Battle of the leaders in Takayasu and Atamifuji. Ura loses a very controversial match. More wrestlers close in on kachi-koshi. A warm day outside and air conditioned inside the Kokugikan. Fans funneled in as a big bout was scheduled today with the tournament leaders, Atamifuji and Takayasu set to do battle.Atamifuji, who is ranked Maegashira 15 on the banzuke, earned … [Read more...] about Aki Basho: Day 10 results, insight, and current standings
Navy Football: Riley Riethman Named to Ray Guy Award Great 8
Navy Football junior punter Riley Riethman has been named to the Ray Guy Award Great 8 for the second week in a row. Riethman had 5 punts for 231 yards against Memphis this past week. Riethman was able to pin the Tigers inside the 20 yard line three times in the game and had his longest punt of the day for 62 yards. Riethman also had zero touchbacks in the game. So far on … [Read more...] about Navy Football: Riley Riethman Named to Ray Guy Award Great 8
WELCOME TO THE SERENGETI: Washington Mystics vs New York Liberty Preview
The Washington Mystics are in the playoffs. It has been hell for the team, as they have dealt with many injuries. The Mystics, however, have prevailed through all the toughest moments. The Mystics face the New York Liberty in a best of three game series first round matchup. The Keys To Victory! How does Shakira Austin’s injury impact the series? Head Coach Eric … [Read more...] about WELCOME TO THE SERENGETI: Washington Mystics vs New York Liberty Preview
Aki Basho: Day 9 results, insight, and current standings
Atamifuji and Hokutofuji first to kachi-koshi (8 wins). Hoshoryu loses a tough battle which should’ve had a torinaoshi. Hokuseiho with a rare kimarite win. The arrival of fall is coming soon as the leaves begin their change in color. Atamifuji, the Maegashira 15 continues to surprise with another big victory to become the first wrestler to go kachi-koshi with today’s upset … [Read more...] about Aki Basho: Day 9 results, insight, and current standings
Opinion: Washington has a Quarterback
I have spent the majority of my life (30 years) watching the Washington football franchise struggle to find a competent quarterback to rely on as a long-term option. While the team hasn’t exactly been the equivalent of the Cleveland Browns in the QB department, they’ve been pretty darn close. It’s hard to put these words down because it makes me sad to think about, but it feels … [Read more...] about Opinion: Washington has a Quarterback