Author Archives: Deron Snyder
James Daniel embraces his role as hoops’ little big man
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By DERON SNYDER The nation’s leading scorer in NCAA Division I men’s hoops plays in the hotbed affectionately known as “the DMV” (District-Maryland-Virginia), home to nearly a dozen programs in liberal definitions of “Washington area.” But he doesn’t attend Maryland … Continue reading
Defensive players deserve protection, too
By DERON SNYDER There is no dispute that the NFL employs double standards, inequities that have proven to be quite profitable. They cater to the majority of fans who prefer scintillating offense opposed to suffocating defense. The crowds gathered in … Continue reading
Cousins’ progress goes hand-in-hand with Washington’s offense
By DERON SNYDER LANDOVER, Md. – Prognostications aren’t worth much and you don’t have to be an “expert” to make one. That said, there were a couple of consensus thoughts regarding Washington as the NFL season began. For starters, the … Continue reading
Serena Williams worthy choice as SI’s ‘Sportsperson of the Year’
By DERON SNYDER Wearing a black lace leotard and black stilettos, staring into the camera like the boss she is, Serena Williams sits on a throne with her legs to the side, the right one propped on the chair’s arm. … Continue reading
Love him or hate him, Newton can’t be ignored … or stopped
By DERON SNYDER Those who dislike Cam Newton have their reasons. His bright-white smile – as flawless as the Carolina Panthers’ 13-0 record – is a good place to start. Misery loves company and Newton clearly would ruin the best … Continue reading
Streak snapped but Warriors leave us wanting more and more
By DERON SNYDER Cleveland guard J.R. Smith is disappointed that the Golden State Warriors finally lost. He wanted them to remain undefeated entering their game against the Cavaliers on Christmas Day. At least he had a reasonable chance. Had Golden … Continue reading
Players usually hold their truths; evidently, we can’t handle them
By DERON SNYDER Do we really want athletes and coaches to be candid when microphones are in their face and pens are scribbling every word? Do we detest the tired clichés and canned answers that we hear coming before a … Continue reading
Monday Night Football further reveals a crowded, lousy NFC East
By DERON SNYDER LANDOVER, Md. – The majority of Monday night’s football game between Dallas and Washington, was a microcosm of a few well-established themes. The home team continued to struggle attempting to play well in back-to-back games. The visitors … Continue reading
If you don’t know, you better ask somebody: Cam is for real
By DERON SNYDER Cam Newton makes some folks irrational. They are so blinded by preconceived and post-conceived notions of the Carolina quarterback, they make nonsensical statements and mean-spirited decisions. Consider what happened Sunday in the Panthers’ 41-38 victory against New … Continue reading
Barry Bonds as hitting coach is a win-win-win situation
By DERON SNYDER At the news conference introducing Dusty Baker as the Nationals manager, someone asked about a certain former slugger possibly joining the staff as hitting coach. “We have not discussed Barry Bonds as a candidate,” general manager Mike … Continue reading
