Author: Tom Flannery

The Jacksonville Jaguars got what they hope to be their franchise QB for the immediate and at least medium-term future.   Trevor Lawrence was one of the highest regarded high school football prospects ever. That didn’t change much as a college prospect heading towards a career in the NFL. He seemingly has it all, the height, the speed, the arm, the accuracy, and the poise.  He went undefeated his freshman year and led the Clemson Tigers to a National Title. In his three years at Clemson, Lawrence threw for 10,098 yards, 90 TDs on just 17 INTs, and rushed for...

It’s not uncommon to see big crossovers between different genres in the entertainment world, it is seen all the time in all forms of popular culture in music as artists collab, in movies as different approaches to genre change the way they’re delivered, in gaming as genres mix together to deliver new themes like these online slots, and most recently seen within combat sports as athletes move from one discipline to another particularly with the likes of MMA as athletes from wrestling for example have made the adjustment from one sport to another. The latest crossover for many has...

The New York Knicks are one of the NBA’s original franchises. They joined the league back in 1946 and won NBA titles in 1970 and 1973.  Here is a look at the four greatest players in Knicks history. The rankings are based on their play with the Knicks only. The impact they had on the team, their individual success and their longevity with the club are all major considerations.  4. Dave DeBusschere DeBusschere was the last piece of the championship puzzle for the Knicks when they acquired him in a trade with the Detroit Pistons in 1969, a deal...

Traveling to Europe should be on your bucket list. If it is, then one of the things you have to visit is a health resort. It is a place with natural amenities that can help you regain your strength. A health resort is expensive, but there are ones that are affordable.  We will take a look at some affordable resorts today that you can check out. As always, it will do you well if you book in advance. It is also a good idea to go to the ones that are close to your other activities. By the way,...

With the advent of the Internet in all areas of life, a huge number of changes, as well as many new phenomena and concepts have appeared across the world. For example, e-Sport becomes increasingly popular with every year passing by. A person who is not involved in this phenomenon of modern life may wonder – what is it about? Basically, a computer game is behind it all; therefore, we are talking about entertainment. Nevertheless, e-Sports competitions of various levels are regularly held, including world tournaments. And these are clear signs of an actual sport, because winning and even participating...

Placing bets on sports is not a new thing, thanks to how far the internet has reached across the world. Today, you can be simply sitting at your home and still have the option of getting indulged in your favorite betting routine. This becomes possible with the help of secure online platforms that allow users to place bets in the comfort of their very homes. So, if you’ve been thinking about giving online sports betting a try, this guide should help you a lot. Make sure to follow these tips if you really want to make big in this...

The Carolina Hurricanes led the Nashville Predators 6-0 in the regular season prior to the final two games. At this stage, Rod Brind’Amour had already locked in the number one spot in the Central Division and were able to rotate their squad ahead of the playoffs. Subsequently, the Predators won the final two head-to-head matches of the season, to book their place in the post-season as the fourth seed. Order appeared to be restored a week ago as the Carolina Hurricanes started the seven-game series with comfortable 5-2 and 3-0 victories over their division rivals in the first round...

The Indiana Pacers got their start in the old ABA but they’ve been members of the NBA since 1976. Since then, the Pacers have featured some outstanding players who created memorable moments for fans throughout the world. Here is a look at the Pacers best players since they joined the NBA. This list only takes into consideration what these players did in a Pacers uniform. The length of time they spent with the Pacers and how well they played for them are the biggest considerations. 4. Mark Jackson Jackson spent six seasons with the Pacers and was one of...

If you are a regular online casino player, then you know the question of payouts is at the heart of the debates since it is one of the topics most players care about when finding the right place to gamble.  As it happens in every type of industry, in the gambling industry there is always an online casino that pays better than another. When it comes to this category, there are operators committed to the growth of their players and their loyalty, and there are the ones that are not. However, you don’t have to worry, the best paying...

You already know Tom Brady’s long list of accomplishments — seven-time Super Bowl winner (and a favorite to win again in 2022 per MyBookie sportsbook), the best football player of all time, and a supermodel as a wife in Gisele Bundchen.  However, with his patented TB12 Method, Brady is also venturing into entrepreneurism in the health and fitness space. The program eschews the techniques that have kept Brady atop his game despite being on the cusp of 44 years old (his birthday is in August).    “Tom Brady” by Cliff Welch/Getty  is licensed under CC BY 3.0  So what’s...

