John Friel's Sportswriter Profile

John Friel joined August 2008

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About John »

A little about myself: My name is John Friel, I'm going into my second year at Florida Atlantic University. I am currently majoring in communications and journalism. As far as a career goes, I am looking into something that involves sports. As a writer, I would love to write for the Miami Herald and cover all South Florida sports or as a member of the ESPN team, I am looking to intern in a few years at the location in Connecticut.

I am a huge fan of all South Florida teams, Heat, Dolphins, Panthers, Marlins, Hurricanes, Owls, and I have been following the most of them for as long as I can remember. I am here to spread my opinion across the interweb and inform everyone of South Florida sports and most preferably the NBA.

I would like to thank CBSSports.com for featuring my "Who will be the next LeBron" article on their website.

Fanhuddle.com. Official Miami Heat and Florida Marlins writer

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Favorite Athletes

Dwyane Wade, Michael Jordan, Hanley Ramirez, Dwight Howard, Chad Pennington, Joey Porter, Ronnie Brown, Channing Crowder, Tim Lincecum, Jason Taylor, Udonis Haslem, Josh Johnson, Ricky Williams
Favorite Sports Teams

Miami Heat, Florida Marlins, Miami Dolphins, Florida Panthers, Miami Hurricanes, FAU Owls
Favorite Coaches

Tony Sparano, Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, Don Shula
All Time Sports Moment

Michael Jordan's "final" shot against the Utah Jazz in his last finals.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Miami Heat vs. Detroit Pistons. Wade scores Heat's last 17 points in 4th quarter./Game 4 of 2003 World Series, Alex Gonzalez hits walk off hr in 12th inning
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

72 wins by the Chicago Bulls
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?

Bball=Acc, Football=SEC

Latest Articles »

No Catch of the Day: Miami Dolphins Could Have Handed Indianapolis Colts a Loss

09/22/2009

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The BCS Should Watch Out For The Storm Approaching

09/21/2009

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Washington Wizards: 30 Teams in 30 Days

08/29/2009

931 reads 3 comments 0 likes

Utah Jazz: 30 Teams In 30 Days

08/28/2009

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James Wong said...

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hey john,

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!

26 days ago

Allen Levin said...

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yo bro check out my new ucf football article

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/257095-ucf-knights-appear-to-have-found-their-answer-at-quarterback-in-hodges

65 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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John,

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

66 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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John,

I just wanted to let you know about this piece. I think you’ll enjoy it.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247193-tim-james-a-true-warrior

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

79 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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Hey john

So after suffering a broken finger ive been able to write a little bit more. LOL. Check out my latest please, comments are always welcomed

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/246414-dissecting-realgms-report-of-a-potential-chris-bosh-re-signing

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/246378-memo-to-stephen-jackson-give-it-a-rest

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244327-this-week-in-the-nba-and-5-things-i-think

-Mike

81 days ago

James Wong said...

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hey john,

check out my newest article on the legendary john stockton, a member of the 2009 basketball hall of fame class. always underappreciated, but a true legend!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/245474-hall-of-fame-09-remembering-john-stockton

thanks mate!

82 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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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

ro

86 days ago

James Wong said...

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hey john,

check out my latest article which takes a look back at the legacy of the center in the NBA in the 90's:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242841-the-1990s-decade-of-the-center

cheers mate!

87 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello John, I would like you to take a look at this article and leave your support in the comment area. I would love to see this story make a difference. Pass it around! Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224275-ny-giants-george-martin-the-forgotten-hero

89 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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Hey John

The Raptors have made another move however, I don’t agree with this one!
Here’s my take on the player they should have acquired Jodie Meeks.
Comments and critiques are always welcomed

-Mike

96 days ago

manny mcloving said...

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I JUST WROTE THIS- Please read it. Its about a new standard for hiring and firing Gm and Coaches in the NBA

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237691-the-new-standard-for-hiring-and-firing-nba-coaches-and-gm-tm

96 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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I'm finally a Featured Columnist now! Please check out my latest article, it's a little different because I did it blog style and another bonus article on fantasy football.

Please provide your excellent feedback!

ro

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237277-blog-transcript-from-first-half-of-houston-cougars-scrimmage

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237449-fantasy-football-to-retire-or-not

96 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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Hey John

Hey Bob-Bob

I’ve started a weekly segment looking at a review of what has happened in the NBA for the week. Your support and commentary would be greatly appreciated as I continue to hone my writing and analytical skills

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236362-this-week-in-the-nba-5-things-i-think

Thanks in advance for the support!

98 days ago

manny mcloving said...

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I JUST WROTE THIS- Please read it. About Informing T-Mac he got traded via twitter

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236271-informing-t-mac-he-just-got-traded-via-twitter

99 days ago

Dave Morrison said...

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Hey John,

I really like the 30 teams in 30 days! Great stuff! Keep up the brilliant work man.

Cheers,

Dave Mo

100 days ago

James Wong said...

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26 days ago

Allen Levin said...

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yo bro check out my new ucf football article

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/257095-ucf-knights-appear-to-have-found-their-answer-at-quarterback-in-hodges

65 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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66 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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John,

I just wanted to let you know about this piece. I think you’ll enjoy it.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247193-tim-james-a-true-warrior

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

79 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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James Wong said...

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Richard O'Neal said...

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James Wong said...

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Robert Domaine said...

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micheal malcolm said...

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manny mcloving said...

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Richard O'Neal said...

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micheal malcolm said...

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98 days ago

manny mcloving said...

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I JUST WROTE THIS- Please read it. About Informing T-Mac he got traded via twitter

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236271-informing-t-mac-he-just-got-traded-via-twitter

99 days ago

Dave Morrison said...

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Hey John,

I really like the 30 teams in 30 days! Great stuff! Keep up the brilliant work man.

Cheers,

Dave Mo

100 days ago

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