Eric Holden
Eric Holden, a graduate of Hofstra University, is a freelance writer and photographer for several Long Island-based publications. His work has been featured on ESPN s Inside Lacrosse, AOL s Patch, Yahoo! Sports, the Long Island Herald, Anton News and others. He is a diehard New York Mets, New York Jets, New York Knicks and New York Islanders fan, and loves to write about each of those teams. He s also a huge supporter of the sport of mixed martial arts. Follow him on Twitter @ericholden.
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New York Jets Have Strong Ties to the Sport of Mixed Martial Arts: Fan's ViewOn the football field - especially when it comes to offensive and defensive linemen - balance, coordination, lateral movement, fast hands and aggression are some of the many MMA skills that come in handy in high-pressure situations. -
How Will Lavar Johnson Fare Against Stefan Struve at UFC 146? Fan's ViewEven after a big victory, most UFC fighters take at least three months to regroup and recover before returning to the octagon. Lavar "Big" Johnson, on the other hand, will be fighting Stefan Struve at UFC 146, after just a 21 day layoff. -
Why Are There More Injuries in Baseball Than Ever Before? Fan's ViewTaking a quick look around the MLB ranks, it seems like there are more athletes on the disabled list than ever before. In the Big Apple alone, the New York Mets lost a key starting pitcher in Mike Pelfrey, and three notable position players in........... -
Lynbrook High School Honors Student-Athletes: Fan's ViewLynbrook High School senior Brooke Gerstman, the Lady Owls' all-time basketball scoring leader, was presented with the "Class of 1981 Senior Appreciation Award" on May 22 at Lynbrook High School's 42nd annual awards night.
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Ten Most Bizarre Tim Tebow Storylines of 2012: Fan's ViewTim Tebow has yet to throw a pass as a member of the New York Jets, but hundreds of stories have been posted about him since he came to the Big Apple in March. Here's a look at the top ten most bizarre Tim Tebow-related storylines of 2012.
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How Many Wins Does Rex Ryan Need This Season to Save His Job? Fan's ViewAfter missing the playoffs for the first time since taking the helm of the New York Jets in 2009, I'm wondering if 2012 is a "free season" for Rex Ryan, or if he needs to notch a postseason berth to save his job. -
Student's Diploma Withheld for 'Tebowing' on Stage: Fan's ViewGive Bishop Verot Catholic High School (Fort Myers, FL) credit for taking a definitive stance on students causing ill-advised distractions during graduation. Chuck Shriner, a Bishop Verot senior, had his diploma withheld after "Tebowing" on stage........
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Lynbrook High School Athletes Who Have Made it to the Pro Sports Ranks: Fan's LookLynbrook High School has produced plenty of high-quality lacrosse, baseball and golf talents over the past few decades. Here's a look at the athletes from Lynbrook High School who made it to the pro ranks.
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Will Ike Davis Be in the Minor Leagues by Memorial Day? Fan's ViewThe story of the New York Mets' 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on May 22 may have been R.A. Dickey's masterful seven innings of work that included a career-high 11 strikeouts, but it's impossible to overlook another 0-for-4 night turned in by.... -
Will Roller Hockey Ever Make a Comeback in New York? Fan's ViewWith the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils currently battling it out for a spot in the 2012 Stanley Cup Finals, hockey is the talk of the town in the Big Apple for the first time since 1994.
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For Female Vote, Clinton Should Be Obama's Running MateHillary Clinton should be Barack Obama's running mate instead of Joe Biden in November, as it would be a key factor in attracting female voters. Besides the female vote, Clinton would also help Obama appeal to middle-class White Americans.
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Antonio Cromartie Handled Wife's Faked Suicide Attempt with Maturity: Fan's ViewTerrika Cason Cromartie's faked suicide attempt was a senseless act, but it shouldn't reflect badly on her husband, New York Jets cornerback Antonio Cromartie.
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Kenrick Ellis' Guilty Plea to Assault Won't Tarnish His Public Image: Fan's ViewI believe most New York Jets fans will be willing to forgive and forget when it comes to the incident that landed Kenrick Ellis in hot water. Jets fans are a forgiving bunch, as we've looked past character concerns and arrests several times in recent....
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Summer Sports Programs in Nassau County for High School Student-Athletes: Fan's ViewThe high school sports year is winding down in schools across Long Island, but there's plenty of programs being offered in the summer months for student-athletes to keep their skills sharp.
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Donate Blood, Get Free New York Mets Tickets: Fan's LookEvery Saturday between June 1 and Sept. 1, you can donate blood any time between 10:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., and receive a pair of free tickets to see the New York Mets play this season at Citi Field.
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Ronda Rousey Provides Tips on Talking 'Smack': Fan's ViewThere's a method to Ronda Rousey's smack-talking madness. In a recent interview with Maxim.com, the 25-year-old Judo master revealed that the secret to great pre-fight trash talking is to let the opposition initiate the conversation.
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Should Madden '13 Include 'Tebowing'? Fan's ViewMichael Young, creative director for EA Sports and Madden NFL 13, raised plenty of eyebrows by tweeting on May 18 from his official Twitter handle @mysportsphotog that "Tebowing is in for #madden13 @jpdavis1982."
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Was Tim Tebow Out of Line for Asking Broadway Actress to Remove Scantily-Clad Twitter Photo? Fan's ViewTim Tebow's alleged decision to ask an actress in the Broadway production of "Rock of Ages" to remove a Twitter photo that featured him posing with scantily-clad performers from the show, may backfire on him.
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New York Mets' Top Tweets of the Week (May 21): Fan's ViewThe New York Mets are one of the most Twitter-friendly teams in baseball, as a handful of their star players and even GM Sandy Alderson regularly post on the popular social networking site. Here's a look at the New York Mets' top tweets of the week.
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Who is the Most Clutch NHL Goalie in Playoff History? Fan's ViewAs a New York Islanders fan, my pick would be the legendary Billy Smith. In his heyday, Smith was one of the most clutch postseason keepers, as he won four Stanley Cups with the Islanders between 1980 and 1983.
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Five Weight-Cutting Tips for High School Varsity Wrestlers: Fan's ViewThousands of high school wrestlers across the country have to cut weight to make it to their desired weight class, and it can be a dangerous and difficult process if not done correctly.Also published on:
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Top Five Sexiest New York Jets Personalities of All-Time: Fan's ViewMuch like the famous Justin Timberlake lyric, the New York Jets are known for "bringing sexy back." Here's a look at the top five sexiest New York Jets personalities of all-time.
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Mark Sanchez Goes 18 Days Without Tweeting: Fan's ViewNew York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez has been mysteriously absent from Twitter Darrelle Revis' comments came out that Tim Tebow is a "born leader."
