Aaron Griggs
Lives in Pennsylvania with wife, Julie. Announcer at a non-profit radio station. Graduated from Cedarville University in Ohio in 2008 with a degree in Communications. Grew up in Vermont. Sports enthusiast. Avid distance runner.
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Victoria Azarenka Strong in U.S. Open Final Loss to Serena Williams: A Fan's ReactionSerena Williams edged out Victoria Azarenka for the 2012 U.S. Open title. Still, the match was evidence that Azarenka is on her way to an extraordinary career.
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Venus Williams, the Forgotten Sister: Fan's PerspectiveVenus Williams has gone through a tough few years, but sister Serena Williams is still one of the world's top tennis players. Can Venus revitalize her tennis career?
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Laura Robson Shines at U.S. OpenDespite her fourth round exit, Laura Robson turned in an impressive performance at the 2012 U.S. Open. She's a teenager with a bright tennis future ahead.Also published on:
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Andy Roddick to Retire After U.S. Open: A Fan's ReactionAndy Roddick has announced his retirement from pro tennis. The American star had a great career, but it included plenty of disappointment.
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Kim Clijsters' Career Ends at U.S. Open: A Fan's ReactionKim Clijsters is retiring from tennis for the second time following her second round loss at the 2012 U.S. Open. It wraps up an outstanding career, highlighted by her play at the U.S. Open through the years.
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Tennis Court Surfaces: Why They're ImportantThere are a wide variety of surfaces that tennis courts are made of. This article takes a look at the reasons matches are played differently based on the type of surface they are contested on.Also published on: -
Samantha Stosur Aims to Defend U.S. Open Title: A Fan's PerspectiveSince her improbable U.S. Open championship last year, it's been a tough road for Samantha Stosur. The 2012 Open is under way, and she has a title to defend.
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John Isner: Profile of U.S. Open Tennis HopefulJohn Isner has developed into one of the world's premier tennis players. As Isner leads the United States into the 2012 U.S. Open, let's take a look at the journey he's taken to reach this point in his career.
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Top Five 2012 U.S. Open Women's ContendersThis year's U.S. Open field is packed with talent. Who will emerge as the champion on the women's side?
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Top 10 Performances in U.S. Open Tennis HistoryFor decades, tennis greats have competed at the Grand Slam tournament held on U.S. soil. Let's flashback to a few of the finest efforts ever produced at the event.
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Brian Baker's Comeback Continues at U.S. Open: A Fan's TakeAfter battling through injuries that kept him out of professional tennis for years, American Brian Baker made a dramatic return to the sport. Up next for Baker is the U.S. Open.
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Top 10 Sprinters Most Likely to Beat Usain BoltUsain Bolt has established himself as the greatest sprinter of all-time. Still, there's a small collection of current and former athletes talented enough to challenge him in the 100 meters.
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Women's Track World RecordsThe record book for women's track is filled with extraordinary times. How much better the records will eventually get remains to be seen, but as it stands now, the standards are already very high.
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U.S. Women's Gymnastics: The 'Magnificent Seven' vs. The 'Fab Five'With Team USA having captured team gold in women's gymnastics at the London Olympics, comparisons to the 1996 Olympic champions are inevitable. Which U.S. team was better?
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Most Surpising Olympic Moments: US Vs. Soviet Union 1972 Men's Basketball FinalIt was one of the most shocking moments in Olympic history. The United States believed they had defeated the Soviet Union in the gold medal game. They quickly found out that wasn't the case.Also published on:
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Olympic Track and Field Lanes: A Breakdown of Lanes 1-9Ever wonder if it matters which lane an athlete runs in? This article provides a breakdown of each lane on an Olympic track.Also published on: -
Top 10 Olympic Swimming Upsets of All TimeThe Olympics often includes thrilling upset performances. This article examines some of the best ever in Olympic swimming.
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My Favorite Olympic Moment: Haile Gebrselassie Vs. Paul Tergat, Sydney 2000One of the most memorable 10,000 meter finals ever run at the Olympic Games featured two huge rivals in the ultimate showdown. The result was a thrilling race that wouldn’t be decided until the final few meters.Also published on:
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A History of Summer Olympic MascotsThe London Games are about to get under way, which means this year’s Olympic mascots will be seen frequently. Before the Games kick off, let’s pause briefly and look at Summer Olympic mascots that have been featured through the years.
