Abbey Watson holds eight world powerlifting records — and she’s still in middle school.
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Yale Quarterback’s Rhodes Choice: Can We Believe Any Feel-Good Sports Stories?
Patrick Witt supposedly turned down a Rhodes scholarship interview to play against Harvard. But new allegations may dim the media glow around him.
With London Games Six Months Away, Olympic Preparations in Full Swing
On the London Olympics’ to-do list: Hire an Oscar-winning director and buy 5,000 toilet brushes.
Social Media and Sports: Natural Teammates
Enthusiastic fans are eager for updates on their favorite teams and the opportunity to rant about what went wrong in the playoffs or why their coach should be fired.
Football Players Can Tweet During the 2012 Pro Bowl
The NFL is relaxing its strict social media policy for the Pro Bowl, allowing players to post updates from the sidelines.
Bidding for Joe Paterno Funeral Tickets on eBay
The outpouring of grief for JoePa didn’t stop the entrepreneurial spirit of some quick-thinking hustlers who tried selling tickets to his memorial service on eBay.
London Olympics’ Ticketing Policy Is Angering Some Moms-to-Be
Want your soon-to-be-born child to catch the Olympics this year? Junior may just have to watch on television.
Rules set by the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games state every person must have a …
“I don’t want to get into some kind of fan campaign with the owner, but I think it’s well documented that I want to play in the same place my whole career.”
Boston Bruins Goalie Skips White-House Visit to Make Political Statement
You can look at Boston Bruins goalie Tim Thomas’ decision to snub a White House visit one of two ways: a profound American statement of freedom of speech, or a show of selfishness for making a team event about himself.
No …
Critics Rip Steven Tyler Over National Anthem Rendition
The Aerosmith singer and American Idol judge is taking some heat after singing the National Anthem before the AFC Championship game.
Patriots and Giants Prevail: Lessons From A Classic NFL Championship Sunday
A Super rematch is set: the New England Patriots will play the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI, on February 5th in Indianapolis.
Give Me an A: CNBC Picks the 10 Best NFL Cheerleading Squads
As this year’s NFL playoffs wind down, it’s time to take a look at the teams that create the biggest buzz year-round: The cheerleaders.