St. Louis Rams Edge Cincinnati Bengals For NFL Preseason Win
February 28th, 2010 by Ross Everett, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Kyle Boller filled in for an injured Mark Bulger, and the St. Louis Rams improved to 2-1 on the NFL preseason with a 24-21 victory over the host Cincinnati Bengals. The Rams led 24-14 heading into the fourth quarter, but a Bengals TD early in the frame made for some drama down the stretch. The Bengals couldn’t close the deal, however, and lost their second game in NFL preseason play.
Boller did withstand a hard hit from linebacker Keith Rivers that knocked his helmet off his head. Despite the hit, he Rams #2 QB was 14 of 20 for 96 yards. After the game, he talked about the play:
“I could have slid a little earlier. It is what it is. My chin strap hit just above my eyes. It was a good scramble, but maybe if I can get down a little sooner, the coaches would like that.”
Rivers also commented on the play, insisting that the hard hit wasnt intentional:
“I was just trying to get to the ball. It wasn’t anything intentional.”
Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo gave Boller some props in his postgame media comments:
“He moved the team. He drove us down there after the bad start. When you score on a drive, the quarterback deserves the credit.”
Bengals second string QB J.T. O’Sullivan didnt have it quite so easy”he was sacked three times, lost a fumble and had two passes deflected by linemen. The lost fumble added to the Bengals NFL preseason turnover woes”theyve lost five fumbles and thrown three interceptions for eight turnovers in three games. O’Sullivan talked about the problem after the game:
“We’ve just got to find a way to eliminate it. It puts you in such a disadvantage any time you turn the ball over. That’s one of the things that has to change immediately.”
Head coach Marvin Lewis agreed:
“When you turn the football over, you have a difficult time winning, whether you’re playing in the regular season, the preseason, junior high, sixth grade, whatever it is.
St. Louis will get the NFL regular season underway on Sunday, September 13th as they travel to the Pacific Northwest to face the Seattle Seahawks. The Bengals open the NFL regular season at home against the Denver Broncos.
Ross Everett is a experienced freelance writer who covers travel, casino gambling and sports handicapping. He is a consulting handicapper for Anatta Sports where he is responsible for providing daily free sports picks. In his spare time he enjoys fine dining, fencing and deep sea diving. He lives in Southern Nevada with four dogs and a pet coyote.
Clippers Fire Head Coach Dunleavy
February 18th, 2010 by Ross Everett, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
In one of the stranger front office shakeups in recent NBA history, the Los Angeles Clippers have ‘relieved’ Mike Dunleavy of his head coaching duties effective immediately. He’ll remain on board as the Clippers’ general manager, and both he and the team cited the demands of the forthcoming trade deadline and free agent market as a catalyst for the change.
Not surprisingly, there is much speculation as to the back story behind the move. Some with knowledge of the situation suggest that Clippers’ owner Donald Sterling wanted to fire Dunleavy altogether, but relented due to the $5 million the team will owe him in the final year of his contract next year. More recently, a bizarre rumor has been circulating that Sterling has approached Isiah Thomas about taking over Dunleavy’s coaching position and becoming team president. These rumors have had enough traction that Thomas issued a denial this weekend, stressing that his focus is still on his current assignment as Florida International University head coach.
Despite the backroom drama, all of the relevant parties are keeping up appearances in public. Dunleavy issued this statement, playing along with the team’s insistence that the decision to give up coaching was ‘mutual’:
“I’ve come to the conclusion that this is the ideal time for me to direct my efforts toward the many personnel opportunities that lie before us, such as the trade market, the draft and the free-agent process. We fully expect to be active and productive on all those fronts.”
Team President Andy Roeser gave this statement:
“We fully agree with Mike that this is the right time to make this change. It just seems clear that the team needs a fresh voice and we hope that our players will respond in a positive way.As we approach the trade deadline, the NBA draft and the upcoming free-agent period, our team is very well positioned from a salary-cap standpoint. Mike’s experienced input will be vitally important as we continue to develop our young talented nucleus and shape our team’s future.”
Dunleavy’s agent Warren LeGarie continued the spin:
“This is something we’ve been contemplating for some time. There’s a shelf life to coaching sometimes. So you constantly have to keep measuring whether [the team's inconsistency] is because of injuries, because of you, or something else. And at some point you have to make a judgment call about what’s best for the team, and that’s what Mike did.”
The Clippers have lost 7 of their last 10 games to fall to 21-29 on the year. They’re 17 games behind the Western Conference leading Los Angeles Lakers and 8 games out of the final playoff spot. The schedule won’t get any easier for the Clippers after the break as they head to Portland’s Rose Garden Arena to take on the Blazers.
Ross Everett is a well known figure skating coach and a consulting handicapper for Anatta Sports. He provides Internet and broadcast media outlets with daily free sports picks when not working with Olympic bound ice skaters. He is a widely published writer specializing in sports handicapping, falconry, harness racing and wombat breeding. He lives in Southern Nevada with his houseboy, three dogs and a wombat.
How High Class Private Jet Bookings Can Enhance Your Travel
February 17th, 2010 by Chris Channing, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Private jet flights may seem unattainable to the rest of the world, but for some travelers, business and tourist alike, a private jet flight can be a wonderful way to travel to your next location. A private flight will usually accommodate fewer people than a regular flight, and will probably be a wonderful first class experience.
Regular major flight companies are crowded. Anyone that has flown coach understands how cramped seats are, and it isn’t always fun to be by someone that is sick or coughing, or smells odd. This can really put a damper on your travels too. A personal private flight can change the way you look at traveling, and open you to a new world of luxury.
