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Cheerleader Makes Unbelievable Half Court Shot

Emerald Catron — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 21:02:28 +0000

The internet has been on a roll with the half court shot videos lately. Still, in terms of impressiveness, this one is going to be pretty hard to beat. It’s hard enough to sink a shot from half court, but this cheerleader also did some fancy gymnastics stuff first. It’s a miracle the ball didn’t [...]

Young Basketball Player Lands Most Amazing Last-Second Shot Ever

Emerald Catron — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:25:20 +0000

You just don’t see magic like this in the NBA. Mostly because a professional athlete would probably never lob the ball backwards over his head. While looking in the direction you’re chucking the basketball is a very sound method usually, apparently it isn’t absolutely necessary. Plus, you get more cheers this way. Like waaaay more. Because this [...]

One-Armed Basketball Superstar Amazes Crowd

Kyle Dowling — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 19:23:57 +0000

If you find mastering basketball difficult, how about doing it with one arm? This high school student — who was born with only one upper limb — certainly hasn’t let his setback stop him from excelling in the sport. And after showing his skills on the court, he is getting some well-deserved praise. We know what [...]

ROCORI Very Comfortable As The Underdog!

Ty James — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:41:32 +0000

I have learned in the past few months, that this group of ROCORI athletes can never be counted out. Tomorrow morning (AM 1390, pregame at 9:50am, 10am tip-off) the ROCORI Spartans boys basketball team (18-11) takes on top seeded Minneapolis Washburn (27-2), in the state 3A quarter finals. Washburn is a fantastic team, and they [...]

CLC Boys Hoops Preview – Apollo Repeat Won't Be Easy!

Ty James — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:57:34 +0000

Last year was one of those kind of years that just doesn't come around very often, no matter who you are. The kind of season where you know from day one, that you are without question, the best team in your; conference, league, division, area, etc. That's how it was for the Apollo Eagles last season.

There Will Never Be Another Shaq!

Ty James — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:02:58 +0000

Shaquille O'Neal, one of the most dominating and entertaining centers in NBA history, has announced his retirement. Never one to shy from the limelight, the star broke the news in a short video he made.

Apollo Eagle's Star Won't Play In State Tournament

Mix 94.9 — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 18:12:45 +0000

St. Cloud Apollo boys basketball coach Dean Kessler said Monday senior point guard Ibrahim Abukar will not play Wednesday in the State Tournament. Abukar had surgery this morning to extract bone marrow to give to his 13-year old sister who’s in need of a transplant. Kessler said he hopes Abukar will be healthy enough to [...]

Justin Bieber Voted All Star MVP

Kevin Kidd — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:50:41 +0000

There has been much 'buzz' about Biebs cutting his famous hair. (for a charity/publicity stunt). This story may have been overlooked.

Stunt Kid Slams Himself Through Basketball Hoop

Kevin Kidd — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:48:12 +0000

I can't figure out if this is staged or an accident. You decide...

We could use this kid on the Timberwolves!!