RIP EDDIE AIKAU Quicksilver’s Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau aka ‘The Eddie’ is named for the North Shore’s first lifeguard and legendary surfer, who was lost at sea in 1978. It’s one of the most rare, exclusive surfing contests in the world, occurring only when the waves in Oahu’s Waimea Bay exceed…
Have you ever watched a video that just grips you? You know the ones that make you choked-up because you can feel the anguish and pain of the situation? The tragedy at Zandvoort had this impact on me today. The worst part was that it was completely avoidable, making it all the more frustrating to…
Exactly three weeks into the 2009-2010 campaign and the Brooklyn New Jersey Nets have yet to win a game, the Atlanta Hawks sit atop the Eastern Conference, and rookie phenom Brandon Jennings set multiple records with his recent 55-point outburst, including: – Most points by a rookie since Earl “The Pearl” dropped 56 in an…
The former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world has a lot to say. Certainly one of the most quotable athletes in recent memory, the Sifter reflects on the musings of Mike Tyson. Below you will find a small collection of motivational quotes to inspire, compel and educate. Follow Tyson’s guiding principles and you too…
AP Photo/Brandon Wade Jerry’s World The Dallas Cowboys new stadium of course! First conceived 15 years ago, owner Jerry Jones has finally realized his vision of creating an entertainment Mecca in the city of Arlington, Texas. The stadium will also host College bowl games, major concerts, the 2011 Super Bowl and any…
“There’s no ‘I’ in Team” “No one can whistle a symphony. It takes an orchestra to play it” “Together Everyone Achieves More” We’ve all heard the cliches about teamwork and unity. How a chain is only as strong as its weakest link; that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts; and that…
The game of H.O.R.S.E is simple. Make a shot and your opponent(s) must match it. Should they fail to replicate said shot…BAM! They get a letter. First one to spell the dreaded word loses. Wagers can be placed, egos can be bruised and legends can be born. Here’s a collection of my three favourite trick…
Taking first prize at the Best Visual Illusion of the Year Contest held this past May, The Break of the Curveball submission does a fantastic job portraying a concept that you have to see to believe. Anatomy of the Curve – In the game of baseball, a pitcher stands on a mound and throws a…
Jason Kapono rookie cards – The most inaccurate portrayals ever Jason Kapono – Philadelphia 76ers – Shooter Monikers: Kapono Dragon, J-Killa, Al Kapono One of the NBA’s greatest 3 point shooters is not so great at anything else. He…
Name: KEN BLOCK Date of birth: November 21, 1967 Residence: Rancho Santa Fe, California Car: #43 Subaru Impreza WRX STI BUSINESSMAN After creating three successful skateboarding and snowboard entities: Eightball Clothing, Droors Clothing and Blunt Magazine, Ken Block co-founded…
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