Phillip Jackson
Phillip Jackson is an eighth grade Language Arts teacher who coaches soccer and track and field, and serves as the yearbook adviser. He writes for the Yahoo Contributor Network to show his students that writing can lead to success.
Outside of teaching, Phillip Jackson is quite athletic playing coed softball, running marathons, hiking, and mountain biking.
He serves the Lord by working the video camera at his local church, Palm Valley Church.
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Outside of teaching, Phillip Jackson is quite athletic playing coed softball, running marathons, hiking, and mountain biking.
He serves the Lord by working the video camera at his local church, Palm Valley Church.
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Skiing Checklist: 10 Things Every Skier NeedsAn avid skier creates a checklist of what to bring on any skiing adventure. Items include clothing, equipment, and the latest technological gadgets. -
Disappointing Players from the 2012 Arizona Diamondbacks: A Fan's AnalysisA fan reflects on some disappointments for the Arizona Diamondbacks during the 2012 season. The players featured in this analysis all had outstanding seasons in 2011, but what happened in 2012?
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T20 Cricket Equipment: A Beginner's GuideCricket uses equipment similar to other American mainstream sports like baseball, football, and hockey. -
University of Phoenix Stadium Fan's Guide: Home of the Arizona Cardinal'sA fans guide to the University of Phoenix Stadium, the nest of the Arizona Cardinals.Also published on: -
Arizona D-backs Wade Miley Makes Run at Rookie of the Year: A Fan's AnalysisOne loyal D-backs fan makes a claim that Arizona Diamondbacks rookie pitcher Wade Miley should earn the NL Rookie of the Year.
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ASU Sun Devils Who Took It to the Next Level: Top NFL PlayersASU has a history of standout NFL football players. Here is one such list to debate.
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D-backs Lose to Giants, Fans Upset About Alumni Game, What Next?: A Fan's ReactionFans of the Arizona Diamondbacks express their concerns over the team not broadcasting the first ever Diamondbacks alumni game on Saturday, September 15, 2012.
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Diamondbacks Alumni Greats: A Fan's AnalysisThe first in a series of articles that looks back at the Arizona Diamondbacks players from the early years.Also published on: -
D-backs Offering Chase Field Fun for Giants Series: A Fan's PreviewFans who come to Chase Field on September 14-16 can expect a variety of fun activities while their beloved Snakes take on the San Francisco Giants.
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Upton, Young, and Kennedy Needed for Diamondbacks Hot Streak: A Fan's AnalysisWith under 20 games to play as of September 9, 2012, a fan hopes the Arizona Diamondbacks can end the season on a high note.
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Diamondbacks Prepare to Strike: A Fan's PredictionAfter sweeping the Houston Astros on August 17-19, 2012, the Arizona Diamondbacks look to make their move towards the top of the National League West
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D-backs Pitching Getting Relief: A Fan's ReactionPatrick Corbin makes his debut for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Upton and Young Life Blood of the D-backs: A Fan's AnalysisThe Arizona Diamondbacks starting outfielders are fighting a bit of the injury bug, and the team is suffering -
D-Backs Start Season Good and Bad: a Fan's PerspectiveA fan's look on how the Arizona Diamondbacks started their season.
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Lincecum Against Kennedy in D'Backs Opener: A Fan's AnalysisA look at the start of the 2012 Arizona Diamondbacks Season. -
Arizona Diamondbacks 2012 Promotions: Something for Every Fan: One Fan's ReactionAt look at the top 2012 fans promotions at Chase Field for the Arizona DiamondbacksAlso published on: -
Arizona Diamondbacks 2012 New Years Resolutions: A Fan's AnalysisOne fan offers his simple three resolutions for the 2012 Arizona Diamondbacks season.Also published on:
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Brees and Jeter's Record Breaking Events: A Fan's ReactionA baseball fan's reaction to Drew Brees and Derek Jeter both setting their respective records on their sports biggest play.Also published on: -
Arizona's Thanksgiving Sports TraditionsWhat sports fan in Arizona do over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Top Baseball Games to Watch This OffseasonA fan's guide to five games to watch while all fans wait for spring training 2012 -
Thank You, Arizona Diamondbacks: All-Time D-backs I'm Thankful ForA look at the top five Arizona Diamondbacks that fans in Arizona are thankful for since 1998.
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Arizona Diamondbacks 2012 Season Travel Ideas: A Fan's AnalysisA fan's look at the 2012 season and where to see the Diamondbacks when Phoenix gets too hot. -
Gerardo Parra Wins Gold Glove: A Fan's ReactionGerardo Parra of the Arizona Diamondbacks wins the 2011 Gold Glove for left field. He is more than deserving
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Rangers Game Six Collapse Becomes Baseball Classic: A Fan's ReactionA fan's look at the Texas Rangers inability to win World Series Game 6 and and other classic Game Sixes in MLB post season
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Game Six Postponed: A Fan's ReactionA fan's look at the delay to Game 6 of the 2011 World Series on October 26, 2011.
