Carl Whitaker
Carl Whitaker is currently a student and an employee at the University of North Texas, majoring in Social Science with a minor in education. When not in class, Carl can be found giving tours of the UNT campus and performing duties as an active Eagle Ambassador. Carl's hobbies include everything from writing articles, to spending time with friends, or doing anything outdoors.
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Grand Saline High School Alumni. Currently enrolled at the University of North Texas.
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Fan's perspective: North Texas football traditionsSome of North Texas' best football traditions.
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Four biggest changes for North Texas Mean Green football in 2011: A fan's takeNorth Texas is looking to change its football program and usher in a new era for the upcoming 2011 season.
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The 10 best players in North Texas football history: A fan's perspectiveThe 10 best football players in the history of UNT, many of whom went on to play in the NFL.
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Album Revisted: Yellowcard - Ocean AvenueRevisiting Yellowcard's debut album "Ocean Avenue". Many Yellowcard fans of the past won't be surprised to hear me say this album is still one of the best of our generation's teenage years.
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Rangers fan: Top 5 prospects for the Texas RangersAs the Rangers look to the 2011 season, this article will take a look at Texas' five best MiLB prospects.
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Winningest Texas high school football coaches, Nos. 5-1Part 2 of this exclusive list takes a look at the five winningest coaches in Texas football history.
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Fan outlook: What to watch for at the 2011 North Texas spring gameNorth Texas brings a new outlook heading into the 2011 spring practices, as well as the spring game.
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Winningest Texas high school football coaches, Nos. 10-6This list briefly profiles five of the ten most winningest football coaches in Texas high school football history. Check out for part two coming soon!
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Texas Rangers 2011 fan season preview: Breakdown by positionPreviewing the Texas Rangers 2011 MLB season.
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2011 MLB Preview: Predictions for the American League East, Central, and WestPreseason break down of the 2011 American League divisional races. -
North Texas Expected to Receive Another Arctic JoltThe North Texas region, coming off of one of the worst cold snaps in recent memory is about to feel the effects of another intense cold front, bringing more snow to the area. -
Student reaction: North Texas basketball falls to FAUThe UNT men's basketball squad fell to FAU on Thursday, Feb 3 extending their losing streak to three.
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The worst logos in professional sportsWhile most logos for professional teams are pretty well designed, there are a few that just don't quite cut it. Here's the bottom of the barrel.Also published on:
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Most Pro Bowls in NFL History for Players on DefenseThese NFL stars of both past and present have played in more Pro Bowls than any other NFL players at their respective positions. Which position is tied between four different athletes, and which NFL legend holds the record for most Pro Bowls in a career? -
Best broad jumps at the NFL CombineOver the past few years, the NFL Combine has arguably become just as important as the participants collegiate careers. What players have had the best broad jumps in recent memory?
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Student reaction: UNT basketball adds five star athlete to recruiting classJordan Mitchell, a former standout at Pinkston High (Dallas, Tx) has reportedly enrolled at the University of North Texas adding to an already stellar recruiting class.
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Most Pro Bowl appearances in NFL history for players on offenseThe NFL Pro Bowl has not seen much commercial success in recent years, but the NFL players on this list have enjoyed success in their respective NFL careers.
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Super Bowl HaikuA short Haiku about the Super Bowl, the possibility of a lockout, and the fan's reactions all within 17 short syllables!
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College football's best away records since 2000This list contains the 10 college football teams with the best records on the road since the year 2000. Are there any unlikely suspects, or does the list contain the teams you would immediately think of?
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The 10 best football players in UNT history, numbers 5 through 1The 10 Best Football Players in UNT History, Pt. 2 contains more familiar faces than the first part, including a famous Super Bowl commercial featuring an NFL Hall of Fame member. -
Most Memorable Bowl Games from the 2010-2011 College Football SeasonThe best and most memorable games from the 2010-2011 college football season.
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College football's best home records since 2000This article discusses college football teams with the highest winning percentages since the year 2000. -
Best beards in the NBA, part twoBack by popular demand, the best beards the NBA has to offer, part deux!
