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Bleeding Orange: Why 'Cuse Will Be Cutting Down The Nets Come April

by Ruth Frantz | March 3, 2010
Sports Editor

The Syracuse Orange continue to get better and better as the season progresses. Is their quick rise to the top reason to believe that they can win the NCAA tournament?
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Shotgun Spread Formation (2/1)

by Shotgun Spratling, Chris Pisar & Mohammed Rahman

LISTEN: A recap of Monday's sports from Shotgun Spratling and Chris Pisar with exclusive tennis analysis by Mohammed Rahman. [...]

In Defense Of Surfing

by Sam Osborn | January 29, 2010
Contributor

Sam Osborn, an avid surfer, explains, in his own words how even sharks, rip tides and the fear of drowning don't keep him off his board and out of the water. [...]

The All-American Basketball Alliance: Who Says White Men Can't Jump?

by Mohammed Rahman | January 27, 2010
Staff Reporter

Mohammed Rahman takes his column to a whole new level with his thoughts on the AABA and a run down of his favorites who could have played in the league. [...]

USC Begs For Sanctions With Hire of Lane Kiffin

by Kevin Patra | January 13, 2010
Senior Editor

The problem with Kiffin is not that he spent one mediocre season head coaching Tennessee. It's that USC is swimming in NCAA violations -- so why bring in a loudmouth hothead who's already had his fair share of run-ins with the NCAA?
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Trojan Nation Reacts: Pete Carroll Is Scorned

by Callie Schweitzer | January 12, 2010
Staff Reporter

The same day Pete Carroll's move to Seattle became final, USC students and alumni went online to publicly scorn their previous football god. Shouldn't Trojan fans be thankful for Carroll's dedication to SC? [...]

Tiger Wood's Haters Revel In Controversy

by Mohammed Rahman | December 3, 2009
Staff Reporter

Did he or didn't he? Mohammed Rahman's view of the Tiger Woods crash, and what he hopes it means for Tiger's fans. [...]

Vince Young And Kobe Bryant, A Winning Connection

by Dave Dulberg | December 1, 2009
Staff Reporter

Vince Young's career seemed to be sacked after some troubled times led to his benching and almost quitting football. But some inspiration from an unlikely source has helped him regain his swagger. [...]

The Pump Fake: USC Sports Edition

by Kevin Patra and J.David | December 1, 2009

The Sports Union's Kevin Patra and J.David break down USC sports. This week, they discuss the terrible USC-UCLA game and the controversial last play. They also talk about the growing divide between the mens and womens basketball teams and look forward to the weekend's volleyball tournament. [...]

NFL: The Midway Point

by Mohammed Rahman | November 25, 2009
Staff Reporter

Thanksgiving is a logical point to gauge the season so far and see trends looking forward. Predictions, thoughts, hypotheses, etc. on each team going from the worst team to the best.
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The Pump Fake: USC Sports Edition

by Kevin Patra and J.David | November 24, 2009

The Sports Union's Kevin Patra and J.David break down USC Sports. This week they preview the USC-UCLA game, discuss the plummeting USC basketball program and give out some sports roasts. [...]

Why Are We Comparing Boxing to MMA?

by Mohammed Rahman | November 19, 2009
Staff Reporter

Both MMA and Boxing happen to have guys throwing punches. But after that there isn't much else to compare.
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The Pump Fake: USC Football, Basketball and Volleyball

by Kevin Patra and J.David | November 16, 2009

The Sports Union's Kevin Patra and J.David break down USC Sports. From the collapse of football invincibility, to new basketball coaches, to USC Volleyball victories. [...]

A Tribute To Sports Veterans

by Mohammed Rahman | November 11, 2009
Staff Reporter

Veterans Day is a time to remember those who have put their lives at risk for their country. There are many sports heroes who have sacrificed much for the love of the USA. [...]

Week In Review: Sinatra Style

by John Collins | November 9, 2009
Staff Reporter

In honor of the New York Yankees winning their 27th World Series championship, we bring you the week in review, Sinatra style. [...]

Deadspin vs. ESPN

by Ruth Franz | October 29, 2009
Staff Reporter

Deadspin has declared all-out war on ESPN, posting lurid stories of employees sex life. In the internet age, is anything fair game? [...]

Choosing Sides: Growing Up In The Middle Of Sports Chaos

by Mohammed Rahman | October 28, 2009
Staff Reporter

Some have a team thrust upon them by location or parents, others pick that always win. Yet some have very different reasons for taking sides. [...]

True Fantasy Football

by Ruth Frantz | October 27, 2009
Staff Reporter

It started as a Super Bowl halftime gimmick, but the Lingerie Football League is making waves in women's sports.
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Monday Nickleback: Weekend Roundup

by John Collins | October 26, 2009
Staff Reporter

It was a crazy Sunday, as the Yankees clinched a spot in the World Series and there was more than one blowout in the NFL. [...]

