Normally, my Suddenly it makes sense posts are very tongue in cheek but this German football (soccer) commercial which is making the rounds on facebook was developed to raise awareness and fight homophobia in the sport. The advertisement not only gets my attention (and kudos) but definitely makes me think I should probably watch a bit more of this sport.
Rafael “Rafa” Nadal from Spain won a record 7th French Open in a four set match that had repeated stops due to rain and spanned two days. With this win, Nadal has now surpassed Sweden’s Bjorn Borg’s record and tied the record held by American, Chris Evert, for the most French Open titles. It’s hard to imagine this 26 year old not winning another in his career an d one can only imagine how many French Open Championships he’ll collect in his career. Well done Rafa.
I won’t even begin to pretend that I understand lacrosse which was originally played by Native Americans, but I’m starting to understand it’s appeal. I have no idea who this lacrosse player is but I feel like we could quickly become BFFs; at least I like to think that.
Its a shame they wear such bulky helmets which hide how handsome they are but I suppose if I was faced with an aggressive, testosterone laden 200 lbs man running at me with a stick I’d want to have a helmet too. LOL, having just read that last sentence, I feel like I should immediately find out where the next game is being played in Boston.
Thanks to Matthew over at Giants, Cowboys, Football, Rugby and Life for bringing this to my attention. I’ve always thought of myself as a “legs” guy so after seeing this photo of Luke McAlister’s “Thunder Thighs” I was reminded that I need to go over and watch a Boston Rugby Club game this summer.
I’m more of a tennis enthusiast, but after seeing a few photos of the very handsome Rocky Carson, one of the best racquetball players in the US, I’m starting to get a deeper appreciation for this odd sport.
Look past the funny eye wear and try not to chuckle too much at the irony of men in tight spaces whacking the crap out of their little blue balls and you too may gain a sudden appreciation.
100 Years ago on April 20, 1912, Fenway Park opened to the public. The future grandfather of President John F. Kennedy and Mayor of Boston, John F. “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald, threw out the opening pitch for the game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Highlanders (the team was renamed the New York Yankees the following year).
In an age where cities and sports teams view their ballparks as disposable assets, Fenway and its sister park Wrigley Field in Chicago stand apart. Both are beautiful examples of how the homes of sports teams can create and build a cult following. Make no mistake that much of the mystique that surrounds the Red Sox is due to its hallowed home, Fenway Park. And what a beautiful home it is.
One of the most inspirational live sporting events to see in person
The Red Sox start their first home series of the year against Tampa Bay, and I’ve just been invited to join neighbors to the Patriot’s Day game.
For those unfamiliar, Patriot’s Day is one of those unique holidays that Boston and surrounding communities celebrate. It is also the day The Boston Marathon is run. The entire city comes alive with fans pouring into the city to watch the Red Sox alongside tens of thousands of runners and enthusiasts who pack Boston to cheer on or participate in the oldest (and one of the most difficult) marathons in the world.
I can hardly wait for Patriot’s Day on Monday, April 16th.
Look who is on the cover of the Improper Bostonian this week. I prefer this photo to the cover. The Red Sox home opener is in 14 days.
One month from today is Opening Day at Fenway Park. At 2:05pm local time the Boston Red Sox will host the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and this city will be abuzz with excitement.
Tim Wakefield announced his retirement from Major League Baseball today. Aside from being the longest serving player on the Red Sox with 17 seasons under his belt (he started playing for the team in 1995), he is a man who has shown a lot of class in a sport better known for players who do the exact opposite.
Wakefield may go down as one of my all-time favorite Red Sox players. His knuckle ball could confound teams (esp. the New York Yankees) and was so much fun to watch. I will definitely miss this man who had more than 200 career wins with the Red Sox.
Above from left to right: my father, my brother Tim, my partner Sergio, me, and my brother-in-law Travis.
This past Saturday I went to see the UNH / Merrimack College hockey game. The evening out and hockey tickets were a Christmas gift from my father. In lieu of buying us things for Christmas, he has started planning things we can do together, and I have to admit I far prefer having these “dates”. Each year its a guaranteed great evening.
More seeds fell in the second round of the 2012 Australian Open. Not only did the US lose their highest ranking seed, Mardy Fish, but perhaps the most famous American male tennis player still active, Andy Roddick, had to retire in the third set of the second round. I won’t list all the seeds that dropped but here are a few men who won’t be gracing ESPN 2 in later rounds of the tournament.
Mardy Fish from USA – Ranked 8
Nicolas Almagro from Spain – Ranked 10
Andy Roddick from USA – Ranked 15
Alex Bogomolov from Russia – Ranked 32
One month from today pitchers and catchers for the Boston Red Sox must report for spring training, and I couldn’t be happier or more excited to have the 2012 baseball season start.
This will be an historic year for the Boston Red Sox or to be more specific their home / our home, Fenway Park. On April 20, 1912 Fenway Park opened for business and its been the home for the Red Sox and the heart of Red Sox nation ever since.
Plus I needed a plausible excuse to post this picture which makes my jaw drop.
BosGuy 