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Have you heard of the Dallas Chaparrals or the San Antonio Gunslingers? If you are an NBA fan, then you probably know the San Antonio Spurs. However, you may not have heard of the Dallas Chaparrals. You are asking yourself what a chaparral is, right? A chaparral is a plant community of shrubs that exists […]

We live in a super world. There is the super-size meal, the Super Duper Looper roller coaster, Superman, Superwoman, and even Superdog. Meanwhile, the NBA has the Seattle Supersonics. For over three decades, the Supersonics has represented Seattle. While the team’s most super season was 1978-1979, the Supersonics are always striving to win yet another […]

Have you ever wondered why the Utah Jazz is named as such? New Orleans, Louisiana was the birthplace of jazz, right? In fact, the NBA squad, the Utah Jazz, was originally the New Orleans Jazz. The Jazz played in New Orleans from 1975-1979. When the team moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, it retained the […]

Part I of this article on taking “Touchdown!” shouting photos at football games discussed some advice on preparation before the game, tips on useful accessories to take to the game, plus suggestions on what features to look for when buying a digital camera to take to sporting events. Part II expands on this advice and […]

Since becoming one of the NBA’s original teams, the New York Knicks have had tremendous success in the NBA. They have played in numerous playoffs, and have won two NBA championships.
Who are the New York Yankees of the NBA? The Boston Celtics have won 16 NBA Championships, while the Los Angeles/Minneapolis Lakers have won 14. […]

Do you fly to distant cities? During its seasons since the start of the new millennium, the Hornets have racked up the most frequent-flyer miles, buzzing to a new home. Since 2002, the Hornets have flown from Charlotte, to New Orleans, to Oklahoma City, and then back to New Orleans. Here are some fascinating facts […]

Do you believe in magic? Though only about two decades old, the Orlando Magic have already made 10 appearances in the NBA playoffs, won three division crowns, a pair of trips to the Eastern Conference Finals, and one trip to the NBA Finals. Next on the team’s wish list is their franchise’s first NBA Championship.
What […]

You have probably heard of the Philadelphia 76ers, but have you heard of the Philadelphia Warriors or the Syracuse Nationals? The Philadelphia Warriors played in the NBA from 1961-1962, before moving to San Francisco. Fortunately for basketball fans in the “City of Brotherly Love,” the Syracuse Nationals moved to Philadelphia, prior to the 1963-1964 season.
The […]

“If at first you do not succeed, try, try again.” The Phoenix Suns have epitomized that type of determination. Since joining the NBA, they have appeared in the playoffs on 28 occasions. In about a quarter of those years (eight times to be exact), they have reached the Conference Finals. In exactly one-fourth of those […]

The perfect skateboard is not the only thing you need in the activity. In fact, it is only a part of the gears you need. The offer half is completed by the gadgets which make skateboarding a safe sport for you. Although well-seasoned pros make skateboarding seem so easy, they are still at risk for […]

Choosing the perfect skateboard can be an exciting experience. But before you jump right in and buy one, you need to make sure that you do your research. There are some very impressive skateboards on the market today that feature amazing graphics, and some have even been designed by professional skateboarders themselves. It is important […]

Purchasing a skateboard can be a very expensive investment, especially if you are purchasing a top-of-the-line quality skateboard. Before rushing out to buy that skateboard of your dreams, you may want to consider the benefits of building your own.
It is likely that once you start looking in to building your own board, you will find […]

Skateboarding can be a risky sport. If you do not have the essential protective gadgets, you might end up getting severely injured from skateboarding. One of the most common protective gears used in skateboarding is the helmet. You should get one that fits you perfectly so safety can be guaranteed during the activity. You should […]

Deck is the largest part of any skateboard. It is where you stand on and it is where all the other materials are attached. It plays a crucial role in developing skills and in your safety. The deck also allows you to maneuver the gadget so you can do tricks or speed up with it. […]

American Football - a game of high stakes and even higher emotions, whether it’s the joy of watching an immaculate catch, the anguish of losing a game by a “wide-right” field-goal, or the worry of seeing your quarterback blindsided by an angry lineman with something to prove.
What makes football a high-paced, anything-can-happen event also makes […]