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JUST OVER THE UTAH BORDER WE’D FIND THE WEST’S LAST STAND FOR 2020
STATE of the UNION
CHRIS PAUL HAS BEEN A NATURAL LEADER SINCE AS FAR BACK AS HE CAN REMEMBER. BUT THROUGH 2020, AS THE PRESIDENT OF THE NBPA, PAUL HAS LED ALL 450 NBA PLAYERS THROUGH THE MOST TURBULENT OF TIMES—THROUGH A PANDEMIC, A SOCIAL JUSTICE MOVEMENT, A BUBBLE, AND A SEASON THAT SOMEHOW STRETCHED 355 DAYS—AND THOSE LEADERSHIP ABILITIES HAVE BEEN MORE CRUCIAL THAN EVER. WE SPOKE WITH CP3 ABOUT THE LEGACY OF THE PAST YEAR AND MUCH MORE.
DERBY CITY
It might not have been LaborDay, but the BMX world was anxious to finally return to the longtime Louisville tradition. ...and it was well worth the wait!
The Fresh Princesses of Blair
IT’S STRAIGHT UP DOMINATION WHEN OLIVIA MILES AND DOMINIQUE DARIUS, TWO OF THE BEST GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL PLAYERS IN THE COUNTRY, ARE ON THE FLOOR AT THE SAME TIME.
BREAKING BOUNDARIES
MEET THE SALAM SCHOOL STARS—AN ALL-MUSLIM GIRLS’ TEAM THAT’S CHALLENGING GENDER-NORMS WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITY.
Back For More
ATHLETIC PROPULSION LABS’ first basketball sneaker got banned from the NBA because it gave wearers an “advantage.” The brothers who launched the company have returned to the game 10 years later, with a duo of brand new sneakers.
3 the HARD WAY
THREE NBA CHAMPIONSHIPS WITH THREE DIFFERENT TEAMS MEANS DANNY GREEN KNOWS A THING OR THREE ABOUT WINNING. AS HE WRITES HERE, THE THIRD WAS THE MOST SATISFYING.
10 YEARS OF TRAVEL, PART 2
THIS MULTIPART COLUMN WAS WRITTEN ON THE OCCASION OF THE 10 TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS LAUNCH AND ITS ASSIGNMENT TO A WRITER NAMED ANTONIO GRACEFFO, THE MARTIAL ARTIST WHO HAS BECOME BLACK BELT’S ROVING REPORTER IN ASIA. IT PRESENTS MORE OF THE AUTHOR’S CONCLUSIONS REGARDING THE STATE OF THE WORLD’S MARTIAL ARTS.
4 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR DOJO AND YOUR LIFE
These four ways to improve your dojo and your life are all about attitude. As such, they will elevate the mood in your school and make learning more enjoyable. First up: Make "yes" your favourite word.
KEYBOARD WARRIORS
BECAUSE OF THE PANDEMIC, A PLETHORA OF VIDEOS HAVE BEEN MADE AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO WISH TO CONTINUE THEIR TRAINING WHILE IN LOCKDOWN OR NEAR LOCKDOWN. THIS IS A GREAT THING FOR ALL PRACTICING MARTIAL ARTISTS BECAUSE EVERYONE SUDDENLY HAS ACCESS TO NOTABLE FIGHTERS AND TRAINERS WHO WERE PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE TO THE MASSES.
KUNG FU HIP HOP, DA MARTIAL ELEMENTS AND MARCO JOHNSON
BEING ONE OF THE TOP MARTIAL ARTISTS IN THE WORLD SOUNDS LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE FOR ANY PRACTITIONER OF KUNG FU, KARATE OR TAEKWONDO. YET THAT ALONE ISN’T ALWAYS ENOUGH TO BRING SUCCESS OUTSIDE OF MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOLS AND TOURNAMENT VENUES.
Hollywood
Though her first year in the WNBA was anything but normal, Atlanta dream star Chennedy Carter is on her way to a long career in front of the bright lights.
WHY YOU SHOULD BE WATCHING “COBRA KAI”
Because I’m somewhat familiar with the Black Belt demographic, I can safely say there’s a good chance you’re a lot like me. You probably grew up in the martial arts, and when The Karate Kid came out in 1984, you loved every minute of it.
DO YOU UNDERSTAND THE KATA?
IF YOU’RE A STUDENT OF JAPANESE OR OKINAWAN KARATE, YOU’VE BEEN INTRODUCED TO THE FIRST OF THE FIVE HEIAN OR PINAN KATA.
SELF-DEFENSE READINESS TEST
PREPARATION IS NO GUARANTEE OF SURVIVAL, BUT FEW DOUBT THAT THE ODDS OF PREVAILING IN ANY STRESSFUL SITUATION INCREASE FOR THE PREPARED PERSON.
PAPER TIGERS
MARTIAL ARTS MOVIE PROMISES TO CREATE A NEW GENRE!
UNESCO'S INTERNATIONAL CENTRE OF MARTIAL ARTS
It’s a martial arts gem that’s not yet well known. It’s an international organization that’s trying to bridge the gap between styles, techniques and countries. In addition to striving to do all this, it’s a group that’s emphasizing the positive values the martial arts teach.
The Sabaki Revolution
As Seen Through the Evolution of Enshin Karate’s Rules, Concepts and Techniques
‘Every week is a little bit different'
For more on what might be happening within Buffalo’s defense, here are some highlights from defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier’s recent press conferences.
‘Guys have showed their character'
Here are some highlights from head coach Sean McDermott’s recent press conferences.
Hughes stepping up in more ways than one
With the Bills desperate for a spark on the defensive side of the ball, Jerry Hughes has stepped up on the field in recent weeks. He’s stepped up off the field, as well.
Week 7: Buffalo 18, N.Y. Jets 10
Week 7: Buffalo 18, N.Y. Jets 10
What Bills Fans Are saying
Bills Digest scanned the Bills’ Facebook site to gauge the hot topics fans are talking about.
PLAYING FAVORITES
PLAYING FAVORITES
FORWARD PROGRESS
Bills control AFC East at season's halfway point
Bills take the crown as AFC East favorites
Sean McDermott is known for his stoic and even-keeled approach. But it was impossible not to notice the massive grin on his face following Buffalo’s Week 8 win over the New England Patriots.
Bills Digest BUZZ Box
Five hot topics Bills fans are talking about
1st & Ten with JUSTIN ZIMMER
Creating a long-term home in the NFL has not been a piece of cake for Justin Zimmer — but he may be finding one with the Buffalo Bills.
‘We've just got to continue to evolve'
Here are some highlights from head coach Sean McDermott’s recent press conferences.
What Bills Fans are saying
Bills Digest scanned the Bills’ Facebook site to gauge the hot topics fans are talking about. We chose some of the better posts, edited for brevity and clarity, and present them here, along with Bills Digest editor Mark Ludwiczak’s take on what’s being discussed.