‘Sports’ Archives
Shaquille O’Neal engagement from better to worst?
Is this the Mrs. O'Neal to be?????Like the sound of vuvuzela at a World Cup game, the blogosphere is buzzing with unconfirmed rumors that Shaquille O'Neal, 38 year-old and Nicole Nikki Alexander, 28 year-old, also known as Hoopz got engaged. Rumors has it that he got [Read More]
What Does NBA Hall of Famers Think About LeBron Decision
/NBA Hall of Famers Pippen and MaloneDuring Friday's interview with some of NBA legendary members of the Class of 2010, they were asked what they thought about LeBron James' decision to join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami. Following are responses from [Read More]
NBA Legends Talked About LeBron James Miami Decision
Karl Malone and Scottie PippenDuring Friday's interview with some of NBA legendary members of the Class of 2010, they were asked what they thought about LeBron James' decision to join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami. Following are responses from Karl [Read More]
Michael Jordan presents Scottie Pippen For Hall of Fame
Scottie Pippen, Basketball Hall of Fame 2010 InducteeTonight Scottie Pippen will be formally inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Pippen will be presented by Michael Jordan, his teammate of nine seasons with the Bulls. During an earlier news conference at the Naismith [Read More]
U.S.A Versus Brazil Soccer Match in Rutherford, N.J.
By: Charles S. Mombo Today, Tuesday, Aug. 10, the much anticipated soccer game between the United States and Brazil has already sold more than 65,000 tickets. Today, Tuesday, Aug. 10, the much anticipated soccer Bookmark ChocolateCity.cc Hide Sites $$('div.d3061').each( [Read More]
Gay upsets Usain Bolt, the Jamaican Born Sprinter
Tyson Gay upsets Usain Bolt, the Jamaican Born SprinterOn Friday, Usain Bolt, 24 year-old, got an early and unpleasant August 21st birthday present from Tyson Gay, 28 year-old who give himself a pleasant August 9th happy birthday present. Gay, the American sprinter beat [Read More]
Mike Tyson to change everything he dislikes about himself
Iron Mike Tyson, the former heavy weight world boxing championIron Mike Tyson, the former heavy weight world boxing champion recently made a stop by ESPN radio for an interview. He opened up about his part in the successful comedy, “The Hangover.” When [Read More]
LeBron James Akron Thank You ad Upsets Cleveland
LeBron James Akron Thanks You ad Upsets ClevelandLeBron James' so-called former fans in Cleveland are still pissed and continue to question his personal decision to move on. James' recent ad placed in his hometown's newspaper, the Akron Beacon Journal, [Read More]
Caster Semenya South African Track Star is ready and set
After 9 months, the International Amateur Athletics Federation (IAAF) has finally cleared Caster Semenya, 19 year-old, to compete as a female. Male, female or a combination of both? Well, after 9 months, the International Amateur Athletics Federation (IAAF) finally cleared [Read More]
Body found to be that of Missing former NBA player Lorenzen Wright
Memphis police is awaiting dental records to determine if body found in Memphis is that of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright. Memphis police is awaiting dental records to positively determine if a body found in the woods southeast of Memphis is that of former NBA player [Read More]
Chris Paul Honors Contract and Stays with New Orleans Hornets
New Orleans Hornets Chris PaulEarlier this month, New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul, 25 year-old, requested to be traded. Although Paul cannot opt out of his contract for two years, he requested to be dealt to either the New York Knicks or Orlando Magic. In 2008, [Read More]
NBA player Lorenzen Wright Family Filed Missing Person Report
The family of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has reported him missingThe family of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has reported him missing after disappearing last Sunday. Wright was reportedly last seen in the Memphis area before he was to board a flight out of town. [Read More]
NBA Shawne Williams charged with driving on a suspended license
Memphis police is reporting that former NBA player Shawne Williams and Kareem Cooper, a former University of Memphis teammate, were arrested Friday. According to police report, Williams was pulled over because he was not wearing a seat belt while driving his Dodge Charger. [Read More]
Chicago Bulls Signs C.J. Watson
CJ Watson signes with the Chicago Bulls On Monday, the Chicago Bulls added Golden State Warriors' Charles Akeem Watson, Jr. (C.J. Watson) to its roster.Watson is now the Bulls' fourth newest addition along with Carlos Boozer, Ronnie Brewer and Kyle Korver. [Read More]
LeBron James Stolen No. 23 Pendant Resurfaced on Ebay
LeBron James Stolen No. 23 Cleveland Cavaliers Jersey Pendant Resurfaces on EbayIn this country been in possession of property obtained by crime or knowing that the property was stolen is usually prosecuted as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the value of the stolen [Read More]
Dan Gilbert and LeBron James a pimp-prostitute relationship?
