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*I will no longer be writing on Bleacher Report. I have accomplished what I set out to prove...that I am a more than capable, quality sports writer. *

*From this point on, I will only consider freelance work that I will be compensated for so if you have read my articles and have an interest in working with me, you can send me a private message with detailed information including what the compensation will be.*

I received my BA in 2007 in Journalism-Public Relations and I am now working on my Masters in Mass Communications.

My writer rankings:

#1 Writer for the Houston Rockets
#2 Writer for the New Orleans Hornets
#3 Writer for the Charlotte Bobcats
#4 Writer for Basketball
#11 Writer for the NBA
#2 Writer for the Jacksonville Jaguars
#10 Writer for Jacksonville
#40 Writer for Preview/Predictions section
#12 Writer for Sports & Society section

Four of my U of H articles have been featured on CBS Sports.com's website http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228151-inside-the-coachs-head-kevin-sumlin
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230165-university-of-houston-cougars-2009-schedule-and-predictions http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237277-blog-transcript-from-first-half-of-houston-cougars-scrimmage and http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234661-conference-usa-will-provide-plenty-of-fireworks (This was posted on the site's home page).

Featured Jacksonville Jaguars articles: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239109-vikings-to-trade-or-release-tarvaris-jackson-jags-should-take-notice
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242548-concerns-and-surprises-for-the-jacksonville-jaguars-2009-preseason

Other featured materials: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242326-jets-qb-mark-sanchez-shows-rookie-jitters-in-first-monday-night-game
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243530-third-times-a-charm-billy-gillispie-arrested-for-dui

I am a very proud husband and father who enjoys writing passionately about sports, mainly NFL and NBA writing. I dedicate this page to my lovely wife and my wonderful son, everything that I do, it's for you two.

My two favorite teams are the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Rockets and I follow just about everything that they do.

I pride myself on being knowledgeable in all aspects of sports and I look forward to contributing to the Bleacher Report on a daily basis and building up my status as a great writer.

Follow me on twitter! http://twitter.com/Roneal42

Richard's Recent Articles

OAKLAND, CA - MARCH 15: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors is called for his second technical foul and is thrown out of the game by referee Tony Brothers against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA game on March 15, 2009 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Stephen Jackson Requests Trade to Contender

Published 2 months ago
793 reads 81 comments

TAMPA, FL - MARCH 12: Head coach Billy Gillispie of the Kentucky Wildcats reacts to a call during the game against the Ole Miss Rebels during the first round of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament on March 12, 2009 at The St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Billy Gillispie's Latest Alcohol Charge Reveals Sobering Truth about Drinking

Published 2 months ago
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MIAMI - AUGUST 17: Head coach Jack Del Rio of the Jacksonville Jaguars watches his team take on the Miami Dolphins during a preseason game at Landshark Stadium on August 17, 2009 in Miami, Florida. The Dolphins defeated the Jaguars 12-9. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Concerns and Surprises For the Jacksonville Jaguars 2009 Preseason

Published 2 months ago
443 reads 75 comments

BALTIMORE - AUGUST 24: Mark Sanchez #6 of the New York Jets is hit by Ray Lewis #52 of the Baltimore Ravens in a preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 24, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland. Sanchez's pass was intercepted and returned for a touchdown on the play. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Jets-Ravens: QB Sanchez Shows Rookie Jitters in First Monday Night Game

Published 2 months ago
429 reads 128 comments

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Richard Writes About

Houston (23),
NBA (21),
Basketball (19),
Austin (17),
Houston Rockets (16),
Preview/Prediction (14),
NFL (12),
Breaking News (12)

Dan Scofield responded to a comment on Saturdays vs. Sundays: Why College Football is Better than the NFL
Dan Scofield responded to a comment on Saturdays vs. Sundays: Why College Football is Better than the NFL
Brandon Erickson responded to a comment on Minnesota Golden Gophers: The Big Ten's Darkhorse in 2009
Brandon Erickson responded to a comment on Minnesota Golden Gophers: The Big Ten's Darkhorse in 2009
Rick Gillispie responded to a comment on Vanderbilt Suffers Another Loss at Defensive End