While they may seem expensive, there are private jet flights available for all budgets. They can easily cost the same or less as a regular flight, but they can also cost much more. Depending on how many people are in your group or what your preferences are, the price will vary based on that.
The main difference between a private jet flight and a regular flight would be the booking and registration process. It is hard to explain how it works since most companies are different. The main thing to remember is that prices and travel times must be quoted and arranged. Since these flights are private, they run on a very different schedule than regular airlines that take masses of people each day to their destinations.
One the major benefits are the ability to travel on short notice. If you need to book a flight as late as 4 hours before leaving, it is usually possible. Of course, you can also book whenever needed, but times and dates are generally flexible. There are tons of other benefits associated with using a private jet flight, all of which are impressive and enjoyable.
If you are a traveler of any kind and have the funds to step up your transportation a notch, then consider a private jet flight. These are special and relaxing, and certainly something a traveler should experience at least once in their lifetime. Whether you require business services, family tours around the world, or just a quick jaunt to New York City, a private jet can get you there with efficiency and ease.
Closing Comments
Booking a private jet flight is easy and will truly enhance your traveling experience. You can relax and enjoy the flight without worrying about a thing. Prices are widely varied, so you are likely to find something within your budget range.
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Top Quality Galvin Green Golf Clothing
February 11th, 2010 by Mike Henry, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
What to know about Galvin Green golf clothing mainly comes down to understanding that if one needs a high level of quality, durability and even no small amount of fashion in the clothing that one is going to wear on the links, then this company is definitely the one to use. Fashion isn’t usually completely associated with golf clothing, but in Galvin Green’s case it certainly is.
It must be said up front that the clothing offered by this manufacturer isn’t all that cheap, but the fact is that, in golf, quality costs. With the level of quality built into every item of clothing from the company, it’s only surprising that Galvin Green isn’t trying to double the price of its lines. This includes its waterproof clothing, which makes its own quality statement.
For example, a typical Galvin Green golf shirt for either men or women might seem — at first glance — to be a little on the expensive side but opinion on that matter quickly changes after giving the shirt a thorough examination. Each shirt can be layered with other items of Galvin Green clothing, for one, and the shirt itself is constructed of the best quality moisture control materials.
What this means when it comes to golf shirts is that company seems to have hit a hole-in-one when it comes to keeping a golfer out on the fairway or getting ready to tee one up as cool and comfortable or as warm and dry as possible. With the kind of fabric technology employed in the construction of a Galvin Green shirt, it would prove to be cheap at twice the price.
Another attractive attribute of most clothing made by Galvin Green is that it seems that no matter the weather they is sure to be something in the lineup of clothing offered by the company that is waterproof and works for a well by keeping a golfer warm and dry even on the wettest and windiest of days. The company makes liberal use of high-tech fabrics such as Gore-Tex and Paclite to do so.
When taken all together, it is readily apparent that Galvin Green golf clothing brings a lot to the table. Any golfer in the know understands that the clothing offered by the company comes with a great deal of durability and quality along with a healthy dose of fashion, which is something that’s not normally associated with golf clothing in general.
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This May Help You: Surf Travel Guide
February 3rd, 2010 by Alexis Kurt, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
What could make a summer vacation more fun and exciting than taking a surf travel? Take your vacation on to the next level and experience the thrill of surfing. Pack up your things and get ready to hop on a flight and go surfing!
Surfing is one of the most ways of spending your summer. As for place on where to surf, there are actually several places where you can enjoy great beaches and big waves. There are those that are near from home and some are would take you on the other side of the globe. Below are two most beautiful and hottest surfing spots in the world.
Hawaii. Known as the Mecca of surfing, Hawaii is the capital of wave breaking and riding in the world. Hawaii has been providing an excellent surfing spot for decades. It is no wonder that it is recognized as the motherland of this water sport.
Hawaii is a tropical country rich with breathtaking beaches stretched across the 800 miles of coastlines in its 4 large islands namely Hawaii, Kauai, Maui and Oahu. Along with its warm and tropical weather all year round, it surely attracts travelers all over to world to let them relax as they are surrounded with a stunning view.
Maldives is also a great surf travel spots located in Asia. Here, you can enjoy the clear waters equipped with beautiful reefs and atolls. Maldives is composed of 26 atolls with 1190 islands on it. The seemingly paradise ambiance and surroundings make it quite popular to tourist. One would be trapped in awe as they witness its unique ringlike coral formation encircling a lagoon in Maldives.
What makes Maldives a hot spot for surf travel is 90,000 km2 sea that surfers would definitely look forward too. Moreover, to those who would not want to engage in this water sport, it offers 87 islands converted into tourist resorts where you can relax, sun bathe and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the seas.
Things to Bring. Other than your personal things and swimming attire, do not forget to bring your surfboard. But before anything else, you need to know what board you should bring. Choosing surfboards can either make your surf travel a lot of fun or it could ruin it out. The choice would really depend on your preference and the type of waves you will be expecting. Also, it is important to bring a back up surfboard in case your primary board breaks – which of course, you would not want to happen. It is recommended that you include in your surf travel packing list a small wave board and a small gun for larger wave riding. Also, you need to have your ding repair kits. You can buy cans of resins in any surf shops in resort since airlines would definitely not allow you to bring those.
In packing your surfboards, you need to have a travel board bag. You may also want to use high density foam cylinders which are usually used in swimming pools to pack and secure the rails of your surfboards.
Surfing is a hobby that everyone will surely love. There are certain places offering this service such as surf schools. Or you may want to try peniche surf camp.