The tornado that struck Moore on Monday is one that will not be forgotten anytime soon. Billions of dollars in damage and loss of life are the unfortunate consequences of this catastrophic event. Here is a list of players, organizations, and others involved in sports donating money to the relief efforts in Oklahoma.
Big XII Conference: $200,000
Chelsea and Manchester City: will donate $1 for every ticket sold at tonight's game in St. Louis
James Head, UFC fighter: will donate the money earned from his next fight
Houston Texans: $100,000
Rickie Fowler, professional golfer: will match the first $100,00 raised at this week's Crowne Plaza Invitational
Torii Hunter, Detroit Tigers right fielder: $250,000 and $1,000 for every home run he hits from now until the all-star break
Kevin Durant, Oklahoma City Thunder: $1,000,000
Matt Kemp, Los Angeles Dodgers and Midwest City native: $250,000 and $1,000 for every home run he hits from now until the all-star break
Chris Singleton, former MLB player and ESPN baseball analyst: $250 for every home run Matt Kemp hits from now until the all-star break
NBA and NBPA: $1,000,000 joint donation
Oklahoma City Thunder: $1,000,000
John Calipari: His foundation will donate $10,000
Houston Astros: Will raise funds during the current homestand for victims
Orlando Magic: $25,000
John Peterson, professional golfer and has family that lives in Moore: $500 for every eagle and $100 for every birdie he makes during this week's PGA Tour Crowne Plaza Invitational
Tulsa Drillers: $10,000 and will have a memorabilia auction
Connecticut Sun: all proceeds from tickets sold from May 21st until May25th
Jim Irsay, owner of the Indianapolis Colts: $25,000
This will update daily. May you keep Moore and the people affected by the tragic tornado in your prayers for the days, weeks and months to come.
Tuesday 21 May 2013
Friday 17 May 2013
Fun Fact Friday #1
Today we begin a new segment called Fun Fact Friday. When I watch sports I question random things that are taking place. Why does this happen? Why do the refs do that? What is the origin of that? So, each week I will compile some questions and do some research to find out all the good and random facts that we all are bothered by. Let us begin.
#1 Why does Steph Curry have an extremely pure shot?
Steph has an absolutely smooth and buttery jump shot. He will dribble, dribble some more and then just throw up shot in your face getting nothing but net on almost every occasion. Some of the shots are ridiculous, and I forgot to mention he broke the record for the most 3's in a season. Sports science had the same question in mind and broke down his stroke.
#2 What is the origin of the word 'soccer'?
Contrary to popular belief, the word 'soccer' is not American, but in fact British. Yeah I did not see that coming either. As it turns out, the Brits used the word soccer years before football became the prominent word of identifying this sport. On October 26th, 1863, a group of teams in England decided to get together and create a standard set of rules which would be used at all their matches. They formed the rules for “Association Football”, with the “Association” distinguishing it from the many other types of football sports in existence in England, such as “Rugby Football”. British school boys of the day liked to nickname everything, which is still somewhat common. They also liked to add the ending “er” to these nicknames. Thus Rugby was, at that time, popularly called “Rugger”. Association Football was then much better known as “Assoccer”, which quickly just became “Soccer” and sometimes “Soccer Football”. For more info click here.
#3 Why are Golden State Warriors called Golden State?
Traditionally a team is named after the city or the state that it is in. The Warriors are named after California's nickname, "The Golden State". The Warriors began in Philadelphia in 1946 but then moved to San Francisco in 1962. In the late 1960s the Warriors began scheduling an increasing amount of games in the new Oakland Coliseum and moved there in 1971. This is when they also renamed themselves the Golden State Warriors; as to why they chose 'golden state' is up for debate. For me, California Warriors does not flow and Oakland Warriors lets everyone know that this franchise is in a bad city. For more information about old logos, jerseys etc. click here.
If you have any questions for Fun Fact Friday just get in contact with me
#1 Why does Steph Curry have an extremely pure shot?
Steph has an absolutely smooth and buttery jump shot. He will dribble, dribble some more and then just throw up shot in your face getting nothing but net on almost every occasion. Some of the shots are ridiculous, and I forgot to mention he broke the record for the most 3's in a season. Sports science had the same question in mind and broke down his stroke.
#2 What is the origin of the word 'soccer'?
Contrary to popular belief, the word 'soccer' is not American, but in fact British. Yeah I did not see that coming either. As it turns out, the Brits used the word soccer years before football became the prominent word of identifying this sport. On October 26th, 1863, a group of teams in England decided to get together and create a standard set of rules which would be used at all their matches. They formed the rules for “Association Football”, with the “Association” distinguishing it from the many other types of football sports in existence in England, such as “Rugby Football”. British school boys of the day liked to nickname everything, which is still somewhat common. They also liked to add the ending “er” to these nicknames. Thus Rugby was, at that time, popularly called “Rugger”. Association Football was then much better known as “Assoccer”, which quickly just became “Soccer” and sometimes “Soccer Football”. For more info click here.
