Monday Motivation
It’s Monday but don’t pull the covers back over your head. Go out and getcha some.
It’s Monday but don’t pull the covers back over your head. Go out and getcha some.
Making it happen,
The Last Night’s Game Team
NFL (National Football League)
When making snow angels sounds more fun than working. The Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills played in white out conditions yesterday. In the snowiest game in recent history, the Buffalo fans stuck it out to watch their team take home an overtime win. Now that’s commitment and maybe a slight bit of insanity considering it was snowing so hard you could barely see the field.
Tennis
To your friend who’s back to work after maternity leave, Serena Williams understands. She announced that she will play in the Australian Open next month, the same tournament she won last year while pregnant. She took off most of last season from competing and daughter Alexa was born in September to Williams and her husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.
Overtime
A heartbreaking video of a student, Keaton Jones, talking about being bullied has struck a nerve with so many. Celebs and athletes alike are using social media for good by bringing the issue of bullying to light and offering their support to Keaton. Tennessee Titans’ (NFL) Delanie Walker offered to fly Keaton to a game and UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) President Dana White invited him to their Las Vegas headquarters so they can hang out.
Sideline stat
Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield was named the top college football player this season, winning the Heisman Trophy. He is the first walk-on player to ever win the coveted award. The grateful player gave a heartfelt speech thanking the coaches who took a chance on him. (Wondering what a walk-on is? Here’s your answer).
Coaches’ corner
Desperate times call for desperate measures. The St. Louis Blues (NHL - National Hockey League) called on a vending machine worker who is also a season ticket holder to play as their emergency goalie in a game. The elated fan played until the replacement player brought up from the minor leagues could make it to the game.
The NHL has a rule that requires each team to have a list of emergency goalies for themselves and for visiting teams. If only that rule was around for Happy Gilmore.
College football bowl season is upon us! Join us for our bowl game pool and pick the winners. It's easy (ESPN even has auto pick) and it's a great way to learn a little more about college football without having to work too hard for it. Oh and there are prizes involved too.
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Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corns And Syrup
If your weekend plans include visits to Santa and holiday parties, you might as well throw on your ugly sweater and wash down your eggnog with a side of sports.
If your weekend plans include visits to Santa and holiday parties, you might as well throw on your ugly sweater and wash down your eggnog with a side of sports.
If you can’t bet ‘em, join ‘em,
The Last Night’s Game Team
PS- Now that we have you thinking about eggnog, today’s Tailgate Treat is a great way to spice yours up. It is cold outside after all.
College football
If your friend is the Maverick to your Ice Man. This weekend is the storied Army – Navy game in Philadelphia. The regular season is over for most teams but these aren’t two ordinary teams. Both teams will wear special snazzy uniforms for this 127-year old respectful rivalry. PICS - ARMY VS NAVY
Bowl game season is around the corner so why not embrace it and have a little fun? Join our bowl game pool for a chance to win prizes. Besides life’s too short to watch Elf on repeat the whole month. JOIN (password: sportscurious)
MLS (Major League Soccer)
When you’re not quite dressed right for the weather. The MLS Championship is this Saturday and we bet those soccer players are wishing they played football for all the extra gear. The Seattle Sounders are playing the Toronto FC (Football Club) in Toronto where it’s going to be a balmy 34 degrees at kickoff with a 70% chance of snow.
Overtime
Olympic gold medal gymnast Simone Biles will be the first honorary cheerleader for her hometown Houston Texans (NFL – National Football League) this weekend. She’ll even get to wear the legendary red boots. The boots dreams are made of.
Sideline stat
The Cleveland Browns (NFL) are on their way to a winless football season. One of their fans has raised the required $10,000 to throw them a victory-less parade should they finish without a win. His fundraising efforts were completed by a $7,683 donation from Excedrin, the headache medication. Apparently the Browns give them a headache too.
Coaches’ corner
Don’t forget that the Heisman Trophy ceremony is Saturday night, recognizing the best in college football. It’s not simply a boring awards show. (Okay maybe it is but there’s more excitement to it than just an award show). Check out Five Things To Know About The Heisman here.
Hotline Bling
Let’s talk about something other than figgy pudding and what’s on your holiday gift list this year.
Let’s talk about something other than figgy pudding and what’s on your holiday gift list this year.
Holiday party overload,
The Last Night’s Game Team
COLLEGE FOOTBALL
And you thought you had a Sunday Funday. Yesterday, we found out which four college football teams will be playing in the semifinal games on New Year's Day. If you want to sound in the know, the controversy around the playoffs is that Alabama was chosen over Ohio State, even though they had a weaker schedule and didn't win their conference. Here's more on that discussion.
When someone asks for your number. A Georgia fan tackled their playoff opponent Oklahoma by sending out the phone number of Oklahoma’s quarterback, Baker Mayfield. Mayfield changed his number and then gave props to the Georgia fans for all their creative text messages. And you thought your Tinder messages were tough to read.
OVERTIME
HGTV star Chip Gaines is going to need a different type of Fixer Upper after being leveled on the sidelines of a Baylor basketball game. Don't fret because immediately after the tackle, he stood up, waved to the crowd and received a bigger cheer than the basketball team did all night.
SIDELINE STAT
Who said you have to don a helmet and cleats to be on ESPN? The Southern College Cornhole Championships took place this weekend and the competition was as fierce as a fraternity tailgate party. The team from Arkansas took home the championship, $4,000 in prize money and the bragging rights, because chicks dig throwing bags. Don't know what cornhole is? We'll explain.
COACHES’ CORNER
Being the head coach of the New York Yankees (MLB - Major League Baseball) is a high-pressure job that requires a stellar coaching resume. Until now. The Yankees hired former player and current broadcaster Aaron Boone as their head coach. It’s back into the pinstripes for the former Yankee player and not the kind that includes handcuffs. Well, maybe not literally.