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2011 predictions for sports in Denton, TexasThis article include sports predictions for 5 teams in Denton, Texas - Denton Guyer, Denton Ryan, Denton High football, UNT football and UNT basketball - for 2011 How will the Denton area fare in sports for 2011? -
The 5 worst sports moments of 2010 for DallasDallas has seen its fair share of sports success - and failure - in 2010. While Dallas may not compare to the Cleveland area for its sports woes, this article attempts to capture five of the worst sports moments for Dallas in 2010.
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5 of the worst promotions in MLB historyWhile most promotions are meant to bring the fans out to the ballgame, some of those promotions miserably miss their target. Here's a list of 5 of the worst promotions in MLB history.
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Top scorers in Duke historyDuke basketball has been known for turning out great teams and great players. Who are the top five point scorers in team history?
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My Favorite Sports Memory: Making the Winning ShotA personal article discussing my favorite sports memory.
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The best names in Minor League Baseball, part twoCatching up on minor league baseball names - even more of the minor league baseball names we love in this rendition of the series.
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The best beards in the NBAIn honor of the start of the NBA season, as well as "No Shave November", I present to you the very best beards in the NBA. -
10 Great Songs for Getting into JazzLooking to get into jazz music, but not too sure where to start? Here are 10 of the best jazz songs to get the ball rolling.
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Top 10 Songs by the ShinsMy personal take on the 10 best songs by The Shins. -
2010 NL Cy Young CandidatesThe 2010 MLB season may have just finished, but the postseason awards have yet to be handed out. I offer my humble predictions for the National League Cy Young favorites. -
The 5 best players in UNT basketball historyThe University of North Texas may not have the same tier of players of your perennial powerhouses, but that's not to say some talented players have come through the UNT ranks. Here's the five best basketball players in North Texas history.
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How to Get Involved on a College CampusThis article will take a look at some of the ways to get involved at the University of North Texas, but keep in mind that these activities are nearly everywhere!
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2010 AL Cy Young Award CandidatesWith a little more than two weeks until the 2010 AL Cy Young Award winner is announced, let's take a look at the top candidates for the award.
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Prelude to Jazz: My Experience with Getting into JazzThis article is more of a blog than an article, as it quickly explains how I become interested in jazz music.
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America's team: A brief history of the Dallas CowboysA quick overview on the history of the Dallas Cowboys, broken down decade-by-decade.
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The best Minor League Baseball team namesTired of the same old mascot names? These minor league baseball teams shake it up a bit and compile Part 1 of 2 in the "Best Minor League Baseball Team Names" series. -
Review of Dr. Pepper Ballpark in Frisco, TexasThis article is a review of Dr. Pepper Ballpark, home of the Frisco Roughriders in Frisco, Texas.
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2010 ALCS: Why the Texas Rangers Will Beat the New York YankeesAs a 19 year old Ranger fan, I've never been more excited for any series ever. Here's my 10 reasons why the Texas Rangers will move on to the 2010 World Series by defeating the New York Yankees. -
Letter to the Editor: Public Administration Class ProjectThis is a fake letter to the editor I had to turn in for a class assignment. Keep in mind that I'm far from a political expert, and that this was only used for a class project.
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Is the 2010 NL MVP Race the Closest Ever?The MLB playoffs are drawing closer, but these three candidates still have the NL MVP award within their reach.
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2010 AL MVP Race Down to Two Real CandidatesAs the MLB season winds down there's still plenty to play for. The 2010 AL MVP is one of those awards. -
Movie review: "The Sandlot"The Sandlot is a fun movie for parents and kids alike, and portrays the perfect American childhood.
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2010 NL Rookie of the Year Race Nearing an EndWith the 2010 MLB season nearing an end, the NL Rookie of the Year is taking shape. Who will be crowned NL Rookie of the Year? -
A Review of Rooney's EurekaThree years after releasing their Calling the World CD, Rooney's third album titled Eureka finally hits the shelves. How does the album grade out?
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University of North Texas sports traditionsThe University of North Texas is a school set deep in tradition. What traditions does the university have, and how did the Mean Green get to these traditions?
