Author Archives: Deron Snyder
Major Weekend Woes Worsen for Tiger
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By DERON SNYDER Movies can’t do it. TV shows are poor substitutes. Broadway plays fall short. Nothing comes close to matching the human drama of sports when Eldrick “Tiger” Woods is involved. His enthralling storyline compels more than ever, four … Continue reading
Orlando Mucks Up ‘Dwightmare’ To Lakers’ Delight
By DERON SNYDER Dwight Howard did himself no favors in dragging out his exit from Orlando. He turned off Magic fans and NBA fans everywherewith his wishy-washy ways, going back and forth in deciding whether to stay or go. He … Continue reading
Seahawks Scrape Barrel For T.O.
By DERON SNYDER Once again, it’s time to check off some items on my “TIDU List” — Things I Don’t Understand: *How Seattle became so desperate at wide receiver. Terrell Owens might have tread left on his tires at 38. He … Continue reading
‘Obama Classic’ To Unite Ballers With Donors
By DERON SNYDER In 2010, as part of the celebration for his 49th birthday, President Obama played a pickup basketball gamewith luminaries such as LeBron James, Magic Johnson, Bill Russell and Dwyane Wade. The game was played at Obama’s favorite … Continue reading
Orakpo’s Production Not Matching Potential
By DERON SNYDER There can be a thin line between reasons and excuses, between explanations and rationalizations. But in many respects, either you get something done or you don’t, regardless of what else transpires. When it comes to sacking opposing … Continue reading
‘Money’ Mayweather Free To Resume Flow
By DERON SNYDER Floyd Mayweather Jr. is no longer serving timein a Las Vegas jail. But the clock is ticking for the undefeated boxer. He’s not getting any younger, at age 35, and neither is his main rival, Manny Pacquiao, … Continue reading
Gabby’s Story Is Bigger Than Sports
By DERON SNYDER Truth be told, we weren’t that inspired by Olympians like Michael Jordan and Carl Lewis. While they dominated their sports like few have ever done, it’s commonplace to see African Americans conquer basketball and track and field. … Continue reading
Some Outside Interests Are Good in Recruiting
By DERON SNYDER Now that Penn State’s shocking stream of sad news has slowed, the NCAA can turn its attention to less-depressing matters … good, old-fashioned recruiting violations! While Jerry Sandusky’s atrocities were unimaginable and led to unprecedented penalties, the NCAA … Continue reading
Another NFL Suicide, More Football Scrutiny
By DERON SNYDER We don’t know why O.J. Murdock took his life Monday. We don’t know the problems he faced and considered unmanageable. We don’t know the emotions he felt and considered unbearable. But we do know that Murdock, 25, … Continue reading
Nationals Just Browse As Others Make Deals
By DERON SNYDER The Washington Nationals didn’t make any moves at Tuesday’s trading deadline, which means at least two things: General manager Mike Rizzo likes the makeup of his team, and Edwin Jackson is staying put for just the second … Continue reading