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Top 5 British Athletes Ready to Defend Home Turf at London OlympicsBritain has a talented group of athletes prepared to participate in a variety of events at the 2012 Olympic Games. This article focuses on a handful of those competitors who are expected to perform especially well for the home team.
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Can Anyone Beat the Miami Heat?The Miami Heat were nearly eliminated from the playoffs, but kept fighting and eventually claimed the NBA title. As they bring in new talent, just how good can the Heat get?
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Top Jamaican Athletes Look to Sprint to Victory at London OlympicsThe Jamaican Olympic team is filled with talented track athletes, particularly sprinters. This article highlights five of the country's best as they prepare for London.
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The Top NBA Players Not Headed to the London OlympicsAn outstanding basketball team has been assembled to represent the United States at the 2012 Olympic Games. With only twelve roster spots available, some major talent was also left off the squad.
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Meb Keflezighi Ready to Battle for Marathon Medal at London OlympicsThe expectations are relatively low for Meb Keflezighi at the 2012 Olympics. He’s generally viewed as being too old and too slow to contend for a medal. No worries, Keflezighi is used to being an underdog.
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Janet Evans: An Improbable Return to the Olympic Swimming TrialsA former Olympic medalist, 40 year old Janet Evans hadn’t swum in the Olympics since she was 24. Following a surprising comeback, she was at the 2012 Trials ready to compete against the country’s elite swimmers.
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Allyson Felix, Jeneba Tarmoh, and the Race that Wasn’tAn unexpected result in the women’s 100 meter final overshadowed the rest of the competition at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials. A whirlwind week followed, with the Olympic dreams of two athletes hanging in the balance.
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Anthony Davis Set to Lead Hornets, Starting with DefenseThe #1 pick in the 2012 NBA Draft was Anthony Davis. The bar has been set high for Davis, and for good reason. Primarily through his defense, Davis may develop into one of the best players in the NBA.
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Ochocinco Boosts Dolphins Playoff ChancesChad Ochocinco is coming off the worst season of his NFL career. Some see that as a sign that he’s washed up, but the Miami Dolphins have decided to take a chance on him. They’ll be glad they did.
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Team U.S.A. Brings a Broad Collection of Athletes to the London OlympicsSome athletes will demand much more attention than others at the Olympic Games. That won’t discourage the less popular athletes from giving their best effort. After all, they’re not used to the limelight. They just love their sport.
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Why the Knuckleball Isn’t Thrown by More Pitchers in Major League BaseballThe knuckleball has baffled hitters for decades. It has turned average pitchers into superstars. Why then, don’t more pitchers employ it?
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Always Believing: Nik Wallenda’s Journey Across Niagara FallsPerforming a stunt viewed with both skepticism and awe, Nik Wallenda was looking to defy the odds. With millions watching, the aerialist set out to achieve a lifelong goal that most people could never even dream of.
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The Boston Celtics: Change on the HorizonIt's time for the Celtics to move forward. This article reflects on the last few years in Boston led by a trio of stars, which was characterized by both success and heartbreak.
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Hurry Up: The United States Battles Jamaica for Sprinting SupremacyThe U.S. and Jamaica have traditionally had excellent sprinters. Going into the 2012 Olympics, the competition in sprinting events between the two countries is as heated as it’s ever been.
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Galen Rupp: American Olympic Medal Favorite in LondonThe United States has been a non-factor on the world stage of distance running for a long time. At this year's London Olympics, that could change. It's up to Galen Rupp to make it happen.
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Santana's No-Hitter: A Timely FeatThere's been little to cheer about for Mets fans in recent years. All the failure and heartbreak was forgotten when Johan Santana accomplished something no other Mets player ever has.
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A Distance Runner’s Take on FitnessPhysical fitness is about the individual. A routine that is great for some people may not work well for others. As an experienced runner, I give a glimpse into my training regimen and encourage others to stay fit, while staying true to themselves.