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2010 AL Rookie of the Year Race Heats UpAs the 2010 MLB season winds down, the Rookie of the Year candidates are shaping up. Who's leading in the AL?
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Weirdest Texas High School Mascots, Part 3The third (and final) part to the continuing series of weirdest mascots in Texas high schools. What schools made the final cut?
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Best Beards in the NFLWith kickoff right around the corner, how about we celebrate the real men of the NFL -- the men with the real beards.
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Abilene (Texas) Faces Tough Non-District Schedule, Looks for Back-to-Back State TitlesAbilene High (Texas) has one of the most difficult schedules in the nation for the 2010 season, but will look to capture back-to-back titles for the first time since '54-'56.
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Ballpark Reviews: Minute Maid Park in HoustonA review of Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas based on personal visits to the stadium.
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Tips for New Students Getting Adjusted to CollegeSome tips for getting adjusted to college.
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Denton Guyer Looks for Third Straight Texas State Playoff Appearance in 2010Denton Guyer looks poised to make another deep playoff run, but will have to rely on an experienced and talented group of seniors after moving up from 4A to 5A.
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Weirdest Texas High School Mascots, Part TwoAs promised a month ago, here they are! 10 more of the weirdest high school mascots in Texas.
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5 Baseball Records that Will Never Be BrokenBaseball prides itself on stats, and with those stats come records. Here are 5 career-long baseball records that will never be broken.
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Longest Rivalries in Texas High School FootballA quick and interesting look at some of the longest running rivalries in Texas high school football. Part two coming soon!
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Shin SplintsA very short story tying in some song titles from a great band, The Shins.
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NCAA Football 11 PS3 ReviewEA Sports popular college football video game is back for the 2010 season. How does this year's version compare to past versions?
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Can the Texas Rangers Contend for the AL West Pennant?Can the Texas Rangers challenge for the 2010 AL West title? Or will the Texas heat wear them down? Here's my personal take on the possibilities.
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Purple HaikuPurple haiku for the Yahoo! contest.
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2010 NBA Draft Winners and LosersAn in depth look at some winners and losers from the 2010 NBA Draft.
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2010 NBA Draft Breakdown: Evan TurnerEvan Turner, the reigning John Wooden Player of the year recipient, looks to the 2010 NBA Draft to see what his NBA future will hold. Here's a breakdown of Evan Turner's strengths and weaknesses.
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The Best Beards in Sports: World Cup EditionAs promised, a new edition of the best bearded athletes. This time though, the list only contains World Cup soccer players.
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Weirdest Texas High School MascotsIn a state as big as Texas, it's no surprise that there are some strange mascot names. Here are the 10 weirdest Texas high school mascot names.
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Vuvuzela Popular at 2010 World CupThat sound you're hearing in the 2010 World Cup is the vuvuzela. What exactly is the vuvuzela? Why is the vuvuzela so popular? Is the vuvuzela annoying?
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Why the 2010 Sports Summer Could Be the Best EverThe summer of 2010 is one we could be talking about for a long time, and it's just getting started. Why I think this could be the best summer for sports in our lifetime.
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Landon Donovan: A 2010 World Cup ProfileLandon Donovan is one of the United States best and most important players for the 2010 World Cup. Included in this article is a profile of the man nicknamed "Landycakes", and just how important he is to America's success.
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Top 5 MLB Plays that Would Have Benefited from ReplaySince the blown call that kept Armando Galarraga from throwing what would have been the 21st perfect game in MLB history, the MLB replay argument has picked up steam. Here are five other famous calls that could have used replay.
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5 Infamous Celebrations Ending in InjurySometimes celebrations are just too much to handle. Here are five of the most infamous celebrations ending in injury.
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My Personal Thoughts on the Late, Great John WoodenIn sports, the term "legend" is used too often. On June 4th, 2010 with the passing of John Wooden, the world lost a true legend -- my personal thoughts on John Wooden.
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Ken Griffey Jr Announces RetirementOn June 2nd, 2010, Ken Griffey Jr annouced his retirement from the game of baseball at the age of 40 and 21 seasons of MLB service. His retirement could possible mark the end of an era.
