At some point early in the second half of the Syracuse vs. Indiana game, while laying up on my coach, I fell asleep. (I may or may not have also…
Because Running Zone Is For Cowards, But Syracuse Is The Dinosaur That Won't Die
Author: Eddie Maisonet, III
QOTD: When Did West Coast Collegiate Basketball Officially Curl Up And Die?
I can honestly say that I've watched college basketball with an intense focus for about the last 20+ years or so. Over that time, I've had a chance to cultivate…
QOTD: When Did West Coast Collegiate Basketball Officially Curl Up And Die?
My Personal Pre-Game Anthem, Making The Team And Notorious B.I.G.'s 'Victory'
In the spring of 1998 I was just finishing up 9th grade at Eisenhower Junior High. I was a 6'1" freshman who now was coming into his own as a…
My Personal Pre-Game Anthem, Making The Team And Notorious B.I.G.'s 'Victory'
That Awkward Moment When The Crowd Turns On The Favorite And Pulls For The Upset
At some point I could feel it, watching the game on my 13" laptop while in an arena filled with 18,000 people not giving a zero damn about said game…
That Awkward Moment When The Crowd Turns On The Favorite And Pulls For The UpsetPodcast: Because The Miami Heat Need The Streak And The Immortality It Brings
On this edition of #theUCshow, the three-man weave is back in full effect, and everyone is better off for it. Let the true shenanigans and tomfoolery begin. Somehow Kenny was…
Podcast: Because The Miami Heat Need The Streak And The Immortality It Brings
Grits And Biscuits: The Anquan Boldin Trade Happened After A Phone Call Between Harbaugh Brothers
Grits are delicious, especially with a little sugar, milk and butter in it. Biscuits are also delicious, especially with some honey or apple butter. Having grits and biscuits for breakfast?…
Grits And Biscuits: The Anquan Boldin Trade Happened After A Phone Call Between Harbaugh Brothers
The Prayer List: Jason Terry And Joakim Noah Need Your Well Wishes
Ed's Note: There are times when dunks, crossovers, insane tackles and other things that can cause extreme embarrassment to players and raucous laughter amongst the consumers of live sports, yet…
The Prayer List: Jason Terry And Joakim Noah Need Your Well WishesRay Allen, Allen Iverson And When The Big East Was At Its Coolest
I can remember 1996 as the turning point in my life from being a wayward boy to evolving into a young man. Sure, I still had no idea on what…
Ray Allen, Allen Iverson And When The Big East Was At Its CoolestThe Curious Case Of Brandon Jennings And The Future
I remember the hype of Brandon Jennings when he was an emerging point guard in high school out of Los Angeles. I can only speak for myself, but there's something…
The Curious Case Of Brandon Jennings And The FutureToday's Obituaries: Brandon Knight (1991-2013) Took A Wrong Turn In Lob City
(Ed’s Note: Today’s Obituaries is a satire series that runs on The Sports Fan Journal. Don’t be lame and get offended. Thanks.) Brandon Knight, 21, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2013. He…
Today's Obituaries: Brandon Knight (1991-2013) Took A Wrong Turn In Lob City
Eddie Maisonet is the founder and editor emeritus of The Sports Fan Journal. Currently, he serves as an associate editor for ESPN.com. He is an unabashed Russell Westbrook and Barry Switzer apologist, owns over 100 fitteds and snapbacks, and lives by Reggie Jackson’s famous quote, “I am the straw that stirs the drink.”
