Just like any other young kid who rapidly becomes famous...

 

I get the feeling that Phelps probably never touched a drop of alcohol pre-olympics. As soon as his events were over (with a week of the Olympics left) he partied it up in a foreign country... He pretty much said this in interviews after his events were done.

 

I'm not trying to make excuses, just relating.

 

I was a highly competitive swimmer when I was younger, and as soon as I lost that motivating factor to take the "straight-and-narrow", I went a little crazy... I'm not the only one, a number of friends who were equally involved had the same trouble.

 

It takes an immense amount of time to be an elite swimmer. As a rule swimmers are some of the most disciplined people on earth. But when that outlet is gone, if they are unable to replace that time with anything constructive, they have problems.

 

It's alot like child stars.

Just like any other young kid who rapidly becomes famous...

 

I get the feeling that Phelps probably never touched a drop of alcohol pre-olympics.  As soon as his events were over (with a week of the Olympics left) he partied it up in a foreign country... He pretty much said this in interviews after his events were done.

 

I'm not trying to make excuses, just relating.

 

I was a highly competitive swimmer when I was younger, and as soon as I lost that motivating factor to take the "straight-and-narrow", I went a little crazy... I'm not the only one, a number of friends who were equally involved had the same trouble.

 

It takes an immense amount of time to be an elite swimmer.  As a rule swimmers are some of the most disciplined people on earth.  But when that outlet is gone, if they are unable to replace that time with anything constructive, they have problems.

 

It's alot like child stars.

I could see that to be true. No way any athlete would touch any alcohol before the olympics unless they really are dumb as hell. If he is partying it up in other counrties, cool; drinking with his buddies, cool; just don't get in the car. That's where he make a mistake.

With the injuries and suspensions of the Pacers...they only have 6 guys able to play tonight against Orlando.

With the injuries and suspensions of the Pacers...they only have 6 guys able to play tonight against Orlando.

With the injuries and suspensions of the Pacers...they only have 6 guys able to play tonight against Orlando.

oh well.......

With the injuries and suspensions of the Pacers...they only have 6 guys able to play tonight against Orlando.

HA!

46-44 Orlando at the half....Orlando's 12 players versus Indiana's 6....

Orland should be embarrased if they lose.

It's Indy's bench vs. Orland.

With no players being able to take breathers.

Freddie Jones is taking over-he's a pretty good player and could starter for many other teams.

65-65 going into the 4th....

65-65 going into the 4th....

Don't worry, Indiana will fall over sooner or later.

86-83 Orlando.

 

Huge props to Indiana though....to hang with one of the best teams in the East early on this year, with only SIX guys..That's some heart.

86-83 Orlando. 

 

Huge props to Indiana though....to hang with one of the best teams in the East early on this year, with only SIX guys..That's some heart.

If there's one benefit for these suspensions, it'll be the chance for Fred Jones and David Harrison to get regular consistent playing time.

Drew Henson 6-6 47 yards and a touchdown in garbage time.

Drew Henson 6-6 47 yards and a touchdown in garbage time.

Impressive

I can't believe I have to root for a Manning.

I can't believe I have to root for a Manning.

God do I hate that guy.

God do I hate that guy.

i never would have guessed

i never would have guessed

I can't understand how anyone can like that guy. Maybe a few Giants fans, but damn.

Don't know if you all have touched on this yet, but Gabe Kapler just agreed to terms with a Japanesse ball club. Yes, that's right. After winning the WS with the most storied franchise in the bigs, he is going to Japan; didn't see that one coming.

 

Linky

Pacers 106-96 winners over Boston

 

The Bobcats beat the Pistons 91-89.

 

Bobcats almost blew it, were winning by a lot more heading into the 4th. I don't know what to think of Boston right now, they've got the pieces to be better, but guys like Mark Blount aren't really performing to what they're capable of.

Bobcats almost blew it, were winning by a lot more heading into the 4th. I don't know what to think of Boston right now, they've got the pieces to be better, but guys like Mark Blount aren't really performing to what they're capable of.

That's the big contract, I think.

 

The team needs time to jell, everyone has to get used to Payton's habits. They could really be at least 5-4 or 6-3, not to sound lame but they've blown a lot of fourth quarter leads.

 

Also, Walter McCarty should never be allowed on an NBA court. He is godawful. I really like what I've seen of the young guys, Jefferson is a beast. Perkins is coming along, Allen is a solid slasher/defender. Banks isn't making the stupid turnovers, I suspect having Gary around has helped his development.

 

I think by late December/Early January they should be hitting their stride.

make sure you don't eat before watching the bears on thanksgiving....

 

 

:puke

Eh, I will probably be in the minority but I don't really mind those jerseys.