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10 Athletes Who Lived With Their Parents as Adults

Danny Groner — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:30:38 +0000

The next time someone gives you a hard time for living with your parents as an adult, you can point to these famous athletes who did the same thing for some period of time while they were playing or after they hung it up. Some athletes did it to save money, others weren’t sure about [...]

Oscar Pistorius' Unfortunate 'I Am the Bullet' Nike Ad Pulled After Shooting Death of Girlfriend

Cassandra Rose — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:10:56 +0000

Olympian Oscar Pistorius' tragically ironic Nike ad about being a metaphorical bullet was pulled today (Feb. 14) after the athlete was arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting his girlfriend, model Reeva Steenkamp.

Former LSU and Olympic Hurdler Lolo Jones Makes the U.S. Bobsled Team

Debbie Ray — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:27:25 +0000

Former LSU track star and Olympic hurdler, Lolo Jones has made the U.S. Bobsled team!

Ryan Lochte Books '90210′ Guest Spot

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 09:34:20 +0000

Well, we all knew this was coming. Whether or not you followed the 2012 Olympics, or merely tuned in to see the Spice Girls’ glorious reunion, chances are you’ve heard the name Ryan Lochte floating about. Not only has the Olympic gold-medal winning swimmer set his sights on the reality TV circuit, now it seems like he’s paddling his way toward scripted television as well. And what groundbreaking drama has the media sensation going for the gold? Why, The CW’s reboot of ‘90210,’ of course! Joy.

One Direction, Spice Girls, Jessie J + More Close Out 2012 Olympics

Scott Shetler — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 15:29:54 +0000

The London Olympics wrapped up Sunday night with a closing ceremony that paid tribute to the best of British music over the years, featuring performances by iconic classic rockers, the reunited Spice Girls, and current superstars like One Direction and Jessie J.

2012 Summer Olympics Recap: Day 16 — US Captures Most Overall Medals As London Games End

Joe Student — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 21:36:59 +0000

The 2012 Summer Olympics came to a close in London on Sunday with the United States adding two more gold medals to bring its Olympic-high total to 46. Here’s a recap of the day’s highlights: LeBron James scored 19 points, including a late three-pointer to seal the win, as the United States defeated Spain, 107-100, [...]

US Women's Basketball Team Routs France, 86-50, to Win Fifth Straight Olympic Gold Medal

Joe Student — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 13:01:19 +0000

Candace Parker scored 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, as the United States women’s basketball team soundly defeated France, 86-50, on Saturday night to win the gold medal game at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. The victory gave the US the gold medal in women’s basketball for the fifth straight Olympic Games and extended [...]

Michael Phelps and 5 Other Record-Setting American Olympians [VIDEOS]

Danny Groner — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 09:13:24 +0000

Once again, American swimmer Michael Phelps gobbled up the gold at the Olympics, taking home four more top medals and an additional two silver medals. Phelps insists that this is the end of the road for him, which means he’s retiring from competition with 22 medals in his career, more than anyone else ever. With [...]

2012 Summer Olympics Recap: Day 15 — Usain Bolt Wins Third Gold Medal, Helps Relay Team Set World Record

Joe Student — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 23:50:54 +0000

The United States surpassed the 100-medal mark during another record-setting day at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London on Saturday. Here’s a recap of the day’s highlights: Led by anchor Usain Bolt, who earned his third gold medal of the London Games, the Jamaican team ran past the US sprinters to win the men’s 4×100-meter [...]

Olympics 2012 Athlete Ryan Lochte Could Be the Next Reality TV Star

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 09:30:10 +0000

Now, there isn’t necessarily a correlation between those tuning into the 2012 Olympics, and those who watch reality TV, but it’s no secret that the more public attention one attracts the more likely people are going to try every means of capitalizing on their fame. Gold Medal-winning swimmer (and admitted pool-peer) Ryan Lochte has certainly attracted his fair share of attention outside of his athletic prowess, so might the Olympian next take on the world of reality TV?

