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Brett Favre: The Saga Continues

My response to an article written by a friend of mine, who is a die hard Packer fan. You will have to read his before mine to understand how it started. A Brett Favre fan's rebuttal: Well said, Ben...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 month ago 888 reads 28 comments
The 10 Hottest Chicks in Sports

Yes, that's right. A chick rating other chicks. It was only a matter of time before this article/slideshow was created; afterall I've been hanging out with guys for too long of a time not to ever have this idea implanted in my brain...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 3 months ago 393 reads 34 comments
What the Favre is Going On?

It is perhaps a dream come true and a nightmare at the same time. Those who have followed my articles know my love for the indecisive Brett Favre...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 3 months ago 183 reads 27 comments
A Transplanted Colts Fan on the Chargers: You Stay Classy, San Diego

It is no secret that I love the sport of football. I have published several articles about the sport, each one always filled with passion and debate. Typically, if someone were to ask who my favorite NFL football team was, I would reply, “The Colts

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 6 months ago 781 reads 127 comments
Why the 1989 San Francisco 49ers Will Always Be My Favorite NFL Team

“Turn this Godforsaken game off; I cannot watch anymore!” screamed my father from the couch. “Damn Broncos, they didn't even stand a chance against Joe and the gang. This is just plain embarrassing!” he continued to yell...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 6 months ago 625 reads 110 comments
Brett Favre: On Second Thought, Maybe Purple Is Your Color

You didn't really think he would go away quietly, did you?Rumor has it that Minnesota has taken interest in Brett Favre’s release from the Jets. Reports indicate that Favre and Vikings head coach Brad Childress are scheduled to meet this week...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 7 months ago 2,088 reads 87 comments
Remembering an Angel: The Nick Adenhart Story

It’s no secret that I’m not a huge baseball fan.I can’t watch a game of baseball on TV to save my life, unless it’s the World Series and involves the Chicago Cubs. So basically I have never actually watched an entire baseball game

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 7 months ago 362 reads 19 comments
Jay Cutler: Football's New Cry Baby

To trade Jay Cutler, or to not trade him, that is the question. One would think that Bowlen would just want to trade him and get rid of the emotional baggage Cutler has brought to the team...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 8 months ago 1,091 reads 53 comments
My 2009 MVP of the Year

I knew I was going to write about this, I just didn’t know when or how the words would come out. Last night though, the burden inside of me shaped into words and just like that, my article was complete...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 9 months ago 385 reads 53 comments
Kurt Warner vs. Ben Roethlisberger: Who Deserves It More?

I love the Super Bowl. The commercials and all of the hype surrounding them are half the fun. And don’t forget those halftime shows in which one never knows what to expect—will Janet Jackson ever live that one down? Every year is the same...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 10 months ago 741 reads 50 comments
Tony Mandarich: Setting the Record Straight

March 23, 2009, is going to be a very iconic day for Tony Mandarich. Not only does it coincide with his 20th anniversary of being the No. 2 NFL draft pick, but it will also mark the release of his tell-all book, My Dirty Little Secrets...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about 10 months ago 763 reads 93 comments
The Wedding Vows of Football

I had an opportunity to attend a wedding this weekend. It wasn’t my first, and I am sure it won’t be my last. I am sure everyone reading this has been to a wedding or will be at one sometime in the near future...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 737 reads 72 comments
Brett Favre-Rewriting the Pages

Kneeling down on that grass, staring up at the empty stands, for the first time he feels at home. Maybe it was the view of his own breath that reminded him of his former state. Maybe it was the fact that he felt needed again...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 573 reads 46 comments
For the Love of the Game

I’ve always wondered why it is that I love watching football over any other sport. I struggle to explain it correctly when in an argument, especially when I have someone telling me why ...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 1,619 reads 126 comments
A Reason to Believe

“I really wanted to show people you can win all kinds of ways. I always coached the way I’ve wanted to be coached." -Tony Dungy...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 682 reads 92 comments
Wasted "Vick-Tories"

Brenda Vick and Michael Boddie are very proud parents, and why wouldn’t they be? They have two sons who made it to the NFL and are living the “high” life. One is in jail, and the other is on his way there...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 2,256 reads 191 comments
My Side of the Story

Here I sit alone tonight. I’m watching all my college highlights—and I am proud to say that I am part of these highlights. But as much as these would make anyone feel ecstatic, I feel incredibly alone tonight; there is no doubt...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 996 reads 75 comments
Happy 39th Birthday Brett- His Top Plays

This is just a fun article to honor an amazing athlete on his birthday. For anyone that wants to argue with this article...Well, I guess you will be arguing with stats and true statements so have fun with that one...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 821 reads 32 comments
Ed Hochuli: Three Strikes and You're Not Out!!!

I don’t think it’s any secret that Ed Hochuli, the referee that was more of a celebrity, is in a different kind of spotlight now. The cruel spotlight...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 1,068 reads 47 comments
Why It Pays To Be a Loyal Fan

Although the title may seem that I have something against USC, trust me I don't. Except that they are always ranked above my team. However, some USC fans actually feel that their Trojans suck all of a sudden...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 1,699 reads 84 comments
25 Dumbest Sports Quotes

While I was doing research for one of my articles, I came across one of these quotes and thought to myself, "There is no way." Turns out, there was a way. Lots of them...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 2,613 reads 56 comments
Top 5 NFL Draft Disappointments: Why It's Better to Play with Your Heart

As most of us are aware, the NFL draft isn’t always accurate. There are some draft picks, such as Peyton Manning, who are expected to be good and that don‘t let you down...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 967 reads 28 comments
Who Is the Greatest Athlete of Our Time?

I’ll give you a hint. He lettered in three sports in college: football, baseball, and track. Any guesses? Okay, I will throw out a couple more hints...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 3,298 reads 92 comments
Brett Favre: Forgetting a Legend?

I never really understood the word “fickle”, so I finally looked it up in the dictionary: Fickle: (adj) not constant or loyal. I don’t think there could have been a more appropriate word to describe the comeback of Brett Favre...

Written by Kristin Hamlin about about 1 year ago 1,183 reads 38 comments

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Kristin Hamlin Article Archive

Brett Favre: The Saga Continues

The 10 Hottest Chicks in Sports

What the Favre is Going On?

A Transplanted Colts Fan on the Chargers: You Stay Classy, San Diego

Why the 1989 San Francisco 49ers Will Always Be My Favorite NFL Team

Brett Favre: On Second Thought, Maybe Purple Is Your Color

Remembering an Angel: The Nick Adenhart Story

Jay Cutler: Football's New Cry Baby

My 2009 MVP of the Year

Kurt Warner vs. Ben Roethlisberger: Who Deserves It More?

Tony Mandarich: Setting the Record Straight

The Wedding Vows of Football

Brett Favre-Rewriting the Pages

For the Love of the Game

A Reason to Believe

Wasted "Vick-Tories"

My Side of the Story

Happy 39th Birthday Brett- His Top Plays

Ed Hochuli: Three Strikes and You're Not Out!!!

Why It Pays To Be a Loyal Fan

25 Dumbest Sports Quotes

Top 5 NFL Draft Disappointments: Why It's Better to Play with Your Heart

Who Is the Greatest Athlete of Our Time?

Brett Favre: Forgetting a Legend?

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