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Commentary, criticism, and collateral damage at the nexus of sports and society

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Novak Djokovic, Forever The Interloper

Novak Djokovic, Forever The Interloper

He might be the greatest tennis player of all time, but his latest incredible Wimbledon triump begs the question: Will Djoker ever be…
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Alexander Goot
Jul 15, 2019
Zion Williamson and the Not-So-Free Market

Zion Williamson and the Not-So-Free Market

The biggest star in college basketball is still no match for capitalism’s excesses.
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Alexander Goot
Mar 11, 2019
Reid and React

Reid and React

Amidst the madness of the 2018 news cycle, the Panthers Safety has kept the player protest in the NFL spotlight.
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Alexander Goot
Nov 4, 2018
DJ Durkin Was A Bridge Too Far

DJ Durkin Was A Bridge Too Far

Maryland’s far too tardy decision to release their coach proves that there are still lines that can’t be crossed.
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Alexander Goot
Nov 1, 2018
WWE Put Itself In A Choke Hold

WWE Put Itself In A Choke Hold

With just two weeks to go until “Crown Jewel”, the apparent murder of Jamal Khashoggi is exposing the limits of WWE’s wholesome marketing.
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Alexander Goot
Oct 19, 2018
The NFL Really Doesn’t Want To Talk About It

The NFL Really Doesn’t Want To Talk About It

Wednesday’s rule change says plenty about who the NFL is actually willing to listen to.
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Alexander Goot
May 24, 2018
The Quarterback Who Wasn’t There

The Quarterback Who Wasn’t There

As the NFL season draws to a close, the shameful exclusion of Colin Kaepernick must not be allowed to fade from view.
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Alexander Goot
Jan 8, 2018
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