Behind the Mic: Drew Reed and “Opportunity”
Drew Reed and “Opportunity” Good writers often refer to clichés as “unoriginal thoughts”. Allow me to illustrate. The scenario: The starting quarterback suffers a concussion and cannot return to action. The backup quarterback performs adequately, but not up to the standards set by the head coach. The head coach makes a change. His next…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: The Shop’s New Wrinkle
The Shop’s New Wrinkle One of the major driving forces behind the RCN SportsTalk show and this blog is highlighting the tremendous accomplishments of athletes, coaches and administrators in the RCN viewing area. Each season we try to spotlight different teams, schools and sports. We’re always looking for ideas and suggestions to better honor…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: ANTI-Poll Small Schools Regular Season Wrap
ANTI-Poll Small Schools Regular Season Wrap Last week, we broke down the playoff possibilities and reviewed the regular season performances for the larger schools in the Lehigh Valley. This week, we’ll examine the Class A, 2A and 3A teams in the RCN coverage area. PIUS X – The Royals have once again battled a…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: PBS – “League of Denial”
PBS – “League of Denial” Brett Favre said this week that he is suffering memory loss. He was sacked in the NFL a record 525 times. Brett Favre has now become the most high-profile football player to put the spotlight on head injuries in the NFL. I love football. I have played it, coached…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: FB Anti-Poll: Big School/Playoff Picture
FB Anti-Poll: Big School/Playoff Picture We’re closing in on the home stretch of the high school football “first season”. The regular season wraps on November 2nd with the all-important playoffs on the horizon. Here’s a playoff outlook for the 4-A schools in the Lehigh Valley region. EASTON — The Rovers have two big ball…
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