Author Archives: Deron Snyder
GOAT or not, King James has scoring record, the crown jewel of feats
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By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) Ranking players is a fun and infuriating aspect of sports, a combative and ultimately pointless exercise that generates endless media content for fan consumption. It’s effortless, too: Just consider everyone who ever played … Continue reading
At day’s end, Kyrie’s trade request was smart business decision
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith said NBA star Kyrie Irving’s trade request was “idiotic.” Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy went further, tweeting that “you can make a legit argument Kyrie is the worst pro athlete who ever … Continue reading
Kareeem’s skyhook was virtually unstoppable, but never caught on
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) The longer you live, the more you understand the mindset of preceding generations, the old-timers who complain that young’uns nowadays lack proper knowledge and respect for the past. Kids laugh and sneer at … Continue reading
Not standing still after all!
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I’m finally moving on! Just this week my proposal was passed along to the next step and I’m so excited. Because there’s movement! But if I’m going forward now, that means I’ve done so all along. … Continue reading
Pioneers paved road for a Super Bowl with two Black starting QBs
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) The upcoming Super Bowl features two Black starting quarterbacks for the first time, and don’t let anyone fool you. Hell yes, that’s a big effing deal. We’re popping bottles from now until kickoff. … Continue reading
Here’s why Ed Reed’s tirade was out of line
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) Imitation might be the sincerest form of flattery if you’re the subject being copied. But it raises serious questions about the imitators who sadly try being someone or something they’re not. Bethune-Cookman isn’t … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Twists, turns, setbacks, and false starts
By VANESSA W. SNYDER Posting on social media is about showing life and progress and joy and everything that’s going well. But as we know, life doesn’t always go the way we want. What we post is usually just part … Continue reading
Besides ‘thoughts and prayers’, the NFL should offer guaranteed deals
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) The reaction to “Monday Night Football’s” chilling incident — Buffalo Bills safety Demar Hamlin nearly dying on the field — is similar to our nation’s response after a nightmarish mass shooting. There’s an … Continue reading
How Pelé kicked off a soccer revolution in America
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) Here in the United States, we were slow to truly comprehend the scope and stature of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, the international superstar famously known as Pelé. It’s really no one’s fault. We’re … Continue reading
World Cup highlighted the best and worst, on and off the field
By DERON SNYDER (as published by theGrio) Not that I’ve watched loads of soccer in this lifetime, but Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and France was the most exciting match ever! Don’t take it from this casual observer of … Continue reading
