Baker's Dozen

Tag: sports

  • More Than an Athlete

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    The term “More Than an Athlete” was a phrase popularized by NBA superstar Lebron James in response to Fox News Host Laura Ingraham telling him “To Shut and Dribble.” In today’s day and age, the court is more than just a place of competition—it is a venue where athletes can use their platform for change.…

  • Keeping Up With the Joneses

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    For the last 30 years, the Dallas Cowboys have failed to make the NFC Championship game—marking the new longest such streak in the NFC. Admittedly, being one of the final-four teams remaining in the NFL playoffs is not an easy feat but a deeper issue has crippled the legendary organization during their championship drought. Owner,…

  • The Rise of Collegiate and Professional Women’s Basketball

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    The phrase “I’m Him!” has been popularized by today’s youth in sports putting an emphasis on the inner confidence one has in themselves. In this article, many women within the game of basketball who are “H.E.R.” will be discussed. The 2024 Women’s NCAA Basketball Tournament provided some of the greatest moments the sport has ever…

  • Which College Football Program is the True Wide Receiver U

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    The wide receiver position has become one of the most important positions in the National Football League with offenses now deploying pass-heavy schemes. The growth and talent development within the high school and college ranks have in turn risen exponentially. Notable college programs claim their respective schools are “Wide Receiver U.” The term Wide Receiver…