When sports were real
I realized that what is missing is the contrast between two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo on the court and Alicia, a 47-year-old insurance sales agent from Milwaukee, Wisconsin sitting in the stands.
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Cal offensive lineman Jake Curhan declares for 2021 NFL draft
After five seasons in blue and gold, Cal offensive lineman Jake Curhan will say his goodbye to Memorial Stadium and take his talents to the next level, according to a tweet from the right tackle on New Year’s Eve.
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Cal football set to face UCLA after cancellation of Arizona State game
The Bears are scheduled to take on the Bruins this Sunday in Pasadena, as ASU and Utah, the teams’ original opponents, are unable to play due to COVID-19.
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NBA vs. WNBA: Who had a better season in the bubble?
There were plenty of successes and drawbacks to the bubble format the NBA and WNBA used this past season. Here are some of them.
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Pac-12 player group threatens to opt out of season, lists demands
The list of demands prioritizes combating racial injustice and implementing transparent safety precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Under Armour reportedly tries to terminate contract with Cal Athletics
Amid the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic, athletic apparel company Under Armour is reportedly trying to pull out of its contract with Cal, a 10-year contract worth $86 million in cash and product.
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Suit yourself: Sports can be an escape, political platform simultaneously
Sports can still be enjoyed for what they are, regardless of players’ off-field opinions.
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‘The Last Dance’: How Michael Jordan proved winning takes everything
“The Last Dance” gives viewers an intimate look into the 1998 Chicago Bulls locker room and portrays Michael Jordan’s experiences at an unfamiliar angle on his quest for his sixth championship.
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Back in ‘thwack’-tion: Cornhole thrills
In many ways, cornhole was built for this kind of social distancing. But it was built for the spotlight too, the thrill of a national stage with thousands watching from home.
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Losing my marbles: How to get your sports fix in quarantine
I think the crux of my insanity is this: It’s been nearly two months since all major sports leagues, professional and collegiate, have shut down.
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