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NASCAR Accidents

I wonder how many people watch Nascar just for the accidents?

A little research into the top searches for Nascar reveals a large majority of searches revolve around Nascar crashes.

Since the Michael McDowell accident during qualifying last week at Texas Motor Speedway the traffic to view the video has been enormous. And the film has been on every major network and cable news program available.

Since Nascar has standardized their cars on the COT (Car of Tomorrow) platform the accidents seem to be going down and certainly the safety has gone up. Nascar safety was already a big concern, but since the loss of Dale Earnhardt, there have been major strides in improving the safety to a point where it is amazing what the driver can walk away from.

It’s such a shame we had to lose some great people like Earnhardt & Adam Petty before the technology was there to make racing as safe as it is today.

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April 7th, 2008 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)

Nascar Crash - Texas Motor Speedway

Yesterday Sprint Cup rookie driver Michael McDowell crashed during qualifying. This has to be the hardest hit I think I have seen. Obviously Nascar has come a long way since the crash that killed Dale Earnahrdt in their efforts to make racing safer.

McDowell walked away without an injury.

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April 5th, 2008 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)

March Madness

So much for my March Madness bracket, thanks to Duke losing to West Virginia in the second round.

Growing up in Texas and now living in Mississippi I know there are a lot of quality southern teams I should be rooting for, but, I have been a Duke fan for 20 years now and it is hard to not pick them each year.

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March 23rd, 2008 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)

Brett Favre Retires

After 17 years Brett Favre retires, no really. I hate to say it, but the first thing that comes to my mind is that I am old. I clearly remember when Brett Favre came into the NFL as an Atlanta Falcon. And think about that, after one year in Atlanta they traded Brett Favre to the Green Bay Packers for a 17th round pick, can you say OOPS.

Being a Dallas Cowboy fan it is pretty obvious that I am not a Green Bay Packer fan, however, if there is one guy I really respect in Pro sports, it is Brett Favre. He does not always make the perfect play, and he never seemed to be the ultimate example of a NFL Quarterback, but he always gets the job done.

With all the comparisons being made from Tony Romo to Brett Favre I can only hope they materialize. If Romo can be half the quarterback Favre was, we have something to look forward to.

Good luck Brett with whatever you do in the future, and thanks for all the exciting football you gave the fans!

We will certainly see you in the Football Hall of Fame real soon.

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March 4th, 2008 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)

Dallas Cowboys go 5-0

That had to be one of the strangest Monday Night Football games I can recall. Tony Romo tied a Cowboy record with 5 interceptions and they still won the game. I have seen a lot of press this morning on how the Cowboys should be 4-1 and don’t deserve that win, well I disagree.

Face the facts, the Cowboys (mainly Romo) had a terrible game, but what does it say for a Quarterback to throw 5 interceptions and still be able to play with any confidence. And for that matter for the coaching staff not to pull him from the game. Add to that the fact that the Buffalo Bills never hit the end zone on offense, the only way they scored was by Romo’s mistakes or Special Teams. And finally, Nick Folk not only hit a 53 yard field goal, he had to do it twice because of the last second timeout (good call) of the Bills.

The Dallas Cowboys deserve that win has much as any team could!



October 9th, 2007 — By David — Filed under: Football, Ramble On, Sports    Comments (0)

Interesting Sports Day

Yesterday, Saturday August 4th, 2007 was a very interesting day in sports.

Baseball - Barry Bonds hit # 755 to tie Hank Aaron’s career home run record, a record that a lot of people thought would stand for a lot longer time than it did.

Football - The NFL Hall of Fame inducted 7 new members. Michael Irvin, Thurman Thomas, Bruce Matthews, Gene Hickerson, Charlie Sanders and Roger Wehrli. The highlight had to be Michael Irvin’s speech. Michael seems to have realized the importance of God and family after a rocky end to his career and what he said will certainly be remembered as he spoke of his relationship with God. Look Up, Get Up and Don’t Give Up.

X Games - Ricky Carmichael brought a new level of awareness and showmanship to the games.

Nascar - Robby Gordon proved again, he can dish it, but he can’t take it. With his help, the Busch race in Montreal was marred by a confusing and ugly finish. He refused to take the black flag from Nascar and contends he won the race. Maybe it’s time for Robby bail on his not so stellar Nascar career.

search : Major League Baseball, NFL Football, X Games, Nascar



August 5th, 2007 — By David — Filed under: Football, Ramble On, Sports    Comments (1)

Tim Donaghy

ESPN has reported that the NBA referee under investigation for gambling on games and fixing the outcomes is Tim Donaghy. The fact that there is someone doing this does not surprise me, not sure why, but it doesn’t. I lost most interest in professional basketball a few years ago. With the exception of a few players the game just seems to have lost something.

I liken it to boxing, once a great sport that is now in trouble for several reasons.



July 20th, 2007 — By David — Filed under: News, Ramble On, Sports    Comments (0)

Dr. Bruce Kennedy dies in Cessna 310 crash

Dr. Bruce Kennedy, husband of International Speedway Corporation president Lesa France Kennedy was killed today in a Florida plane crash.

Lesa is the daughter of the late Bill France, Jr. and brother of current NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France.

According to reports Dr. Kennedy was attempting an emergency landing when his Cessna 310 crashed into a neighborhood, killing himself and 4 others.

Sources : Sporting News NASCAR Wire Service, AutoWeek



July 10th, 2007 — By David — Filed under: News, Ramble On, Sports    Comments (0)

Busy Times

I guess I have to admit I might be considered a redneck, a high tech redneck, but a redneck just the same. No I don’t hunt and fish, I don’t have a rebel flag, but, follow the trail.

Every year February is a little busy, Valentines Day on the 14th and my wifes birthday is just a few days later. So being the typical male it causes stress trying to be the thoughtful and giving soul I know I should be. Especially when the Daytona 500 is usually on the same weekend as it is this year.

My biggest concern today is that the Duel 150’s gets tapped accordingly so I can watch them tonight at my leisure. Now I have to decide how supportive I can be tonight watching Ice Skating with my girls. It’s their sport, it’s their time, but, the race is on…..

Then on Sunday I have my time set aside for Daytona. Yes I know, my wife and oldest daughter are leaving next Thursday for a skating competition, but, I ain’t missin’ my Nascar race. To tell the truth, I am married to the most appreciative and selfless women in the world. She will probably watch the race with me, especially since her man Martin Truex, Jr. is racing and her other man, Troy Aikman, now has a stake in the race.

Should be a busy but fun weekend !!

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February 16th, 2006 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)

Thanks WLBT and Jack Hobbs

I just wanted to give a big THANKS to WLBT and Jack Hobbs.

We were lucky enough to have WLBT in Jackson interview Danielle as part of their Morning program in preparation of the 2006 Winter Olympics. We did not know what to expect and Jack Hobbs did an outstanding job of making everyone feel at home in front of the camera.

Jack has a knack for having a little fun with his job and it makes it so easy for those who are not used to being in front of the camera. Danielle started out extremely nervous and quickly looked at ease. Jack asked questions and actually listened to the answers, he then used this information to put everything into perspective.

Your a class act Jack, Thanks !!

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February 10th, 2006 — By David — Filed under: Sports    Comments (0)
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