#3 Why are Golden State Warriors called Golden State?Traditionally a team is named after the city or the state that it is in. The Warriors are named after California's nickname, "The Golden State". The Warriors began in Philadelphia in 1946 but then moved to San Francisco in 1962. In the late 1960s the Warriors began scheduling an increasing amount of games in the new Oakland Coliseum and moved there in 1971. This is when they also renamed themselves the Golden State Warriors; as to why they chose 'golden state' is up for debate. For me, California Warriors does not flow and Oakland Warriors lets everyone know that this franchise is in a bad city. For more information about old logos, jerseys etc. click here.
If you have any questions for Fun Fact Friday just get in contact with me
Wednesday 15 May 2013
Amazing Finishes From the Weekend
If you were away from your television this weekend than you missed some amazing, insane one of a kind finishes. This past weekend was just a reminder of why we love sports as well as the heartbreak that can come with it in a matter of minutes. Let's take a look back at the weekend that was.
1. Watford defeats Leicester 3-1 (agg. 3-2)
Normally this would be a game without any significance whatsoever. But these small two English clubs are playing for the right to move up into the English Premiere League with the likes of Chelsea, Manchester, etc. Here we are in additional time and the next team that scores, advances to the final. Just when you thought it was going to end one way, it ends in another. Fans, coaches and players go insane and invade the pitch.
2. Boston Bruins defeat Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7
With ten minutes left in the game, the Toronto Maple Leafs are in perfect position to steal a game seven on the road and move on to the Eastern conference semi-finals. However, in one of the most epic comebacks in NHL playoff history, the Boston Bruins would score three goals, including two in the last two minutes to force OT. A rebound goal by Patrice Bergeron at 6:05 in OT would send the arena and the city of Boston into madness.
3. Tiger Woods wins The Players
Tiger Woods is back which is great for golf and great for everyone after shooting a -2 under 70 to win The Players Championship. The moment that people will remember the most is Sergio Garcia getting a quadruple bogey on the famous #17 par 3 island hole. That's bad. That hole also cost him more than 1 million dollars in earnings. OUCH.
1. Watford defeats Leicester 3-1 (agg. 3-2)
Normally this would be a game without any significance whatsoever. But these small two English clubs are playing for the right to move up into the English Premiere League with the likes of Chelsea, Manchester, etc. Here we are in additional time and the next team that scores, advances to the final. Just when you thought it was going to end one way, it ends in another. Fans, coaches and players go insane and invade the pitch.
2. Boston Bruins defeat Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7
With ten minutes left in the game, the Toronto Maple Leafs are in perfect position to steal a game seven on the road and move on to the Eastern conference semi-finals. However, in one of the most epic comebacks in NHL playoff history, the Boston Bruins would score three goals, including two in the last two minutes to force OT. A rebound goal by Patrice Bergeron at 6:05 in OT would send the arena and the city of Boston into madness.
3. Tiger Woods wins The Players
Tiger Woods is back which is great for golf and great for everyone after shooting a -2 under 70 to win The Players Championship. The moment that people will remember the most is Sergio Garcia getting a quadruple bogey on the famous #17 par 3 island hole. That's bad. That hole also cost him more than 1 million dollars in earnings. OUCH.
Sunday 12 May 2013
The Five Types of Sports Moms
Mother's Day, the day where you get to enjoy a nice cold one with your wonderful loving mother. Having played sports all my life, and now seeing my siblings doing the same, I started thinking of everything my mom has done for me during my athletic career. If my mother got a nickel for every time she drove me to practice, then she would no doubt be a very rich woman. Actually, a lot of mothers would be rich. Therefore, today through this list we'll look at all the types of sports moms. Let's begin.
1. The biggest fan
Though they may not know what is going on, they cheer for you like crazy. They are the loudest and most notable person in the place. When you score a point or even just step on the field, they make sure everyone knows. They do not care if you suck, they will cheer like it's Game 7 of the World Series. This type of mom is also ready to tell every other parent in the stadium who there child is, no matter what place they finish or if they win or lose.
2. The know-nothing
Below we have a classic example of the mom who knows nothing about sports or the sport you are participating in. This mom is perfectly content with screaming randomly because something happened whether it be good or bad. They think they have a gig lined up with ESPN when in reality, everybody is looking at them with a confused look. To make matters worse, this type of mom often either doesn't care about the rules or whenever you try to teach her, or it goes in one ear and out the other. Now, don't think that she does this by lack of interest or because she dislike her child. No, this mother does this simply because she doesn't care about the sport but rather about her child. Expect random words during a game (i.e. pass the ball whenever the running back has the ball) to be repeated over and over.
