Ahhhh, the impact just one play can have. Did you watch the Panther’s game yesterday in which they suffered their first loss of the season? If not, then let me fill you in.
From The Charlotte Observer:
The Panthers held a seven-point lead with less than two minutes remaining in the first half. They faced third-and-8 at their 29.
They could’ve played it safe and called a running play, hoping to maintain their lead at halftime.
They chose a more aggressive approach, throwing instead of running, but nothing too risky.
It came oh-so-close to working.
Instead, it backfired dramatically.
Minnesota cornerback Antoine Winfield blitzed from Carolina quarterback Jake Delhomme’s right side and decked him full-force, causing a fumble. Winfield picked up the loose ball at the 19 and ran it in for a touchdown.
Suddenly, the score was tied and the Vikings were on their way to a 20-10 victory.
Needless to say, the whole momentum of the game changed on that one play and as a result, they Panther’s suffered their first loss of the year. Fortunately, there’s still a long way to go and the Cats are tied atop their division with Atlanta and Tampa Bay, both at 2-1 as well.
In case you can’t tell, I’m a HUGE Panther’s fan and LOVE kicking back and watching them play on Sunday’s. Even when the loss comes down to just one, momentum changing play!
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After a long, but somewhat exciting off-season, my beloved Carolina Panthers are finally ready to kick things off again! Sure, they’ve played 4 pre-season games, but let’s face it, they don’t hold a candle to the regular season.
The pundits and know-it-all talking heads are pretty mixed up when it comes to where the Panthers will finish this season as the predictions are all over the board. I for one think they’ve underestimating them. I’ll go out on a limb and say they win 10 games, win the division, and make it to the NFC Championship game. Again.
Of course I could be totally wrong and they could fall flat on their faces, which of course would mean John Fox would probably get the boot. I like him so I’m really hoping that doesn’t happen.
Anyway, the long, dreadful wait is finally over as the Panthers kick off on Sunday against the favored San Diego Chargers at 4:15pm ET.
Go Panthers!
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After a long, painfully slow off-season the Carolina Panthers are finally ready to get back on the playing field as they’ll take on the Indianapolis Colts tomorrow night at Bank of America Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30pm.
If you can’t be at the stadium you’ll be able to watch the game on TV on the Panther’s TV Network. It will also be on the radio on WBT.
For a breakdown of the game, visit the Panther’s website at www.Panthers.com.
Go Panthers!
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The National Softball Association rolls into town this week for its Class B World Series. There are 106 teams signed up for this year’s event, but that number’s down considerably from the 300 teams that participated last year. Most attribute the low number on the struggling economy.
According to the tournament director and NSA Vice President, “This tournament should have at least 180 teams. We feel like the economy is affecting vacation travel. A lot of families are rethinking their summer, not taking vacation time for softball. It’s a national trend, not only for us but for other softball and baseball organizations.”
In spite of the lower-than-expected numbers, the teams coming to Rock Hill this week should offer some exciting softball action. Games start today and run through Thursday when the championship games will be played.
For a complete schedule of games check on the Rock Hill Herald Online.
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Well, if you follow NBA basketball in the Queen City then you’re probably familiar with one of the main stays of the team, Emeka Okafor. Let’s just say I hope he’s still one of the main stays of the team at this time next year.
After months of both sides saying contract details would be worked out, Okafor unexpectedly turned down the Bobcats latest offer for an extension of his rookie contract. That means he’ll become a restricted free agent next summer, giving other teams the opportunity to bid on the services of ‘meka.Â
Fortunately for the Bobcats, because he is a restricted free agent, it means they’ll have an opportunity to match any offers that come his way. With the progress the team has made the past few seasons, it would be a gigantic shame to see such a great player AND citizen of Charlotte move on.
And even though the situation is anything but precarious, at least Okafor’s come out and said he really does want to remain in Charlotte.
“I definitely want to be here long-term, and the Bobcats want me to be here long-term,” Okafor said after the workout. “It’s just the way things go sometimes. Everyone is in a great mood. Everybody is cool.”
-Â via ESPN.com
Let’s just hope the Bobcats have enough sense to realize we’re better off with ‘Meka in the middle!
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