Tag: Sports

Pete Alonso Is On Fire Right Now

Pete Alonso Is On Fire Right Now

Pete Alonso, team member of the New York Mets, has recently become the newest addition to the list of baseball players who have officially etched their names into MLB history. During yesterday’s game between the New York Mets and the Colorado Rockies, Pete Alonso scored two homerun shots to secure his new record while the […]

Darius Alexander Rookie Contract Deal With New York Giants: Good for the Team?

Darius Alexander Rookie Contract Deal With New York Giants: Good for the Team?

The New York Giants have just signed a four year $6.75 million rookie contract with Darius Alexander, selected from the 65th selection, the first of round three. Alexander could be a possible game changer for the New York Giants. Alexander’s performance at the senior bowl was spectacular to say the least and can stand as […]

Saquon Barkley the Face of EA Sports’ Madden 26

Saquon Barkley the Face of EA Sports’ Madden 26

EA Sports has revealed a look into “Madden NFL 26,” and the cover athlete is none other than the running back of the Philadelphia Eagles, Saquon Barkley. EA Sports’ “Madden NFL” video game series has been running for a long time, with more than 40 different editions and versions throughout its history. With “Madden NFL […]

John Cena: Wrestling Legend

Every sport has a player that people automatically picture when the topic is discussed, regardless of what they think of them. Tom Brady is the face of football. Lebron James is the face of basketball. In the case of wrestling, the one person that you think of is John Cena.  Of course, it’s important to […]

Individual Sports Like Tennis and Golf Might Be Better for Autistic People

Individual Sports Like Tennis and Golf Might Be Better for Autistic People

Team sports can be hard for autistic people who struggle reading the room, noticing body language and picking up on social cues. These things are crucial when in a large group of people because intimate conversations take up too much time, and the coach, leader or whoever is in charge has to ensure every second […]

From the Garden to the Bronx: A Night to Remember in NY Sports

From the Garden to the Bronx: A Night to Remember in NY Sports

Friday marked a day when New York City felt united, despite the constant clashing between different sports fans.  I’m not a New York native, but I have even heard about the city’s long-time sports rivalries. And on Friday, it seemed like most of the city had something to celebrate, and to someone who isn’t that […]

Poker is a Sport of The Mind

Many kinds of documentaries and championships have often depicted poker as a “mind sport”. This can often be confusing for people who aren’t familiar with the card game since it seems to mostly be reliant on random chance. Although this assessment is technically correct, there is much more that goes on in this game that […]

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