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COLUMN: For fans and players’ sake, shorten the NBA playoffs
These days, the postseason is vastly different. Ever since he first round transitioned from a best-of-five series to a best-of-seven in 2003, some of the mystique has vanished as the eventual outcome has become somewhat predictable. Indeed,…
COLUMN: 10 wishes for 2019 sports
Looking back at 2018, I do so with a combination of disappointment and amazement. There were not only some disappointingly predictable outcomes but some really unforgettable moments and welcome surprises.
Recap of 2018: The best in sports
As 2018 draws to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on another year full of amazing moments in sports. Some teams and athletes celebrated a championship victory for the first time. Some overcame tremendous odds to make it to the top for…
LIST: 10 biggest ‘hawk-takes’ for the 2019 sporting season
With the end of 2018 quickly approaching, we look forward to 2019 in the sports world! Here are 10 of the biggest hot takes for the 2019 season.
Urban Meyer controversy highlights character issues in sports
Coaches are supposed to serve as positive role models to their athletes, teach them how to be great leaders, set a good example and hold themselves to those same high standards. Far too often, this responsibility gets lost on the coaches…
PODCAST: Urban Meyer, Serena Williams and Bill Belichick book
On this edition of Sports Talk, panelists discuss with moderator Joe Riley the Urban Meyer controversy at Ohio State, the confrontation between Serena Williams and the chair umpire at the U.S. Open, a book detailing Bill Belichick's life…
Clutch City: A look back at the NBA’s most under-appreciated champion
If there is one commonality in sports, it is that every team competes to be the best. In many cases, that means winning a championship. Winning a championship not only makes your team the best in the game, but it also earns your team the…
Houston Sports Roundup: July 2018
Here are the latest happenings in the world of Houston sports.
PLAYLIST: 9 Walk-Up songs to prepare for the 2018 All-Star Game
In honor of the game, The Signal staff has compiled a playlist of what their walk up songs would be if they were major league baseball players. Check them out and comment what your own walk up song would be!
Kickball: A good omen of things to come
UHCL needs more events like kickball to showcase the kind-hearted nature of the majority of our faculty and staff.