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Scott Eckl:

Cornell University

No “Mo” Rivera This Season

At 42 years young, Mariano Rivera has nothing to prove; he has done everything, and yet, despite crippling injuries, is compelled to play again. That is the sign of a true legend.


Mia Galuppo:

USC

Giving Up the Internet: The Paul Miller Story

In this age of hyper-connectedness — simultaneously accompanied by an age of social ineptitude — is there a way to live without that sticky World Wide Web? Well, Paul Miller is attempting to do just that.



Paul Franke:

University of Michigan

Quick vs. Elliot: The Hero vs. The Blame

While LA Kings' goalie Jonathan Quick became a hero at the Staples Center on Sunday, St. Louis goalie Brian Elliott rode out his goaltending woes to a delirious crowd. But only time will tell whether the Kings can continue the march to their first Stanley Cup.


Greg Stelmach:

Delaware Valley College

Taking Off the Rose-tinted Glasses

Big injuries, whether caused by awkward landings or tragically-located fire extinguishers, have shaken up the NBA playoff picture, especially in the Eastern Conference. Here's what to expect in future games.


Albert Liao:

Cornell University

Power Ranking the NBA Playoffs

Ah…can you smell that? It’s the unmistakable scent of the blood, sweat and tears associated with playoff basketball. The time when teams stop coasting, legends are made and LeBron James collapses. Here's a complete breakdown of the teams involved.

Sports and Culture

Embrace Your Inner Photo-nerd — Camera Apps to Check Out

These days, everyone and their smart-phone wielding grandmother snap and share their artfully shot photos through Instagram. Here’s a secret though, other (better) camera apps do, in fact, exist. Here are three others to check out.

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Finally a Playoff System for the BCS?

The time has finally come when the powers that be in the college football world have devised a playoff system to determine the national champion. NextGen's Scott Eckl reports on the upcoming changes to BCS football.


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Dress Like an Olympian: Ralph Lauren’s Team USA Uniform

This summer, athletics and fashion join forces once again. When the United States’ top athletes march out at the opening ceremonies in London, they will be looking as sharp as ever in uniforms designed by the king of American fashion, Mr. Ralph Lauren.


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Style Inspiration From The World’s Most Fashionable Pinners

Pinterest is taking over the fashion world, providing inspiration for countless young fashionistas. Designers, magazines, department stores, and up and coming stylists are taking to Pinterest as a place to show their styles. Check out some of the best Pinners to follow.


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NFL Draft Preview — Will New Rules Ring Successful for Rookies?

Prior to 2011, quarterback Andrew Luck from Stanford, would be assured a lucrative contract probably worth around $70 million with at least $50 million guaranteed in the draft on Thursday. But now athletes straight out of college will not be earning anywhere close to that.

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Kuchar Grabs Golf's Biggest Paycheck

After 14 years on tour, it appears Matt Kuchar has finally arrived.


NBC Comedy Recap

Grantland’s Andy Greenwald wraps up the the regular television season of NBC sitcoms.


Why Has Timeline Become the Enemy?

While Facebook has been abuzz with nothing but complaints over its ongoing transition to Timeline, does anyone really know why we hate it so much?


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