Wikipedia defines the word pimp as an agent for prostitutes who lives off their earnings. The pimp-prostitute relationship can be abusive, with the pimp using techniques such as psychological intimidation, manipulation and physical force to control the prostitutes he sends [Read More]
LeBron Joins Heat with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh
LeBron made his decision – he will join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami. Bookmark ChocolateCity.cc Hide Sites $$('div.d2570').each( function(e) { e.visualEffect('slide_up',{duration:0.5}) }); [Read More]
Quanis Phillips Shot at Michael Vick Birthday Party
The Police Department of Virginia Beach, Virginia is reporting that a birthday party being held for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick at a local nightclub,Guadalajara on 4611 Columbus Street, broke out into a gunfight around 2:15 a.m. On last Friday. Several news [Read More]
Chicago Judge issued Arrest Warrant for NBA Player Eddy Curry
According to documents obtained from the Circuit Court in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois; Judge Alexander White has issued an arrest warrant in contempt of court against New York Knicks' player Eddy Curry, 28 year-old. Curry reportedly missed a $200,000 hush money [Read More]
World Cup Referee Koman Colibaly Robbed the US
An apparent foul and questionable call by referee Koman Colibaly robbed the United States of her victory today over Slovenia at Ellis Park in South Africa. The Americans pulled ahead in the 84th minute on a Maurice Edu goal off a Landon Donovan free kick, but referee [Read More]
South Africa and FIFA Welcome World Cup Fans
Photo by Getty Images South African midfielder Siphiwe Tshabalala celebrates after scoring against Mexico Earlier today, World Cup fans in Johannesburg, South Africa were awoken to a partly cloudy and cold day. Despite the overcast, they refused to allow the weather to [Read More]
Chicago Blackhawks wins Hockey League Stanley Cup
(Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) Chicago Blackhawks National Hockey League 2009-2010 championChicago Blackhawks wins the 2009-2010 Stanley Cup Championship. National Hockey League (NHL) Commissioner Gary Bettman presents Jonathan Toews #19 of the Chicago Blackhawks with [Read More]
Blackhawks Expected to Kick Flyers Puck Tonight!
Blackhawks girl on ice The City That Works is in a festive mood. The Chicago Blackhawks have worked their behinds off and are about to reap the benefits of their hard work. The festive mood can be seen from the dyeing of the water at the Daley Plaza fountain and the [Read More]
Chicago’s Blackhawks playoff run scores big bucks for local businesses
Photographed by: Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images Blackhawks center Dustin ByfuglienWhile the Bulls and Blackhawks fans sort of argue amongst themselves over Michael Jordan's statue temporary change of jersey, the Blackhawks playoff run is scoring big bucks for local [Read More]
Should The Cavaliers Pay Whatever LaBron James Wants?
NBA MVP and Cleveland Cavaliers’ LaBron JamesThere is a giant banner near Quicken Loans Arena located in downtown Cleveland that reads: "Born here. Raised here. Plays here. Stays here." The banner is in reference to the MVP LeBron James’ pending contract. [Read More]
Is NBA David Stern Heavy-Handed and Dictatorial?
