T*W*I*S: Why Buckeye Football Coach Jim Tressel Screwed Up

Pressure.  That’s what paralyzed and kept Ohio State head football coach, Jim Tressel, from coming forward last April with information about two of his prized players having sold memorabilia to a Columbus, Ohio, pawn shop owner.  In failing to comply with NCAA rules, Coach Tressel proved that even guys that wear sweater vests will compromise their principles in exchange … Read more

Michigan Athlete’s Last Play One for the Ages

Lessons Have Been Learned from the 16-year-old Wes Leonard Don’t we all wish we could go out like Fennville (Mich) High School athlete Wes Leonard exited this world?  With his team’s undefeated season on the line in overtime, Wes drove the lane and put up the winning shot with thirty seconds remaining.  As his team … Read more

NSR 2000 Alum, Sara McLarty, Is World-Class Tri-Athlete

Shot at London Olympics Within Reach for Former Gator The breakthrough comes for athletes at different times.  For years, some toil in obscurity and struggle to maintain their motivation while results just don’t show.  Former NSR swimming prospect, Sara McLarty, wasn’t getting down about her progress as a world-class triathlete in 2010. But still, as … Read more

T*W*I*S: BYU Stands Its Honor Ground As Chances of an NCAA Tournament Top Seed Slip Away

Brigham Young University’s basketball program was knocked for an unexpected loop this week when it suspended third leading scorer and top rebounder, sophomore Brandon Davies for an unspecified Honor Code infraction.  The 6’9″ forward was the inside presence the Cougars relied upon to complement Player of the Year candidate Jimmer Fredette’s frenetic playing style.  As the team neared … Read more