Category Archives: Sports

A Theology of Sports—Part 1

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

In my previous post my alien friend challenged the notion that sports are inherently valuable.  My actual view is not quite as extreme as that of this unrelenting extraterrestrial (who enlightened me on many other subjects, I should add).  I … Continue reading →

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The Real Meaning of Sports (Or Things I Learned From An Extraterrestrial Acquaintance About Athletic Competition)

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

The other day I was walking across campus, minding my own business, when there came a sudden flash of light and the low, pulsing hum of something other-worldly.  I ducked and covered my eyes.  When I looked up, there it … Continue reading →

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The Bankruptcy Plague Among Professional Athletes

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

With the start of another NFL season, I’ve been thinking about an alarming statistic associated with the league:  78% of  former NFL players either go bankrupt or experience severe financial distress.  This is astounding because the base salary for rookies … Continue reading →

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A Flaw in the Game of Soccer

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

What a thrill it was to watch the United States soccer team pull out a win yesterday in the final minutes of their match against Algeria.  Now it’s on to the field of sixteen and a chance at destiny.  However, … Continue reading →

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On Football, Dogs, and Athletic Achievement

Posted on January 4, 2010 by Jim Spiegel

I love football, particularly of the NFL variety.  So for fans like me, this is the most exciting time of the year, as the playoffs begin next week.  Of course, post-season play is the most exciting time in any sport … Continue reading →

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Hodgepodge #2

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Jim Spiegel

Reflections by Jim of different sorts—on music, nature, books, and sports In the last few weeks I have attended two excellent concerts.  On September 12 I saw U2 in Chicago, as they commenced their 360° tour—a predictably fine show by … Continue reading →

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Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Amy Spiegel

Having lived in Indiana for some eleven years now, one might think that some knowledge regarding Indy Car racing would have made its way into my databank by now. Sadly, this is not the case. Every Memorial Day, I am … Continue reading →

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Mine That Underdog

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Jim Spiegel

I just saw the video of today’s Kentucky Derby.  Wow. If you’re a fan of the underdog (or the underhorse, in this case), then this is a story for you.  Heck, if you just appreciate anything spectacular, you need to … Continue reading →

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