Michael Shackelford joined February 2009

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Michael  Shackelford

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I'm a native of Santa Cruz, California, and grew up watching the San Francisco 49ers when they were the best team in the NFL. The first game I remember being excited about watching was Super Bowl XIX, when I was 7 years old. Due to the hard work and dedication of my Dad, I became a die-hard 49ers fan starting with the 1985 season. Thanks Dad! Later I became a baseball and hockey fan. After growing up in Santa Cruz I joined the Navy, and after getting out to go back to college stayed here in Norfolk, Virginia. Currently I'm pursuing my masters in International Studies at Old Dominion University.

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  • Favorite Athletes

    Steve Young, Joe Montanta, Jerry Rice, Tom Brady, Davis Drewiske-LA Kings Defenseman

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    San Fracisco 49ers, San Jose Sharks, San Francisco Giants

  • Favorite Coaches

    Bill Walsh, George Siefert, Bill Belichick, Mike Singletary, Dusty Baker

  • All Time Sports Moment

    Watching the 49ers beat the Cowboys in person at Candlestick in the NFC Championship to advance to Super Bowl XXIX.

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Dave Dravecky's comeback game at Candlestick Park, August 1989 & NFC Championship between 49ers & Cowboys January 1995. Also saw the first regular season Sharks game at the San Jose Arena in October 1993.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    The four consecutive AFC Conference Championships of the Buffalo Bills in the 1990s.

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Willie Mays

  • Unitas or Montana?

    Joe Montana

  • Jordan or Russell?

  • Gretzky or Orr?

  • Pele or Maradona?

  • Federer or Sampras?

  • Tiger or Nicklaus?

  • Petty or Earnhardt?

  • Schumacher or Senna?

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

    Pac 10

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Hotnuke said...

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Michael,

I thought you might like this piece. It’s a personal look back at the Florida Marlins incredibly shocking upset of the New York Yankees in the 2003 World Series.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272473-a-night-to-remember-the-2003-florida-marlins-shock-the-world

Let me know what you think.

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

39 days ago

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Keith Schlosser said...

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In wake of the ALCS, please check out my interview with the former Yankee and Angel, the truly inspirational, Jim Abbott!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272194-inspirational-words-from-former-yank-and-angel

39 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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At long last the second part of the 49ers All "No" team is here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268746-the-san-francisco-49ers-all-no-team-pt-2-the-linemen

46 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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Happy Birthday "Ironhead" where ever you are!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261862-craig-heyward-a-man-called-ironhead

57 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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This article was originally published in support of Relay for Life. If you have read this before, then I apologize, but please considering donating at least $1 to Make a Wish in the memory of Josiah Herring. In light of several recent events I felt compelled to revisit cancer awareness and have not had the time for a new article. I Promise to have a new article out soon in support of the cause.

Thank you everyone!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/186686-outreach-of-hope-the-dave-dravecky-story-relay-for-life-part-two

61 days ago

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Mark Jones said...

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Hey,

A little late...but it's the return of my weekly NFL picks.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/253617-nfl-weekly-picks-week-one

Check it out if you have the time.

Thanks,
Mark

71 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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The "Glove of Their Own" movement continues to gain forces!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250559-bernie-williams-drives-home-the-winning-message-of-a-glove-of-their-own/page/2

74 days ago

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Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Michael, here is the follow up article on George Martin. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at it and leave your support in the comment area. Feel free to pass it around. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244249-give-george-martin-a-key-to-nyc

86 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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Just in time for the U.S. Open...tennis anyone?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244360-the-legend-that-is-arthur-ashe

86 days ago

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Richard O'Neal said...

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Jets rookie Sanchez had a tough night last night...check it out here.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242326-jets-qb-mark-sanchez-shows-rookie-jitters-in-first-monday-night-game

Please provide some comments on his first game as the Jets' starter.

ro

90 days ago

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Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Michael, 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

93 days ago

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John Lorge said...

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I have unleashed my Fantasy Football QB Rankings! Bring the debate and be sure to watch the videos.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240223-2009-fantasy-football-quarterback-rankings

94 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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Shining A light on Rojo Grande and the Track and Field Community (Athletics) my own way!

Here is one of my Rojo favorites:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/194676-the-joy-of-vaulting-sky-dance

Also, check out Rojo’s Round up covering the World Championships in Berlin this weekend!

And please join the Track and Field Section! We would love to have you!

99 days ago

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JW Nix said...

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you may dig this :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236290-the-almost-all-time-san-francisco-49ers-offense

101 days ago

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Blaine Spence said...

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Todd Civin's latest is a must read:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235767-joe-niekro-daddys-little-girl-knuckles-up-for-aneurysm-research

101 days ago

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