To commemorate the fourth competitive installment of the Hell Is Real rivalry, the Columbus Crew hung four goals on FC Cincinnati in a 4-0 cakewalk victory in their Covid Cup opener. It was an enjoyable middle-of-the-night demonstration of scoreboard distancing. It’s only fitting that the game kicked off at 11:24pm EDT, as FC Cincinnati played … Continue reading Hell Is Real IV: The Golazo-ing
Cleveland’s New Baseball Name
On Friday, the Cleveland Indians announced they would be looking into the future of the team’s name. They surely wouldn’t have brought it up themselves if they weren’t already prepared to make it happen. Reading the current moment in our nation’s history, they seemed to be laying the groundwork for a change while mentally preparing … Continue reading Cleveland’s New Baseball Name
NEW PODCAST: Dwight & Sirk Talk Black & Gold
At long last, an announcement... Welcome to the first episode of Dwight & Sirk Talk Black & Gold, a new Crew podcast I am co-hosting with the longtime Voice of the Crew, Dwight Burgess. A few weeks ago, Dwight called me about a new project idea. We had a good discussion about it, plus we … Continue reading NEW PODCAST: Dwight & Sirk Talk Black & Gold
Crew Q&A: Duncan Oughton on Dwight Burgess
Following Monday's announcement that Dwight Burgess is stepping out of the broadcast booth after 24 seasons, I wrote this piece about The Voice of the Crew. On Wednesday, I also caught up with one of his former broadcast partners, former Crew midfielder Duncan Oughton, to chat about his experiences with Dwight. As always, it was … Continue reading Crew Q&A: Duncan Oughton on Dwight Burgess
Dwight Burgess, The Voice
“There’s going to be a press release going out on Monday, but I wanted you to hear it from me first.” After two days of phone tag, so began my Saturday night conversation with Dwight Burgess, “The Voice of the Crew” for 24 seasons. He wanted to personally let me know there would not be … Continue reading Dwight Burgess, The Voice
Loathe-apalooza: Ohio’s Perfect Storm of Rivalry Football
This weekend is a perfect storm of Ohio football rivalries. On Saturday, the Ohio State Buckeyes head north to face the Michigan Wolverines. On Sunday, the Cleveland Browns head east to battle the the Pittsburgh Steelers. Also on Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals will futilely engage their longstanding nemesis-- the game of football. Setting aside the … Continue reading Loathe-apalooza: Ohio’s Perfect Storm of Rivalry Football
Table of Contents for “A Massive Collection, Vol. 1”
As announced last week, my new book A Massive Collection, Volume 1 is currently available for an exclusive pre-sale through the Nordecke. The pre-sale ends at 11:59 pm on Thursday, October 24. The book will be available via online retailers the week of Thanksgiving, but if you want the book before the street date and … Continue reading Table of Contents for “A Massive Collection, Vol. 1”
Crew Groundbreaking II: Scenes From the Sequel
On Thursday, October 10, 2019, the Columbus Crew broke ground. Again. The team of firsts became the first MLS club to commence construction of a second soccer-specific stadium, replacing the pioneering erector set known as MAPFRE Stadium with a modern marvel that will serve as a capstone to Columbus’ thriving Arena District. A six-foot mound … Continue reading Crew Groundbreaking II: Scenes From the Sequel
BOOK PRE-ORDER: “A Massive Collection, Volume 1”
I am thrilled to announce that my new book A Massive Collection, Volume 1 is currently available for an exclusive pre-sale via the Nordecke. The pre-sale runs now through 11:59pm on October 24, 2019. In furtherance of supporting not only the Columbus Crew on the field, but also the Columbus community off it, the Nordecke … Continue reading BOOK PRE-ORDER: “A Massive Collection, Volume 1”
Missing 2019 Playoffs Hearkens to 2003
After last Saturday's last-gasp collapse that resulted in 1-1 draw in Vancouver, rather than a 1-0 victory, Columbus Crew coach Caleb Porter lamented, "If we could see out a game this year we’d be in the playoffs." They couldn't and they aren't. The Crew were officially eliminated from the playoffs on Wednesday night, ironically because … Continue reading Missing 2019 Playoffs Hearkens to 2003
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