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Francisco E. 's Bio
A three-sport letter-winner in high school, sports have always had an impact on my emotions (as millions, I'm sure, can relate to). I've always found writing therapeutic. So, writing about sport fits my bill.
I am a graduate of Michigan State University's Journalism School. My intent is to serve you all as a fan who trains in writing and thus practices journalism.
I have served in numerous positions. I was a national news editor and layout director for Purpose Magazine. I moved on to online storytelling as an Arts and Culture writer for The Big Green Online Magazine. But beyond my recent post as the communications assistant and desktop publisher for the Michigan State University Spartan Fund, I also contribute as an editor here for all you "Bleacher Creatures."
I love all the major professional and collegiate sports. But I especially love the fact that sports bring people together. I really relish the opportunities to join my family on ocassion to watch the next Puerto Rican boxer rise to fame. I also love to join my fraternity brothers outside Spartan Stadium whenever there is a planned tailgate (Ditto for the Final Fours). Lastly, I love the fact that WHEN the Cubs go to the world Series, I will be joined, not only by 20 of my immediate family members, but also by millions of brothers and sisters armed with the same blue hat.
I'm truly just a fan. I bleed Cubbie blue and have an engrained 'C' on my forehead. I live to see the Cubs win a World Series for my forefathers who've fallen without purchasing a memorial Cubs' World Series shirt or other particular paraphanelia. I'm very opinionated but have the ability to be objective.
Hey, I'm a journalist. Most of all, I'm a fan.
Francisco E. 's Recent Articles
Francisco E. Writes About
- NFL (16),
- Chicago (16),
- Ann Arbor (15),
- Detroit (15),
- Football (15),
- Preview/Prediction (12),
- Chicago Bears (11),
- East Lansing (10)
- Daniel Muth responded to a comment on Michigan State Loss Over Iowa Blamed Squarely on Coaching
- Daniel Muth responded to a comment on Michigan State Loss Over Iowa Blamed Squarely on Coaching
- Francisco E. Velazquez commented on Hideki Matsui Powers New York Yankees to World Series Championship
- Francisco E. Velazquez commented on Best football players in Michigan State history
- Joe G responded to a comment on Michigan State Gift-Wraps a Victory for the Chippewas
- Joe G responded to a comment on Michigan State Gift-Wraps a Victory for the Chippewas
The Short List What Francisco E. thinks about sport's most pressing questions
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Favorite Athletes
Michael Jordan, Roberto Clemente, Walter Payton, Andre Dawson, Ryne Sandberg, Magic Johnson, Hiram Bithorn, Jackie Robinson, Ernie Banks, Felix Trinidad, Ali, Mike Singletary, Albert Pujols, Javon Ringer, Kerry Wood, Ivan Rodriguez
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Favorite Sports Teams
Professional Chicago Teams, Michigan State Basketball & Football
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Favorite Coaches
Tom Izzo, Phil Jackson, Mike Ditka, Jud Heathcote, Terry Sare, Lou Piniella
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All Time Sports Moment
Jordan's last shot as a Bull...that is, until the Cubs win the World Series
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Most Memorable Game Attended
2006 Football: Although MSU lost, it was Notre Dame's crazy comeback at Spartan Stadium.
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Most Unbreakable Sports Record
DiMaggio's Batting Streak: NBA players are knocking on Wilt's 100...but with the type of pitching in the modern era, fuh-get-a-bot a streak ever happening like that again.
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Ruth or Mays?
Definitely Mays
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Unitas or Montana?
I like Montana, but Unitas was tougher in a tougher era.
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Jordan or Russell?
I call him "J"
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Gretzky or Orr?
Gretzky
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Pele or Maradona?
Pele
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Federer or Sampras?
Sampras
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Tiger or Nicklaus?
Tiger
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Petty or Earnhardt?
Petty
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Schumacher or Senna?
Schumacher
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Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?
Big Ten, of course.




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about 15 hours ago
here is a story of another NFL Legend who has yet to get his deserved respect :
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286573-crazy-canton-cuts-ed-meador
1 day ago
As a Knicks Featured Columnist, I will be making periodical attempts to give fans an inside look at the different aspects of Knicks games. Take a look at what I came up with when Lebron James came to visit.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286083-keiths-knickerbockers-korner-reliving-the-hype-the-top-10-things-about-lebron-james-appearance-at-msg#page/11
3 days ago
Just thought I'd let you know that I started a new site for Chicago sports fans.
http://chicagosportsinterviews.com/
about 1 month ago
Which NFL Players have been disappointments so far in 2009? The Schottey Six takes a look.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268643-the-schottey-six-most-disappointing-nfl-players-of-2009
about 1 month ago
Francisco,
You gotta check out the movie im producing! I know you gonna be feelin this!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266296-king-j-producing-temecula-skeletor-the-greatest-mma-film-of-all-time
about 1 month ago
Hey Francisco
Here is my latest, the REAL story on Gilbert Arenas along with some breaking news that you may not be aware of!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256325-atlantic-division-showdown-raptors-versus-76ers
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256410-here-is-what-really-happened-to-gilbert-arenas
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256423-breaking-news-kings-to-sign-mason
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256429-breaking-news-blazers-sign-howard-to-a-one-year-contract
-Mike
about 1 month ago
Here's my latest! Top storylines for NFL Week 2!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/255045-the-schottey-six-top-story-lines-for-week-two
2 months ago
I want to list you as a favorite but I don't remember how this was done. After scanning everything I can find, I can't find the way to do this. Let me know how and that's what I'll do. My last article, if I can finish it in time to be published before the season begins, will mention MSU.
2 months ago
Please read in my bio what I am sending to all who I thank as listing me as a fan.
I lived in Chicago from 1953 (except for my time at the U of AL) to 1969. When I moved there, I was going to be a fan of both the Sox and Cubs but was immediately told that wasn't done. My dad became a Sox fan while working there during the depression and they were winning more often than the Cubs, so I chose the Sox. But after leaving Chicago, I became fans of both and should both be in a subway world series, I'd probably pull for the Cubs, for I feel for their long drought of not winning the World Series. I know it will never happen but I wish Cub and Sox fans would pull for each other, except when they are playing each other.
2 months ago
I am so annoyed by the Chicago Media over reacting to one preseason game
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239097-can-the-chicago-media-shut-it
2 months ago
Hey Francisco,
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!
2 months ago
Brett Favre will be at Vikings practice TODAY!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238316-source-brett-favre-will-sign-with-vikings-today
2 months ago
I haven't pimped an article in awhile, but the silence is deafening, so here I go again.
I think that the Strasburg negotiations warrant a look at something that MLB should have adopted a long time ago. I'd like to know if you agree.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237331-come-to-think-of-it-the-time-is-right-to-allow-trading-of-draft-picks
2 months ago
Francisco—I'm interested in your opinion on my latest...
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236867-the-big-tens-best-11-ranking-the-coaches
I appreciate your feedback.
KG
3 months ago
Why does ESPN always have to make it about the Red Sox and Yankees. Here is my response.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233210-all-time-chicago-lineup
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