Game Set Match Serena!!!

I have to say enough is enough with the venom being spewed toward one of the greatest athletes you will ever see Serena Williams. I won't even go into what's been said about her shape but its insulting that one of the best tennis players ever has to constantly defend her physique, off court interests, and style.

As a man who grew up in late 70s and early 80s I saw some tennis players of color who were making strides thanks to Arthur Ashe and Althea Gibson who each endured all types of hell due to the color of their skin. I am sure both of them would give thanks to those who paved the way for them to even play USTA and WTA events.

What really bothers me is Serena and Venus catch heat for not being the norm whether its where they are from Compton, Ca or their body types or how they stuck by one another when most of the tour players wanted nothing to do with them during their early years on the tour.

Serena has won 36 grand slam titles (Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles)  in her career while being a role model to young women in addition to inspiring people of color around the world. Her body shape is beautiful its not the tennis norm so what its hers so why are you so worried about it. She handles herself with the style and grace likened to what tennis etiquette is suppose to be. Her outburst at the US Open a few years ago was not a good look for her but was no different then Connors or McEnroe yet she was vilified.

I will end with this Serena is a winner which should motivate us all to win at what is we do which includes respecting each other no matter color,gender, body type, or sexual orientation.

Serena keep on keeping on!!!

Big Oof Sport Week in Review

                                             



What is going in sports this past week we've had two NFL players blow of fingers lighting fireworks for the 4th of July. Then the biggest sports network in the world publishes the medical records of one of the injured players.

A prominent NBA free agent gives a verbal commitment to a team then changes his mind and goes back to his old team. This is a situation where you can take either side but I am on the side of if aren't going to honor your word then tell the man in person. That's just me though and I don't know the whole story.

Baseball heading to the All-Star Break with the a few surprise teams and my Cubbies in the hunt. This could be one of the more interesting years in baseball due to the amount of teams in the hunt for the wild card in the American League.

NBA free agents got all the money and if its being offered yes take it you could play your way out of a contract just as easy as you played into a max deal. Jimmy Butler is the man he bet on himself and cashed in I ain't mad at him at all nor the Bulls got him cheaper now when that new TV deal kicks in the max deals will be crazy.

Chicago Cubs Winning!!

                                       

Chicago sports is in full swing this summer thanks to the Cubs they are winning. In Theo we trust has finally started to show results. The Cardinal's are winning the division and yes the Pirates are in second its the Cubbies that are the story.

The second time around the league is tough but if the Cubs still have a wild card spot in August it will do wonders for Chicago baseball. I am not anti-White Sox just pro Cubs!!!

Cubs need starting pitching, another bat, better defense, and no serious injuries. Maddon has been down this road when he was in Tampa Bay so I am not worried about the managers spot.

Kris Bryant is looking like the real deal but we will see in the dog days of August.

Go Cubs!!

I'm Back 2015

Well I didn't know what to do with the Black Chicago Sports blog so I bought the domain name. This will be the test to see if I will blog. So this is the first blog in awhile and I guess I'll start with a few questions and thoughts on Chicago sports.


Bulls- Well now are they really that good? or very inconsistent? we will see in the second round versus the Cavaliers. Will the absence of Kevin Love and JR Smith suspension get the Bulls off to a series lead?

Butler and Rose must play well the turnovers must be kept to a minimum while Noah has to regain that All-Star form. Gasol has to keep the double-double machine running on all cylinders. The bench will be a HUGE factor.

Cubs- The kids are playing well Bryant and Russell are here now there are no more excuses. Will the pitching hold up? bullpen be dependable? The second time around league will be the test for the rookies. Castro and Rizzo  staying consistent is the key to a winning record and is Lester going to be the ace you paid for. My beloved Cubbies have a lot of questions but we are starting to get answers..Go CUBS!!

Blackhawks-Are they in 2013 form? Will they score more on power play? Has Crawford shaken off his first round performance? Will we need another Darling rescue? I think the Hawks will be fine and Lord Stanley's cup shall come back to the Windy City for a summer vacation.

White Sox- Is Rocking Robin on the hot seat? Where the bats at? White Sox searching for offense right now but that won't last long. Pitching hasn't been great but the Baltimore series has them off a little bit. White Sox will heat up as the summer heat approaches and make a run in a tough AL Central.

Da Bears- Well Trestman was not the answer and neither is blaming Cutler. Bears made some changes which is good. Will the 3-4 defense come up with turnovers? Is Jay going to let trade rumors get to him? John Fox is a veteran NFL coach just what the doctor ordered he knows how to win and will get the most out of the roster. Cutler is better than most QBs don't be surprised if he rebounds with a big year and dare I say a Packers win or two. Bears will be better than expected.

These are my thoughts and questions for Black Chicago Sports...Chicago Stand Up!!!