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To contact me regarding my writing, please email me at b-s-d-9-8-7-@-g-m-a-i-l-.-c-o-m.
Hi y'all. I'm a 20-year old college student at Rice University. I have been actively writing about sports for five years with a focus in college football, tennis, golf, horse racing, and folkstyle wrestling. I am currently working on a freelance piece about the 1969 Texas Longhorns football team. Furthermore, I am researching the University of Texas football team since 1957 and its effect on perceptions of race within the state.
Retired Australian tennis player Wayne Arthurs is my hero. His matches have helped me pull through some of my lower moments.
College sports are greater than professional sports, but you already knew that.
I have had one article published on CBSSports.com, which was written on request of the CBSSports.com editing staff.
I run a horse racing blog, FinalHalfAFurlong.blogspot.com. The name is inspired by Arlington Park track announcer John Dooley, who used to say "they come inside the final half a furlong!" He no longer appears to use the phrase as the horses pass the sixteenth pole.
Again, please direct all inquiries to b-s-d-9-8-7-@-g-m-a-i-l-.-c-o-m without the "-." I have included these to avoid automated spammers from picking up my address.
Burton's Recent Articles
Burton Writes About
- Opinion (42),
- Horse Racing (13),
- Tennis (8),
- Golf (7),
- College Football (7),
- NFL (7),
- Football (6),
- Men's Tennis (6)
- Burton DeWitt responded to a comment on Price Mike Locksley Paid Too Small for His Crime
The Short List What Burton thinks about sport's most pressing questions
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Favorite Athletes
Wayne Arthurs, Goran Ivanisevic, Ernests Gulbis, Tuncay Sanli, Jose Maria Olazabal, Robert Kubica, Ayrton Senna, Herschel Walker (the football player/olympic bobsled racer, not the trotter), Native Dancer, Holy Bull, Go For Wand, Personal Ensign, Dash for Cash, Falcon Seelster, HENRY CEJUDO!
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Favorite Sports Teams
University of Florida, William Marsh Rice University, Northwestern University, Atlanta Falcons, Florida Marlins, New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, Middlesbrough F.C., Burton Albion FC (duh, they named the club after me), BMW Sauber
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Favorite Coaches
Nick Saban (I hate him, but he is the best), Dave McGinnis
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All Time Sports Moment
Rafael Nadal vs. Roger Federer, 2008 Wimbledon Gentlemen's Singles Final
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Most Memorable Game Attended
2009 Kentucky Oaks, Rachel Alexandra was just phenomenal
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Most Unbreakable Sports Record
XFL single-season rushing record, or Sam Crawford's 309 triples, or Matthew Emmons screwing up gold on the final shot in two consecutive Olympiads
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Ruth or Mays?
Ruth
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Unitas or Montana?
Jim Brown
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Gretzky or Orr?
Messier
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Pele or Maradona?
Pele
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Federer or Sampras?
Pancho Gonzalez
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Tiger or Nicklaus?
Tiger
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Petty or Earnhardt?
Secretariat
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Schumacher or Senna?
Senna, then a dozen other people, then Schumacher
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Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?
SEC





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2 months ago
Thank you so much for the edit. It really does look a lot better.
2 months ago
Hi Burton, I've read a few of your articles, and you really seem to know a thing or two about writing and horse racing. I was wondering if you could give my article on the upcoming Woodward a look, and give me any feedback on my writing, or the race. Thank you!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247901-woodward-memorial-preview-rachel-alexandra-expected-to-extend-streak
2 months ago
Hi Burton, I am trying to become a Featured Columnist for the Michigan State Spartans Men's Basketball Team and would appreciate your support by taking a look at this article:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244141-michigan-states-two-recruits-hope-to-fill-vacated-center-spot
Thanks much
2 months ago
Former Kentucky Coach Arrested for Drunken Driving
Please read and add comments on your thoughts about the ever-growing problem of alcohol on our roads.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243530-third-times-a-charm-billy-gillispie-arrested-for-dui
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3 months ago
Hey!
Have you had a chance to read my latest article on a legacy that will never be forgotten in a buckeye's heart. If you have time I'd love for you to read and comment it!
Thanks!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229111-tyson-gentry-an-inspiring-ohio-state-buckeye-legacy
3 months ago
Hi Burton
Reds Roundtable #3 called to order. :)
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227076-cincinnati-reds-roundtable-no-3
3 months ago
Hello Mate,
I just wrote a article about Tiger Woods, if you are free do check it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/221444-tiger-woods-more-than-just-a-golfer
Sriram
3 months ago
Hi
Please check this out
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220214-federer-moments-v-003-the-picasso-of-point-construction
and leave a comment
Thanks
3 months ago
Hey
For tennis fans, quick daily federer moments. you know, the ones that make you gasp.
2 so far,
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/218922-federer-moments-v-001-the-one-against-ascione
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/219815-federer-moments-v-002-just-a-flick-of-the-wrist
leave a comment about what you think about the idea
5 months ago
He mate
wrote a piece which I tried to make my master piece. Could you please cheack it out. Don't be scared of telling me if it is bad
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/200865-painting-my-sports-idol
5 months ago
Hey Burton, I have tried to offer a different perspective to Pete's glory at Wimbledon. Plz give it a read, time permitting, and would appreciate your thoughts. thanks!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/198920-pete-sampras-and-the-irony-called-wimbledon
5 months ago
Hey mate.
Did my first slide show today. It is supposed to be humor. Tell me if you like it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/197755-looking-at-sports-once-again-when-it-sickens-me#page/13
6 months ago
What are Alter Ego's and why are they here on Bleacher Report?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/173563-br-alter-egos-what-are-they-and-why-are-they-here
- GHD
aka "Skillet"
6 months ago
what should i do? write a short article asking people to submit a paragraph with their answer? write an article with my projection and ask people to do the same?
6 months ago
thats an awesome idea .... the dark horse thing - go for it and i'll adv it on the leader board
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