“Youth is wasted on the young, you know? Old too fast, smart too late.” – Mike Tyson. 19 years ago, there was a charity pigeon race out on in Tyson’s name. He was supposed to show up at the end and take a photo with the winners. He never did.
Category Archive: Ballertained
Blake Griffin Downloads The Kiss for AT&T
In a new commercial spot for AT&T, we find the high-flying, electrifying Blake Griffin showcasing some new dunks for his friends. They seem unimpressed until he hits them with the “Download The Kiss” dunk where he uses his new Motorola ATRIX 4G smartphone to download a video of a pretty girl giving him a kiss …
Damon Wayans to be Cowherd-esque in CBS Sports Sitcom
Damon Wayans as a feisty sports radio host? Could be. The comedian is set to star in a show based on the life and times of ESPN personality Colin Cowherd, who some would say is the network’s resident fire starter. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Wayans has solidified a deal to star in the CBS …
Bass Check – Darrelle Revis Evoque’s Style
The next time New York Jets star cornerback Darrelle Revis is able to drive himself to New Meadowlands Stadium (end the lockout, please) he will do so in the latest offering from Range Rover – the 2012 Evoque. Range Rovers have long been a staple in an athlete’s fleet. I know this well, because during …
Five Thoughts on ESPN’s The Fab Five
ONE The Fab Five documentary on ESPN, although not a part of the original 30 for 30 series, was one of the best. Hands down. Chris Webber, Juwan Howard, Jalen Rose, Ray Jackson, and Jimmy King, are sports iconic in the maaner in which they impacted and changed the game of basketball. TWO Jalen Rose …
Taking On Tyson – Episode 2 Recap
In the second episode of Taking On Tyson, Mike and his team/loft, Tyson’s Corner, meet his competitors for the pigeon races – Helder Rodrigues and Joe Green. In a sign of playful intimidation, Mike gives Helder the once over glance. Its a funny moment if you catch it. Rodrigues is a 20 year old from …
Nets – Knicks Games with Jay-Z for Charity
New York – based charity organization, charitybuzz, is hosting an auction of major sports and entertainment proportion. For an estimated value of $20,000, Jay-Z will accompany two guests courtside an NBA game. While details of the auction indicate that it will be a Knicks game, my insider tells me that Jay-Z will actually be hosting …
Derrick Rose Covers ESPN The Mag’s Style Report Issue
I opened my mailbox today, and what greeted me? This great cover of Chicago Bulls point guard, Derrick Rose on ESPN The Magazine’s annual Style Report issue. Dare I say, sexy? I dare. Rose’s on-court performance, quiet leadership, and his obvious polish and maturity are pushing his baby-faced persona to the back of the line.
