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Jonathan Cyprowski joined May 2009

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About Jonathan »

Jonathan Cyprowski is a promising young journalist with CBN Sports. Growing up in the city of Pittsburgh he learned to appreciate the old school traditions in sports, but from a new school perspective. Whether it’s doing a feature length television interview with Dwayne Wade or producing an exclusive with Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford, Jonathan brings a fresh look at the world of sports.

When he stopped watching cartoons and started tuning into SportsCenter in the 3rd grade it became clear that sports would be a passion for Jonathan. Playing every sport he could including a brief stint in collegiate football gave Jonathan a great foundation and understanding of a number of sports. After having kidney failure on the practice field Jonathan turned his attention to becoming the next great sports journalist. With a Master’s Degree in Journalism, and a B.A. in communications his education matches his unbridled enthusiasm for real, intriguing sports journalism.

His experience with kidney failure altered his approach to sports only from a physical standpoint. Instead of playing them he covers them, and in doing so he brings an athlete’s perspective to his writing. Sometimes opinionated but always-fair Jonathan’s use of whit, irony and a flair for the dramatic make his writing a must read for sports fans everywhere.

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Favorite Athletes

Current- Hines Ward, Peyton Manning, Aaron Smith, Troy Polamalu, Demarcus Ware, Tim Tebow, Gerald McCoy, Chris Paul, Steve Nash, Evgeni Malkin, Alex Ovechkin, Josh Hamilton, Albert Pujols and Ivan Rodriguez.... All-Time: Michael Jordan, Roberto Clemente, Jonny Unitas, Jack Lambert, Mario Lemieux, Bill Mazeroski, ...
Favorite Sports Teams

My allegiance lies with the teams from the city of Pittsburgh-Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, but in general I don't root for teams as much as I do great players. I love watching great athletes do amazing things.
Favorite Coaches

Tony Dungy, Mike Tomlin, Phil Jackson, Joe Paterno, Bob Johnson, Vince Lombardi, Cael Sanderson, Scottie Bowman...
All Time Sports Moment

Michael Jordan's game winning shot against the Jazz in the 1998 NBA Finals.
Most Memorable Game Attended

July 13th 1997-Francisco Cordova and Ricardo Rincon pitch a combine 10 inning no hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates, capped off by a pinch hit 3 run homer by Mark Smith in the bottom of the 10th.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cal Ripken Jr.-Consecutive games played
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Flip a coin
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus will continue to be the greatest of all time until Tiger breaks his record of majors, and Tiger will break them eventually.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt
Schumacher or Senna?

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

Basketball-Big East, Football- My heart is with the Big 10 but the SEC is just too dominant.

Latest Articles »

Wise Or Weak?: Ryan Clark Unlikely To Play On Monday Night In Denver

11/06/2009

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Is Jeff Reed Drinking His Way Out Of Pittsburgh?

10/19/2009

2,127 reads 16 comments 1 likes

Pittsburgh Loses Aaron Smith for Year, Steelers Scramble to Fill Role for Now

10/14/2009

529 reads 30 comments 0 likes

Pittsburgh Steelers DE Aaron Smith Out for the Season?

10/14/2009

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JW Nix said...

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I think you may dig this piece written on hockey by K.D.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/289279-i-think-i-love-hockey

12 days ago

Patrick Cwiklinski said...

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Is Craig Anderson really all that he's cracked up to be? Find out in my latest article and please feel free to leave feedback!

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/280125-is-this-guy-for-real-craig-andersons-miraculous-month-of-october

28 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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Please pray for Cameon: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275326-cameon-shiflett-needs-our-prayers

36 days ago

JW Nix said...

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now may be the the time to : http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274477-let-the-mutiny-begin-in-redskins-nation

38 days ago

Nick Signorelli said...

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Jonathan,
Poke taken, and laughed at. The site I am writing for is go-steelers.com. Right now they are only linking my work from here, so if you read it hear, you havent missed anything.
I am actually starting a production company here in Pittsburgh, that is going to focus on local sports. We are going to do a show that features Pro, College, and High School. We are looking at starting it by December. So I have been kind of busy, and have not been writing as much as I would like. I even dropped out of the top 5 of the NFL, which really ticks me off, but what can I do!

Take it easy, and I will be talking to you soon.

Nick

39 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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Jonathan,

I thought you might like this piece. It’s a personal look back at the Florida Marlins incredibly shocking upset of the New York Yankees in the 2003 World Series.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272473-a-night-to-remember-the-2003-florida-marlins-shock-the-world

Let me know what you think.

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

41 days ago

Ron Tepper said...

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John
I'm jealous as hell.I love the upper Gauley. Did you read 3 rafters have died in the last 3 weeks rafting that river?

41 days ago

Nick Signorelli said...

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I would have known you broke the Smith story had I been able to find it some where on the site. I think it is rediculous that you can write an article, and 3 hours later, some one can search the players name, and the team and not find that some one else already wrote the story. I wrote mine at 5am, 3 hours later because I could not find anything on him.

41 days ago

JW Nix said...

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this man belongs in Canton :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265091-crazy-canton-cuts-don-coryell

54 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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Jonathan,

I felt you might get a kick out of this little piece. It has an important message for everyone. Let me know what you think of it in the comments section.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/255532-be-smart-play-joyfully-today?just_published=1

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

70 days ago

Patrick Cwiklinski said...

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I'm back on hockey!

Please take a look at my latest article documenting Tim Thomas' rise from nothing to become one of the NHL's premier goaltenders when you get a free moment.

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250000-the-peoples-champion-tim-thomas-and-his-rigid-road-to-sucess

79 days ago

Patrick Cwiklinski said...

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Why are some NFL players mad at Madden? Find out in my latest article when you get a free moment.

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247249-i-aint-no-slowpoke-why-some-nfl-players-are-mad-at-madden

84 days ago

Carl Stine said...

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Hey Jonathan, I enjoy your work. Even though I am a Bears' fan.

84 days ago

RICHARD MCLEMORE said...

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Jonathan, as always I enjoyed looking at your slideshow. You did some excellent research on the Steelers O-Line and the slide on the Rookies Wallace, Redman and Hood was truly refreshing. Thanks for sharing.

86 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Jonathan, here is the follow up article on George Martin. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at it and leave your support in the comment area. Feel free to pass it around. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244249-give-george-martin-a-key-to-nyc

89 days ago

Jonathan's Achievements & Awards (12) »

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The Steelers Signing Vick Is Far More T…

Received 5,000 Reads • August 03, 2009
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Is Jeff Reed Drinking His Way Out Of Pi…

Received 2,000 Reads • October 19, 2009
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Great Debate: Silver Medal

The Steelers Signing Vick Is Far More T…

Received 50 comments • August 03, 2009
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Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Pittsburgh Loses Aaron Smith for Year, …

Received 25 comments • October 14, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Injured Polamalu Is Not the Answer To S…

Received 1,000 Reads • October 12, 2009
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Questions and Answers: What To Make of …

Received 1,000 Reads • August 14, 2009
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Which Pittsburgh Steelers Long Shot is …

Received 1,000 Reads • August 07, 2009
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Are Big Ben's Legal Troubles Creating a…

Received 1,000 Reads • July 27, 2009
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Steeler Stunner: Ben Roethlisberger Acc…

Received 1,000 Reads • July 21, 2009
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Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Steeler Stunner: Ben Roethlisberger Acc…

Received 25 comments • July 21, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Could The Steelers Be In Interested In …

Received 1,000 Reads • May 29, 2009
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The Aaron Smith You Never Knew: A Real …

Received 1,000 Reads • May 17, 2009

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