Sam Hegan's Sportswriter Profile

Sam Hegan joined November 2008

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Born in Santa Monica, CA and transplanted to Mississippi at very young age. I was raised around an auto dealership run by my mom. My dad was an MD and let her run the dealership to keep her out of trouble I guess. I wasn't so lucky as I stayed in trouble. Played FB, did Martial Arts and raced cars. That was my life until I joined the Army and Uncle Sammy decided to chunk me out of perfectly good airplanes for no good reason. Still don't know what I did to piss him off. Worked for the Fed, State and County Law Enforcement plus I've owned my own engine machine shop. I've raced SCCA, NHRA, IHRA and local dirt. Now I do more watching than doing.

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Favorite Athletes

Kyle Busch, Kurt Busch, Richard Petty, Bobby Issac, Leroy Kelly, Archie Manning
Favorite Sports Teams

New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, MS State Bulldogs
Favorite Coaches

Jimmie Johnson, Mike Ditka, Don Shula, Paul "Bear" Bryant
All Time Sports Moment

Seeing my 1st Daytona 500 in 1964
Most Memorable Game Attended

Seeing Archie Manning run the go ahead TD against the Rams in 1972 at Tulane Stadium, NO, LA
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Petty's 200 win mark
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Russell
Gretzky or Orr?

Orr
Pele or Maradona?

I don't know soccer
Federer or Sampras?

???
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

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

SEC

Latest Articles »

NASCAR Recieves a Fan Award??? Like WTF???

11/04/2009

52 reads 17 comments 3 likes

Why Can't NASCAR Do More Night Races During Football Season?

11/01/2009

25 reads 0 comments 0 likes

NASCAR Or BORECAR: The Results Are The Same

10/25/2009

54 reads 1 comments 1 likes

Mississippi State Bulldogs Excited About 2009 Season

08/22/2009

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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

Crabber 1967 . said...

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Part Two of my most recent article on Bleacher Report has been published.

NASCAR, Stop the Talladega “Flip” Flap (Part Two)
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/293452-nascar-stop-the-talladega-flip-flap-part-two

I hope you enjoy this, and I look forward to your comments!

6 days ago

Crabber 1967 . said...

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My most recent effort is:
NASCAR, Stop the Talladega “Flip” Flap
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292015-nascar-stop-the-talladega-flip-flap

Part Two of NASCAR, Stop the Talladega “Flip” Flap
Will be coming soon!

Thanks for reading and I look forward to your comments!

7 days ago

Crabber 1967 . said...

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Hello Sam!
I’ve been quiet for a while but I thought you might be interested in my latest piece:

NASCAR Hall Of Fame's First Class a No-Brainer... and That's the Problem

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284615-nascar-hall-of-fames-first-class-of-inductees-a-no-brainer

I’m looking forward to your comments! Thanks in advance.

19 days ago

WI-OH Sports Fan said...

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Thank you for liking my article!

20 days ago

Sal Sigala Jr. said...

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After four months and three days of being a member of B/R, I just posted my 100th article.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282206-dale-earnhardt-jr-is-back-at-the-house-that-he-and-his-dad-built

24 days ago

Kelly Crandall said...

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/267017-will-teresa-earnhardt-win-the-sprint-cup-series-championship-by-default

50 days ago

Crabber 1967 . said...

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Although I've got TWO articles slowly moving to completion, a new article pops out of my brain!

NASCAR Hall of Fame: My Comments on the Nominees and the Process.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239046-nascar-hall-of-fame-my-comments-on-the-nominees-and-the-process

You comments welcome!

98 days ago

Adam Testa said...

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My latest piece may be my best yet. I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Jeff Leen, assistant managing editor of investigations for the Washington Post, about his new book, "Queen of the Ring." This article looks at the life and times of women's wrestling pioneer Mildred Burke and the new book telling the forgotten story of her life, career and legacy.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/232863-queen-of-the-ring-new-book-tells-tale-of-womens-wrestling-pioneer

109 days ago

Adam Testa said...

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Jeff Jarrett may have broken the bro code, but in the end, it could benefit the fans. Find out more by reading this article:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229820-cleaning-house-could-tnas-latest-shake-ups-improve-its-product

114 days ago

Adam Testa said...

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I attended a local, independent wrestling show last night featuring a main event of Kip James versus Kevin Thorn. It was an interesting experience, and I share the story. Check it out if you'd like.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229130-a-night-at-the-indies-featuring-kevin-thorn-and-kip-james

115 days ago

Mary Jo Buchanan said...

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Thanks for the pick Sam!!

129 days ago

David Scercy said...

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Hiya.....hope all is well. Please take a second to read my latest, bleacherreport didnt put it anywhere for anyone to read and I thought the article turned out well. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/216276-dei-the-demise-of-what-was-once-a-promising-empire

136 days ago

Crabber 1967 . said...

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After multiple delays, I have finally published the final part of my most recent article:

Joe Weatherly, 1964, and NASCAR's not-so-good “Good Old Days.” (Pt. 2)

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/215918-joe-weatherly-1964-and-nascars-not-so-good-good-old-days-pt-2

I hope you enjoy the piece. As always your comments are welcome.

137 days ago

Dann Khan said...

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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

166 days ago

Sam's Achievements & Awards (2) »

Great Debate [article title]

Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Could NASCAR Be Wrong About Mayfield, D…

Received 25 comments • July 15, 2009
Hot Read [article title]

Hot Read: Bronze Medal

NASCAR's New Engines: A Quick Look

Received 1,000 Reads • May 31, 2009

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NASCAR Recieves a Fan Award??? Like WTF???

Why Can't NASCAR Do More Night Races During Football Season?

NASCAR Or BORECAR: The Results Are The Same