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It's Good To Root, Root, Root For The Home Team
October 10, 2012 In the world of sports — even if you move often — commentator Frank Deford says your loyalty should always be to your hometown team.
The NFL's Lesson: There's No Replacing Good Refs
October 3, 2012 Only two groups of people really matter in any game: the players and the officials. That's the lesson the NFL inadvertently taught football fans in the past four weeks, says Frank Deford. At many stadiums, the regular officials were greeted with loud ovations after their lockout ended.
RG3: A Game Changer For 'Thirds' Everywhere
September 26, 2012 When sport and language intersect, they can help define how we speak and think — consider the "level playing field." And in Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, the sons of juniors, such as Benjamin Franklin Deford III, might have found a game changer.
The Big East Conference: What's In A Name?
September 19, 2012 Athletic conferences don't make much sense anymore. Commentator Frank Deford remarks on how the Big East conference is no longer as big or as east as it used to be.
NFL's West Coast Teams Have An Edge: The Sandman
September 12, 2012 When NFL teams from the East Coast play teams from the West Coast, the outcome might depend on what time of day the game starts. And if you're a gambler, the West Coast players could have enough of an edge to make you consider betting on them.
Southern Pride And The Southeastern Conference
September 5, 2012 If your football team is a member of the SEC, you don't just root for your own team — you root for the whole division. Commentator Frank Deford takes a look at Southern pride.
Just Say No: Doping Diminishes All Athletes
August 29, 2012 Athletes aren't always the best role models but, for commentator Frank Deford, the worst sin they can commit is doping.
Serena Williams Takes Tennis For A Ride
August 22, 2012 The U.S. Open tennis tournament starts next week and, as commentator Frank Deford points out, Serena Williams may be the best reason to watch.
Feeling Just Wild About Wild Cards
August 15, 2012 More wild-card teams in baseball? The more the merrier, says commentator Frank Deford, as it makes the playoffs that much more exciting.
How Can You Really Measure The Greatest Olympian?
August 8, 2012 Commentator Frank Deford says it's hard enough comparing teams and stars from different eras in the same sport, let alone across sports.
Four Sports Superstars, Four Years Later
August 1, 2012 Commentator Frank Deford looks back at four of the greatest athletes of 2008 and where they are now.
From Obscurity To The Olympics Back To Obscurity
July 25, 2012 It's time for the Olympics! Which means, at least for commentator Frank Deford, that it's time to cheer for obscure sports that we only watch every four years.
Doping In Baseball: The Needle And The Damage Done
July 18, 2012 Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens are being considered for induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Is it fair to other players if Clemens and Bonds receive the honor?
Going To The Game: The Price Is Wrong?
July 11, 2012 With tickets to games as expensive as they are, commentator Frank Deford wouldn't be surprised if a trip to a ballgame becomes a once-in-a-lifetime event, like visiting the Grand Canyon.
Joe Paterno's Legacy: Protect Players At All Costs
July 4, 2012 The key to winning as a big-time coach is keeping your players eligible. Commentator Frank Deford says that when Joe Paterno's old assistant was in trouble, his instincts kicked in: Paterno kept Jerry Sandusky eligible.