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Southampton Boy Will Get to Play Field Hockey on Girls' Varsity Team: Fan's ViewI had no idea Keeling Pilaro was a boy the first time I covered a Southampton field hockey game. From the sidelines, the 4-foot-8, 82 pound, 13-year-old with long golden locks, looks a lot like everyone else on the field. In fact, he's smaller than....
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Is Terry Collins the Most Media-Friendly Manager in New York Sports? Fan's ViewTerry Collins oozes honesty and emotion in post-game press conferences. For example, take Collins' approach to the media in a post-game presser after Jose Reyes pulled himself from a game last season to clinch the batting title.
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Jon Jones' DUI Arrest Won't Affect His Public Image: Fan's ViewHistory dictates that Jon Jones' DUI arrest in Binghamton, N.Y., on May 19 will not have a significantly adverse impact on his UFC career.Also published on:
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Will the Media Ever Leave Tim Tebow Alone? Fan's ViewPunch "Tim Tebow" into your Google search bar and you're likely to come across hundreds of articles, photos and videos to click on that feature the 24-year-old quarterback.
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Were Tim Tebow's Lawyers Wrong for Threatening to Sue 'Jesus' T-Shirt Makers? Fan's ViewI don't see what all the hubbub is about regarding Tim Tebow's attorneys sending a cease and desist letter to a company that created a t-shirt with a remixed New York Jets logo with a Jesus-friendly theme.
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Should High School Teams Use Social Media Networking Sites to Promote Their Athletic Programs? Fan's ViewThe Farmingdale Lady Dalers girls' lacrosse team's Twitter account (@dalerlax) is the perfect example of how a high school varsity squad can effectively use the popular social media networking site to promote its program.
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Will the New York Mets Finish with More Regular Season Wins Than the New York Yankees? Fan's ViewYou have to look all the way back to the year 2000 to find the last time the New York Mets finished with more regular season victories than the New York Yankees, and we all know how that season ended.
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Should Ronda Rousey Headline UFC on Fox 4? Fan's ViewRonda Rousey would make a fine choice as a headliner for an upcoming UFC on Fox card, in the wake of Nate Diaz vs Jim Miller's dismal 2.4 million viewers who tuned in for the last installment of the series.
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Should the New York Jets Re-Sign Jim Leonhard? Fan's ViewJim Leonhard never complained about his bad luck and injury misfortune. In fact, he often used Twitter to entertain fans and make light of the knee surgery that ended his 2011 season.
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Should the New York Jets Rehire Jenn Sterger? Fan's ViewThe New York Jets are in desperate need a new sideline reporter and gameday host, so why not bring back Jenn Sterger, a fan favorite from the 2008 season?
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Terry Collins Can Save David Wright from Beanball Retaliation: Fan's ViewMost New York baseball fans think the Milwaukee Brewers have Sept. 14 as the date circled on their calendars to get some revenge on the New York Mets for plunking Ryan Braun on May 15.
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Five Undervalued Sports that Every High School Should Offer: Fan's ViewIn the wake of severe budget cuts to high school athletic programs across the country, it's time to develop some new ideas for sports that can be offered to student-athletes. Here's a look at the top five sports I hope to see introduced....
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MacArthur Lady Generals Softball Ready for Playoff Rematch Against East Meadow Lady Jets: Fan's ViewThe stage is set for one of the most exciting Nassau Class AA finals in recent history, as the No. 1-seeded MacArthur Lady Generals (18-3) are slated to play the No. 2-ranked East Meadow Lady Jets (12-7) in a best-of-three at the Mitchel Athletic Complex.
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Should 'Sexting' Lawsuit Against Brett Favre and the New York Jets Get Dismissed? Fan's ViewBrett Favre's 'sexting' scandal that dates all the way back to 2008 when he was starting quarterback for the New York Jets, is clearly an issue should have been put to bed by now.
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Were Darrelle Revis' Comments About Tim Tebow a Slight Against Mark Sanchez? Fan's ViewThe New York sports pages on May 17 were dominated with headlines like "Revis on the bandwagon," referring to Darrelle Revis' praise of Tim Tebow's football prowess and intangibles.
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Was New York Mets Manager Terry Collins Wrong for Avoiding Beanball Retaliation Against David Wright? Fan's ViewNew York Mets manager Terry Collins clearly made the wrong decision by pulling David Wright from the May 15 game against the Milwaukee Brewers after Mets pitcher D.J. Carrasco plunked Ryan Braun on his left arm.
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Nassau County Class C Girls' Lacrosse Playoff Preview: Fan's ViewNassau County's Class A and Class C girls' lacrosse quarterfinals are in the books without any notable upsets. The top four seeds advanced to the semis in both brackets, with Farmingdale, Oceanside, Massapequa and Port Washington earning victories to...
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SoccerGrlProbs is Taking the Soccer World by Storm, One Tweet at a Time: a Fan's InterviewIf you are a female soccer player in the high school or college ranks, chances are you have heard of the @soccergrlprobs Twitter handle. Punch the #soccergirlproblems or #SGP hash tag into your Twitter search box, and you're likely to get a slew of.....
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11 New York Jets Celebrate Birthdays in June: a Fan's LookThe New York Jets got a little bit younger at the defensive end position with the No. 16 overall selection of North Carolina standout Quinton Coples in the 2012 NFL Draft held on Apr. 26, but the young man will be creeping up in age as he turns 22 years..
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Should Jason Bay and Kirk Nieuwenhuis Platoon in New York Mets' Left Field? Fan's View"Nieuwenhuis-sanity" may not have captivated the Big Apple quite like the Jeremy Lin phenomenon in Feb., but "Cap'n Kirk" made a big name for himself in a very short time as starting left fielder for the New York Mets.
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Should Long Island High Schools Introduce Table Tennis as a Varsity Sport? Fan's ViewThere will undoubtedly be changes ahead in Long Island high school athletics, as districts grapple with new ways to save sports programs from budget cuts in the wake of New York State Gov. Andrew Cuomo's game-changing property tax cap initiative.
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Tim Tebow Can Bridge the Gap Between Evangelical Christians and the Gay Community: Fan's ViewDeadspin, a sports and pop culture website mostly known for its ridiculous commentary and sarcastic tone, surprised me by hitting the proverbial nail on the head on the "What if Tim Tebow were gay?" issue.
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MMA's Top Ten Mean-Muggers: Fan's ViewUnofficially, mean-mugging is defined as the act of a fighter putting on their game face for the purpose of intimidating their opponent before engaging in battle. Here's a look at the top ten mean-muggers in MMA today.
