Jimmy Grappone's Sportswriter Profile

Jimmy Grappone joined September 2008

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About Jimmy »

I love sports. I love to write. I figured I'd marry the two.

I know a thing or two about supporting heartbreaking teams as a longtime fan of the Denver Broncos and University of Virginia sports in general, and as a Red Sox supporter for about ten years. I've also experienced the joys of my favorite team winning it all a few times.

Hopefully you'll enjoy my musings from time to time and feel free to comment - your criticism and encouragement can only make me a better writer and a better fan.

The Shortlist »

Favorite Athletes

John Elway, Michael Jordan, Barry Sanders, Michael Singletary, John Lynch, Baron Davis, Dustin Pedroia, Terrell Davis, Brandon Marshall, Tiki Barber, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo
Favorite Sports Teams

Denver Broncos, Boston Red Sox, University of Virginia
All Time Sports Moment

The Drive, Broncos win Super Bowl
Most Memorable Game Attended

"The Comeback" - UVA 36 VT 32, 11/26/98 in Blacksburg, VA
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Wilt Chamberlain's 50+ points/25+ ppg/rpg in 61-62 NBA season
Ruth or Mays?

Babe Ruth
Unitas or Montana?

Elway
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky - but who cares?
Pele or Maradona?

Ronaldinho
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

#18 Kyle Busch
Schumacher or Senna?

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

ACC

Latest Articles »

Saints, 49ers Stage Rare Comebacks During Week 7's Sunday, Blowout Sunday

10/26/2009

185 reads 3 comments 0 likes

Tyrese Rice Is Nice, but Stephon Curry Is the No. 1 Gunner

01/06/2009

495 reads 2 comments 1 likes

Shanahan Orange Crushed: Joins Kiffin, Mangini, Crennel as Former AFC Skips

01/04/2009

233 reads 0 comments 0 likes

Al Davis Uses His One Phone Call To Break Up with Lane Kiffin

09/30/2008

484 reads 8 comments 1 likes

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Kristin Hamlin said...

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My first NFL Interview

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/114172-tony-mandarich-setting-the-record-straight

311 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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This one is dear to me!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/65594-my-student-my-hero

420 days ago

Kristin Hamlin said...

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Ok i have got to change that pic---I lost a bet (aftre favre lost to the chargers) and promised I would keep that picture up--but I think it's time to take it down. Not a Chargers fan--just lost a bet :)
Thanks for the note tho :)

425 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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Jimmy, Thanks for both the picks my friend! I am going to read your article this morning.

425 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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I humbly submit my latest:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/62923-southern-style-humble-pie-yours-is-in-the-oven

427 days ago

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If you have the time, my latest:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/60132-college-football-community-four-ways-to-earn-your-props

434 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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Thanks Jimmy. I do edit some. The course is pretty good and I enjoyed it. There are some great games today! Enjoy!

436 days ago

Gray Ghost said...

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Excellent article! You have a good writing style. I like it!

437 days ago

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A little Gray Ghost humor, if you have the time.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/58770-home-boys-10-reasons-why-the-georgia-bulldogs-dont-like-to-travel

438 days ago

Jimmy's Achievements & Awards (2) »

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Hot Read: Silver Medal

New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys Top …

Received 2,000 Reads • September 15, 2008
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Jay Cutler, Mike Shanahan Rumble, Stumb…

Received 1,000 Reads • September 14, 2008

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Saints, 49ers Stage Rare Comebacks During Week 7's Sunday, Blowout Sunday

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