Category Archives: ORGANIZATIONS

Ohio State players took money at charity event

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The 3 OSU players who took approximately $200 at a charity dinner have been suspended by the school and even though the school thought that they would be reinstated by the the NCAA in time for the Buckeye’s game against … finish reading Ohio State players took money at charity event

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Sports Philanthropy Association hosts inaugural Golf Challenge September 26th in Chicago

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Sports Philanthropy Association is hosting its Inaugural Golf Outing on Monday, September 26, 2011 with proceeds going to benefit its Kick Start program as well as the Sports Philanthropy Foundation. The event will be held at the Royal Country Club of … finish reading Sports Philanthropy Association hosts inaugural Golf Challenge September 26th in Chicago

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HOF speeches truly special this year

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Every year when (if) you watch the HOF induction speeches at Canton, Ohio you see a mix of reflection, thankfulness, appreciation and teaching.  After hearing many of them, the stories are always interesting but few of them really reach out … finish reading HOF speeches truly special this year

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AYK: Michael Beasley shoves fan in face at playground game

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Kevin Durant has taken his talents on a tour of NYC playgrounds and his games have really received overwhelmingly positive publicity, until now. An overflow crowd jamming every available vantage point watched as Durant’s team lost to Michael Beasley’s team.  … finish reading AYK: Michael Beasley shoves fan in face at playground game

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Reggie Bush Heisman Trophy still not returned

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite promises to return his Heisman Trophy, Reggie Bush’s trophy has still not been returned to the Heisman Trust. USC has returned its copy but Bush’s trophy is still being held in storage at the San Diego Hall of Champions, museum … finish reading Reggie Bush Heisman Trophy still not returned

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Sports Philanthropy Night at the Chicago Slaughter

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

CHICAGO SLAUGHTER TO HOLD SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NIGHT TO BENEFIT KICK START FOUNDATION (Deerfield, Illinois)  The Chicago Slaughter have teamed with the Sports Philanthropy Foundation to hold a night to benefit the Kick Start Foundation on Saturday, June 4, 2011 against … finish reading Sports Philanthropy Night at the Chicago Slaughter

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Richard Dent owes IRS over $1.1 million

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Newly elected Hall of Famer Richard Dent owes more than $1.1 million in delinquent federal taxes to the IRS, according to public records and a report by the Detroit News. The former Chicago Bears defensive end had a $1,160,056 tax … finish reading Richard Dent owes IRS over $1.1 million

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Bradshaw talks concussions and memory loss

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Concussions ramped up again in focus the last few days as a flurry of activity is going on regarding legislation. Steelers legend Terry Bradshaw was the latest to join the group tell the AP that he’s feeling the effects of … finish reading Bradshaw talks concussions and memory loss

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Is Cam Newton criticism racially motivated?

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You can really look at this two ways.  Every single top 5 draft pick endures ENORMOUS scrutiny as the draft approaches and their strengths, weaknesses, behaviors and conduct are micro-analyzed to the point of absurdity. So calling scrutiny racially motivated … finish reading Is Cam Newton criticism racially motivated?

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Wilpon’s dealing with lots of Madoff related issues

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems like every time you turn around there is a new story about the Wilpon’s and the fallout from their dealing with Madoff. First we have hearing about how the trustee calculated amounts due from the Wilpons. Then we … finish reading Wilpon’s dealing with lots of Madoff related issues

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NFL labor issues impact runs many directions

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

So who is impacted the most by the NFL labor stoppage? Some would say the owners.  Some would say the players.  Many would say the fans. But when you look around at all of the business impacts, there are many … finish reading NFL labor issues impact runs many directions

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Did Hall of Fame get the class right?

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lots of discussion about the players left out. With a strong class of nominees, only 4 of the modern era players were selected: Richard Dent Marshall Faulk Deion Sanders Shannon Sharpe While there was little criticism of Faulk and Sanders, … finish reading Did Hall of Fame get the class right?

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Top 11 for 2011: Perjury trials–Bonds and Clemens

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It will be an interesting year as the sports trials focus on two significant perjury cases:  Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds. Barry Bonds trial is scheduled to start March 21st in San Francisco Roger Clemens trial is slated to start … finish reading Top 11 for 2011: Perjury trials–Bonds and Clemens

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PAC targets Orange Bowl; seeks IRS involvement

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Playoff PAC has brought the Orange Bowl into its sites with a focus on the Orange Bowl Summer Splash. Playoff PAC filed a complaint with the IRS regarding the cruise hosted by Orange Bowl organizers for athletic directors and conference … finish reading PAC targets Orange Bowl; seeks IRS involvement

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Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Augusta National is entering a new generation.   The club has probably leaped 3 generations ahead over the last 3 years.   It has gone from a place that would not even allow a telecast of all of the holes, to now … finish reading Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

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Roy Kessel’s Top Ten Stories for 2010

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Roy Kessel

There were lots of stories that didn’t make the cut.   Many of them might have been bigger news stories or received more coverage.  But these are the stories that we have selected as the ones that had the most impact … finish reading Roy Kessel’s Top Ten Stories for 2010

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No surprise: Newton wins Heisman in a landslide

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Roy Kessel

It was actually a greater landslide than expected.  Cam Newton received 729 first place votes out of 886 that were cast.  What is most interesting is the 105 voters left him completely out of their Top 3.  This means if … finish reading No surprise: Newton wins Heisman in a landslide

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Will Heisman voters leave Cam Newton off their ballots?

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The Heisman Trust contains a clause that references integrity in its mission statement.  How seriously that issue will be applied remains to be seen.  It will be an interesting vote because there is absolutely no question that based on performance … finish reading Will Heisman voters leave Cam Newton off their ballots?

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OJ conviction upheld

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The Nevada Supreme Court declined to hear OJ Simpson’s appeal of his conviction for armed robbery and kidnapping resulting from his gun wielding incident. The AP report explains the grounds on which one of Simpson’s co-defendants is going to be … finish reading OJ conviction upheld

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NASCAR Hall of Fame attendence weak

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Roy Kessel

When estimates are not accurate, you can blame the economy or acknowledge that the methodology used to project the attendence were flawed.  Whatever the reason, the funds needed to operate a Hall of Fame are signficant and NASCAR has now … finish reading NASCAR Hall of Fame attendence weak

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