John Figaro
Award winning writer, screenwriter with a penchant for socially moving contemporary stories, characters and matters of the heart and mind.
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A graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas College, Writer, Producer, Screenwriter.Interests
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Meet Script PipelineA discussion with Chad Clough of Script Pipeline on how his company help writers get their work produced by the major studios.
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You're Out: Hitters with 400 Career Home Runs Not in the Hall of FameA look at some great baseball players who can't get into the Hall of Fame even with 400 plus home runs on their resume. -
Rafael Nadal and Tennis' Great Clay Court KingsA look at the greatest men's clay court tennis players in the open era.
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Best South American tennis players in the Open eraSouth America is not only soccer, check out the major tennis champions they've produced.
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Tennis Hall of Famers who barely missed a career grand slamA look at the nine tennis Hall of Famers who came to within three wins or less for the elusive career grand slam.
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Tennis' one-slam wondersA look at the unique list of tennis players who managed to win just one Grand Slam in their career.Also published on:
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Fan outlook: MLB records to be broken in 2011A look at baseball records and milestones that may be broken in 2011.Also published on:
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Serena Williams and other tennis medical scaresA look at tennis players who were hit by major unforseen mediacal crisis.Also published on:
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The Screenwriter's Best FriendSelling that first script is a very hard proposition for the aspiring screenwiter; Matt Misetich outlines tips that will help guide your toward your first big break. -
Players joining Derek Jeter in the 3,000 hits clubA look at seven other players who will eventually join Derek Jeter in the exclusive baseball 3,000 hits club.
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Best American tennis players without a Grand Slam titleA look at the great American players who missed winning a title at either Wimbledon, French, Australian and the US Open.
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The best French male tennis players in the open eraA Look a the best French Players and their accomplishments in the open era.
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The Best French Women Tennis Players in the Open EraA look at French Tennis Players and their Impact on Women's TennisAlso published on:
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Lebron James Vs Michael JordanA comparison of the first seven years in the careers of Michael Jordan and Lebron James.
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Famous British tennis players in the Open eraA look at the British tennis players who've failed to keep the Wimbledon crown home.
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Forgotten Australian Open men's championsA look at the forgotten men's champions at the Australian Open Tennis Championships.
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Forgotten Australian Open women championsA look at former champions and finalists at the Australian Open that time has forgotten.
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USA Mostly Absent on ATP and WTA RankingsA look at the absence of American players on the ATP and WTA tours
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Eight Reasons Why Bert Blyleven Does Not Belong in the Hall of FameBert was a good pitcher with good numbers, but analysis of his career statistics reveal that he's not Hall of Fame caliber.
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The Problem with Rafael NadalA look at Rafael Nadal's attempt to make tennis history in 2011.
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6 Reasons Why UConn Women Should Get NIT BidThe reasons why the best college basketball team of all-time should get an invite and play the NIT tournament.
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The best running quarterbacks of all timeA look at the 10 best running quarterbacks who best used their arm and feet.
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Top 5 baseball moments in 2010The most memorable baseball events in 2010.
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Five reasons Felix Hernandez does not deserve the Cy YoungFelix Hernandez is the lowest winning Cy Young Award winner, a closer look indicates that perhaps the voters got it wrong.
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Did Halep's breast reduction help her tennis career?A look at professional tennis player Simona Halep's results on the WTA tennis tour before and after her breast reduction surgery.
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Give Back the Bush Tax CutsA new movement inspired by millionaires who say no to the Bush tax cuts
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Best and worst of Cy Young Award winnersA look at past winners and tidbits from the Cy Young Award
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Best and worst baseball MVP Award winnersThe best and worst winners along with tidbits from the Most Valuable Player Award.
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Famous sports scapegoatsThe Consequences, back story and how some scapegoats handled their misfortunes.
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Top 5 all-time women's college basketball teamsA look at the greatest Women's NCAA College Basketball teams, their players and schools.