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New York Jets' Top Three Offseason Concerns: Fan's ViewThe New York Jets deserve a ton of credit for convincing fans and the local media that the locker-room issues that cost the team a playoff spot in 2011 are a thing of the past.
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Five Activities that Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez Can Do Together: Fan's ViewIs there a quarterback controversy brewing in the Big Apple? Nope. Not for the New York Jets, who happen to have two of the most popular young players in the game taking the snaps for them this season.
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Will High Schools Be Able to Afford Anti-Concussion Football Helmets? Fan's ViewEven if a football helmet is developed that is proven to significantly reduce concussions, most high schools and youth leagues around the country don't have the money to make the upgrade.
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Miguel Batista Saves His Spot in the New York Mets' Starting Rotation: Fan's ViewNew York Mets 41-year-old righty Miguel Batista got crafty, got energized, dug down deep and saved his rotation spot with a fine effort on May 14 that included seven innings of four-hit ball.
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Is Wanderlei Silva One Knockout Loss Away from Retirement? Fan's ViewWanderlei Silva was born to fight. The 35-year-old Brazilian, affectionately known as "The Axe Murderer," has been a fan favorite since 1996 due to his free-swinging Chute Boxe style.
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Ike Davis' Home Batting Average Continues to Dip: Fan's TakeCiti Field is in Ike Davis' head. Davis, who entered the New York Mets' game against the Milwaukee Brewers on May 14 with a league-low .061 batting average at home, went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts to see that home average dip to .056 by the end of.....
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Tim Tebow Should Rethink Turning Down Role in 'The Bachelor': Fan's ViewTim Tebow's appearance on "The Bachelor" would have been a win-win situation for both the 24-year-old NFL star and the popular ABC reality show.
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New York Mets Kick it Old School with Amazin' Calls Program: Fan's ViewAfter a week that was filled with poor performance out of the bullpen, temper tantrums from star players and a brutal string of back-to-back losses to the Miami Marlins, it was nice to see a positive story come from the New York Mets on the morning of....
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Ranking the Top Ten Best NFL Cities: Fan's ViewSt. Louis and Boston are well-known for their diehard baseball fans, but which cities are the best for football? Here's a look at the top ten NFL football cities in the United States.
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Top Five Long Island Girls' Lacrosse Goalkeepers of the 2012 Postseason: Fan's ViewThe regular season of Long Island's girls' lacrosse season is in the books, and it's time to turn the page to the postseason. Here's a look at the top five Long Island girls' lacrosse goalkeepers in the 2012 playoffs.
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UFC on Fuel TV - Korean Zombie Vs Dustin Poirier - Main Card Picks and Predictions: Fan's ViewThe UFC returns to Fuel TV on May 15 with a stacked card from Fairfax, Virginia, that features Chan Sung Jung, known by many as "The Korean Zombie," against Dustin Poirier, in what should be a highly entertaining featherweight scrap that could have.....
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Should Jon Rauch Be Named New York Mets' Closer? Fan's ViewAccording to a Yahoo! Sports report, Frank Francisco is on the brink of losing his job as New York Mets closer.
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New York Jets Use Twitter to Weigh in on Mother's Day: Fan's LookThe New York Jets joined the millions of people nationwide who celebrated Mother's Day on May 13, as close to a dozen players on the team posted inspirational tweets in honor of mothers, motherhood and the influence of mothers in society.
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Should the New York Jets Play Against the New York Giants Every Season? Fan's ViewShould the New York Jets play against the New York Giants more often than once every four years? That's the sizzling question New York football fans have been asking since the teams met head-to-head on Christmas Eve last year in a classic tilt that had..
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Levittown, New York Boys' Lacrosse Season Wrap-Up: Fan's ViewAnother great season of Levittown boys' lacrosse is in the books, and it's time to reflect on the year it was. Here's a look back at the Spring 2012 boys' lacrosse season for the three Levittown-based schools in New York - MacArthur, Division...
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New York Mets' First 8,000 Games Were Filled with Memories Good, Bad and Downright Ugly: Fan's ViewThe #8000games8000memories hash tag that was briefly trending nationwide this week on Twitter was supposed to be a fun way to salute the most memorable highlights in New York Mets franchise history in the hours leading up to their 8,000th game since the..
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Should Ronda Rousey Apologize for Expletive-Laden Comments to Former Lover? Fan's ViewI was a bit perplexed at Ronda Rousey's bitter response to a former lover who recently messaged her on Instagram.
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Top New York Mets Movie Moments: Fan's ViewThe New York Mets' short-lived "Mets At The Movies" campaign in 2009 wasn't the only time fans had the opportunity to see their favorite team on the big screen, as several prominent players through the years made cameos in Hollywood productions.
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Will David Wright Give the New York Mets a Hometown Discount? Fan's ViewThere's a laundry list of superlatives you can use that would accurately describe David Wright, the standout New York Mets' third baseman who recently eclipsed Darryl Strawberry for No. 1 all-time in franchise history in RBIs.
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Is Tim Tebow's Diet Healthy? Fan's ViewNew York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow recently revealed that pizza pie and ice cream pie are two of his favorite meals.Also published on:
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Is Mark Sanchez One of the New York Jets' Top Five Quarterbacks of All-Time? Fan's ViewDoes Mark Sanchez deserve to be considered one of the top five New York Jets quarterbacks of all-time despite a woeful 2011 season that included 18 interceptions and just a 78.2 quarterback rating?
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Is Dan Henderson in Over His Head Against Jon Jones? Fan's ViewIs it mere coincidence that six of Dan Henderson's eight career losses were suffered at the hands of fighters who stand 6-feet or taller?
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Should the New York Mets Trade David Wright? Fan's ViewDavid Wright, a free agent following the 2012 season, is going to be looking for a multi-year deal that would earn him $14 million annually in my estimation, and the cash-strapped New York Mets don't have that kind of money to throw around.
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Levittown Girls' Lacrosse 2012 Season Roundup: Fan's ViewThe MacArthur Lady Generals finished in ninth-place in Nassau Conference I, while Island Trees notched four wins in Nassau Conference C-IV and Division was a powerhouse in Nassau 1B.
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Is David Wright the Most Business Savvy Professional Athlete Since Magic Johnson? Fan's ViewIt's safe to say that just about every professional athlete would love to have the post-playing career business success enjoyed by Magic Johnson.
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Five Weird Things that Tim Tebow Likes: Fan's ViewIt strikes me as odd that Tim Tebow is a UFC fan, as mixed martial arts fights are often bloody and super-violent. Nothing against MMA, but the violence displayed in such combat sports would definitely be a far cry from Tebow's squeaky-clean image and...