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A 6th Grade Essay Revisited, Vol 2: The Travels of D8637254LHere's an essay from 6th grade I found the other day, and this was one I was extremely proud of way back then. It was a creative writing prompt over a fictional dollar bill and his travels.
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A 6th Grade Essay Revisited: What the Future HoldsWhile digging through my old computer the other day, I stumbled upon some old essays I wrote way back in 6th grade. Here's one I wrote about how I would have liked my future to look when I was young.
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New York/New Jersey Wins Super Bowl Bid for 2014On May 25th, NFL owners elected to have Super Bowl XLVIII in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This article will explain why I believe this is a good move on the part of the NFL.
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The Best Beards in Sports, Part 1Part 1 in a series titled The Best Beards in Sports. Which bearded athletes made the list?
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NBA Western Conference Finals 2010: L.A. Lakers vs. Phoenix SunsThe No. 1 seeded Los Angeles Lakers will face off against the No. 3 seeded Phoenix Suns starting May 17th. Who will win the series and advance to the NBA Finals? An article analyzing each team's weaknesses and match ups.
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Dallas Braden Throws Perfect Game, Quiets Alex RodriguezJust a few weeks after Alex Rodriguez and Dallas Braden's verbal sparring match, Braden stuns Rodriguez and the baseball world by throwing the 19th perfect game in MLB history.
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2010 Fantasy Baseball: First Month Surprises2010 fantasy baseball is in full swing! Who are the 2010 fantasy baseball surprise so far in the season?
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The Biggest NBA Draft Busts of All TimeThe biggest busts in NBA draft history. Included are the worst picks all leading up to the "All-Time Worst Draft Team".
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Best 2010 NBA Draft ProspectsThe best prospects for the 2010 NBA Draft.
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Review of the Texas Women's University Pioneer Golf Course in Denton, TxLooking for a cheap round of golf in or around Denton, Texas? Here's a quick review of the Texas Women's University golf course.
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Ballpark Reviews: The Ballpark in ArlingtonHere's a review of the Ballpark in Arlington, home to the Texas Rangers. This review will be the first of many ballpark reviews to come.
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One of Baseball's Hidden Treasures: The Mysterious Eephus PitchThe eephus pitch may well be one of the rarest and strangest pitches in all of baseball. But what exactly is the eephus, and what does it do?
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Romantic Dinner Spots in Denton, TexasDenton, Texas is filled with romantic dinner spots for you and your lover to enjoy. This article explores just a few of the best options Denton has to offer.
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2010 NFL Draft Winners and LosersAn in-depth look at some winners and losers from the 2010 NFL Draft.
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2010 NFL Draft Day 1 Winners, Losers and SurprisesDay 1 of the highly anticipated 2010 NFL Draft is in the books. Included are the teams that had the best 1st round, the teams with the worst 1st round, and surprise picks.
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NCAA Tournament Expansion Almost CertainWhether you like it or not, it looks like the NCAA Tournament will be expanding. But how large will this expansion be, and what does it mean for the NCAA?
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Top Sports Accounts on TwitterEver wondered "What are some good sports accounts to follow on Twitter?" Look no further!
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3 of the Best College Towns for RetirementAn insight to three of the best college towns for retirement, taking into account a couple of different factors.
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10 Best Songs About TexasIt was hard to narrow down to only ten, but nevertheless, the ten best songs about Texas.
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The Wonderful Knuckleball: The History, Science, and People Behind the PitchThe knuckleball is baseball's most fabled pitch. Check out a brief history of the pitch, along with some physics, a "how to" guide, and some great quotes about the pitch.
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Who Should the Rams Take in the 2010 NFL Draft?Come April 22, the St. Louis Rams are going to be confronted with the biggest decision their front office will have to make in a very long time. Just who should they take number one overall?
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2010 World Cup PredictionsThe World Cup is always a highly anticipated event, and the 2010 World Cup is no different. How is your favorite team predicted to do?
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South Africa 2010 World Cup Team ProfileSouth Africa is the host nation for the 2010 World Cup. How will they fare in the upcoming tournament? Included is a brief analysis of the team, key players, stats, and some quick facts about the Rep. of South Africa.