2012 Summer Olympics Recap: Day 11 — Aly Raisman Wins Two More Gymastics Medals

Joe Student — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 04:04:39 +0000

American gymnast Aly Raisman added to the US medal total at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London on Tuesday, while China widened its lead in the overall medal count. Here’s a recap of the day’s events: Aly Raisman of the US won two medals in the individual events of the women’s gymnastics competition. Raisman [...]

Ragu Debuts Most Disturbing Ad Ever During Olympics

Hannah Gutenplan — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:53:37 +0000

We couldn’t believe what we were watching during a commercial break from the Olympics. It seemed like a simple advertisement for the family-friendly pasta sauce Ragu, but oh, it was so much more. In the new spot, an innocent kid walks into his parents’ bedroom looking for his mom only to come out with a [...]

Olympic Swimmer Makes Replica Gold Medal for Fallen Rival

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 09:24:58 +0000

When Hungarian swimmer Daniel Gyurta won the gold medal in the 200m breaststroke during the London Olympics it just didn’t feel right. That’s because rival and good friend Dale Oen wasn’t there to compete against him. Oen, who had won the 100m breaststroke world championship less than a year earlier, sadly died of a heart attack [...]

Trampolinist Savannah Vinsant Coming To Cajundome

JayCee — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 21:00:28 +0000

Broussard resident and a participant in the London games will be making a stop at the Cajundome for the Kellogg's Tour of Gymnastic Champions! We have received word that Savannah Vinsant is joining the tour, along with Gabby Douglas, Kyla Ross and others!! Get your tickets now!

'The Voice' Judges Battle It Out in Season 3 Olympic-Themed Promo

Scott Shetler — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 13:47:52 +0000

‘The Voice‘ judges are back in fighting mode. A new ad promoting Season 3 of the show finds Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, Cee Lo Green and Blake Shelton once again battling each other before they are interrupted by an unlikely former Olympian.

Michael Phelps Wins the 200 IM – Brick by Brick [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 16:00:39 +0000

As if winning the most Olympic medals ever isn't enough- imagine your life recreated in toy bricks!

Check out the women's gymnastics gold-medal-winning vault sequence, and make plans to attend the Kellogg's Tour of Gymnastics Champions 2012 at the Cajundome!

Embarrassing Olympic Moment For Mayor Of London Boris Johnson [VIDEO]

CJ — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 23:16:38 +0000

The 2012 Olympics may be going quite smoothly with the exception of one embarrassing moment for the mayor of London. Holding British flags while taking a ride on a zip line, Boris Johnson appears to be having a good time trying to fly when he fell short of the landing at the other end of [...]

Olympic Gymnast Aly Raisman's Parents Do Her Routine With Her From Their Seats [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 10:16:04 +0000

You know how when you’re watching your kids play sports and you feel every swing of the bat, every kick, every tackle? Watch as USA gymnast Aly Raisman’s parents act out every move of her routine along with her during the London Olympics.

USA Is The 2012 Women's Olympic Team Gold Medalists!

CJ — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 03:00:27 +0000

USA is the 2012 Women’s Olympic Team gold medalists! The United States wins their second ever team gold medal and first since 1996. U.S. scores: Vault – 48.132 – Wieber-15.933, Douglas-15.933, Maroney-16.233 Uneven Bars – 44.799 – Wieber-14.666…, Ross-14.933, Douglas-15.200 Balance Beam – 45.299 – Ross-15.133, Douglas-15.233, Raisman-14.933 Floor Exercise – 45.366 – Douglas-15.066, Wieber-15.066, [...]

Michael Phelps Shatters Olympics Record with 19th Career Medal

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 20:47:37 +0000

Michael Phelps has managed to swim into history. Phelps set the record for most Olympic medals won by an individual when he picked up his 19th on Tuesday by leading the US to a gold in the 4×200-meter freestyle relay in London. It was the first gold medal of these Games for Phelps. Phelps has [...]