3. The intimidator
DO NOT MESS with her child.She is the fiercest one out on the court or the field at every single game. This woman is not afraid to give the refs, coaches, and sometimes the other players a piece of her mind. Extremely defensive of her own athlete, this woman will not let a bad call (or what she assumes is a bad call) slip by without the entire crowd knowing what she thinks.This is the mom that is furious the kid that should be struck out in t-ball gets to hit again because he's only six years old. In my own experience, I've even seen fights started because a mother went up to the opposing players and gave the high schoolers her opinon about them. Not the smartest thing to do, especially after a game, to high schoolers.
4. The coach
These ladies think they are the best coach in the place, even though they never have, or probably never will coach. They tell you to "drive the lane" when the other team has the most dominant center or "get the ball" when you are on the other side of the field. These mothers are usually the ones who either played the sport whenever they were younger or sucked to bad to play but know the rules. These moms will be the ones that give their kid the hardest time afterwards because they feel like it's their duty to help their son improve. Sometimes, it even seems as if she is trying to relive her missed opportunities for success through her child. To make things worse, for this mother, winning is everything. If you aren't a winner, then you just don't care or aren't taking the sport seriously enough.
5. The nervous wreck
The nervous wreck is the mom who cannot stand to look at her son whenever he has to shoot free throws or at her daughter as she does the uneven bars. This mother probably worries more then her child. They are unable to watch and my personal favorite do a self commentary of what is going on and what their kid should be doing to help them get through the moment. These mom's tend to make their child even more nervous because they just flip the f*ck out whenever it's your turn.
We love our moms, sports would not be the same without them. So on this day we take a moment to look back or look forward to having our moms in the stands or on the sidelines to cheer us on for whatever sport.
Based on the five types of mothers listed above, I'd have to say that my mom is the biggest fan with a hint of the know‐nothing when she tries to coach us or give us tips. She's always jumping up and down and screaming at the top of her lungs encouraging me and my siblings in any way possible. So to all the "soccer moms" out there, Happy Mother's Day.
Bryan Corbaz is a contributor to Chris Corbaz Sports. Follow him on Twitter @corbazXC
1. The biggest fan
Though they may not know what is going on, they cheer for you like crazy. They are the loudest and most notable person in the place. When you score a point or even just step on the field, they make sure everyone knows. They do not care if you suck, they will cheer like it's Game 7 of the World Series. This type of mom is also ready to tell every other parent in the stadium who there child is, no matter what place they finish or if they win or lose.
2. The know-nothing
Below we have a classic example of the mom who knows nothing about sports or the sport you are participating in. This mom is perfectly content with screaming randomly because something happened whether it be good or bad. They think they have a gig lined up with ESPN when in reality, everybody is looking at them with a confused look. To make matters worse, this type of mom often either doesn't care about the rules or whenever you try to teach her, or it goes in one ear and out the other. Now, don't think that she does this by lack of interest or because she dislike her child. No, this mother does this simply because she doesn't care about the sport but rather about her child. Expect random words during a game (i.e. pass the ball whenever the running back has the ball) to be repeated over and over.
3. The intimidator
DO NOT MESS with her child.She is the fiercest one out on the court or the field at every single game. This woman is not afraid to give the refs, coaches, and sometimes the other players a piece of her mind. Extremely defensive of her own athlete, this woman will not let a bad call (or what she assumes is a bad call) slip by without the entire crowd knowing what she thinks.This is the mom that is furious the kid that should be struck out in t-ball gets to hit again because he's only six years old. In my own experience, I've even seen fights started because a mother went up to the opposing players and gave the high schoolers her opinon about them. Not the smartest thing to do, especially after a game, to high schoolers.
4. The coach
These ladies think they are the best coach in the place, even though they never have, or probably never will coach. They tell you to "drive the lane" when the other team has the most dominant center or "get the ball" when you are on the other side of the field. These mothers are usually the ones who either played the sport whenever they were younger or sucked to bad to play but know the rules. These moms will be the ones that give their kid the hardest time afterwards because they feel like it's their duty to help their son improve. Sometimes, it even seems as if she is trying to relive her missed opportunities for success through her child. To make things worse, for this mother, winning is everything. If you aren't a winner, then you just don't care or aren't taking the sport seriously enough.