Student Athletes Exploited By Universities

by Mohammed Rahman | October 14, 2009
Staff Reporter

Student athletes are taken advantage of by many universities. Even though the exploitation is constantly under fire, there is little hope for change. [...]

Chicago Is Better Off Without Olympics

by Kevin Patra | October 12, 2009
Senior Editor

Chicago lost its bid to host the 2016 Olympic Games last Friday. While many Chicago natives are disappointed over the loss, the negative baggage the Olympic Games bring might mean losing the bid was for the best. [...]

Stream Of Sports Consciousness

by Mohammed Rahman | October 7, 2009
Staff Reporter

An overrated, but undefeated football team is getting love from seemingly everybody, and one school is forcing out its championship winning coach. [...]

Vick Signs With Nike, Allegedly

by John Adams | October 1, 2009
Staff Reporter

Michael Vick signed with Nike, according to reports. But the brand denies signing the Eagles quarterback, who spent 19 months in prison. [...]

Youth On The Run For Philadelphia Eagles

by Mohammed Rahman | September 30, 2009
Staff Reporter

The youth movement in Philadelphia is off to a solid start and has helped Eagles fans forget about losing Donovan McNabb. [...]

The Pump Fake: The Sports Union's Podcast

by Kevin Patra and J.David | September 29, 2009

The guys at The Sports Union discuss all last weekend's sports activity. From college football injuries to unseen headlines, with at least a little bit of humor. [...]

A Life-Saving Tackle

by Dave Dulberg | September 24, 2009
Staff Reporter

Athletes and guns, it's an old story that turns out the same almost every time. But when an high school football player met the barrel of the gun, he made a game-changing play. [...]

Mayweather: One Step Closer To Superfight

by Mohammed Rahman | September 24, 2009
Staff Reporter

Floyd Mayweather showed again last weekend why he is still one of the top boxers in the world. But will he get a shot at Manny Pacquiao soon? [...]

The Sports Union: Football Headlines from around the Sporting World

by J.David | September 22, 2009
Contributor

The Sports Union found football headlines from around the web. We thought they were so good we wanted to pass them on to you. [...]

Week Two Of The NFL And A College Football Upset

by John Collins | September 21, 2009
Staff Reporter

This weekend in sports brought a thrilling finish in Dallas where Jerry Mahal opened. Mark Sanchez lead the Jets to a win over New England. Oh, there was a little upset in Washington as well. Who lost that game again? [...]

McNabb's Injury Opens Door For Replacements

by Mohammed Rahman | September 16, 2009
Staff Reporter

Donovan McNabb suffered a rib injury in the Philadelphia Eagles' 38-10 victory on Sunday. The injury leaves McNabb in limbo once again, and fans questioning the future of the quarterback position. [...]

The Road To Baseball's Cy Young Recognition

by Dave Dulberg | September 15, 2009
Contributor

Texas Ranger's Pitcher Scott Feldman began the season as a middle reliever, but has worked himself into contention for the American League Cy Young award. Feldman's story is about more than just strikeouts and ERA, but about overcoming failures and never giving up.
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And A Freshman Shall Lead Them

by Kevin Patra | September 14, 2009
Senior Editor

Saturday's two biggest college football games featured two highly touted freshman quarterbacks: Both Tate Forcier and Matt Barkley overcame trouble to lead their teams to victory. [...]

Monday Morning Nickelback

by John Collins | September 14, 2009
Staff Reporter

The Monday Morning Nickelback leads you around all the top stories you might have missed over the weekend. This weekend brought us some fantastic freshman quarterbacks and the opening of the 2009 NFL season, but there were also two non-football events worth mentioning. [...]

No Goal: Soccer Hall Of Fame Closes Its Doors

by Tara Chozet | September 9, 2009
Staff Reporter

Soccer is inching toward greater recognition in this country, thanks to the droves of suburban parents who tirelessly chauffer their children to and from soccer practices and games. So why did the Hall of Fame attract less than 20,000 visitors per year?

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Allegations Against Michigan Football Highlight Problems Of "Student-Athletes"

by Ruth Frantz | September 3, 2009
Staff Reporter

The University of Michigan Football program is battling allegations of violating NCAA rules restricting mandatory practice time. The alleged violations once again spark the questions of labeling players as "student-athletes." [...]

Matt Barkley Named Trojans' Starting Quarterback

by Kevin Patra | August 27, 2009
Senior Editor

USC freshman quarterback Matt Barkley will start the season's first game. Kevin Patra called it, and he's not above a little gloating. [...]