Erik Hoeke

Erik Hoeke

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About

Erik grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, where he learned to bleed black 'n gold. He is a lifelong sports fan in general, and an avid fan of Pittsburgh sports in particular. Regardless of record, he will always love the Pirates, Steelers, Penguins, and Penn State football. He loves college sports in general and follows many schools in football, basketball, and baseball. The proud tradition of Western Pennsylvania football is also an area of interest to Erik.

Short List

  • Favorite Athletes

    Albert Pujols Ian Snell Troy Polamalu Hines Ward Willie Parker Heath Miller Sidney Crosby

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    Pittsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh Steelers Pittsburgh Penguins Penn State University of Pittsburgh University of Tennessee Temple University Ohio Northern University Georgia Tech

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns; January 5, 2003 @ Heinz Field After being down 24-7 late in the third quarter, the Stillers rallied back to defeat their most hated rival in the wild-card round of the playoffs, in the snow, in front of a raucous home crowd. The comeback began with an interception by Mike Logan as the Browns were driving towards putting the game out of reach.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Dimaggio's 56-game hitting streak.

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Mays due to more attractive girth.

  • Unitas or Montana?

    I can't pick one Western PA football product over another.

  • ACC, Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, Pac-12 or SEC?

    Big 10 football and Big East basketball -- physical and defensive beats flashy and offensive any day.

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  • Thomas Cogliano posted 1418 days ago

    Thomas Cogliano

    Hey Eric,

    Thought you would appreciate this piece I wrote on the history and impact of the Midsummer Classic [a.k.a. MLB All-Star Game].

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211871-all-star-mania-rise-and-fall-and-rise-again-of-the-midsummer-classic

  • Thomas Cogliano posted 1458 days ago

    Thomas Cogliano

    As a Pirates fan, I thought you may enjoy this piece I just wrote, Erik. It is on the 50th anniversary of the Harvey Haddix Game:

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/183935-epic-perfection-in-epic-defeat-50-years-since-the-haddix-burdette-duel

  • Thaddeus Yeiser posted 1525 days ago

    Thaddeus Yeiser

    Hey,
    March Madness is almost upon us. Here's what I think. Thanks for the reads!
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/140332-march-madness-preview