gateway into sports http://gty.im/514867362 For Robinson, “he grew up in Pasadena, California, raised by a single working mother of five.” “After graduating from Pasadena Junior College, Jackie attended the University of California, Los Angeles. A star athlete, Jackie became the university’s first four-sport letter winner, excelling in football, basketball, track and field, and baseball.” After leaving the institution,…
Joe Cool is playing defense like a fool, living large on the football field, and adhering to every rule. This article gives a detailed aspect of the story of Joe Burrow from his beginnings in Athens, Ohio, to his current role as a Cincinnati Bengal Joe Burrow in Ohio Joe Burrow started his football career at Athens High School in the early 2010s. According to Wikipedia, Burrow “led the school to three straight playoff appearances and the school’s first seven playoff victories in school history. During his career, he passed for 11,416 yards with 157 passing touchdowns and rushed for 2,067…
Current Jaguars Quarterback Trevor Lawrence has had one amazing career on the football field. Despite being recently injured in the 2023 season in the National Football League, it is best to look back at his early years before being drafted to the big leagues. Trevor Lawrence’s early career in High School to becoming a Clemson Tiger http://gty.im/1893751662 One fun fact is that Trevor Lawrence went undefeated as a QB in high school before going to college. According to Wikipedia, “From his sophomore year to his senior year, Lawrence led the Purple Hurricanes to 41 straight victories, winning two state championships…
As March Madness begins, the excitement of college ball reaches a fever pitch, with the highly anticipated clash between the Marquette Golden Eagles and the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. With both teams hungry for victory, this game is sure to be a battle to remember. Let’s look over both teams and examine their layouts! Marquette Golden Eagles: The Marquette Golden Eagles come into March Madness with an overall of 25-9, showcasing prowess on both ends of the court. Although they came second in the Big East, they’re ready for the NCAA. Led by head coach Steve Wojciechowski, Marquette brings a high-octane…
Dakota Kai is a once in a lifetime female athlete in World Wrestling Entertainment. This aussie doesn’t play around in the squared circle. Dakota Kai’s Startup in Wrestling She started wrestling around 2007 and is still in the works of making a name for herself to now. According to Pro Wrestling Wiki Fandom, she has wrestled in Shimmer Women Athletes, Shine Wrestling, and also for Pro Wrestling Alliance in Sydney, Australia where she is a former PWWA Champion. “She also worked for Impact Pro Wrestling in New Zealand, where she is a former three-time IPW Women’s Champion” (Fandom 2024). She signed with WWE at NXT in late 2016, participating…
Victor Wembanyama was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs #1 pick overall in the 2023 NBA Draft. Widely known as Wemby, he has taken the league by storm. In his rookie season, he’s played 60 of a possible 68 games. He’s averaging 20.8 ppg and 10.4 rebounds a game. More impressively, he’s also averaging 3.5 apg, 3.5 bpg, and 1.3 spg, showing contributions on both sides of the floor. He played professionally in Europe as early as 2019 before he even made himself eligible for the NBA Draft. Two of the teams he played for were run by Spurs greats…