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Will Tim Tebow's Dog Forgive Him for Changing Its Name? Fan's TakeAs the old sports adage goes, "Every dog will have its day." But for Tim Tebow's dog, May 11 was a day to forget.
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Top Five Most Marketable New York Mets: Fan's ViewDavid Wright's squeaky-clean image and inherent charm helped him land endorsement deals in the past with Vitamin Water, Mission skin care, Wilson and Delta Air Lines, so there's no doubt he is the most marketable athlete on the New York Mets roster.
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Harvard-bound Attacker Devin Dwyer Notches Garden City's All-Time Career Assist Record: Fan's ViewGarden City Trojans boys' lacrosse coach Steve Finnell often boasts that Devin Dwyer sees the game on a different level than his peers. Dwyer showed the rest of Long Island on May 9 that Finnell's claim is much more than just hometown hype.
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Which Venue in Vermont Would Be Best Suited to Host a UFC Event? Fan's ViewThe UFC is going to have to get really creative if they hope to hold a live event in the "Green Mountain State" anytime soon.
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Will Chris Young Lead the New York Mets to a Postseason Berth? Fan's ViewFor all the New York Mets' success in their surprising 18-13 start to the season, the No. 5 spot in the starting rotation has been a sore spot since Mike Pelfrey went down with season-ending Tommy John surgery on Apr. 26.
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Top Five Best Boys' Lacrosse Helmets for a High School Varsity Athlete: Fan's ViewThe high school Spring 2012 varsity lacrosse season is winding down for schools across the country, but many players will continue to practice in the summer to get ready for college ball. Others will work on their skills over the summer to get ready.....
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Which New York Jets Will Make it onto the NFL's Top 100 Players of 2012 List? Fan's ViewThe NFL Network is counting down the top 100 players of 2012, and the only New York Jet on the list in spots No. 70-100 is Tim Tebow, who was ranked No. 95.
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Top Five Best NFL Stadiums on the East Coast: Fan's ViewAs an avid football fan and national traveler, I have had the opportunity to visit many great cities in the United States, as well as some of the best NFL stadiums on the East Coast.
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Philadelphia Phillies Fan Gives New York Mets Shortstop Jordany Valdespin the Ball Back from His First Big League Hit: Fan's TakeSince 2006, the fierce rivalry between the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets hasn't featured many cute, cuddly moments that made me say "aww."
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Will MMA Ever Be Legal in New York? Fan's ViewThe news that Vermont beat New York to the punch in becoming the 46th state to regulate mixed martial arts left me pining for the day when I can finally enjoy a UFC event in my home state.
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Five Wackiest Rex Ryan Quotes of All-Time: Fan's ViewHas Rex Ryan finally toned down his act after three and a half years at the helm of the New York Jets?
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Should Antonio Cromartie Reactivate His Twitter Account? Fan's ViewOn May 9, Antonio Cromartie decided to deactivate @Acromartie and stop using Twitter, a decision that left fans scratching their heads. "This is last post on twitter taking down page have fun," Cromartie tweeted on May 9.
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Will Andy Pettitte's Past Success Earn Him a Playoff Start Regardless of His 2012 Regular Season Performance? Fan's ViewHow bad would Andy Pettitte have to pitch to not be in the New York Yankees' starting rotation come playoff time?
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Long Island's Top Ten High School Spring Sports Teams: Fan's ViewThere are 127 public school districts on Long Island, but only a handful boast athletic programs that consistently excel. Here's a look at the top ten spring sports teams from Long Island's public schools:
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Top Five Concession Stands at Citi Field: Fan's ViewThe next time you soak in a New York Mets game at Citi Field, come hungry. There's many great food options available at the ballpark.
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New York Mets Shortstop Jordany Valdespin Will Get His Historic Home Run Ball Back: Fan's ViewThe only bad news that came from Jordany Valdespin's game-deciding, pinch hit three-run homer on May 7 in the top of the ninth inning off Philadelphia Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon, was the fact that the young shortstop wouldn't have a chance to put..
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Should Ralph Kiner Continue to Be a Guest Analyst for the New York Mets? Fan's ViewHas the time come for the 89-year-old Ralph Kiner to finally retire from broadcasting after more than 50 years of adding color commentary to New York Mets broadcasts?
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First Person: I Make $15 Per Month While Waiting on Line for Fast FoodIt wasn't until the front driver side window on my 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera got jammed last summer that I realized I could fatten my wallet by waiting on fast food drive-thru lines.
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Gumby Vs Boll Weevil - the Great New York Jets Mascot Debate: Fan's ViewBesides the Oakland Raiders, the New York Jets are the only team in the AFC without an official mascot. the Jets can address their glaring need in that department by securing the services of one of the top two free-agent NFL mascots currently....
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Will MacArthur's Kristen Brown Snap New York State's Single-Season Home Run Record? Fan's ViewMacArthur's senior shortstop Kristen Brown, who is hitting .617 with 40 runs batted in, has a chance to snap the New York State single-season home run record on May 8, as the Lady Generals host Oceanside in a Nassau Conference AA-I tilt.
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Should R.A. Dickey Teach the Knuckleball to Young New York Mets Pitchers? Fan's ViewOne of the tough decisions the New York Mets need to make in the offseason is the $5 million option for 2013 on 37-year-old right-handed hurler, R.A. Dickey. He can make himself extremely valuable to the team by teaching young Mets prospects how to....
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Five Ideas for a New York Jets Mascot: Fan's ViewThe New York Jets are one of just two AFC football teams who don't have an official mascot. I believe something needs to be done about that. Here's five ideas for a potential mascot for the New York Jets.
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Are UFC Events Better on TV Than in Person? Fan's ViewAfter witnessing my first live UFC event, I am convinced that the sport of mixed martial arts is best viewed on television rather than in person. Here's a look at why UFC events are best viewed on television rather than in person.Also published on:
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Fan's View: Five Reasons to Walk with the New York Jets on May 12 at the "New Jersey Walk with Us 2012" 5KI have a close friend who suffers from lupus, so I am especially pleased that the New York Jets will be holding a 5k walk to help find a cure for this terrible disease.
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Should Bobby Parnell Regain New York Mets' Closer's Role? Fan's ViewWith Frank Francisco's continued struggles out of the bullpen, is it time for the New York Mets to consider shifting Bobby Parnell into the closer's role after 28 games of the 2012 season?
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"UFC 146: Junior Dos Santos Vs Frank Mir" Main Card Picks and Predictions: Fan's ViewFights among heavyweights are harder to predict than any other division in the UFC, as it seems that anyone has a puncher's chance when the big boys square off against each other. Here's a look at my picks and predictions for the main card of UFC 146.