The question on many high school and college students’ minds is: How does playing a sport affect my grades? The usual argument against any extramural activity is that it interferes with learning and so makes bad or average grades. Sports, in particular, can consume a lot of time and energy from a student’s daily schedule, particularly at the expense of learning. But there’s ample anecdotal evidence indicating that playing sports doesn’t lead to a drop in academic performance. So, what to choose to do in your free time – write some papers or buy essays online and go to...

Working in sports media is widely viewed as being a glamorous job and there are numerous ways you can plot a route into the industry. It is fair to say that the sector may not suit everyone, particularly the people who enjoy the structure offered by traditional 9-5 job roles. However, for individuals who enjoy flexible working patterns, careers in sports media can be extremely rewarding – both from a job satisfaction perspective and financially. Whether you decide to work for an employer or head down the freelance route, the sports industry is awash with exciting media roles.   To...

2020 had its fair share of challenges for the sports betting world. The global lockdown and cancellation of the major sporting events caused disappointment and significant drops in the industry revenue. However, sports betting is sturdier than you think. The sphere that generated about 70 percent of the global gambling income annually wouldn’t give up without a decent fight. It still holds firm and keeps you excited while also forging new sports betting trends to stay ahead of the game.  Both brand-new and already existing notions experienced a surge in popularity. Everything you could imagine is now real, from...

Since American football NFL is one of the most popular competitions, not only in the United States, but also beyond, this text is not only intended for US-based NFL fans, but for everyone who carries this sport in their hearts. As you all are aware, the popularity of the NFL is growing from season to season, which makes it the dominant sports league in the United States – more popular than MLB, NBA, and NHL. Due to the short duration of the season (compared to most other leagues), the NFL can be a challenge for those who like to...

Second-seed Kentucky (24-1) defeated no.4 Texas (27-2) in four sets, partially 20-25, 25-18, 25-23, and 25-22 in the final of the 2020-2021 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship at the CHI Health Center in Omaha on Saturday night to become the first Southeastern Conference volleyball team to win a national championship.  Alli Stumler, a junior outside hitter who was named to the AVCA All-America First Team, had a match-high 26 kills, hitting .471 on 51 attempts against one of the best blocking teams in the nation. She also had five digs and a kill from the left side coming after Texas...

We need to consider lots of variables when predicting the outcome of a match. We need to consider the what-ifs. It is important to make careful analysis and focus on all the details before you predict a game. There are two aspects that you need to focus on before you make any prediction. They include the performance of the team in the past, and the current form of the players in terms of the coaching crew, injuries, and the skills of the players. We often overlook the second factor in most predictions. However, it is important if we want...

Paul Merson has said last season Premier League champions Liverpool must beat rivals Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this weekend if they are to have any chance of making the top-four. Merson is of the opinion that it’s a far bigger match for Merseyside club than the Gunners as Arteta’s men only realistic chance of playing champions league football next season is by winning the UEFA Europa League, starting with a quarter-final tie with Slavia Prague, a game online casino USA have managed to provide odds for. Liverpool currently sits four points ahead of Arteta’s mem in the Premier...

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has ruled out making a summer move for striker Sergio Aguero who is billed to depart Manchester City this summer. Manchester City’s all-time record goalscorer has so far won four League titles, an Emirates FA Cup, and five League Cups during his ten years stay at the club, with top nz online casino being consistent with the odds. Spanish tactician Mikel Arteta has looked to hand youth opportunity since his arrival at Emirates Stadium as Arsenal chief coach, with current strikers Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and French man Alexandre Lacazette among their most experienced footballer. When Arteta...

To the delight of many fans of club football, the FIFA international window break is finally over, and club football resumes this weekend with players returning to their respective club sides to take off from where they stopped two weeks ago. Premier League football resumes this weekend, with Chelsea hosting West Brom at home on Saturday launch time in the Premier League. The West London club will be hoping that the long international break will not have a negative effect on their momentum, with Chelsea currently on a 15-match unbeaten run in all tournaments under German tactician Thomas Tuchel,...