The end of an era is upon us. And it is hard to believe, really. Ryan Hall announced his retirement from competitive athletics today at the still… Read more “RYAN HALL ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT”
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PEACE FOR OUR TIME REDUX
We heard it in September 1938 when British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain returned from Munich announcing “Peace for our time” after meeting with Chancellor Hitler regarding Germany’s… Read more “PEACE FOR OUR TIME REDUX”
WHAT WOULD IT TAKE?
The self-inflicted wounds suffered by the sport of athletics in 2015 fit neatly into a world at-large now forced to come to terms with an apocalyptic nihilism that doesn’t share the basic assumptions of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
A DAUGHTER’S JOURNEY, A MOTHER’S PRIDE
They say there are eight million stories in the naked city. But on marathon day in New York the spotlight shines brightest on a mere (though still… Read more “A DAUGHTER’S JOURNEY, A MOTHER’S PRIDE”
TIME FOR A NEW DRUG PRESCRIPTION?
Falmouth, Ma.- Given that there’s any wider interest remaining in athletics (track & field in the USA) now that an IAAF whistle blower has shown the sport to be… Read more “TIME FOR A NEW DRUG PRESCRIPTION?”
THE SYMMONDS DILEMMA
Here’s the problem. When an endemic sponsor — in this case Nike — is signed to a generation long contract as the footwear and apparel sponsor of… Read more “THE SYMMONDS DILEMMA”
TD BEACH TO BEACON 10K PICTORIAL – 2015
Cape Elizabeth, Me. — The 18th TD Beach to Beacon 10K from the lead men’s vehicle AND announcer’s stand. WILLIAM & MARY COACH CHRIS SOLINSKY (19) SLIDES OFF… Read more “TD BEACH TO BEACON 10K PICTORIAL – 2015”
OSLO DIAMOND LEAGUE
Many of the past stars of the ExxonMobil Bislett Games glorious first 50 years were in attendance in Oslo yesterday to celebrate the Golden Anniversary. And the… Read more “OSLO DIAMOND LEAGUE”
JOHNNY U & BREAKING IN WIFFLE BALLS
Driving up to L. A. for Mother’s Day. Toya behind the wheel. When we played wiffle ball as kids, a new ball cost $.25. But when it… Read more “JOHNNY U & BREAKING IN WIFFLE BALLS”
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