“The Last Dance” has captivated audiences around the world. The 10-part ESPN documentary showcasing Michael Jordan’s final season as a Chicago Bull has brought with it the awe and excitement of sports at a time when fans need it most. The documentary has resurfaced some of the most iconic moments in NBA history and the […]
The list of first-time nominees for the 2017 Pro Basketball Hall of Fame class has been released. Among the list of first-time nominees are: Tracy McGrady, Ben Wallace, Muggsy Bogues, former referees Jake O’Donnell and Sid Borgia. The complete list can be seen here. A notable nominee up for election is super-agent David Falk. This […]
I have been provided the opportunity to sit in on a class taught by ESPN and Sports Illustrated writer Andrew Brandt that is called “Business and Legal Aspects of Professional Sports.” Brandt is teaching the class through Villanova University’s online offering, which makes it easy for anyone to access the content. This article is part […]
March is Women’s History Month and “March Madness” for the NCAA. Therefore, it is only befitting that this article include two quotes by people whom know and understand what life is about; conquering adversity, defying the odds, and the importance of perseverance and determination . “Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into […]
In every generation, one athlete makes a bold move, laces up a new pair of shoes never seen before, and does something that turns the footwear industry on its head. In 1936, Adi Dassler came to the Berlin Games with a suitcase of track spikes and persuaded Jesse Owens to give them a try. When […]
For a long time now, LeBron James has tried to stay out of the spotlight when it comes to politics. Although James has been shining bright in the media ever since entering the league, he has been rather dull when it comes to his affiliations with politics and other support groups (much like Tiger Woods […]
This past week, we have heard a frenzy of rumors and questions surrounding the return of “retired” Brett Favre to professional football. Favre recently told the NFL to hold off on marketing anything products with #4 and the word “retired”. Mid-Friday, Favre and his agent, Bus Cook, sent a letter to the Packers asking for […]
In the world of sports, B.J. Armstrong is not just known as a former sick complement player for the Michael Jordan led Chicago Bulls, nor as merely a mediocre analyst for ESPN. He has also made his way into the sports agent world, without the notice of many media entities. SLAM ONLINE recently talked to […]
It is a week like the week I just endured that should make you happy that you are not yet a law student, have no plans to be a law student, or have finished the damn three year process and are now a practicing attorney. Today I had a persuasive brief due about whether a […]