Current Events in the World of Sports

Patrick: All right, fellas, so we’re getting into that meaty part of the season, what with the World Series, the start of the NBA season, football— both pro and college—in full swing, hockey, etc. Actually, let me kick off with something on my mind. Over a recent weekend, I spotted on TV a celebrity bowling match. Nelly and Terrell Owens and a couple other guys were rocking it out. I noticed—and I’ve definitely noticed before—that elite sports players are dang near elite all over the board in numerous sports. In college, I recall the football players having as good a basketball game as the football game we already knew about. It tripped me out.

Donald: You’re right. I’ve seen some of them athletes in golf tournaments on TV as well. Charles Barkley be on there, as well as some other big-time celebrities. Michael Jordan…

Russ: I’ve seen Tony Romo of the Dallas Cowboys out there. Tom Brady, Stephen Curry. But, yeah, on a “real” sports note, I love the heck outta this time of the year. The baseball playoffs, then the World Series. The excitement this year is something completely different than anything I’ve witnessed in my time. I don’t know what it is, but teams aren’t afraid of any other team. No one’s afraid of the Yankees or the Dodgers or whoever—it’s just a let’s-playball-and-may-the-best-teamwin attitude.

John: You’re right, Russell. I was pretty sure I knew what was going to happen this year with baseball’s elite, but I was way wrong. Who would’ve thought the Philadelphia Phillies would take out the Atlanta Braves, or that the San Diego Padres would mow down the mighty Los Angeles Dodgers. I mean, wow. Definitely not me.

Russ: I’m glad. I always kinda want the team who isn’t supposed to win, to win. I mean, two wild card teams are in the National League finals to see which’ll get to the World Series. Didn’t need them to slaughter the favorites, which kinda-sorta was the case in the National League, but a good, hard fight is all right.

Donald: A poet and didn’t even know it!

Russ: Right! But, yeah, man, so many sports everywhere you look. Pro, college—everything.

John: And don’t forget about the Red River Classic between college football giants Texas and Oklahoma. Should be a good one.

Patrick: You’re right. Y’all know what else I’m looking forward to? Of course y’all won’t be shocked or anything.

John: Does it have anything to do with a net, follow-through, and something Kobe liked to do a lot?

Patrick: John, you’re stoopid, man. On a side note, I can’t wait until me and you get down to the basketball court. Me, you and Javier were supposed to get on a court and make the magic happen.

John: You mean Javier Jimenez? The vendor who just passed?

Patrick: Yep. 42-years old.

John: Yeah, that would have been cool.

Patrick: Luckily, the NBA is in the midst of kicking it off.

John: And, shoot, let’s not forget about all of the betting going on now. Sports everywhere, and opportunities to bet on everything!

Donald: Agreed. And though I ain’t betting on 'em, I can’t wait to see what our Bulls do this season. We have some solid pieces, especially our rookie guard Dalen Terry.

Russ: Dude’s really good, y’all.

Donald: Guard Lonzo Ball is temporarily out after arthroscopic surgery, so this could be my man’s opportunity.

Russ: It's on, folks!

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