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A First Hand Account From Rio
A First Hand Account From Rio
A First Hand Account From Rio
With so many negative story lines leading up to the Olympic games in Rio De Janeiro this summer, it's hard to seperate what is true and what has been overblown.
Phelps Wins 25th Medal, 21st Gold
Phelps Wins 25th Medal, 21st Gold
Phelps Wins 25th Medal, 21st Gold
With two more wins in the Tuesday night swimming program, Michael Phelps continued his dominance over the Olympic field. He has 25 total medals, which is seven more than the next closest competitor all-time. He has 21 gold medals, which is 12 more than the next closest competitor and he has 14 individual gold medals, which ties him with Larisa Latynina, a Soviet gymnast...
Bob Costas' Retells Story of Meeting Howard Cosell
Bob Costas' Retells Story of Meeting Howard Cosell
Bob Costas' Retells Story of Meeting Howard Cosell
Bob Costas is regarded as one of the greatest sports broadcasters of all time. Costas has hosted coverage of the World Series, NBA Finals, Kentucky Derby and has won more Emmy awards than any other sports host in history. The 2016 Olympics marks the 11th games Costas has anchored in his illustrious career...
Talking Team USA, Knicks and More (AUDIO)
Talking Team USA, Knicks and More (AUDIO)
Talking Team USA, Knicks and More (AUDIO)
The Olympics kicked off officially on Wednesday with the U.S. Women's Soccer team topping New Zealand, 2-0. The Opening Ceremonies are on Friday which really signifies the beginning of the Games, and one of the most anticipated events for the United States is men's basketball...
Phelps to Carry Flag For U.S. at Olympics
Phelps to Carry Flag For U.S. at Olympics
Phelps to Carry Flag For U.S. at Olympics
One of the best parts of the Olympics is the opening ceremonies. For most athletes who won't medal, for most countries that won't enter the podium at all, it's the thrill of a lifetime, to parade into the Olympic Stadium and wear the colors of your home nation...
Bogut Gives Glimpse into Rio
Bogut Gives Glimpse into Rio
Bogut Gives Glimpse into Rio
We already know that the Rio Olympics are going to have problems. Problems with the water, problems with the lodging, and hopefully not problems with security and safety. But we know that athletes and commentators are going to continue to highlight the issues plaguing the games, and on Tuesday, we got a glimpse as to what the conditions are like...
Jason Day Out Of Rio Olympics
Jason Day Out Of Rio Olympics
Jason Day Out Of Rio Olympics
Another athlete has bowed out of the upcoming Rio Olympic Games. Jason Day, the No. 1 player in the world has decided to skip golf's comeback to the Olympics citing health concerns surrounding the Zika virus. Rumors are that this had been in the making for awhile...
USA Announces Men's Basketball Roster
USA Announces Men's Basketball Roster
USA Announces Men's Basketball Roster
The 2016 United States Men's Basketball roster is set for the Olympics in Rio: While names like LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Anthony Davis, Steph Curry and Dwyane Wade are missing from the roster, the team still boasts all-NBA stars including Carmelo Anthony and Kevin Durant...
McIlroy Out Of Olympics Due To Zika
McIlroy Out Of Olympics Due To Zika
McIlroy Out Of Olympics Due To Zika
The field of talent that was supposed to participate in the 2016 Rio Olympics took another blow this morning as Rory McIlroy has decided to forego playing in the upcoming games. McIlroy cited the Zika virus as one of the main issues for not attending...
UAlbany Star Going to Rio Despite Health Concerns (AUDIO)
UAlbany Star Going to Rio Despite Health Concerns (AUDIO)
UAlbany Star Going to Rio Despite Health Concerns (AUDIO)
UAlbany track star Grace Claxton is currently in Oregon at the NCAA Track & Field Championships getting ready to compete in the 400m hurdles. Her events semifinals are on July 9th. Furthermore, because the time she registered at NCAA qualifiers was so good, Claxton also qualified for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio. Sh...

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