Dwight Howard Magic Center Photo Source: OrlandoMagic.com The First Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits among other things, infringing on the freedom of speech of its citizens. It seems that the National Basketball Association (NBA) under the leadership of [Read More]
President Obama Repealed Bush’s Title IX Policy
By: Charles S. Mombo Malcolm X College Lady Hawks Photo Source:malcolmx.ccc.eduOn Tuesday, President Obama repealed George Bush's policy that required colleges and universities to rely on an e-mail survey as a scale for measuring women's interest in sports. Title [Read More]
Marion Jones Goes to the Court After Track and Field
The talented Marion Jones gets a second change at another professional sportI am not sure who recorded it, but there is a song out there that says, “No you can't keep a good man down, no.” Some thought that after losing five Olympic medals for using [Read More]
Paucity of African-Americans in the Winter Olympics
Shani Davis - speedskating OlympianFour years ago, during the February opening of the 2006 Winter Olympics Games in Torino, Italy; Brian Gumbel compared the Games to a GOP convention. In his own words: Finally tonight, the Winter Games. Count me among those who don't [Read More]
Serena Williams After Victory: Billie, We Are Tied
Photo Credit: Rick Rycroft/Associated Press Chocolate City congratulates Serena Williams on winning her 5th Australian Open titleWe congratulate Serena Williams on winning her 5th Australian Open title. Serena put an end to Justine Henin’s hopes of winning a Grand [Read More]
The Impact of Tiger Woods Endorsement on Consumers
By Charles S. Mombo Tiger Woods in a Gillette AdMarital infidelity will always lead to a loss-loss situation. Victor Stango and Christopher Knittel, two University of California, Davis, professors recently found from research that losses to businesses and shareholders due [Read More]
Mark Ingram Wins University of Alabama First Heisman
Photo Source: Pool photo by Kelly Kline Congratulations to Mark Ingram and the University of Alabama family for winning the 75th Heisman Memorial Trophy. Ingram was selected on December 12, 2009. The sophomore running back of the Crimson Tide was selected as the Most [Read More]
Tiger Take Indefinite Break from Professional Golf
Tiger knees According to a press release on Eldrick Tiger Woods' website, he will be taking an indefinite break from professional golf. I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children. I [Read More]
Tiger Woods Strange Car Accident
Tiger Woods and Family Photo Credit: WireImage.comDuring the early hours of Friday, November 27th, Tiger Woods was involved in an apparent one-man car accident. What appears to be unusual is the circumstances surrounding the accident and how the story continues to change as [Read More]
Abdul-Jabbar Has CML
Abdul-Jabbar has Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CMLAccording to former Los Angeles Lakers player and NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, he was diagnosed with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) last December. Known for being a very private person, he decided to go [Read More]
A Kardashian Doctrine for Black Men?
Newly wed - Khloe Kardashian and Lamar OdomUnless you've had your head in the sand you might have heard about the Bush Doctrine. Bookmark ChocolateCity.cc Hide Sites $$('div.d1618').each( function(e) { e.visualEffect('slide_up',{duration:0.5}) }); [Read More]
Former Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan is a Worthy Inductee
Michael Jordan and friend arrive at the ceremonyChicago Bull’s former superstar Michael Jeffrey Jordan was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in a ceremony in Springfield, Massachusetts. Jordan, 46 year-old is considered to be the game’s greatest player. [Read More]
Caster Semenya gets a makeover – How You Like Me Now
Madeup Caster Semenya appeared on the September 10th issue of the South African magazine, You.Caster Semenya, the South African 18 year-old track star got a little makeover for a spread in the the September 10th issue of the South African magazine, You. Bookmark [Read More]
Republican Party – Great White Hope Only Need Apply
Lynn Jenkin - Republican Congresswoman from KansasLynn Jenkin, a Republican congresswoman from Kansas recently said that the Republican Party need a "great white hope who is white" to stop President Obama’s policy agenda. Bookmark ChocolateCity.cc Hide Sites [Read More]
Caster Semenya to Undergo Gender Verification Test
Semenya Caster celebrates after winning the women's world 800 meters title. The best in the world this year. Gone are the days when a male or female did not need to do much to prove their real sex. It was simply a matter of lifting one skirt or dropping one pants. It used [Read More]
Why Plaxico Burress and not Dick Cheney?