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Nassau County Begins Hempstead Tpke. Safety Initiative After Two Levittown Student-Athletes Die in Car Wrecks: Fan's ViewAfter two local student-athletes were killed while crossing Hempstead Tpke. in Levittown, NY, over the past two years, I'm pleased to see Nassau County is finally stepping up to the plate to prevent such instances from recurring in the future.
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"Tim Tebow Vs Mark Sanchez" Drinking Game: A Fan's CreationAssuming there are 12 to 15 sips in a 12 ounce bottle of beer, I believe a reasonable amount of beer to be consumed by a responsible adult over the course of a three-hour NFL game is approximately 72 to 90 sips.
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Ruben Tejada's Quad Injury Leaves New York Mets Fans Missing Jose Reyes for the First Time: Fan's ViewMark down May 6, 2012, as the date New York Mets fans started to finally miss former shortstop Jose Reyes.
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Rex Ryan's Top Ten Biggest Rivals of All-Time: Fan's ViewBesides Jets' players and coaches, Rex Ryan hasn't made many new friends in the NFL since taking over as New York Jets head coach in 2009. Here's a look at Rex Ryan's top five rivals of all-time.
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Ranking the New York Jets' Top Five Best Current Rivalries: Fan's ViewWhile some football rivalries have stood the test of time, the new decade ushered in several more exciting opponents for the New York Jets. Here's a look at the New York Jets' top five best current rivalries.
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Garden City Boys' Lacrosse Tops Manhasset in 122nd Installment of the Woodstick Classic: Fan's ViewGarden City (13-0) topped Manhasset, 9-3, on May 5 in the 122nd installment of the Woodstick Classic, but the story of the game was the ridiculously awesome "military appreciation" gear worn by the Trojans.
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Was "UFC on Fox 3" the Best Nationally Televised MMA Event of All-Time? Fan's ViewAfter the first two "UFC on Fox" cards failed to captivate a national audience, the UFC desperately needed an exciting night of fights at "UFC on Fox 3: Nate Diaz vs Jim Miller" on May 5. For the most part, the card delivered.
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Is Ike Davis Dangerously Close to a Demotion to the Minor Leagues? Fan's ViewHas Ike Davis' confidence level plummeted so far down that a demotion to the minor leagues may be in order? That is the burning question Mets fans have been wondering since he got off to a nightmarish 0-for-18 start to the 2012 season.
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Five New York Mets Most Likely to Survive a Zombie Attack: Fan's ViewWill the New York Mets be prepared when brain-eating zombies infest the the Big Apple? Here's a look at the top five New York Mets most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse.
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Top Levittown High School Varsity Games to Watch in the Week Ahead (May 5): Fan's ViewFor the Levittown athletes who didn't earn playoff spots this season, the week ahead is the final stretch of athletics in the 2011-12 school year, before a summer break that stretches until the first week in September.
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Top Five Summer Events at MetLife Stadium: Fan's ViewAs a New York Jets fan, I'm excited that I don't have to wait until football season rolls around to enjoy the sights and sounds of MetLife Stadium. Here's a look at the top five summer events at MetLife Stadium.Also published on:
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New York Mets Show Class in Fantastic Tribute to the Beastie Boys: Fan's ViewFor everything the New York Mets got wrong on May 4, their poignant tribute to the Beastie Boys made me forget all about the loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Would Mariano Rivera Consider Pitching for the Boston Red Sox in 2013? Fan's ViewWhether or not the 42-year-old Mariano Rivera is able to return to form in 2013 remains to be seen, but I believe it's not a given that he'll be back with the New York Yankees.
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Should Tim Tebow Throw Ceremonial First Pitch at an Upcoming New York Yankees Game? Fan's ViewThe classy thing for the New York Yankees to do would be to invite New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow to Yankee Stadium to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before a game this season.
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Five New York Jets Most Likely to Survive a Zombie Attack: Fan's ViewIn the event that the world around us suddenly becomes infested with brain-eating zombies, the New York Jets need not worry. The team has all the tools necessary to get through a zombie attack unscathed.
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Should Tim Tebow Throw Ceremonial First Pitch at an Upcoming New York Mets Game? Fan's ViewThere's plenty of fine reasons why the New York Mets should invite New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow to Flushing for a ceremonial "first pitch" before a Mets game at Citi Field.
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Nassau County Boys' Lacrosse Top Ten Scoring Leaders: Fan's LookGarden City's Harvard-bound senior attackman Devin Dwyer leads Nassau County boys' lacrosse with 70 points, while Plainedge's R.J. Rossi follows close behind with 69 points.
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Top Ten Walkout Songs in UFC History: Fan's ViewWhen the Dropkick Murphy's anthemic tune, "I'm Shipping Up To Boston," emanates from the speakers as Forrest Griffin makes his way to the UFC octagon, the crowd goes absolutely bonkers and everyone watching at home gets pumped up.
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Who Should Replace Chris Schwinden in the New York Mets' Rotation? Fan's ViewChris Schwinden needs to be replaced in the New York Mets' starting rotation. Here's a look at the top candidates to replace Schwinden in the Mets' rotation.
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Iowa Teen Takes Cardboard Cutout of Tim Tebow to Prom: Fan's ViewWhen I first heard the news that Kingsley-Pierson (Iowa) High student Rachel Bird took a cardboard cutout of New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow to her senior prom instead of a real-life human, I was a bit disturbed.
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New York Knicks Vs Miami Heat Draws A-List Celebs to Madison Square Garden: Fan's ViewMadison Square Garden in New York City was the place to be on May 3, as dozens of A-list celebs were spotted on "Celebrity Row" during the New York Knicks' playoff contest against the Miami Heat. Here's a look at the top five celebrities in attendance.
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Junior Seau Mourned by Current and Former New York Jets: Fan's ViewGrowing up a New York Jets fan, I always admired the toughness Junior Seau brought to the football field on NFL Sundays.
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Who Will Pitch the New York Mets' First No-Hitter? Fan's ViewAfter two no-hitters were thrown in the majors in less than two weeks, I'm still anxiously waiting for the New York Mets to tally one of their own. The franchise has completed thousands of games dating back to 1962 without notching a single one.
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Should High School Girls and Boys Lacrosse Players Wear the Same Helmets? Fan's ViewFor all the reasons you can think of why girls' lacrosse players may not want to wear helmets, the aesthetic aspect is often overlooked.
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"UFC on Fox 3 - Nate Diaz Vs Jim Miller" Main Card Picks and Predictions: Fan's ViewThe headlining bout of "UFC on Fox 3 - Diaz vs Miller" is a battle between two men who have been on the brink of MMA greatness for years. Here's my picks and predictions for the four fights on the main card of "UFC on Fox 3."
