Uncle Popov's Sportswriter Profile

Uncle Popov joined March 2009

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About Uncle »

Uncle Popov is retired from Bleacher Report. He will not longer write exclusively for the Bleacher Report. He has decided to focus more time on his family and finishing up his dissertation!

He will continue to write at his personal website http://unclepopov.wordpress.com. Check it out if you have time. He will occasionally bring over pieces from that site to B/R.

Uncle Popov has enjoyed writing here. He was surprised by the initial reaction (and the number of reads) to his first piece The White Devil in Basketball, as well as the number of reads for pieces on Ricky Rubio, Alexander Ovechkin, and Brett Favre. But it has never been about the numbers (of reads) but simply having an outlet to express his opinions on sports. However, when time to focus on what is most important (family and work/school...in that order), Uncle Popov felt he should trim the fat (B/R) because he still has his personal website for sports ranting.

Big ups goes to Max Tcheyan for "recruiting" the Uncle and extending the invitation.

Thanks also goes to all the editors, but especially Mosang Miles. Uncle Popov believes that Mosang is the best editor on B/R.

A big thanks goes to the 33 people who thought enough of Popov's writing that they became fans. He sincerely appreciates it.

Lastly, thanks to anyone, even dissenters, who took that time to read the pieces written by Uncle Popov. It means a lot.

UP is now off to drink some Polish vodka!

Uncle's Website »

http://unclepopov.wordpress.com/

The Shortlist »

Favorite Athletes

Bo Jackson
Favorite Sports Teams

Ottawa Senators, Alabama Crimson Tide, Hawai'i Warriors, Tampa Bay Rays
Favorite Coaches

Joe Paterno, Mike Singletary, Mike Leach
All Time Sports Moment
Most Memorable Game Attended

Hiroshima University versus Okayama University - my first start at split end [as a fan, 1998 Alabama v. BYU - got to see LaVell Edwards, then Shaun Alexander went crazy for five TDs]
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Most points scored by one team in a college football game - 222 by Georgia Tech
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Oscar Robertson [but of the two, Russell]
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC (but also MWC and WAC)

Latest Articles »

Message to TCU and BSU Football Fans: Don't Blame the BCS System

11/05/2009

820 reads 21 comments 6 likes

NFL Shutouts: Why This Season Has Left So Many Teams Feeling Defenseless

10/28/2009

320 reads 4 comments 0 likes

Lane Kiffin Should Blame His Players, Not SEC Officials

10/26/2009

911 reads 5 comments 0 likes

Austin Scott's Lawsuit Against Penn State Is a Fumble Waiting to Happen

10/16/2009

437 reads 10 comments 1 likes

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Steven Resnick said...

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James Montgomery formerly of Cal currently at Washington State will his story become another inspirational one?http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279299-james-montgomery-will-face-an-uphill-battle-that-he-can-hurdle

29 days ago

Matt Algarin said...

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No problem man... glad to help.

47 days ago

Mosang Miles said...

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Never a problem Popov. I remember those early days of Napster fondly...and still grind my teeth when I think of how Metallica banned me.

49 days ago

Mohamed E.M said...

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Hi mate,

This is one of the serious lines I've ever written.. and it means a lot to me.
I do appreciate a read and a comment if possible.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247308-messi-what-the-hell-is-wrong-with-you-boy

Thanks so much in advance,
Mo

83 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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Former Kentucky Coach Arrested for Drunken Driving

Please read and add comments on your thoughts about the ever-growing problem of alcohol on our roads.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243530-third-times-a-charm-billy-gillispie-arrested-for-dui

ro

90 days ago

Mohamed E.M said...

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Hi mate!
this is an interesting article hope u enjoy it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/241529-sport-and-children-humor-and-education
Thanks for the read and comment in advance

Mo

93 days ago

Mohamed E.M said...

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Hi Mate this my latest article..interesting I hope:-)
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240144-child-souvenirs-between-sports-and-fear-humor

Thanks in advance for ur time and comment!

Mohamed.

96 days ago

Alec Miller said...

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239231-hall-of-famer-todd-helton

Hey Uncle,

Check this out and give me some feedback if you don't mind

97 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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Tarvaris Jackson to Jacksonville?

Please read and comment on how you feel about this move.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239109-vikings-to-trade-or-release-tarvaris-jackson-jags-should-take-notice

ro

98 days ago

Taylor Rummel said...

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Uncle Popov,

Ever wonder why professional athletes go broke?:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238022-why-professional-athletes-are-going-broke-and-what-we-can-do-about-it

Feedback is appreciated.

Thanks!

99 days ago

Mohamed E.M said...

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Hi Mate!

This is my last slide show I hope you enjoy it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238030-br-in-the-pre-history

Thanks in advance!
Mo

99 days ago

Henry Ball said...

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Please check out my latest if you'd be so kind.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237253-obama-to-appoint-new-college-football-czar-southern-man-is-up-to-the-task

Remember to 'like' it and share with a few friends if you think me worthy.

Thanks - SM (Your New Pigskin Czar!)

100 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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Hey Uncle P.

I’ve started a weekly segment looking at a review of what has happened in the NBA for the week. Your support and commentary would be greatly appreciated as I continue to hone my writing and analytical skills

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236362-this-week-in-the-nba-5-things-i-think

Thanks in advance for the support!

101 days ago

Mohamed E.M said...

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Hi mate! pls take a look at my last article if you have time of course
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236518-the-hidden-agendas-of-a-sportsman-in-canada-humor
Thanks in advance!

Mohamed

102 days ago

Josh Dhani said...

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Hello,

How are ya? I'm doing pretty good.

With the Eagles signing Michael Vick lately, will the benefit from this signing? Well here's my answer, how can they not?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236389-the-eagles-will-benefit-from-the-michael-vick-signing

I'd really love it if you'd check this out.

Comments would greatly be appreciated as I'd love to have your opinion on this.

All the best,
Josh Dhani

103 days ago

Uncle's Achievements & Awards (17) »

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Hot Read: Silver Medal

College Football's Five Most Likely Ups…

Received 2,000 Reads • July 14, 2009
Great Debate [article title]

Great Debate: Silver Medal

Ricky Rubio, Who Do You Think You Are?

Received 50 comments • July 05, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Silver Medal

Ricky Rubio, Who Do You Think You Are?

Received 2,000 Reads • July 05, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Silver Medal

College Football's Five Most Likely Ups…

Received 2,000 Reads • June 23, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Silver Medal

Is Alexander Ovechkin the NHL's Allen I…

Received 2,000 Reads • April 21, 2009
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Great Debate: Silver Medal

"Ichiro" Means "Baseball's Best Hitter"

Received 50 comments • April 17, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Hi, My Name Is Brett, and I Am an Addic…

Received 1,000 Reads • July 17, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

College Football's Five Most Likely Ups…

Received 1,000 Reads • July 02, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Holy Chizik! Give Auburn a Break!

Received 1,000 Reads • June 25, 2009
Great Debate [article title]

Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Rush Limbaugh Should Own a Sports Franc…

Received 25 comments • June 11, 2009
Great Debate [article title]

Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Did Chris Andersen Posterize Lamar Odom?

Received 25 comments • May 29, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Did Chris Andersen Posterize Lamar Odom?

Received 1,000 Reads • May 29, 2009

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