Category Archives: basketball

Heat back to NBA finals, golf and tennis

Posted on May 31, 2014 by susan

The Miami Heat are back in the NBA finals for the fourth year in a row, seeking a three peat (please, NO!) after defeating the Pacers last night in Miami, 117-89. It was never really close and the big three, … Continue reading →

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And another one bites the dust (clay)!

Posted on May 30, 2014 by susan

And another one bites the dust (clay) at Roland Garros. World #3 A. Radwanska went out today in straight sets (I am not even going to attempt to spell the name of the lady who defeated her!). So, #1, #2, … Continue reading →

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Tennis, Golf, NBA on Thursday

Posted on May 30, 2014 by susan

Tennis, Golf, and NBA news on Thursday. Here it is in a nutshell…it is called KISS or Keep it Simple (Susan, stupid, or ?). Anyhow…Memorial Golf Tournament got underway today in the house that Jack built, otherwise known as Murfield … Continue reading →

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Something in the water in Paris?

Posted on May 28, 2014 by susan

Wow, is there something in the water in Paris? There is certainly the steady drizzle of rain, at least on and off in this first week of action. Also, there are upsets galore! Today, a huge one, #1 Serena Williams … Continue reading →

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Li Na latest upset victim at French Open

Posted on May 27, 2014 by susan

World #2 Li Na became the latest upset victim at the rain plagued French Open. Na, winner of the Australian Open, became the second Aussie title holder to fall, Stan Wawrinka being the first yesterday on the men’s side. Na … Continue reading →

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Day one at the French Open and more

Posted on May 25, 2014 by susan

Day one at the French Open has come to an end and the “usual suspects” that were in action today all “did their thing”. Serena Williams won in two very easy sets over French competitor A. Lim (who apparently participates … Continue reading →

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French Open preview!

Posted on May 24, 2014 by susan

Here it is as promised…my French Open preview. The second Grand Slam tournament of 2014 gets underway tomorrow from Roland Garros. So, is Rafael Nadal still the overwhelming favorite on his beloved red clay? I think no…not the overwhelming favorite … Continue reading →

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Thursday…French Open preview coming soon I promise!

Posted on May 23, 2014 by susan

It is Thursday and coming soon…I promise my French Open preview which gets underway this Sunday, 5/25/14. Memorial Day weekend in USA! Anyhow…I have A/C once again at long last! Has been a two and a half week ordeal to … Continue reading →

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Sports, Pop Culture and Survivng “Paradise”

Posted on May 21, 2014 by susan

Sports, Pop Culture and Surviving “Paradise” on Wednesday, 5/21/14!! But first, let’s hear it for hero cat “Tara” who saved a four year little boy under attack in his driveway from a raging dog…check it out on YouTube and ESPN. … Continue reading →

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It is Djokovic and Serena from Rome!!

Posted on May 18, 2014 by susan

Novak Djokovic derailed the “King of Clay”, Rafael Nadal today in the men’s final from Rome, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. On the women’s side…the result was as expected, Serena Williams took care of the home town girl, Sara Errani in straight … Continue reading →