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Olympic Sized Thoughts
(These aren’t really Olympic sized thoughts–just small thoughts on the Olympics which, possibly, I wrote eight years ago. The thoughts, not the Olympics.) Probably the only downhill sport I’d have a chance of making […]
Excerpt from HumorOutcasts writer James Kobak’s Latest Book: Tennis, Anyone?: The Wimp’s Guide to Tennis and Other Racquet Sports
We are so excited to excerpt TENNIS, ANYONE? The Wimp’s Guide to Tennis and Other Racquet Sports from James E. Kobak, Jr. which is available on Amazon in paperback and kindle formats plus other online […]
The Blade and the Pot Holder
By Dave Jaffe Nowhere is a honed proficiency in karate more valuable than when it comes to survival in the kitchen. It’s why martial artist Betty Crocker was so feared and respected by rival chefs. […]
Former Olympic Sports Leave Fans Confused
Here’s a look at some past Olympic sports that are no longer in the games. Several years ago, baseball and softball were pulled from competition. The American women dominated in softball, while in baseball Americans […]
Axe-ing for a Friend
by Dave Jaffe Spiritual tranquility, serene mind, and peaceful outlook are healthy mental attitudes best developed by throwing deadly sharp axes – a sort of ancient Pilates introduced to Europe and Asia by the invading […]
My Very First Pickleball Tournament
Recently, I signed up for my very first pickleball tournament. Previous to that the last time I participated in a formal athletic competition of any kind, Richard Nixon was our nation’s Commander-in-Chief. In case you’re […]
World Marbles Challenge
Posted on August 18, 2023 by pauldelancey Edit Akeem “The Thumb” Hassan, this year’s favorite Yes indeed, sports fans, the 47th World Marbles Challenge starts tomorrow in Kotzebue, Alaska and ends in Durban, South Africa. This course shall be […]
Chicken Baquaise and the Birth of Basketball
French Entree CHICKEN BASQUAISE INGREDIENTS 1 green bell pepper1 red bell pepper1 large onion2 garlic cloves2 tablespoons fresh thyme3 tomatoes2 pounds chicken pieces, bone in or boneless1 teaspoon salt or fleur de sel*¼ cup olive […]