The Short List What Richard thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

Michael Jordan, Walter Payton, Bill Russell, Magic Johnson, Jerry Rice, Fred Taylor, Ken Griffey Jr., Cal Ripken Jr. and Tiger Woods
Favorite Sports Teams

Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans and the Houston Rockets
Favorite Coaches

Tony Dungy, Jack Del Rio and Bobby Bowden
All Time Sports Moment

Too many to name just one
Most Memorable Game Attended

Jags vs. Dolphins 1999 AFC Divisional Playoff Game (Jaguars 62 Dolphins 7)
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Bill Russell's Championship Rings (11)
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Don't really do Nascar...
Schumacher or Senna?

See answer above...
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC: Toughest Conference in the Nation

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by Alex
7 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by Jack
9 days ago

It just gets worse and worse:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/281114-the-worst-team-in-the-nfl-say-it-aint-so-skins
by James
12 days ago

hey ro,

Two new articles I wrote this week which haven't been getting much coverage.

Check this one out from yesterday on Roy Hibbert & Greg Oden, two rising centers in the NBA:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278593-waking-giants-the-rise-of-greg-oden-roy-hibbert

Also from last week my key predictions for the Miami Heat and their new

season:http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273242-predictions-miami-heat-0910-season

Thanks mate!
by Shady
15 days ago

2009-10 eastern confrence mega preview, breaking down every team in the east, don't be scared by the article length.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277665-2009-10-nba-eastern-confrence-preview
by Keith
19 days ago

Could the Knicks' 2010 fate be in the hands of Eddy Curry?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275202-with-2010-looming-for-the-knicks-the-time-is-now-for-eddy-curry
by Scotty
21 days ago

It's nice to see you've climbed to the top RO.
Haven't really found the inspiration to write since school started. Good luck.
by Alex
21 days ago

Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full
by The Sportmeisters
21 days ago

Come join Sportmeister Derek, head of Fantasy Sports, in the Happy Hour Fantasy Football Chat tomorrow Sunday October 18th from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM EST. He'll be there to answer all your Fantasy Football questions for the week. Derek is a multiple Fantasy winner, in a variety of league formats. You MUST be registered to ask a question, but don't worry, it's free. Join the chat here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/FlashChat/Chat.aspx?HostUserURL=Sportmeisters
by Hotnuke
24 days ago

Richard,

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
by Jeff
25 days ago

Here is a preview of the showdown in New Orleans this week. Giants-Saints should be great TV for all NFL fans.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271910-new-york-giants-gear-up-for-nfc-showdown-with-new-orleans-saints
by Robert
26 days ago

Hey Buddy, what's up? Here is my latest article on the New York Giants. Check it out if you have some time. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271249-are-the-new-york-giants-for-real
by Alex
28 days ago

Week 5 here we go!

Will the Chiefs do something for the first time in 32 years today?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/270113-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-five/show_full
by The Sportmeisters
28 days ago

Come join Sportmeister Derek, head of Fantasy Sports, in the Happy Hour Fantasy Football Chat from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM EST. He'll be there to answer all your Fantasy Football questions for the week. Derek is a multiple Fantasy winner, in a variety of league formats. You MUST be registered to ask a question, but don't worry, it's free. Join the chat here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/FlashChat/Chat.aspx?HostUserURL=Sportmeisters
by Blaine
about 1 month ago

At long last the second part of the 49ers All "No" team is here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268746-the-san-francisco-49ers-all-no-team-pt-2-the-linemen
by Dave
about 1 month ago

Good to see you figured out what Bleacher Report is doing. Come on over to FanHuddle, they don't play the games there.

http://fanhuddle.com/houstontexans/2009/10/06/cushing-teaching-texans-how-to-play-bully/

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