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Arizona Diamondbacks win NL West: A fan's reactionA fan's first reaction after the Arizona Diamondbacks won the 2011 National League West.
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Fan's look: Winning moments for the DiamondbacksA fan's look at key moments in the 2011 season of the National League West champion Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Kershaw helps Diamondbacks by beating Giants five times: A fan's lookA look at how the the Dodgers Clayton Kershaw has both helped and hurt the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Ian Kennedy makes statement for Cy Young as D-Backs reduce magic number to 4: A fan's reactionA fan's look at Arizona Diamondbacks ace Ian Kennedy winning his 20th game.
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The weak NL West offenses are even weaker: A fan's perspectiveA look how the NL West has become the weak division yet again.
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Phillies, Braves top two teams in NL: A fan's takeThe Arizona Diamondbacks flew East and were soundly beaten by both the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves.
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Arizona Diamondbacks begin NL East test: A fan's outlookThe Diamondbacks prepare to take their NL West lead up against teams from the NL East.
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Fan's reaction: Diamondbacks crawl past GiantsThe Arizona Diamondbacks limp past the lethargic San Francisco Giants into the NL West lead.
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Diamondbacks on a roll: A fan's takeA look at the Arizona Diamondbacks' roll since the All-Star break.
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The 'what if' team for the Arizona Diamondbacks: A fan's takeA look at MLB players who were traded by the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Diamondbacks fan: Beltran coming to NL WestAn Arizona Diamondbacks fan's analysis of Carlos Beltran being traded to the San Francisco Giants.
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Fan's view: 2011 trade shopping list for the Arizona DiamondbacksWhat the Diamondbacks need to catch the San Francisco Giants in 2011
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Arizona Diamondbacks' trade deadline gems: A fan's opinionFive July deals that helped propel the Diamondbacks in the NL West.
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Drew's ankle could ignite Diamondbacks: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at Stephen Drew's broken ankle.
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Arizona Diamondbacks' worst trade deadline deals: A fan's opinionA look at five horrible trade deadline trades by the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Diamondbacks who could get the call to the Hall of Fame: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at the Diamondbacks who could possibly be voted into the Hall.
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Halfway awards for the Diamondbacks: A fan's opinionA fan's look at the Arizona Diamondbacks' top season moments after 81 games.
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Top five MLB Home Run Derby events of all time: A fan's opinionOne fan's look at the top five Home Run Derby events in MLB history.
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Ian Kennedy and Daniel Hudson -- dueling aces for Diamondbacks: A fan's takeThe top two starters for the Arizona Diamondbacks duel as the the team's top two starters.
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Bullpen struggling for Diamondbacks: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at the recent bullpen struggles of the Arizona Diamondbacks
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Diamondbacks sweep Royals: Fan reactionA fan's look at the Arizona Diamondbacks latest road streak.
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Wily Mo Pena returns to MLB with Diamondbacks: A fan's reactionThe Arizona Diamondbacks called up Wily Mo Pena from Triple-A Reno to serve as the DH.
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Pujols, Bautista highlight home run derby dream list: A fan's takeA fan's list of players he would invite to the 2011 Home Run Derby at Chase Field.
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Kennedy, Upton lead Diamondbacks over Giants: A fan's reactionA fan's look at the Arizona Diamondbacks' ace and top hitter, as they avoid the sweep from the San Francisco Giants.
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Diamondbacks lose ground in NL West: A fan's reactionA fan's look at the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants three-game series on June 14-16.
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Diamondbacks should stay in NL West: A fan's perspectiveA fan's opinion on the realignment discussions in MLB.
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Diamondbacks ready to square off against Giants: A fan's outlookA preview of the June 14-16 Giants and Diamondbacks series at Chase Field. -
Big Papi's bat flip no big deal: A fan's takeA fan's take on David Ortiz's bat flip against the New York Yankees on Jun 7. -
Best fans in Major League Baseball: A fan's takeA fan's look at the top fans in MLB baseball. -
Top MLB radio voices: A fan's perspectiveA fan's list of the top radio voices to listen to on Sirius XM Radio or MLB.tv.
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Yankees lead way in All-Star voting: A fan's reactionA fan's look at the first All-Star vote standings, with the New York Yankees leading in six of nine positions.
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Greatest draft picks in Diamonbacks history: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at the top five all-time picks for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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World Baseball Classic adds qualifying round: A fan's reactionA fan's look at the expanding World Baseball Classic.
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Draft picks who did nothing for the Arizona Diamondbacks: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at five Arizona Diamondbacks' draft picks that did nothing for Arizona.