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Top Genre-Breaking Cover SongsCover songs usually either a great rendition, or an atrocious fail. However, if you're looking for some great cover songs that break the confines of their genre, you're in the right spot.
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Best Burgers in Denton, TxA list of the top three places in Denton, Texas to enjoy some great hamburgers.
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2010 Masters Preview and PredictionsFor the casual golf fan, the Masters is basically the start of golf season. How will this year's field play out amongst all the hype?
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Where to Watch the 2010 World Cup in Denton, TexasLooking for a place to watch the 2010 World Cup in Denton, Texas? Look no further! Here's a brief look at the three best places to watch in Denton.
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Best Songs for Road TripsNeeding some song ideas for your next road trip? Included is a collection of 10 songs you'll be sure to enjoy.
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Top 10 Songs by the KillersThe Killers have released 3 studio albums to date, and have enjoyed great commercial success in the past few years. Did your favorite Killers song make the top 10 cut?
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Date Spots in Denton, TexasLooking for a place to take your first date in Denton, Texas? Here's a preview of three wonderful spots to help you win your date's heart.
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Starting College: The University of North TexasStarting college is one of the most anxious things you'll ever experience. Follow these steps to get the most out of the beginning of your college experience. Specifically tailored for the University of North Texas.
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Top 10 Graduation Songs for 2010Graduation Day is one of the biggest days of your life, whether you're a middle school, high school, or college graduate. Here's 10 songs to give you an idea for a graduating song.
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Top 10 MLB Prospects to Watch ForProspects are always a hot commodity in baseball, whether it is on the trading front, or the future of the club. Here are 10 prospect's names we could be hearing about in the next few years.
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NCAA Tournament's First Two Rounds Filled with SurprisesThe NCAA Tournament's first two rounds left both teams and fans in awe. What can we expect from the remaining underdog teams in the coming rounds?
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MLB the Show '10 ReviewMLB The Show '10 is the 5th installment into Sony's Major League Baseball licensed video game series. Is this year's version a home-run, or a weak ground out?
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NCAA Tournament First Round Matchup: Running DiaryAs a student at the University of North Texas, I decided to keep a running diary of their 1st round match-up versus Kansas State. Although the game didn't turn out like I hoped, the article was fun to write.
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Texas Rangers 2010 Baseball Season PreviewThe Texas Rangers impressed Major League Baseball audiences during the 2009 season finishing with a much better record than most expected. What will the 2010 season have in store for the Texas Rangers?
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North Texas Basketball - from the Eyes of a StudentIncluded are recent events for UNT's basketball team, the team's notable players, my personal experiences with the team, and my humble predictions for their NCAA Tournament run. All from the eyes of a current student.
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NCAA Selection Sunday 2010 LoomsSelection Sunday is perhaps one of the biggest days in college sports. Included in this report are possible tournament sleepers, tournament snubs, and teams that could possible under-perform.
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2010 WAC Conference Tournament PreviewThe 2010 WAC Conference Tournament will prove which team is worthy of a post-season NCAA bid. Included are individual game match-ups, players to watch, and predictions as to who will be crowned champion of the WAC.
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2010 Sun Belt Conference Tournament RecapHere's a recap of the 2010 Sun Belt Tournament, with individual game analysis and commentary. Also included are the all-tournament selections.
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North Texas Defeats Louisiana-Monroe to Advance to SemisThe North Texas basketball team struggled with a poor first half, but the Mean Green regained their composure in the second half to squeak by Louisiana-Monroe and advance to the conference semis.
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MEAC Conference Tournament 2010Here's a quick rundown of the MEAC conference tournament. Included are individual game matchups, possible upset alerts, and game predictions.
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North Texas Basketball Team Clinches Sun Belt West Division with WinThe Mean Green basketball team finishes their season 21-8, and comes into the Sun Belt Conference tournament riding a strong 8 game win streak. The win puts North Texas in the number 2 spot for the conference tournament.
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Top 10 Songs of the 1980sHere's a top 10 list of '80s songs to help you beef up that music library of yours.