5. The nervous wreck
The nervous wreck is the mom who cannot stand to look at her son whenever he has to shoot free throws or at her daughter as she does the uneven bars. This mother probably worries more then her child. They are unable to watch and my personal favorite do a self commentary of what is going on and what their kid should be doing to help them get through the moment. These mom's tend to make their child even more nervous because they just flip the f*ck out whenever it's your turn.
We love our moms, sports would not be the same without them. So on this day we take a moment to look back or look forward to having our moms in the stands or on the sidelines to cheer us on for whatever sport.
Based on the five types of mothers listed above, I'd have to say that my mom is the biggest fan with a hint of the know‐nothing when she tries to coach us or give us tips. She's always jumping up and down and screaming at the top of her lungs encouraging me and my siblings in any way possible. So to all the "soccer moms" out there, Happy Mother's Day.
Bryan Corbaz is a contributor to Chris Corbaz Sports. Follow him on Twitter @corbazXC
Monday 6 May 2013
Five reasons why we love Kendrick Perkins
He doesn't give a f*ck, I would be terrified to step on the court with him. Looking at Perkins stats this season, you would have never guessed that he is the enforcer (4.2 ppg and 6.0 rpg). He is the tough guy of the team and sets the tone for each game, down low in the paint.You don't mess with anyone on the Thunder and you especially don't mess with Kendrick. He is not a afraid to foul you, set a hard pick on the next possession or get in your face. Not only that, he does all the little things and gets all the stats that are not on the stat sheet.
2. He has the best nickname in sports
Forget "The Black Mamba" or "The Chosen One". Ladies and gentlemen I give you the best nickname in basketball, "Yung Hawg." Yes, that is the correct spelling by the way. Being a fan according to some, makes me part of "The Yung Hawg Nation" which is a title I happily embrace.
The Yung Hawg has been branching out into advertising recently, and I must admit he makes really funny commercials.What is more intimidating than Perkins telling people to buy your product? Exactly. Nothing.
4. He has a strong Twitter game @KendrickPerkins
If you do not follow Perkins on twitter than stop reading this and go follow him. The Yung Hawg wins MVP for great material and quality selfies (see below). With almost 50,000 followers, being active on twitter is crucial. But he also gives away free tickets to almost every home game.He calls it movie trivia and the first person to tell what movie a quote is from, wins two tickets to the next home game. It's as simple as that. If you really enjoy his selfies I encourage you to follow him on instagram as well @kperk5
5. He is a really good person
Though he may look and act intimidating on the court, Perkins is a really a nice guy. He grew up in poor conditions but with hard work and dedication he made it out. He has a son and has been married to his wife since 2009. In Texas he is known as the world's tallest alter boy, as he served in his church until he graduated from high school. Over the years he has been involved with a number of charities, loves to serve the community and it loyal to his fans. I highly encourage you to read the Kendrick Perkins story (click here). It is really inspiring and if you didn't like him before, I'm sure this will do it.
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Wednesday 1 May 2013
Westboro Baptist Church to protest Game 5 in OKC tonight
NBA top 10 dunks of the 2012-13 season
In continuing honor of the NBA playoffs, today we take a look back at the top 10 dunks of this past season. There were some very good ones from KD, Blake Griffin and more so check it out!
Tulsa hosting the 2024 Olympics?
Growing up in Tulsa I never thought I would hear the name of my city in the same sentence as the Olympics. Economically, this would be a marvelous thing for Tulsa and the state of Oklahoma. According to the Huffington post, the United States Olympic Committee wrote to about a dozen mayors including several small cities, one of them being Tulsa. Let's be clear, at this stage the city has only been acquiring information and has not made an official run to the USOC. Though this is an ambitious idea, there is no way that this will happen. First, Tulsa does not have the sports infrastructure to host an event of this magnitude. We would have to rely on bigger, surrounding cities including Dallas and Kansas City to host events and house international spectators. Keep in mind Tulsa would also have to build a billion dollar Olympic stadium. Secondly, the city itself is not ready to host the world's biggest sporting event. Yes, Tulsa had a very successful Bassmaster Classic, but it's no Olympics. As the Huffington article states, predominantly small cities have hosted the Winter Games, but the smallest city to host a Summer game was St. Louis in 1904. If the great city of Chicago cannot get the 2016 bid then what would make the IOC give Tulsa an offer. And lastly a friend of mine made a very valid point while I was discussing this story with him. Here is an exert, "I can only imagine the Olympics coming to Tulsa, one of the most segregated cities in the US. Imagine the wonderful welcome the Chinese Olympic team would receive in one of the most homogeneous cities in the world. Or what about the hospitality that the Middle Eastern nations would receive? Could they pray for victory before they competed?" As I previously stated, this is a very far fetched idea and after analyzing many factors unfortunately the 2024 Olympics will not be in Tulsa.
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