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Top 20 Things Every Woman Should Know Going Into This NFL Season

August 23rd, 2010

Every year, there is a group of women, young and old, of all ethnicities and economic backgrounds that are sitting at home waiting… anxiously…not for the Barney’s Annual Sale or for her husband to finally take out the trash without being asked to, but for those six favorite words…

Are You Ready For Some Football?

That’s right, as hard as it is for some to believe (these “some” are mostly men…wanted to make sure I pointed that out) women are in love with the game of football.  With over 45 million women watching NFL games each week, the NFL is the favorite among women. Now with anything there are those that are addicted when it comes to the sport of football. Let’s take me for example, I believe I am a man’s dream, I wake-up to the NFL Network, I go to bed to it, but most importantly I also know what I’m talking about, and I talk major shit about my favorite team or player. Then there are those of you who watch the games in passing. You know a couple of terms, you’re up on the basic knowledge, and you do know how to sit down and enjoy a good game. Then there are those of you have no idea what the hell is going on. You think that the’ man in motion’ is a term coined from the hit show Cops, referring to a criminal on the run, but you do take a small interest in the game for some reason or another.  Read more »

NFL Celebrates Road to Kickoff with Back to Football Campaign with United Way

August 19th, 2010

With training camps starting up, and Kickoff preparations underway, fans can show their NFL spirit in a unique way this year with the launch of the NFL’s Back to Football campaign. Teams will be hosting Back to Football events at their training camps this summer, all leading up to a nationwide Back to Football Friday celebration on Friday, September 10.

Back to Football Friday is a way for communities nationwide to show their excitement for the return of NFL football. Starting now and continuing through Kickoff weekend (September 9-12), the NFL and United Way are teaming up to celebrate the start of the football season. Fans are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to their NFL teams and their excitement for the upcoming season by planning a unique Back to Football Friday event for their communities, in the workplace or at school, all to support youth health and wellness. Read more »

National Sports Personalities, Doug & Ryan Stewart Hosts Exclusive Purple Gold Affair To Launch New Charitable Foundation in Atlanta

August 5th, 2010

If anyone knows how to celebrate with a purpose, it’s The 2 Live Stews. They’ve joined forces with Crown Royal and 790 The Zone AM to host The 2 Live Stews Purple and Gold Affair Presented by Crown Royal. This exclusive soiree is a celebration of the official launch of the Stewart Education Foundation and all proceeds will benefit the organization. The Purple & Gold Affair will be held on Saturday, August 7 at Ventanas (275 Baker Street, Atlanta, GA) from 8 pm – 1 am. Tickets are $30, include food and cocktails, and can be purchased through Ticket Alternative by calling 1-877-725-8849 or online at www.ticketalternative.com. A few of the confirmed celebrity and ‘tastemaker’ guests include: platinum recording artist Yung Joc, R&B sensation J. Holiday, actress Terri J. Vaughn and actors Gary Owens and Chris Tavarez of Tyler Perry’s Meet The Browns, model Toccara Jones of BET and America’s Next Top Model, Rashan Ali of V-103 FM, celebrity hair stylist Derek J, celebrity photographer Derek Blanks, DJ Trauma and DJ Tracee Steele of 95.5 The Beat and many more. Read more »

Victoria’s Secret PINK Goes NFL

August 3rd, 2010

 Hey Ladies, if you were a fan of the Victoria’s Secret apparel of the your favorite college, well Victoria’s Secret (VS) PINK today announced the launch of an exclusive assortment of officially licensed merchandise with the National Football League. The product will feature the names and logos of the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New York Giants, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Diego Chargers, Washington Redskins and Carolina Panthers. Read more »

The Body of NBA Star, Lorenzen Wright, Found in Memphis

July 28th, 2010

Law enforcement officials have found the body of missing Memphis basketball star Lorenzen Wright in a wooded area at Hacks Cross and Winchester in southeast Memphis.

A law enforcement source confirmed the body was that of Wright, who has been missing since July 19, though the Memphis Police Department won’t officially comment.

The body was found by someone who called police today. Read more »