OPINION
Chip Shots: Until They Aren’t
I’ve figured out things well enough since fall 2019 to realize when athletic schedules get their tightest, a sudden inevitable lull will follow. I probably wrote a handful of columns among February, October, and May in previous years kvetching to each of you about the pace, and the packed schedule.
Chip Shots: Is The TRC Creating Problems Vs. Solving Them?
There are people who part ways with their employers, and those employers will say something like, “this gives us a chance to improve the position,” or “we aren’t going to stand in your way.”
The Penalty Box: Rhodes Leaves Legacy Of Excellence
Al Rhodes announced last week that he would no longer be coaching varsity boys basketball teams.
Chip Shots: Even In Spring, It Comes Back to Football
The NBA playoffs are in full swing, joined this week by the NHL postseason, but my interests and thoughts end up falling back against the comfort of discussing football among most weeks’ column topics.
The Penalty Box: Character In Focus During Summits At Grace
I get a lot of opportunities to speak to people.
Chip Shots: To The Sports Fans, And To The Writers
The beautiful weather this week launched a flurry of spring sports action throughout the area, and this very pleasant side of nature uncustomary in mid-April has inspired more than my opinions on sports.
The Penalty Box: Giving It And Taking It
I, like many of you, love watching basketball.
Chip Shots: New League, Future Tiger Foes Keeps This Old Dog Woofin’
I wish a joyous, blessed Easter to each of you. I’ll just consume a few favorite sweets because spring sports are getting ready to ramp up. I’ve gotta’ stay healthy for the uptick in the action, and some recent news affording the area some enjoyment of competitive football.
Chip Shots: Channeling The Pope Of Mope
Steven Morrissey, known to rock ‘n roll fans as – simply – Morrissey, is nicknamed the Pope of Mope. I feel like I’m channeling him this week in my preamble. If you are unaware of who he is, and you have not heard of his 1980’s game-changing band The Smiths, …
The Penalty Box: Baseball’s New Rules Will Take Time
Baseball is trying something new.
Chip Shots: Save The Zebras
There is a species whose attrition will trend toward endangerment unless its young can replenish the aging population: the zebra.
