Tag: Sports

I’ve been fortunate enough to work in the sports space for over 10+ years at great places like Catalyst Sports, CAA, Wasserman, IMG College, the Golden State Warriors, Cal Athletics, UMCA, and more (see my full background here). I am often asked if I have any advice for someone trying to break...

With the exit of Michael Jordan, there are no sports franchises with majority Black owners. But change may finally be on the horizon. I recently finished reading Jason Reid’s book, “The Rise of the Black Quarterback: What It Means For America”. Reid does a great job of telli...

My first return was from San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Felder. Photo property of the author. All rights reserved. The newly-signed baseball autographed by San Francisco Giants shortstop Royce Clayton sat on my shelf. It had been sitting there for only a few days, but I still t...

Sports play a significant role in many people’s lives, whether as a participant or a spectator. Discussing your favorite sport in German is not only a way to share your passion but also to connect with others who have similar interests. Whether it’s soccer, basketball, swimming, or a les...

In 1985, Nike released the first-ever Air Jordan, known as the AJ1, or simply the “Jordan 1.” The brainchild of designer Peter Moore, the Jordan 1 was revolutionary for its time. It broke away from the traditional basketball shoe aesthetic, featuring a high-top design and a bold black an...

Ladies and gentlemen, gather around as your guide, Roy, takes you on a whirlwind adventure into the shadowy corners and hidden alcoves of the combat sports world. We’re not just talking jabs, uppercuts, and takedowns today. Oh no, we’re diving deep into the heart of the lesser-known trad...

A team member of mine recently published a paper on the effect of genetics on aerobic trainability. This led me to want to share why research in sports science doesn’t just affect athletes — it affects everyone. Craig Pickering, Olympic athlete and head of sports science at D...