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Sacred Hoops: Basketball in the Barrio

In El Paso, Texas, a shoestring basketball camp is showing how sports can be a vehicle for building a better world. Read here for the miracle that is 'Basketball in the Barrio.'

The Rotting Soul of the San Francisco 49ers

There is an old expression that "the fish rots from the head." Right now the San Francisco 49ers are stinking like a salmon in the sun.

Dave's interview with Chuck D "On the Real"

Hear Dave's interview with Chuck D on the June 5th episode of Chuck D's Air America radio show "On the Real".

Why Pat Tillman's Parents Are No Longer Silent

When former Arizona Cardinals football player turned Army Ranger Pat Tillman died in Afghanistan, sonorous bugles moaned from coast to coast.

When Ronaldo Went to Palestine....

Global soccer icon Ronaldo went to Palestine to spread "goodwill" and "peace". But one little boy's dreams of meeting his hero went unanswered - as not even the mighty Ronaldo is fast enough to pass a military checkpoint.

Ozzie Guillen and Fining for Freedom

Superficially, it appeared to be the typical Sports Illustrated puff piece. Two thousand words on "the story of the early baseball season," the surprise Chicago White Sox.

Steve Nash Wins the MVP: And It Feels So Good!

Steve Nash won the MVP despite two historical hindrances: playing point guard, and being an open and public anti-war voice. Check out the story behind the Canadian whippet also known as Steve Nash.

The NFL, Congress, and the Male Cheerleader Principle

When Major League baseball was dragged in front of Congress, they were publicly fileted for their steroid policies. The NFL on the other hand, was treated with hugs and kisses. Here's a theory why.

Straight Outta High School: Jermaine O'Neal, Race, and Hip Hop

Jermaine O'Neal 'made it plain' regarding David Stern's plans to raise the minimum age requirement for NBA rookies. But what did the ensuing uproar tell us about today's NBA - and the marketing fears of NBA bosses? Read and find out!

War Games and War Names

Why the National Guard Bought the Rights to RFK Stadium in Washington