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ShipRocked Festival Bridges Gap Between Sports and Music: Fan's ViewShipRocked, a rock and roll cruise slated for Nov. 27 and Dec. 1 out of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, is sure to be a hit with sports and music fans alike.
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Five UFC Fighters Who May Be One Loss Away from Getting Released from the League: Fan's ViewAfter a slew of fighters were released from the UFC in 2011, there haven't been many notable cuts this year. However, there are a number of fighters who may very well be on the chopping block with another loss or two.
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Five Questions with MMA Fighter Sarah Maloy: Fan's InterviewSarah "K.O. Kid" Maloy, a 29-year-old MMA fighter who competes in the InvictaFC Flyweight division, earned a unanimous decision victory over Michele Gutierrez at the "InvictaFC 1 - Coenen vs Ruyssen" event on Apr. 28 in Kansas City, KS.
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Federal Ban on Cellphone Use While Driving Won't Make a Major ImpactLet me preface this by admitting I constantly send text messages while driving even though it isn't legal in my home state of New York or 36 other states nationwide. My cell phone use while driving is more than just a bad habit.
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Should High School Girls' Lacrosse Players Wear Helmets During Games? Fan's ViewShould high school girls' lacrosse players be forced to wear helmets during games? That's the burning question athletic commissions across the country have been struggling with since the girls' game has seemingly gotten rougher over the last few years.
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The New York Mets' Greatest Pitcher of Each Decade: Fan's ViewWhile no New York Mets pitcher has been able to notch a no-hitter in the team's 50 years of existence, it's pretty safe to say the franchise is known more for its superb pitching over the years rather than its hitting.
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New York Jets Gift Ideas for Mother's Day: Fan's ViewMother's Day is May 6, so the window to pick up a gift for your mom is rapidly closing. Here's a look at the top five Mother's Day gift ideas for the New York Jets fan in your household
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Should an All-Female MMA Fight Card Have "Ring Card Boys" Instead of Girls? Fan's ViewDuring the InvictaFC women's MMA event on Apr. 28, Strikeforce champ Ronda Rousey said on Twitter that she would nominate MMAFighting.com journalist Ariel Helwani to be a "Ring Boy" for an all-female MMA card.
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Five Women Who Tim Tebow Should Consider for a Life Partner: Fan's ViewNew York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow said in a recent interview with Good Morning America reporter Robin Roberts that he's single. Here's a look at five women who would be great matches for him.
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Ranking the New York Mets' Top Five Best Beards: Fan's ViewThe New York Mets might be one of the most bearded teams in the Major Leagues at this point in time. Here's a look at the top five beards worn by current New York Mets.
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Top Ten Worst Nicknames in UFC History: Fan's ViewLast month, I posted a list of the top ten UFC nicknames of all-time. "The Axe Murderer" took the top spot, while "Uncle Creepy" and "The Dentist" followed close behind. Here's a look at the top ten worst UFC nicknames of all-time.
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Long Island Girls' Lacrosse Top Five Games to Watch This Week (May 1): Fan's ViewThe 2012 Long Island girls' lacrosse regular season is close to completion, but there's still one more week to go before the playoffs kick off. Here's a look at the top five Long Island girls' lacrosse games to watch in the week ahead (May 1):
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Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez's Top Five Commercials: Fan's ViewSince the New York Jets have two of the most marketable quarterbacks in the NFL on their roster in Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez, it's no surprise that both men have appeared in tons of commercials in recent years.
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Top Five Tim Tebow Sightings of the 2012 Offseason: Fan's ViewTim Tebow, who was traded to the New York Jets on March 21, hasn't had much time off during the off-season. He's been spotted all over the East Coast, from Florida all the way up to New York City.Also published on:
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Tim Tebow's Virginity is Reportedly Worth $1 Million: Fan's ViewWhat Tim Tebow does in the bedroom shouldn't be anyone else's business, but he raised plenty of eyebrows with his blunt answer to a reporter's question a few years back if he was saving himself for marriage.
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USC-Bound Midfielder Amanda Johansen Leads Long Island Girls' Lacrosse with 99 Points: Fan's ViewAs the calendar turns to May, it's a bit surprising that the Long Island girls' lacrosse scoring leader comes from a school much smaller in size than Nassau County lacrosse powerhouses like Garden City and St. Anthony's.
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Thiago Silva Steps in to Fight Mauricio "Shogun" Rua at UFC 149: Fan's ViewMMA fans have been pumped up about Mauricio "Shogun" Rua's return to the octagon since his classic battle against Dan Henderson at UFC 139 in November of 2011.
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New York Mets Gift Ideas for Mother's Day: a Fan's GuideMother's Day is just around the corner, and time is winding down to pick up gifts for the big day. Here's a look at the top five Mother's Day gifts for the New York Mets fan in your household.
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Tim Tebow's Top Five Most Generous Moments: Fan's ViewTim Tebow hopes to bring love, faith and hope to those in need of a brighter day. Here's a look at the top five philantropic and humanitarian measures he's taken in the past to help those less fortunate.
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What Should Tim Tebow Do After He Retires from the NFL? Fan's ViewTim Tebow has plenty of good football years ahead of him, but it's never too early to start thinking about a post-athletic career. Here's a look at five career options for Tebow when he's done playing football in the NFL.
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New York Mets Top Tweets of the Week (Apr. 29): Fan's ViewSeveral New York Mets took to Twitter this week to chime in on the team's surprising above-.500 record through the first 22 games of the season. Here's a look at the Mets' top five tweets of the week.
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Five Things Tim Tebow Should Do in New Jersey: Fan's ViewNothing against the city of Denver, but there's a lot more to see and do in North Jersey. Now that Tim Tebow will be playing his home games in "The Garden State," he should get familiar with some of the best sights and attractions in the area.
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Garden City's Alexandra Bruno Moves into Top 25 on Long Island in Points in Loss to St. Anthony's: Fan's ViewFrom the Spring of 2009 until the middle of April in 2010, Garden City was riding a 55-game winning streak that included multiple New York State championships and victories over national powerhouses like Darien.
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Is Dan Henderson Susceptible to the Uppercut? Fan's ViewDan Henderson defeated Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in a five-round classic at UFC 139, but he got caught with a series of uppercuts throughout the tilt that may force him to change his signature standup fighting stance in the future.
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Will InvictaFC Propel Women's MMA to New Heights? Fan's ViewLess than two months after the clash between Ronda Rousey and Miesha Tate put women's mixed martial arts on the national radar, InvictaFC propelled the sport to new heights with an all-female fight card on Apr. 28 from Kansas City, KS.
