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- Our Take: Jared Fialko
- Team Money, The Bronze Bomber, and Boxing's Most Watched Fighter
Remember when the sport of boxing had a Heavyweight division?
Yesterday at 10:59 p.m.For UNC 'this ain't a scene, it's an arms race'
Pitching has propelled the Tar Heels to the top of the nation, number one across the board.
Apr 21, 2013Could "Air Canada" land in Chapel Hill?More Our Take: Jared Fialko
The nation's most coveted prep basketball prospect potentially tips his hand, and other thoughts from the McDonald's All-American Game.
Apr 4, 2013
- Our Take: Jeff Gravley
- Changes in TV landscape affect local sports fans
In the WRAL-TV viewing area, 12 percent of homes don't have cable or satellite and could soon be shutout of many more sporting events than just the Final Four.
May 8, 2013'Elway to Marino' and the Panthers draft
There is a connection between the 1983 NFL draft and the 2013 draft for the Panthers.
Apr 24, 2013Final grades for Triangle basketball teamsMore Our Take: Jeff Gravley
Duke earns the highest grade in the Triangle followed by North Carolina and NC State.
Apr 2, 2013
- Our Take: Adam Gold
- Ready for a Tiger revival?
Tiger Woods' win at The Players Championship is the most significant of his comeback and the best sign yet that he's about to return to his major championship dominance. Now, all he's got to do is deal with the pressure.
May 13, 2013The Tim Tebow Circus
While not entirely his fault, the Tim Tebow experience is likely as much a reason why it's a longshot that he ever gets another chance at playing in the NFL.
May 3, 2013Leave Geno Smith aloneMore Our Take: Adam Gold
Some in the media think Geno Smith should have remained on display until selected in the 2nd round of the draft. If for no other reason than to prove that he doesn't have character flaws.
Apr 26, 2013
- Our Take: Logan Zone
- Garrard's pro potential spotted early
The very first ball that retiring NFL quarterback David Garrard threw for Steve Logan didn't show college potential, it was pro potential. You could HEAR the ball cut through the air.
May 17, 2013A look behind the scenes at the NFL Draft
For an NFL coach there is no 'offseason.' Even after the games end, there is still a lot to be done.
Apr 24, 2013Logan: Dealing with the unpredictableMore Our Take: Logan Zone
How do you handle the unpredictable on the biggest stage? Coach Steve Logan said that when the lights go out, that's just one more thing that tests championship teams.
Feb 4, 2013
- Our Take: Mike Maniscalco
- Recruiting shows the uglier side of fans on Twitter
Prep basketball star Andrew Wiggins will play basketball at Kansas next year -- much to the dismay of fans at North Carolina, Florida State and Kentucky.
May 16, 2013Carolina's season comes to an end (again)
The Hurricanes will go another year without playoff hockey. It was a year where it seemed like it was set up for the club to give the fans in the Triangle some bonus games.
Apr 27, 2013'Groundhog Day' becomes reality for CanesMore Our Take: Mike Maniscalco
Have you ever relived the same day? The Hurricanes have pretty much done that since March 14.
Apr 11, 2013
- Our Take: Derek Medlin
- Brown 'shocked, excited' about Hall of Fame nod
Two days after being selected to enter the College Football Hall of Fame with the 2013 class, former North Carolina State running back Ted Brown is still getting used to the news. In fact, he's still a bit shocked at how he found out.
May 9, 2013Capitals stir pot ahead of showdown with 'Canes
Compared to other professional sports, where athletes don't hesitate to air grievances through the media or call teammates out on Twitter, hockey is a bit of an outlier.
Feb 26, 2013NC State lands Doeren after short searchMore Our Take: Derek Medlin
Despite being perceived as a viable candidate throughout the duration of NC State's six-day coaching search, Dave Doeren wasn't the focus for many Wolfpack fans and media members.
Dec 1, 2012
- Our Take: Ken Medlin
- Tar Heels, Gamecocks make the right call
A North Carolina-South Carolina matchup in Charlotte should be an annual event
May 10, 2013Deal ends ACC split speculation, indicates network future
The ACC has finally put an end to any speculation of the SEC, Big Ten - or even the Big 12 - poaching its teams. The solution? A grant of media rights agreement, signed by all 15 ACC schools, effective immediately.
Apr 23, 2013When sports bring people togetherMore Our Take: Ken Medlin
An amazing ceremony helps Boston - and the nation - heal.
Apr 18, 2013
- Our Take: Mandy Mitchell
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The Mitchell Report: Vernon, the ACC and TweetingMore Our Take: Mandy Mitchell
Duke wide receiver Conner Vernon is the ultimate test for a lot of us. If you have seen the guy play, it's hard not to admit he's a fantastic football player.
Apr 29, 2013
- Our Take: Gerald Owens
- River Ridge worth a return trip
River Ridge in Raleigh is a public course with a lot of character.
May 6, 2013Mid South boasts ideal conditions & lots of hills
All in all, one of the nicest courses I've played in the Sandhills.
May 3, 2013Pittsboro course is a favoriteMore Our Take: Gerald Owens
Chapel Ridge in Pittsboro is one of the more beautiful courses in this area, especially when the leaves turn in October.
Mar 19, 2013
- Our Take: Joe Ovies
- Highly touted Wiggins will make low key announcement
Highly touted basketball recruit Andrew Wiggins is set to announce his decision on where he will sign Tuesday.
