(Sorry, it’s politics again, but that’s the most interesting race going.) It was just a throwaway line from a throwaway candidate. But for what seemed the umpteenth… Read more “JUST THE LATEST POLITICAL PILEUP”
Author: Toni Reavis
TONI REAVIS is a veteran broadcaster/writer who has been informing and entertaining audiences for over four decades with his signature baritone pipes, encyclopedic knowledge, and sharp wit.
One of the most respected names in running journalism, Reavis today mixes his passion for sport with his wide-ranging interest in politics, media, and culture.
Currently residing in San Diego, California where he writes his influential tonireavis.com blog, Toni also serves on the board of directors of the Entoto Foundation, a 501C3 charity that brings needed health care to Ethiopia.
In 2009 Reavis was inducted into the Running USA Hall of Champions.
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OLYMPICS REFLECTING LARGER FISSURES
“Let’s get to the root cause, and fix it.” This is both the message and plea we are hearing from far and wide, whether in talking about… Read more “OLYMPICS REFLECTING LARGER FISSURES”
TRUE HISTORY AT 2016 B2B 10K
Cape Elizabeth, ME. — North Yarmouth, Maine native Ben True lessened the sting of not making the 2016 U.S. Olympic track team last month, unleashing a final kilometer… Read more “TRUE HISTORY AT 2016 B2B 10K”
RIO, OH MIO!
It’s still early, but the world is beginning to descend into Rio for these much maligned 2016 Olympic Games. Soon the athletes and competition will come to… Read more “RIO, OH MIO!”
BEAT DOWN AT BIX
Davenport, Ia. — So there was this little dustup between miles four and five at the BIX 7 Road Race yesterday in Davenport, Iowa. Teshome Mekonen of… Read more “BEAT DOWN AT BIX”
NO BAN, NO JUSTICE
Leaking pipes, electrical problems and stopped up toilets found at the Rio Olympic athletes village by early arriving Aussies seem a perfect metaphor for the state of… Read more “NO BAN, NO JUSTICE”
TO BAN OR NOT TO BAN
The International Olympic Committee is caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place as it comes to its decision on the potential Russian Olympic ban for… Read more “TO BAN OR NOT TO BAN”
TIME FOR OLYMPIC PARENTS TO LAY DOWN THE LAW
All that is good and pure about athletics (track & field) was on display in Eugene, Oregon at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials. The ultimate make-or-break meet… Read more “TIME FOR OLYMPIC PARENTS TO LAY DOWN THE LAW”
CAN ATHLETICS BE MARKETED TO MATTER ANYMORE?
Sport is life’s most concentrated metaphor, showcasing the arc of human emotions in real time before an attentive audience in a well-lit arena. Thus, do we see… Read more “CAN ATHLETICS BE MARKETED TO MATTER ANYMORE?”
CROWD CHAOS AT TOUR DE FRANCE
“There’s no way to control a crowd like that if they don’t want to be controlled,” said former Boston Marathon race director Will Cloney after huge throngs on… Read more “CROWD CHAOS AT TOUR DE FRANCE”
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