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All-Stars for the Diamondbacks in 2011: A fan's opinionA fan's look at which Arizona Diamondbacks should be on the 2011 NL All-Star team at Chase Field in Phoenix.
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The NL West rising and falling: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at each NL West team's current status.
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Top high school players in 2011 MLB draft: A fan's analysisA fan's analysis of 10 top high school prospects preparing for the 2011 MLB First-Year Player Draft.
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Diamondbacks have responded to Gibson's message: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look on how the Arizona Diamondbacks have responded to Kirk Gibson.
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Different careers for Todd Helton and Travis Lee: A fan's perspectiveA look at how the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies' Todd Helton have had the same start, but different careers
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Diamondbacks leading the NL West: A fan's reactionA fan's analysis of how the Arizona Diamondbacks have risen to the top of the NL West and how they look to keep the pressure on the Padres, Dodgers, and Rockies.
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MLB's best dads who are role models: A fan's perspectiveA fan's look at five MLB fathers who serve as positive role models for their own sons and for the baseball fan.
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Top father-son combos in MLB history: A fan's perspectiveA look at the all-time greatest father-son MLB players.
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MLB gifts to get dad for Father's DayA look at 10 possible Father's Day gifts for any baseball loving dad.
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Los Angeles Galaxy gifts for dad: Ten ideas for Father's DayA fan's top 10 list of father's day gifts for the LA Galaxy fan.
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Arizona Diamondbacks gift ideas for Father's Day: Flags, hats, gnomesA look at 10 great Father's day gift ideas for the Arizona Diamondback fan.
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One play sets tone for Diamondbacks: A fan's reactionArizona Diamondbacks pitcher Joe Saunders makes an impressive play in his first win of the season to split the day-night double header with the Colorado Rockies.
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Strasburg making progress: A fan's reactionA fan's look at the progress of the Washington Nationals Stephen Strasburg.
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Dominant pitching returns to MLB: A fan's perspectiveA look at the top pitchers in baseball.
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Diamondbacks ready for the road: A fan's outlookAfter a seven-game homestand the Arizona Diamondbacks take their game on the road, a place not always kind to them.
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Diamondbacks on a small winning streak: A fan's reactionThe Arizona Diamondbacks have turned a grinding road trip with six games of one-run baseball into a small winning streak.
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Melvin returns to Diamondbacks: A fan's reactionA fan's analysis of the Arizona Diamondbacks signing of Bob Melvin to a role of baseball advisor.
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Top NL performers to watch for in 2011 interleague play: A fan's takeOne NL fan's look at four top players in the NL who should give the AL headaches in 2011.
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Diamondbacks-Tigers rivalry now an interleague tradition: A fan's takeThe Arizona Diamondbacks and Detroit Tigers have long rival history.
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National League will be dominant in 2011 interleague play: A fan's takeA fan's look at why the NL will dominate interleague play this year.
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Armando Galarraga continuing to struggle: A fan's takeA fan's look at Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Armando Galarraga's recent struggles.
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Ian Kennedy becoming ace of Diamondbacks: A fan's takeIn 2011, the Diamondbacks' Ian Kennedy is becoming the ace of the staff.
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The Arizona Diamondbacks and one-run games: A fan's takeFrom six straight games, The Diamondbacks lost five by one run, and won one by one run and one hit. Here are the lessons they learned.
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A look at Arizona's 2011 interleague schedule: A fan's reportThe Arizona Diamondbacks take their game to face the Twins, White Sox, Royals, Tigers, Indians, and A's in 2011.
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NL West has been hot and cold this season: A fan's perspectiveOne fan's look at each team in the NL West in 2011.
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Remembering the 1988 Dodgers: A fan's takeA fan's look at the connections between his family and the 1988 World Series champion Dodgers.
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Best MLB ballparks in California: A fan's reportA look at three MLB baseball parks in California.
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Diamondbacks' road woes continue: A fan's reactionArizona needs more effective pitching, defense and situational hitting as it completes the swing up the NL Coast where the heavy air makes pitching and defense more important.
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Diamondbacks enjoying late-game success: A fan's takeThe Arizona Diamondbacks do not give up and rally in several key games to keep the pressure on in the NL West.
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Remembering the Diamondbacks' 2001 season: A fan's perspectiveWhen the Diamondbacks take the field on May 3, 2011, their opponent will be the same as it was the last time Osama bin Laden made headlines, the Colorado Rockies. Baseball is funny like that.
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Diamondbacks' Drew is a quiet, dependable shortstop: A fan's takeOne fan's perspective on the quiet, hard-working Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Stephen Drew.
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Mother's Day with the Arizona Diamondbacks: A fan's guideFor the Arizona Diamondback fan, a suggested list of activities to show mom you love her and love baseball.
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Running stores in Phoenix: Shoes, gear, clothingA review of four places in Phoenix to purchase running equipment and attire.