Michelle Kwan’s Exit: Is it overblown? February 13, 2006
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As I find myself watching the olympics and ESPN almost all the time, I see one glaring headline: KWAN OUT OF OLYMPICS, DOESN’T SPECULATE ON RETIREMENT. All of a sudden I feel a brain impulse (it happens a lot): Why does everyone care so much. Don’t get me wrong here, I love Michelle Kwan. She’s always been my favorite skater by far. But, when the Olympics relates to teamwork and nationalism, people are downright depressed with Kwan’s exit. I won’t say it’s unwarranted but I would still stress get back on track. There are a lot more interesting story lines than Kwan. To start with the US Women’s Ice Hocky Team is in the semifinals and are trying to advance. Bode Miller only finished 5th, to my dismay, after all his fanfare. we had a peculiar gold finish in 5000 meter Speed Skating by Hendrick. The list is only getting better. Whatever you are rooting for, lay off of the exit of Kwan. It only takes away from what the games stand for.
By the way, if any of you are missing out on all of this action, watch the NBC networks (NBC, MSNBC, CNBC, etc..) and USA Network (Trust me, you’re not the only one)
The Maiden Voyage: My take on the Super Bowl January 24, 2006
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It certainly wasn’t the matchup that I was hoping to see. But nevertheless, it will take place, whether we believe it or not. All that running and sweating and “tiring” is all a waste for most NFL players, as the 32 teams have become two in this great stage of “glory.”
The Pittsburgh Steelers are definitely a team to be reckoned with. As Ben Roethlisberger and Troy Polamalu (Sorry if I spelled it wrong Troy) lead their respective sides of the ball, they must worry about the disputed NFL MVP, Shaun Alexander. A week after a concussion, Alexander busts it with 34 carries for 132 yards and two touchdowns. Despite the four yard average, what else could a coach fear. The Steelers will step up as they have the whole playoffs. If Alexander however doesn’t do well, the Seahawks hopefully will have a plan B. Because, w/out Alexander, the Seahawks are insignificant on the field. The Seattle defense will have to step up as Ben Roethlisberger is finally coming “into his own” as he played extremely well these playoffs. Matt Hasselback, despite being selected to the Pro Bowl, hasn’t really showed that he belongs there. He hasn’t led the team. Hopefully he can prove something. This game is an easy decision.
“Dr. Y’s” Predictions:
31 – 11, Steelers over Seahawks
