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  • U.S. Presidents Bracket

    U.S. Presidents Bracket

    My fellow colleague Michael Geiselhart wrote an article a while back called The Most Athletic Presidents. It intrigued me to the point where since I am going to be a history teacher one day, I thought it would be a fun idea to incorporate the U.S. Presidency into a March Madness Bracket. The bracket I have used… Read more

  • What actually is the NCAA?

    What actually is the NCAA?

    These four letters invoke some of the most polarizing views in sports: N. C. A. A. On one side, you have what many see as one of the purest forms of sports. The passion of the fanbases and pure determination of the athletes produces a level of pageantry not seen in any other facet of… Read more

  • The Top Ten Quarterbacks Facing the Most Pressure

    The Top Ten Quarterbacks Facing the Most Pressure

    I gotta give it to Colin Cowherd. The man knows how to pick a simple topic and run with it. A while ago on his show, he discussed the top ten quarterbacks that are facing the most pressure going into the 2019 season. His picks were good, but I feel they could be improved upon.… Read more

  • Doc Rivers STILL has it

    Doc Rivers STILL has it

    Beyond the Arc by Ben Fiore   Before the 2018-2019 NBA season started, ESPN predicted the Los Angeles Clippers to win a total of 33 games.  Last night, they just clinched a playoff spot.  They are currently (45-30), and holding strong at the 5th spot in the west.  I owe this success to the superb… Read more

  • The Vault: Week 8

    The Vault: Week 8

    Welcome to The Vault, the weekly blog post that takes a look back at some of the best (and worst) jerseys throughout sports history. Each week, a classic set of threads each from the sports of football, basketball, hockey, baseball, and soccer will be revisited.  All submissions are welcome by messaging @tftb_smalls on IG. Football:… Read more

  • Gronk is the Goat, Plain and Simple

    Gronk is the Goat, Plain and Simple

    It was like it was yesterday….walking with my parents on a brisk Sunday afternoon, having left The Porch up in Schenley Park after a lovely family meal. Happiness spread throughout the cosmos, as I actually ordered some tofu shit and loved it. Then……then my phone buzzed. On a serious note, we get to say goodbye… Read more