Tag: ATHLETES

In Japan, sumo wrestlers aren't just athletes -- they're caretakers of an ancient tradition, rooted in noble behavior and moral dignity. Now, however, that perception may be changing, thanks to widespread accusations of match-rigging, and incriminating text messages. On May 10th, wrestler Kiyoseumi sent a text to his opponent, Kasuganishiki, asking him to "hit hard at the face-off, then go ...

A couple months back, we told you about football coaches and players using 'Madden NFL' to practice and stay sharp year round. Apparently, this phenomenon isn't limited to a single sport. According to the New York Times, professional athletes in several major sports are now using video games as a practice tool. The Times credits this trend to the increased level of realism in video games. From ...

We wouldn't quite call them oil and water, but it seems like Twitter and sports just haven't mixed well. The NFL put its foot down with Twitter last fall, NBA players have been busted for using it during games, and Andy Roddick was involved in a microblogging controversy during last year's U.S. Open tennis tournament. Now, consider the scenarios that could result if somebody like firebrand ...

Jalen Rose, current ESPN/ABC analyst and distinguished former NBA veteran, is famous for many things. Rose first gained nationwide exposure with his hardwood exploits at the University of Michigan in the early '90s. Starting at point guard for the Wolverines, Rose was the outspoken leader of the "Fab 5. He went on to play 13 seasons in the NBA, helping lead the Indiana Pacers to the NBA Finals. ...