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Is Tim Tebow a UFC Fan? Fan's ViewAt first glance, Tim Tebow's firm religious beliefs, Christian values and strong moral convictions appear to make him quite the unlikely candidate to be a fan of super-violent MMA combat leagues like the UFC and Strikeforce.
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2012 New York Jets Draft Picks: Fan ReactionAccording to a Yahoo! Sports report, the New York Jets selected Robert T. Griffin at No. 203 overall in the 2012 NFL Draft. Here's a look at the New York Jets' top five draft picks of 2012.
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Will Mike Pelfrey Ever Pitch Again for the New York Mets? Fan's ViewMike Pelfrey, who is headed to Alabama to undergo Tommy John surgery on the partially-torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, may have pitched his final game as a member of the New York Mets.
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Long Island Sports Community Rocked by Facebook Scandal: Fan's ViewLess than six months after an Island Trees teacher was dismissed from his post as the school's varsity girls' basketball coach for posting offensive comments onto Facebook, another prominent Long Island sports community has been rocked by a scandal....
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New York Jets' Top Five Best Dressed Athletes: Fan's ViewThe New York Jets may not win a ton of ballgames this year, but there's one thing that can't be denied: this group has some serious style. Here's a look at the top five best dressed athletes on the New York Jets.
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What Will the New York Mets' Record Be at the All-Star Break? Fan's ViewAre the New York Mets true contenders or just pretenders? With 67 games left before the four-day break for the All-Star Game, here's my predictions for the Mets' record at the midway mark of the season.
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Seven Players on the New York Jets Celebrate Birthdays in May: Fan's ViewThe New York Jets got a little bit younger at the defensive end position with the No. 16 overall selection of North Carolina standout Quinton Coples in the 2012 NFL Draft held on Apr. 26. However, several other notable Jets are creeping up in age.
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Should Male Field Hockey Player Be Allowed to Compete for Southampton's Girls' Varsity Team? Fan's ViewAccording to a Yahoo! Sports report, 13-year-old Southampton High School student Keeling Pilaro will not be allowed to compete for his school's field hockey team in fall 2012 because he has been too dominant a player over the past two seasons.
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Dan Henderson and the Best UFC Fighters Who Never Earned a Title: Fan's ViewAfter winning seven of his last eight, Dan Henderson is finally getting a UFC title shot against UFC Light Heavyweight champ Jon Jones.
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Ranking the Top Five New York Sports Stories Through the First Four Months of 2012: Fan's ViewIt's hard to believe the first third of 2012 is almost in the books. It was a superb four months of athletics in New York City, which included many historic storylines that will impact the landscape of the local sports scene for years to come.
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Should Mark Sanchez Host Saturday Night Live? Fan's ViewWith all the hoopla surrounding Eli Manning's upcoming appearance on NBC's "Saturday Night Live," New York Jets fans are left to wonder why their quarterback didn't get the nod to host the popular comedy show.
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Top Five Long Island Varsity Girls' Lacrosse Games to Watch in the Week Ahead: Fan's ViewThe Garden City Lady Trojans take on the St. Anthony's Friars on Apr. 28 in a matchup between the top two girls' lacrosse teams on Long Island.
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Does Jose Reyes Deserve a Spot in the New York Mets Hall of Fame Someday? Fan's ViewDespite being booed in his return to Citi Field on Apr. 24, there will come a day when Mets fans look back at Reyes and see an elite player who spent nine solid seasons in New York.
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Will Jose Reyes Ever Be Cheered by the Flushing Faithful? Fan's ViewWhile Jose Reyes is enemy No. 1 for the time being, there will come a day when New York Mets fans welcome him back to Citi Field with a standing ovation.
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Jose Reyes Gets Rude Welcome Back to Citi Field: Fan's ViewJose Reyes getting booed by New York Mets fans in his return to Citi Field on Apr. 24 was the result of a perfect storm of cold weather, the game being played on a Tuesday evening and the fact that Ruben Tejada is playing well.
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Should the New York Jets Select a Wide Receiver in the First-Round of the NFL Draft? Fan's ViewAccording to a Newsday report, Santonio Holmes gave his blessing for the New York Jets to select a No. 2 wide receiver in the Apr. 26 NFL Draft.
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Deer Park Varsity Winter Sports Roundup: a Fan's ViewDeer Park administrators presented dozens of student-athletes with awards at the Apr. 24 Deer Park Board of Education meeting in recognition of their achievements in the Winter 2011-12 school year.
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Will Jason Bay Get His Starting Job Back when He Returns from the Disabled List? Fan's ViewThe Mets used Mike Baxter and Scott Hairston in left field in their 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Apr. 24, and neither man did much to impress the fans on hand at Citi Field or New York manager Terry Collins.
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Should Tim Tebow Host Saturday Night Live? a Fan's ViewNo one can argue that Tim Tebow is a better quarterback than Eli Manning, but what he does bring to the table is crossover appeal to non-sports fans, phenomenal star power and unparalleled marketability.
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Five Things Tim Tebow Should Do in New York City: Fan's ViewNothing against the city of Denver, but there's a lot more to see and do in New York City. Here's a look at five things Tim Tebow should do during his time in New York.
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Will Mark Sanchez Become an Elite Passer in His Fourth Season in the NFL? Fan's ViewEven the best NFL quarterbacks of all-time needed time to develop. Troy Aikman tallied a dreadful 7-19 record in his first two seasons before turning into an elite passer at age 27.
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Top Five Varsity Cheerleading Teams on Long Island: Fan's ViewAccording to the Long Island Cheerleading Coaches Association (LICCA), Long Island cheerleading has evolved into a serious sport that requires skill, sportsmanship, athleticism and dedicated coaching.
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Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission Announces Medical Suspensions for UFC 145 Fighters: Fan's ViewBesides Mac Danzig, Miguel Torres and Brendan Schaub, most of the athletes who fought at UFC 145 stayed healthy enough to avoid any serious medical suspensions from the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission.
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Will MLB Umps Hold a Grudge Against Ike Davis for Bat-Throwing Incident? Fan's ViewNew York Mets manager Terry Collins clearly wasn't happy with Dana DeMuth's low strike zone in Ike Davis' seventh-inning at bat on Apr. 23 against the San Francisco Giants, but he stopped short of throwing the ump under the bus in the team's....
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New York Mets Drop Both Games of Apr. 23 Doubleheader with San Francisco Giants: Fan's ViewAfter losing both games of the traditional doubleheader against the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field on Apr. 23, it's pretty clear that all the good vibes from the Mets' season-opening four-game winning streak are long gone.