Former New York Giants star Plaxico Burress, 31-year-oldThey say Lady Justice is blindfolded, but I am starting to believe that she occasionally peeps through her blindfold with with one eye open. There is a perception that low tolerance, lack of patience and lack of [Read More]
Should Michael Vick be reinstated into the NFL?
Vick's federal dogfighting sentence ended on Monday, freeing him to lobby for a return to playing football.eve Helber)On Monday, former Atlantic Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was released from federal custody. Vick served 23-months for operating an illegal dogfighting [Read More]
McNair was killed by girlfriend while asleep on couch
Steve McNairDuring a Wednesday’s press conference in Nashville, Tennessee, police confirmed that Sahel Kazemi, 20 year-old, killed former Tennessee Titan and Baltimore Raven star player Steve McNair 36 year-old by shooting him four times before taking a seat next to [Read More]
Steve McNair shot in the head
Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair, 36 year-old was found dead – shot multiple times including twice in the head, by a semiautomatic pistol, Nashville police said. Authorities stopped short of saying it was a murder-suicide committed by his 20 year-old [Read More]
Wayman Tisdale, musician and former NBA Star is dead
Wayman Tisdale, former NBA star and jazz musician Photo Source:WaymanTisdale.comWayman Tisdale, 44-year-old, former NBA star and one of today’s baddest jazz musician died on Friday after coping with cancer. Tisdale, died in a Tulsa, Oklahoma, hospital, after having [Read More]
Former Bulls Randy Brown Ordered to Auction NBA Ring
Bulls Championship Ring Source: www.westauction.comFormer Bulls guard Randy Brown was ordered by a judge to auction his three championship rings. Also as part of the bankruptcy filing, Brown is surrendering the million-dollar home he owns in Naperville, Illinois and a pair [Read More]
Resolution to undo U.S. racist crime against boxer John Johnson
John Arthur “Jack” Johnson, the first African American World Heavyweight Boxing ChampionOn April 1, Senator John McCain (R-AZ) and Representative Peter King (R-NY) introduced a resolution to pardon John Arthur “Jack” Johnson, the first African [Read More]
Chicago School bans visiting fans from sport events
The Public League of the Chicago Public School (CPS) announced that it is taking striking and necessary actions by banning fans of visiting teams from attending sports events. This dramatic measure is to curb a rash of violence that has erupted at CPS basketball games. [Read More]
Michael Vick’s Attorneys – No Court-Appointed Trustee
Michael VickA committee representing all imprisoned NFL quarterback Michael Vick’s debtors has proposed a plan to pay off his debt. However, a judge have scheduled a hearing for mid-December on the appointment of a trustee, which Vick’s attorneys oppose. [Read More]
Allen Iverson reduces home price to $3.999M
It has been a year now since Denver Nuggets guard Allen Iverson put his Villanova, Pennsylvania home on the market. At that time the 14,000 square foot home located at 800 Chateau Ln, Villanov, PA 19085-2070 was on sale for $5 million. Today, the home is being [Read More]
African American Freestylist Cullen Jones Wins Gold
Cullen Jones, 24-year-old, African American Bronx native is only the second African American swimmer to win a gold medal. He won the 400-meter freestyle relay at the Beijing Games. Anthony Ervin In 2000, was the first African American swimmer to make the US Olympic team. At [Read More]
Donaghy: I brought shame on myself and family
Folding his arms but showing no other emotion, the 41-year-old Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy apologized to the court by saying "I brought shame on myself and my family," during his sentencing today in Brooklyn federal court. Tim Donaghy pleaded guilty in [Read More]
