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Sam Hollingsworth joined May 2009

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One of my favorite things to write about is obviously sports and I am lucky to be able to do something I enjoy every day. Sure, the work gets stressful sometimes, but what work doesn't? My specialty is certainly the National Football League, although I am interested and fluent in most major sports. Always an athlete growing up, I have that player's love for the game, and most games, that usually every athlete or former athlete can appreciate and understand. Mix that with my passion of writing, and, although I'm no mathematician, I think that adds up to a career.

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Favorite Athletes

Michael Jordan, Bo Jackson, Deion Sanders, Tom Brady, Wes Welker, Randy Moss, Chad Johnson, Zack Greinke, Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard, Shaquille O'Neal and, of course, LeBron James
Favorite Sports Teams

New England Patriots, Kansas City Royals, New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Arizona Wildcats basketball, Syracuse Orange basketball and Tennessee Volunteer football
Favorite Coaches

Bill Parcells, Bill Belichick, Bill Cowher, and Bill Walsh (that's a lot of Bills) and most of my coaches throughout my life
All Time Sports Moment

New England Patriots winning their first of three Super Bowls, coming into the game against the Rams as huge underdogs. It was even better with $100 bucks on the Pats to win it.
Most Memorable Game Attended
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Every record is breakable.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt
Schumacher or Senna?

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

Big East & Pac 10 (for basketball), SEC for football

Latest Articles »

Stale, Banged-up Royals Can't Seem To Get Ahead

06/30/2009

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Different QB, Coaches, and Defense…Same Dominating New England Patriots?

05/29/2009

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Mock Interview with Patriots Wide Receiver Randy Moss

05/28/2009

63 reads 0 comments 0 likes

Catching the Tuna: Revitalized Patriots Aiming At Own Success Story

05/21/2009

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Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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The Yankees have put together an unbelievable streak of magical wins, but is Yankee Stadium and its short right field porch New York’s “magic wand?” Can sitting back and waiting for a solo HR really translate to October success?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234903-yankees-late-inning-home-run-magic-simply-a-bronx-illusion

Thanks in advance! I would love to hear your feedback and comments. Take care.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

109 days ago

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The new Yankee Stadium had been criticized for its lack of intensity and electricity in the early months of the season, but this weekend’s series against the Red Sox finally make a familiar place seem like HOME.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233643-yankees-turn-familiar-confines-address-of-yankee-stadium-into-home

Thanks in advance, and I would look to hear your opinions and feedback. Take care.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

111 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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Yankee fans rooting for the Red Sox? Has hell frozen over, or is there a rational thought process at the root of it all. Read why it is ok for you to root for Boston on select occasions without feeling like Benedict Arnold.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230865-backing-the-enemy-yankee-fans-face-dilemma-when-sox-play-rays-rangers

Thanks in Advance! I would love to hear your feedback.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

116 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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There has always been a connection between religion and sports, and Major League Baseball has certainly not been the exception to the rule.

Check out the All-Catholic lineup…the best Catholic names (by position) in MLB history.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220812-mlbs-all-catholic-team-where-mystique-may-come-from-a-higher-power

Thanks as always!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

132 days ago

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A-Rod’s 2009 salary is $33 million. What is the best team (9 hitter lineup with DH, 5 SPs, 1 RP, and a CL) you could create using only his salary as a budget, and no more than 5 players allowed to be making less than $1 million? You would be surprised…

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/219439-yankees-go-bargain-hunting-the-best-team-a-rods-salary-could-buy

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

135 days ago

DJ Rallo said...

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Hey there!
Today, I go back in time ten years ago in which the All Star Game was celebrated at Fenway Park in Boston. Arguably the most emotional All Star Game of all time as we celebrated a legend in Ted Williams who would not be with us much longer. But throughout the game, Williams' farewell had truly inspired the AL to win this game. Take a look back as I run down this historic game

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/218010-charged-with-emotion-remembering-the-1999-all-star-game-in-fenway

Feedback is always appreciated

137 days ago

Matthew Falkenbury said...

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Hey,

After the great success of my first article about the uniform numbers 1-10, I have come back with the next installment, with the best players to wear the uniform numbers 11-20. I hope you can take a look and even comment on my choices. Thanks in advance!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/217379-best-current-baseball-players-by-uniform-number-11-20

- Matthew Falkenbury

139 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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Hey,

The turmoil surrounding the 1977 Yankees earned them the nickname of “The Bronx Zoo.” The current 2009 Yankees have an interesting blend of leaders and pranksters, so I decided to create a LITERAL “zoo.”

Check out what animal each Yankee would be reincarnated as in a next life.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/216046-the-real-bronx-zoo-what-if-the-yankees-were-reincarnated-as-animals

Thanks everyone!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

141 days ago

Phil Hopersberger said...

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Hey Sam!

Thanks for becoming a phan of Phil and phanning the phlame. I appreciate your support. :-)

170 days ago

DJ Rallo said...

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thnks for the fan add

183 days ago

DJ Rallo said...

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Hey,

Today I look back at one of the modern comeback stories that has touched fans of all kinds. This story is about a modern day marvel who had a bright future, only to be setback by abuse of his body. This comeback story of Josh Hamilton himself describes why, nobody is perferct.

Enjoy
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/189069-resisting-temptation-josh-hamiltons-ride-to-hell-and-back

183 days ago

Sean Ahern said...

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thanks for the fan add!

183 days ago

Colin Linneweber said...

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Sam,

I just wanted to let you know that I genuinely appreciate you becoming a "fan" of my writing.

I wish you my best!

Colin

183 days ago

Todd Civin said...

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Thank you for taking the time to become a fan. Truly appreciate it Headed to read a Sam story as we speak. Thanks, todd

184 days ago

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Latest Articles »

Stale, Banged-up Royals Can't Seem To Get Ahead

Different QB, Coaches, and Defense…Same Dominating New England Patriots?

Mock Interview with Patriots Wide Receiver Randy Moss

Catching the Tuna: Revitalized Patriots Aiming At Own Success Story

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