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Best Bars in Suffolk County to Watch a New York Jets Game: Fan's ViewAs a Long Island resident who also happens to be a New York Jets fan, sometimes it's difficult to make the trek to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on NFL gamedays.
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Island Trees Freshman Alexa Dolgos Shines in Athletics: a Fan's ViewIsland Trees freshman Alexa Dolgos accomplished more in her first year of high school than most student-athletes do in their entire careers.
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What's Next for the UFC 145 Main Card Losers? Fan's ViewJon Jones won a unanimous decision over Rashad Evans at UFC 145 in Atlanta, GA, but the latter did enough to show he deserves to remain a top five contender in the light heavyweight division.
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Year Three Comparison Between Mark Sanchez and Eli Manning: a Fan's ViewIt's highly unlikely that New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez will ever become a two-time Super Bowl champion, but his stats through the first three years of his career compare quite favorably to New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning.
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Best Places on Long Island to Watch a New York Mets Game: Fan's ViewAs a New York Mets fan living on the north shore of Nassau County in Long Island, New York, sometimes it's difficult to make the trek all the way to Citi Field to watch my favorite team play. Here's a look at the top five bars on Long Island....
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Best Places in Nassau County to Watch a New York Jets Game: Fan's ViewAs a New York Jets fan living on Long Island in New York, sometimes it's difficult to make the trek all the way to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on NFL gamedays. Here's a look at the top five bars in Nassau County, NY, to watch a New York Jets game.
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Ranking the New York Jets' Top 10 Wide Receivers of All-Time: Fan's ViewDespite their prowess on defense in recent years, the New York Jets are primarily known for their rich history of explosive talent on offense. Here's a look at their top ten wide receivers in franchise history.
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Top Five Celebrities Spotted Cageside at UFC 145: a Fan's ViewDozens of A-list celebs were in attendance for an amazing night of fights at the UFC 145 event on Apr. 21 at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA.
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Division Ave. Top Ten Athletes of the Year: a Fan's ViewLast week I gave my picks for the top 25 student-athletes of the year from Division Ave. High School in Levittown, NY. That list can be found by following the link provided at the bottom of this article.
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Levittown Athletes of the Week (Apr. 21): a Fan's ViewIsland Trees sophomore Alannah Basile, a multi-sport standout who also dominates on the volleyball court, threw her first career no-hitter on Apr. 18, striking out ten to lead her team to a 7-0 victory over New Hyde Park.
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Are the New York Mets the Most Eccentric Team in Major League Baseball? Fan's ViewThis wacky cast of New York Mets characters might not win a whole lot of ballgames, but their interesting physical appearances and unique personalities make them tons of fun to watch.
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Will Jon Jones' Reach Advantage Play a Key Role in His Fight Against Rashad Evans at UFC 145? Fan's ViewWhen Jon Jones steps into the octagon with Rashad Evans on Apr. 21 at UFC 145 at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA, he'll have a distinct reach advantage of approximately ten inches.
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New York Jets' Top Five Celebrity WAGs: a Fan's ViewAccording to an ABC News report, New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow laughed off the rumors that he is dating Taylor Swift and Glee star Dianna Agron.
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Five Things You Need to Know About the New York Jets' Apr. 21 Flight Crew Cheerleader Auditions: a Fan's ViewThe preliminary auditions for the New York Jets' 2010 Flight Crew cheerleading team are slated for Apr. 21 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
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New York Mets' Top Five Promo Giveaway Dates of 2012: a Fan's ViewThe New York Mets are offering perhaps their best promotion of the year on Apr. 22, as the first 25,000 fans who make the trek to Citi Field for the Mets' day game against the San Francisco Giants, will receive a Tom Seaver bobblehead.
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Island Trees High School's Top 15 Athletes of the Year: a Fan's ViewThe total student body at Island Trees is much smaller than Levittown neighbor schools like MacArthur and Division, which means its constantly facing an uphill battle to assemble deep rosters for its athletic teams.
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Miesha Tate Says Her Favorite Fight was 2010 Tilt Against Hitomi Akano: a Fan's ViewMiesha Tate became a world champion when she submitted Marloes Coenen in July of 2011, but she says her fight at Strikeforce - Challengers 10 - was her all-time personal favorite.
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Top Five Most Stylish New York Jets Hats in Stores Today: a Fan's ViewHere's a guide to the top five New York Jets' caps and hats found in stores today.
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Top Five New York Mets Tweets of the Week (Apr. 19): a Fan's ViewDan Uggla, Juan Francisco and Freddie Freeman each hit two-run homers off R.A. Dickey to lead the Atlanta Braves over the New York Mets, 14-6, on Apr. 18.
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Each UFC Division's Top Gatekeeper: a Fan's ViewGatekeepers in the UFC are the fighters who help determine if an up-and-coming prospect is a pretender or a true contender.
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Ranking the New York Jets' Top Ten Greatest Running Backs of All-Time: a Fan's ViewThe New York Jets, who don't particularly have a long history of excellence at the quarterback position, are a ground-and-pound offensive team that thrives when it establishes the running game early on.
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Farmingdale Lady Dalers Earn 21-7 Victory Over the MacArthur Lady Generals: a Fan's ViewLate-coming Levittown lacrosse fans who were still settling into their bleacher seats for the Lady Generals' game on Apr. 18 against the Farmingdale Lady Dalers, were shocked to look up at the scoreboard and see the home team behind 3-0.
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Ronda Rousey Lobbies for the Legalization of MMA in New York: a Fan's ViewAccording to a CBS report, the New York State Senate voted 43-14 on Apr. 18 to approve legislation to make New York the 46th state to legalize and regulate the sport of mixed martial arts.
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New York Jets' 2012 Schedule is Mark Sanchez's Worst Nightmare: a Fan's ViewAfter a brutal final three games of the 2011 regular season, Mark Sanchez desperately needs to get off to a fast start this year to hang onto his role as the starting quarterback job for the New York Jets.
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MacArthur High School Athletes Honored by Levittown School Board: a Fan's ViewKristina Coiro has lightning-fast quickness and agility. Kelly Clifford has the height of an NBA point guard. Together, they led MacArthur's Track and Field team to its finest year in school history.
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Ranking the Top Ten New York Jets Quarterbacks of All-Time: Fan's ViewAfter three seasons in New York, where does Sanchez rank among the top ten Jets quarterbacks of all-time?
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Should Carlos Beltran Get a Video Tribute when He Returns to Citi Field? Fan's ViewAccording to a NYDailyNews.com report, the New York Mets will give Miami Marlins shortstop, Jose Reyes, a video tribute upon his return to Flushing, NY, on Apr. 24. Carlos Beltran will also be making his grand return to Citi Field for the first time....
