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Author: Nick Lilja

Lilja is long-time sports journalist - working in sports media for a decade utilizing every medium. His work has been recognized by multiple organizations. Most recently, in 2009, he was awarded the "Best Sports Column" by SPJ in the state of Oregon. In 2008, he was recognized as the "Best Columnist” by Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. He earned his undergraduate degree in Earth Science from Oregon State University and his Masters in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University.

Oregon State has their coach

His modesty is undeniable. His candor unequivocal. His benevolence simply true to the word. But it’s his commitment that inspires. There are coaches and athletes in this world that make you stop and watch. It’s not only because of what […]

Kansas dominated UNC

The AP game – recap: Roy Williams taught Kansas all about how to handle cruel, crushing disappointments. Bill Self schooled the Jayhawks on how to dish out some pain of their own. Kansas left its former coach in the dust […]

Favre to stay retired, reports false

SI.com reported earlier Friday that: "Brett Favre, startled this morning to see the enormity of a report on a morning sports show that he might play football again, said he is not considering coming out of retirement. "That’s the last […]

Just another day…

In the hazy gym, the light filtered in from the setting sun in the west.It was augmented by the overhead fluorescent lights. The haze was a chalky dust, and the gym was dry enough to pull the water out of […]

The [Five] is growing…

According to sootle.com, The [Five] might actually be worth something! Who knew! This website is worth What is your website worth?

Jay Gibbons out of the O

Update out of Balitmore: The AP is reporting, ““Jay Gibbons was released Sunday by the Baltimore Orioles, who lost patience waiting for the oft-injured outfielder to regain the form that enabled him to hit 26 home runs in 2005. Gibbons […]