The SportsTalk Shop: “Districts & Regionals” Video Recaps
Last week here at the “SportsTalk Shop,” I examined the top stories, teams and individuals involved in this year’s District XI boys and girls basketball tournament. As always, the RCN crew did their usual outstanding job, bringing all the sights and sounds of the local playoffs to our viewers–their schedules stretched to the limit to…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: HS Hoops – District XI Recaps
It was another fun (and extremely hectic) District XI playoff season for us at RCN-TV. A huge “THANK YOU” to all the representatives of the district, the athletic directors, coaches, statisticians (especially Bob & Pat Whirl!) and everyone involved in the tournament. The playoffs were not without their share of exciting moments, a few upsets…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: It Is Time
It is time! And this is a double entendre. It is time to introduce a play clock in Pennsylvania high school basketball. In other words, it is time for time! There are currently eight states that use the shot clock in high school. They are California, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, North Dakota, South Dakota, Rhode…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Recruiting – At Its Worst
The word “recruiting” in high school sports is certainly a derogatory term. Schools who feel victimized believe another institution has invaded their territory to grab one of their finest athletes in order to make their own team stronger. Both public and private schools have been accused of “recruiting”. Private schools can be a bit more…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: HS Basketball Playoffs (Part 2)
Recently here at the “SportsTalk Shop,” we brought you highlights and insights on the larger Lehigh Valley basketball teams in this winter’s playoffs. This week we look at some of the smaller schools, and a few of the girls teams that I had a chance to catch-up with over the last few weeks. Like most…
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