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Walking on SunshineAn interview with Katrina and the Waves founder, lead guitarist and principal songwriter, Kimberley Rew. -
The top 5 men's college basketball teams everA look at the best College Basketball teams of all-time
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The history of the New York JetsA look at the beginning, adventures, disappointments and glory days of my favorite football team, the New York Jets.
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World Series walk-offsA look at all the players since 1903 to end and win the World Series with one hit.
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Teams without a World Series titleA summary and historical look at the teams who have not won and or played in the World Series.
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How to enter the New York City MarathonHow to avoid being one of the thousands of runners who are turned away every year from running the New York City Marathon.
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The best men tennis players of the Open eraA ranking system that eliminates subjectivity and looks at the two hardest feats of tennis and how often the players accomplish them.
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Why Golf Needs Tiger WoodsSex sells! The media loves gory details, but Tiger is one individual who sells more when he's winning. He proves that there is such a thing as bad publicity.
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How Are Movies Produced?Read about how Chad Clough produced the Jessie Einsenberg movie, "The Living Wake". -
Where Are the Hall of Fame Cities?We've heard of the baseball of Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, or the football Hall of Fame in Canton, but what about the Hockey or the Boxing Halls of Fame? Follow us for a grand tour.
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Who is Tommy John? - Meet the Man Behind Tommy John SurgeryHis injury and subsequent medical bravery has changed the sporting landscape. -
How to Keep Terrell Owens Happy: Let T.O. Be T.O.A look at Terrell Owens's life and career exploits, what he needs to succeed and what we need to do to enjoy his talent.
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A day at Angel StadiumA personal recount of a day at Angel stadium, including directions, ticket prices, parking, amenities and more. -
A Second Act on Life: Tennis Teacher Moves on to ScreenwritingMy name is John Figaro. I'm 49 years old, and after a 25 year tennis teaching career, I changed my path to what I'd been promising myself all my life to someday do. -
The top five teams in Little League World Series historyA countdown of the best 5 teams of the Little League World Series and their featured players.
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Sporting Events We All Know and LoveEvery year we look forward, participate or hear about these great sporting events.
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Toughest Single Season Baseball FeatsBaseball is about records and statistics, the following are the hardest records and statistics to match in a single season.
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Alex Rodriguez Needs to Pay His SharePrior to 1975 baseball salaries were dictated by the owners. Meet the man who's fight paved the way for the modern day million dollar players.
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Time to End Interleague BaseballThe ghosts of baseball greats and purists everywhere will have a fun day at the ballpark, when MLB puts an end to Interleague baseball
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Sports Rules that Should Be ChangedA list of sports rules for the betterment of sporting enjoyment.
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The Whiff Kings of Baseball: Baseball Players Who Mastered the Art of Striking OutA swing and a miss and strike three followed these players like a shadow, yet they were good enough to be all-stars and hall of famers.
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Forgotten Siblings of Baseball Hall of FamersThey share their hall of fame brother's last name, but not the stats.
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The Most Embarassing Sports ErrorsIn sports a player can make an error and still look good, but not all errors are created equal.
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The Coloful and Cultural Aspects of the French OpenA list of the many reasons why the French Open is the premier clay court tennis tournament in the world.
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The 5 Greatest World Cup Goals of All TimeWorld Cup goals have the power to at times move nations, the world and reshape history. -
John McEnroe: the Greatest Tennis Player of All TimeJohn McEnroe is perhaps the most eclectic professional tennis player in the history of the sport. Catch a quick glimpse at his legendary antics on and off the tennis court.
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A Visit to Nyack, NY on Your First DateNyack has many cool places that you've known, use and appreciate for decades. You can use this knowledge to have a great time on your first date. -
Top 10 Songs to Celebrate Earth DayEarth day is celebrated on April 22nd, but is lived everyday. -
The Food Industry has a Weighty Little SecretWhy we overeat and can't stop consuming more food than we need.
