Austin Dillion Puts The No.3 Back On Pole At Daytona

You probably could not right a better start to the season for RCR Racing. Richard Childress decided to bring back the No.3 having his grandson Austin Dillion drive it and right now it looks like a great move. Dillion took the pole in the Daytona 500 with a run at 196.019 mph. Greg Biffle will start beside Dillion in a Ford which surprised a lot of people.

I will have to admit that I never seen this coming. Yes, Austin Dillion is a good race car driver, but I was surprised that he got the pole. This will just give more excitement to the Daytona 500. This could be one of the best ways to start the season. A win would top it off for Austin Dillion, but right now I bet he is happy with his results so far.

College Basketball Schedule February 16, 2014

21 Wisconsin 1:00 PM
15 Michigan

23 SMU 2:00 PM
Temple

Nebraska 3:00 PM
9 Michigan St.

4 Wichita St. 5:00 PM
Evansville

6 Villanova 5:07 PM
18 Creighton

Rutgers 6:00 PM
13 Louisville

Does Carmelo Anthony Really Want To Stay In New York?/

Carmelo Anthony will have a tough decision to make soon and that is if he wants to stay with the Knicks or move on. Many people have many views on this as the truth is you really never know what a player will do until it happens. Anthony has said he would take less pay and wanted to retire as a New York Knick. By taking less money the Knicks could entertain more free agents, but that's if anyone wants to come to New York. Mike Woodson is the coach, but many feel he will not be there much longer. I like to think that he will be there long-term, but I just do not see it.

As far as Carmelo Anthony goes I think he loves playing in New York and for the Knicks. If he stays with the Knicks he is their best recruiting tool to get more players in New York. Anthony is one of the best players in the league and he does have some influence on today's players. It will be interesting to see if he can lure any free agents to New York. The Knicks are not playing well, but in reality they are really not that far away.

Lebron James Should Never End A Dunk Contest

Over the years many people have wanted King James to enter the slam dunk contest. There are a long list of reasons why he hasn't and many are valid points. I do have my theory on why it would be a waste of time for King James to enter. First and foremost he could probably win it pretty easy and then he would have to listen to the competition level was not that good. If he lost he would hear people say they knew he was not that good of a dunker. Lastly, it will not change people's opinion of him.

 LeBron James would be better off just to continue to skip the dunk contest. Like he has said before he is better as an in-game dunker then a contestant. No matter how much the fans would love to see him enter the reality is it will never happen. Enjoy King James on the court as that is the only time you will see him dunk.

Team USA Hockey Gets Dramatic Win Over Russia In Eight Round Shootout 3-2

It should not come as a surprise that Russia and the United States battled each other right down to the wire. These two hockey teams are talented and fans would expect no less. What maybe surprising is the way it end on T.J. Oshie shootout goal in the eighth round. Now this was a game that in retrospect the United States really needed. They could not afford a loss this early if they had dreams of Gold in this Olympic.

 The game had everything you want from great skating to awesome goal tending. It is a shame there had to be a loser in this one. Russia is talented and kept coming at the United States. The eight round shootout is something I would have never guess was possible, but it happened in these Olympics. I hope TEAM USA can keep up the good work.

College Basketball Schedule February 15, 2014

17 Virginia 12:00 PM
Clemson

20 Memphis 12:00 PM
24 Connecticut

25 Pittsburgh 1:00 PM
North Carolina

16 Iowa 1:00 PM
Penn St.

Texas Tech 1:45 PM
11 Iowa St.

VCU 2:00 PM
12 Saint Louis

Houston 3:00 PM
10 Cincinnati

N.C. State 3:00 PM
1 Syracuse

TCU 4:00 PM
7 Kansas

Maryland 6:00 PM
8 Duke

22 Ohio St. 8:00 PM
Illinois

West Virginia 8:00 PM
19 Texas

Air Force 8:05 PM
5 San Diego St.

3 Florida 9:00 PM
14 Kentucky

College Basketball Scores February 14, 2014

13 Louisville 82
Temple 58

23 SMU 77
Rutgers 65

2 Arizona 66
Arizona St. 69

College Basketball Schedule February 14, 2014

13 Louisville	6:00 PM
Temple
23 SMU	7:00 PM
Rutgers
2 Arizona	9:00 PM
Arizona St.

2014 Baseball Season Should Be A Good One

Spring training is gearing up which means baseball season will be here very shortly. Last season we seen many different things including the Pittsburgh Pirates finally returning to the playoffs. What will 2014 hold for Major League Baseball? I think 2014 could be one of the best seasons ever.

Can the Boston Red Sox repeat and how good will the New York Yankees be as well. These are just a few of the things that we will have our eye on this upcoming baseball season. Derek Jeter retiring is another thing that will also be closely watch as well. Looks like no A-Rod this season either which maybe is a good thing. Many off-season moves were made by teams, so we will have to wait and see how that plays out. All in all should be a great 2014 Baseball campaign.

In A Way Richard Petty Is Correct About Danica Patrick

No matter how much I do not want to admit it The King Richard Petty has some valid points in his statements about Danica Patrick. I think Danica Patrick could win a race one day, but certain things must happen. One she has to earn the respect of everyone in the garage area which will be tough. Many drivers do not respect what she is doing and will make it tougher on her. Can Danica drive a race car? Yes, she can but many times it takes more then being a good driver.

You have to be lucky sometimes and get help from other drivers at times. Right now Danica is not getting much help from anyone. Some of the comments that Petty made were not real popular, but until she wins consistently they are valid arguments. Many times talk like this fuels Danica to greater heights and this could as well. Only time will tell if this does just that.

NBA Scores February 12, 2014

Dallas 81
Indiana 73

Memphis 86
Orlando 81

Atlanta 83
Toronto 104

San Antonio 104
Boston 92

Cleveland 93
Detroit 89

Charlotte 89
Brooklyn 105

Sacramento 106
New York 101

Washington 112
Houston 113

New Orleans 102
Milwaukee 98

Denver 90
Minnesota 117

Philadelphia 100
Utah 105

Miami 111
Golden State 110

Portland 117
LA Clippers 122

NBA Schedule February 13, 2014

Brooklyn 8:00 PM
Chicago

Oklahoma City 10:30 PM
LA Lakers

Derek Jeter To Retire After 2014 Season He Will Be Missed

Now I will admit I do have mixed feelings about the 2014 campaign being Derek Jeter's last as a New York Yankee. Now I have never been a Yankees fan or even really a Derek Jeter fan. I must admit though he is one of the best that has played that position. Jeter during his career has made some amazing plays. My favorite is his flip at home plate which can be seen below. It was a awesome play.

Now that was not the only play he made during his great career. If I showed all the highlights I would be here forever. Jeter was a one of a kind player that only comes along once in awhile. I have a lot of respect for what he has done on and off the field. He has kept his nose clean and has always did the right things. Many players could learn from him. Derek Jeter will be missed by baseball and the average baseball fan.