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Two more upsets at Wimbledon on Friday

Posted on June 27, 2014 by susan

Two more upsets at Wimbledon on Friday…#2 Li Na went out in two tie break sets to 20 year old Czech player Strycova and #6 Berdych was ousted in three sets by M. Cilic, 7-6, 6-4, 7-6 (this one finished … Continue reading →

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Wednesday, and what a wonderful day it would be…

Posted on June 18, 2014 by susan

Wednesday here, and what a wonderful day it would be..if…I were in southern California? Or, if Roger Federer wins Wimbledon for Grand Slam #18, (his best shot perhaps) which gets underway next Monday, June 23rd, or if Team USA can … Continue reading →

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San Antonio Spurs..2014 NBA Champions!

Posted on June 16, 2014 by susan

The San Antonio Spurs are the 2014 NBA Champions (for the fifth time in fifteen years)! Congrats to the Spurs…they are the epitome of a “team”, with class and humility, not to mention tremendous talent. They suffered a horrible blow … Continue reading →

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How about those Spurs!

Posted on June 13, 2014 by susan

How about those Spurs!! San Antonio ran away from the Heat in Miami (again) last night winning game four, 107-86. They led at the half, 55-36 after leading earlier, 53-23! Can we say Champions?? OK, calm down, maybe a bit … Continue reading →

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What a performance by the Spurs!

Posted on June 11, 2014 by susan

What a performance by the Spurs last night in Miami in game three of the NBA finals, defeating the Heat 111-92. The Spurs scored 41 points in the first period and it was a “team” effort the entire game. Tony … Continue reading →

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Tennis rankings and more!

Posted on June 10, 2014 by susan

New tennis rankings came out on Monday (6/9) and a few changes…Men’s top ten: 1. Rafael Nadal, 2. Novak Djokovic (Nole could have become #1 with a win in the final at the French Open), 3. Stan Wawrinka (held onto … Continue reading →

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Federer loses in 4th round at French Open…not the Sunday wakeup call I wanted!

Posted on June 1, 2014 by susan

Roger Federer lost to E. Gulbis in the fourth round of the French Open today, 7-6, 6-7, 2-6, 6-4, 3-6 and it was NOT the Sunday wake up call I was hoping for! Gee…anyhow…have to hand it to Gulbis (not … 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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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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Mr. Federer to serve..not at Madrid Open! (Twin boys for Fed!)

Posted on May 6, 2014 by susan

“Mr. Federer to serve” will not be music to our ears at the Madrid Open! Bummer! Roger announced yesterday that he was withdrawing from the tournament to spend time with the family as he and Mirka await the birth of … Continue reading →

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