I’ve been harassed on Twitter. Not to the extent of Sandy Hook families or female journalists. But just enough to … More
Category: general sports
Anti-doping and the evidence card
Is it fair to ask for a little fairness when it comes to performance-enhancing drugs? In general, yes. But a … More
What I’m watching: July 21-31
Friday, July 21 6:10 a.m.: Water polo, men’s Worlds, USA-Russia, NBC Sports online 11:45 a.m.: Women’s Euro 2017, Sweden-Russia, ESPN3 … More
On drug testing, MMA, the Diaz brothers, invasions of privacy, etc.
One thing I enjoy, perhaps more than I should, about my weird career path is the intersection of Olympic sports … More
The definitive word on participation trophies …
From a Cracked piece responding to a rant about Millennials: Simon, let me tell you about my participation trophies. I … More
Did you know?: Major cricket event in USA
If your stereotype of cricket is that it lasts several days, you may be in for a shock. More and … More
Stats work against Cubs (and all regular-season wonders)
The Cubs had the best record in MLB this year, and enter the NL Championship Series as favorites – but … More
Doping: It’s complicated
“Ban the Russians!” Like “Equal Play, Equal Pay” or “Don’t Worry, Be Happy,” it’s a catchy slogan, but it merits … More
“Fantastic Lies” and the lessons of Duke lacrosse
Don’t stereotype. Don’t rush to judgment. Those are the lessons of the Duke lacrosse case from 10 years ago. And to … More
Go Duke! And Go UNCW — except when you’re playing Duke
My first job after Duke was in Wilmington, and I lived just a few feet away from UNCW’s campus. So … More
