Behind 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…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Cheating — Even in the Little League
It is not unusual for me to spout off to anyone who will listen about the value of athletics. I like to point out that you learn to be a part of a team; you learn to sacrifice your time for the greater good; you learn that hard work and dedication leads to success; you…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: EPC – Life Isn’t Fair
This past Saturday, The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference ended its first regular season of basketball. And to the delight of the fans, the final weekend was loaded with games that had significant meaning for more than half the teams involved. Four teams were fighting for two playoff spots and others were battling for home court advantage…
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