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NBC Sports Network delivers the NHL better than anyone has
For hockey, NBC Sports Network delivers. Here’s an example that demonstrates how the network is truly tuned to this sport: Immediately following a goal, the cable network will show up to three alternate angles of the passes and shot that generated … Continue reading
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Better than sports championships
If you love sports…I mean REALLY love sports….this short (2:42) video clip is guaranteed to touch your heart. Kudos to Coronado High School’s (El Paso, Texas) basketball coach, teammates, opponents (yes, opponents) and fans who were a part of the … Continue reading
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Binding arbitration for all pro sports leagues and their unions
With the continuing failure of the NFL and the referees’ union to reach an agreement, we’re about to see substitute officials work regular season games. Of course, when such disagreements are between any league and its players’ union, the regular … Continue reading
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David Stern and the Under-23 Olympic debate
It seems that there has been a pretty unanimous response to the proposal of David Stern and the NBA owners to limit Olympic basketball squads to players under 23 years old: No one likes it. While Stern has already been … Continue reading
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Why limit Olympic basketball?
It just seems weird. You have 12 players on the team roster, essentially playing for a single gold medal. Meanwhile, swimmers compete for medals in multiple events. They change distances, techniques and whether they are in individual or team competition. … Continue reading
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Watching NBC balance Olympics competition and culture
For many Americans, the Olympics are a rare opportunity to interact with and learn about people from all over the world. During the games, we spend a great deal of time telling the stories of the athletes themselves and their … Continue reading
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Adjusting the NCAA scholarship process
There are two very good reasons for offering scholarships for collegiate sports: The athlete’s family may not have the financial ability to pay for their son’s/daughter’s college education. Prospective student-athletes may be required to avoid off-campus jobs they need to … Continue reading
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Why soccer needs to take advantage of video review
England’s 1-0 victory over Ukraine was the latest incident caused by a lack of video review in a professional and international sport. Trailing by one goal in the second half, Ukraine’s Marko Devic attempted a shot that was “hooked away” … Continue reading
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Two things the NBA, NFL and MLB can learn from the NHL
The Stanley Cup Playoffs demonstrated lessons the NHL and other professional team sports should seriously consider: 1. The seasons are too long. We’ve addressed this in past blog posts for other sports, and the NHL is clearly in that group, … Continue reading
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NBA and NHL playoffs are too long
If you’re a fan of pro basketball and/or pro hockey, your gut reaction to playoffs where non-final rounds are best-of-7 instead of best-of-5 is likely driven by the feeling that more games means there’s more to watch. And, maybe, just … Continue reading
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