Boo!
It's business in the front at Mullet Arena, the NFL owner condemning hate speech and Portland Thorns win it all.
Here's to a day filled with Reese's pumpkins, office-appropriate Halloween costumes and an all-day sugar high.
Happy Halloween,
The Last Night's Game
College Football
Michigan dominated their rival Michigan State on Saturday. Then it got out of control after the game. There is video footage of a group of Michigan State players beating up a Michigan player in the stadium tunnel. Three Michigan players were injured in the incident. The act is under police investigation and four Michigan State players have been suspended. UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT
Short and Sweet
The World Series is tied at 1-1 between the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies (MLB - Major League Baseball) but the most impressive performance is the home plate umpire who received a glowing report card, calling a perfect game.
The Portland Thorns win their third NWSL (National Women's Soccer League) title. Thorns player Sophia Smith was named the youngest league MVP and the youngest player to score in a championship game.
New England Patriots (NFL - National Football League) owner Robert Kraft unveils a new TV ad condemning Jewish hate.
The Stanford Tree has been suspended after the weekend's on-field antics.
Before We Go
After being evicted from their home arena, the Arizona Coyotes (NHL - National Hockey League) are playing their next three seasons at Arizona State University's hockey facility. Embracing the change of moving to Mullett Arena (yes, the actual name of the venue - named for the family that donated the money for the arena) they gave away mullets on opening night. PARTY IN THE BACK
The World Is Your Oyster
It's World Series time, Tom Brady & Gisele announce their divorce and this week's Tailgate Treat
Football is here whether you like it or not. Yesterday was the first day of 27 consecutive football days, carrying us until November 22. What could you do in those 27 days? Learn the guitar? Break a bad habit? Tell us on Twitter.
Buckle up,
The Last Night's Game
It’s World Series Time
What do you get when you combine Miles Teller, the invention of the high five and cheating scandals? The World Series. The Philadelphia Phillies and the Houston Astros will begin their quest for the World Series trophy tonight. It's the first time in 13 years that the Phillies have played in the best-of-seven-game series but the Astros have been here four of the last six years.
For more on the World Series, here are our 5 Things You Need To Know.
Short and Sweet
The Los Angeles Lakers (NBA - National Basketball Association) haven't won a game this season. It's the worst start for LeBron James since his rookie season.
ESPN "College Gameday" is heading to Jackson to highlight former NFL (National Football League) player turned head coach Deion "Primetime" Sanders, aka Coach Prime, and his undefeated Jackson State football team. This is the second time in the show's history that they will be doing their pregame show at an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities).
Tom Brady came out of retirement for this? Last night he lost his third game in a row for the first time in 20 years. In the loss to the Ravens, he also became the most-sacked quarterback in NFL (National Football League) history.
Catch this weekend's NFL conversation starter on Instagram or TikTok.
Before We Go
Women's soccer is headed to prime time. The Portland Thorns will play the Kansas City Current for the 2022 NWSL (National Women's Soccer League) Championship. Keep an eye out for Brittany and Patrick Mahomes in the stands. The Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) are off this weekend and surely we'll see Patrick in the stands supporting his wife, who is a team owner.
Alaska Air is giving VIP treatment to all Thorns fans, offering early boarding for any guest out of Portland wearing a Thorns jersey. The Thorns owner won't be in attendance at the game as he's being pressured to sell the team after an investigation uncovered a toxic environment in the league.
The game will air on CBS (the first time ever for the NWSL on prime time TV) and stream on Paramount+ on Saturday at 8 pm E.T.
Photo: Half Baked Harvest
Game Changer
In a Halloween-themed chat, we discuss social media trends, what's the best time to post and other social do's and don'ts with the brilliant Sarah Senne, digital marketing expert. LIT
Tailgate Treat
Cheers to a weekend of fall fun whether that's a Halloween party or a quiet night in watching scary movies. LIVEN UP YOUR SPIRITS
The Best Halloween Costumes From Your Favorite Athletes
They’re in it to win it.
Photo: Instagram/Ciara
These athletes bring their A-game in their respective sports but also when it comes to Halloween costumes.
Photo: Instagram/King James
LeBron James as Edward Scissorhands
Even before he had access to some of the world’s best makeup artists in Los Angeles, King James brought it on Halloween. In addition to Edward Scissorhands, he’s been hockey-mask wearing Jason and scary clown, Pennywise.
Photo: Twitter/Gabrielle Union
Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union
The power couple dressed up as the notorious lip-syncing Grammy award-winning duo Milli Vanilli. (The actual duo was stripped of their Grammy).
She posted a Twitter video of the two in costume titled “lost rehearsal footage of Milli Vanilli.”
Photo: Instagram/The Rock
Dwayne Johnson as Popeye
“The Rock” dressing up as Popeye seems like a no-brainer. Our favorite costume involving Dwayne Johnson might be when his “Jumanji” co-star Kevin Hart dressed up in the now famous 90s look of Johnson in a black turtleneck, gold chain, jeans and a fanny pack.
Photo: Instagram/Gisele
Tom Brady as a Stormtrooper
While he may follow a strict diet, Tom Brady doesn’t limit his fun when it comes to Halloween costumes. He has dressed up as avocado toast (a couples costume with his wife Gisele) and Bigfoot.
Photo: Twitter/Russell Wilson
Russell Wilson and Ciara as Busta Rhymes and Janet Jackson
The duo loves to channel musicians for Halloween. Their Jay-Z and Beyonce costumes (above) were clutch but they really went all out with the 90s favorites Busta Rhymes and Janet Jackson. We don’t know about Wilson but Ciara certainly has the voice to go along with the costume.
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