May 13, 2013Twitter, Le Batard shine light on absurdity of MVP voting
Voting for the obvious choice isn't sexy and fun, but sometimes it's the only choice. LeBron James was that only choice this season in the NBA.
May 6, 2013Guilty until proven innocent in eyes of NCAAMore Our Take: Joe Ovies
Nobody wanted to talk about how Lance Thomas managed a $30,000 down payment on nearly $100,000 worth of jewelry.
May 1, 2013
- Our Take: Aaron Schoonmaker
- Canes demise found in key injuries, not man-games lost
The Carolina Hurricanes did not fall off the deep end this season because of too many injuries; they landed a couple rungs above the cellar floor (among other reasons) because key players were injured at inopportune times and the fill-ins weren't up to the task.
Apr 29, 2013Raleigh's Hadley writes his way up golf's pro ranks
Raleigh native Chesson Hadley is an expecting father, an impromptu comedian, a frequent blogger and a full-time golfer. He's knocking on the door of the PGA Tour and he can tell you all about it.
Apr 20, 2013Bulls get fundamental to win home openerMore Our Take: Aaron Schoonmaker
The Durham Bulls defeated the Gwinnett Braves Monday night in a baseball fan's baseball game. A 2-1 Bulls win on opening night at Durham Bulls Athletic Park was defined by patience, strategy, good pitching and timely offense.
Apr 9, 2013
- Our Take: Nick Stevens
- An Orange County sweep
Friday was a good day to be a track and field athlete from Orange County.
May 17, 2013Griffin dominates, Pinecrest ends Wake County run in golf
Ben Griffin of East Chapel Hill was the only local boys golfer to win a championship at any level this year.
May 14, 2013Western teams dominate 3-A trackMore Our Take: Nick Stevens
For much of the day on Saturday, teams from the western part of the state dominated the 3-A track and field state championships.
May 13, 2013
- Our Take: Erin Summers
- NBA playoffs: Entertainment on all levels
The NBA playoffs are still in the first round but that hasn't kept them from being highly entertaining on all levels.
May 4, 2013Defense key for Duke against Michigan State
When Duke and Michigan State face each other in the Sweet 16 Friday night, fans will get an entertaining battle between two of the greatest programs and coaches in the game.
Mar 29, 2013Duke focusing on future instead of pastMore Our Take: Erin Summers
The Duke Blue Devils are focusing on the game ahead instead of on an early exit from the 2012 NCAA tournament.
Mar 22, 2013
- Our Take: Mark Thomas
- Triangle players getting ready for the NFL show
Many college players from this area either got drafted or signed free agent contracts with NFL teams. For those players, it's a dream come true. You're going to have an opportunity to suit up and get paid a king's ransom to play a kids game.
May 2, 2013Pack preparing for Kay Yow Spring Game
Spring practice is coming to an end for college football. For the Wolfpack, there is an anticipated build up to the Kay Yow Spring Game with new head coach Dave Doeren and his staff.
Apr 10, 2013Gottfried aware of gaps in Pack offenseMore Our Take: Mark Thomas
Mark Gottfried is getting prepared for next season. It ends and begins just that fast for a college basketball coach.
Mar 27, 2013
- Our Take: Caulton Tudor
- Tudor: Wiggins a symbol of ACC weakness
There's evidence to indicate the ACC's recruiting clout has slipped to the extent that Tobacco Road cornerstones Duke and North Carolina are finding it more difficult to reach Final Fours.
May 17, 2013Hamilton's struggles continue in 1-for-5 outing
Josh Hamilton's 1-for-5 performance Wednesday in a 9-5 loss to Kansas City saw his batting average dip to .213.
May 16, 2013Hamilton's move to Angels hardly heavenly thus farMore Our Take: Caulton Tudor
In Los Angeles, Josh Hamilton thus far is learning that while the money may be guaranteed, continued success at the plate is not.
May 15, 2013
- Our Take: Bull City Summer
- Bull City Summer goes beyond the game of baseball
The creators of Bull City Summer explain that spending the summer at a ballpark is not necessary about the game of baseball rather encompasses a spiritual experience.
May 15, 2013Baseball begs to be documented
Our team of writers and photographers has been at the ballpark - and beyond - from the very first home game of the season: taking pitches, taking pictures.
May 10, 2013Stephenson returns to NC roots for Bull City SummerMore Our Take: Bull City Summer
North Carolina native and longtime Triangle resident Sam Stephenson is directing a project to chronicle spirit and music of a single season with the nation's most famous minor-league team.
May 2, 2013
- Our Take: Canes Corner
- Canes recall Tim Wallace from Charlotte
The Carolina Hurricanes recalled forward Tim Wallace from the Charlotte Checkers Wednesday, President and General Manager Jim Rutherford announced.
Apr 24, 2013Jared Staal to join older brothers with Hurricanes
Three Staals will take the ice for the Carolina Hurricanes Thursday against the New York Rangers, as the team announced Thursday that right winger Jared Staal has been recalled from the Charlotte Checkers.
Apr 24, 2013Nash, Wallace reassigned to Charlotte for playoffsMore Our Take: Canes Corner
The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Wednesday that center Riley Nash and forward Tim Wallace have been reassigned to the Charlotte Checkers and will join the American Hockey League affiliate for the Calder Cup playoffs.
Apr 24, 2013
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