Author: Cliff Barnes
Kentucky Derby evolves from 90 minutes to 5 hours for NBC
When Rob Hyland worked his first Kentucky Derby for NBC in 2001, it was a 90-minute show with a handful reporters and only one race —…
Durham Bulls celebrate Star Wars, nurses in weekend games
The Durham Bulls Athletic Park is hosting a load of family-fun events this weekend, featuring food trucks, nurses appreciation and Kids Run the Bases. …read more…
Start your wagers: NASCAR data deal could lead to more bets
NASCAR is making its first big play in the world of expanded legal sports betting, hoping a sports data partnership will lead to gamblers being able…
With ‘a coach’s heart,’ Tina El-Amoor brings experience from Palestinian national team back to Cleveland
As one of the key players for the Cleveland Rams girls’ soccer team, Tina El-Amoor is not your average high school soccer player. The junior just…
Cam Newton shares first thoughts on Panthers drafting QB Will Grier
When the Carolina Panthers drafted Will Grier with the 100th overall pick last week, it caused a bit of a stir throughout the fan base and…
Women’s players hope NHL steps in to create new league
Meghan Duggan need only look around sports to get excited about what an NHL-run women’s hockey league might look like. …read more Source:: WRAL
Joel Embiid, 76ers rout Raptors to take 2-1 series lead
Joel Embiid had knocked the air out of Toronto by the time he punctuated a Game 3 victory with a windmill dunk. Embiid sprinted down the…
Who will the Panthers add to the Hall of Honor? Steve Smith? Julius Peppers?
Now in their 25th season, the Carolina Panthers have seen several players worthy of immortal recognition. While their Hall of Honor currently only contains one former…
