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Steven Ball joined July 2009

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My name is Steven and I am a native of a small farm town in Southern Michigan. I am currently finishing up my undergraduate work at Central Michigan University, majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Mathematics. One day I hope to work in a software engineering firm. I love sports and follow all the hometown teams except the Detroit Lions. My favorite sports teams are the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Redwings, Green Bay Packers and of course my Central Michigan Chippewas.

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Favorite Athletes

Chris Kamen, Chauncey Billups, Ivan Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr, Chris Chelios, Thomas Holmstrom
Favorite Sports Teams

Detroit Tigers, Detroit Redwings, Green Bay Packers, Central Michigan Chippewas
Favorite Coaches

Mike Kryzewski, Jim Leyland
All Time Sports Moment

Brett Favre's 2003 incredible Monday Night game against the Oakland Raiders after finding out his father had passed away.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Boston College at Central Michigan University (2006)
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Triple Crown
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth
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?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

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

Mid-American Conference

Latest Articles »

A Tale Of Two Halves: Boston College Tops Central

11/01/2009

42 reads 2 comments 1 likes

Central Defeats BGSU, Boston College on The Horizon

10/24/2009

95 reads 9 comments 0 likes

Overrated: #11 Iowa Hawkeyes

10/15/2009

460 reads 30 comments 0 likes

Respect Please!: Central Michigan Stuns Michigan State in East Lansing

09/12/2009

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Richard Langford said...

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You are invited to witness a unique and funny evening with the Tennessee Titans.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294984-an-evening-with-the-tennessee-titans-bud-adams-style-pt-1

1 day ago

Henry Ball said...

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As President of the Les Miles Fan Club I took a big hit on Saturday Night but is Les really on the Hot Seat?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/295130-is-les-miles-on-the-hot-seat-does-one-second-define-tenure-at-lsu

I'd appreciate your feedback and I hope you like it, if you find me worthy!

Thanks in advance. - HB

3 days ago

Richard Langford said...

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In case you were wondering what a day in the fabulous life of Tom Cable was like, or are just in need of a good laugh, you may enjoy this:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292807-a-day-in-the-life-of-tom-cable-part-one

5 days ago

Ash Marshall said...

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Hey Steven,

I'm writing articles about the MLB 9s and thought you'd be interested in the Detroit Tigers' piece.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292893-mlb-9s-detroit-tigers-did-ty-cobb-have-the-best-offensive-season-ever

Any feedback or thoughts would be appreciated.

Cheers,

Ash

7 days ago

JW Nix said...

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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

16 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Everyone, take a look at this important article. It will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. Thank you very much and God Bless!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake

20 days ago

JW Nix said...

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Now that the offense is done, it is time for the defense :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284160-the-almost-all-time-tennessee-titans-defense

21 days ago

Henry Ball said...

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Please check this out if you've got a minute.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282569-czar-report-texas-locks-horns-on-no-1-destiny-ranking-whos-no-2

I hope you like it and I'd appreciate your feedback!

Thanks,

Henry Ball
(Southern Man)

23 days ago

Steven Ball said...

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Based on the comments received, it became clear to me that my argument as to why Iowa is overrated was not clear. As a result I have deleted the article and plan on writing it again more clearly if my class schedule allows for it.

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

Henry Ball said...

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The SEC West is extremely crowded. I've posted the first two in a series of three articles on a revised look at the front runners.

I tried to be objective and left my 'colored' glasses in the case, please take a look if you've got a minute and let me know how I did!

I hope you 'like' it!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/249312-now-that-youve-seen-the-product-are-you-buying-the-lsu-tigers

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/249296-now-that-youve-seen-the-product-are-you-buying-alabamas-crimson-tide

80 days ago

Tom Shelley said...

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Hey I posted a more detailed article on the Redhawks. Please come check it out and let me know what you think!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/246045-miami-redhawks-football-a-new-outlook-for-2009

Thanks!
Tom

85 days ago

Tyler Lambert said...

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Hey, I just completed my second article on Duke Football, trying to become a Duke Football Featured Columnist. I preview the Top 5 Offensive Players to keep an eye on in 2009. Since I am trying to become a FC, please leave any feedback that you can, what I should do differently next time, things I can do to improve the article, etc. Thanks in advance. I appreciate the support!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242981-duke-football-preview-top-5-offensive-players-to-watch-in-2009/show_full

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

Taylor Rummel said...

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Hey Steven,

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

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A Tale Of Two Halves: Boston College Tops Central

Central Defeats BGSU, Boston College on The Horizon

Overrated: #11 Iowa Hawkeyes

Respect Please!: Central Michigan Stuns Michigan State in East Lansing

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