Director Matthew Hamachek on ‘The Dynasty’: ‘This was an examination of what it takes to accomplish greatness’In an exclusive interview with Awful Announcing, the filmmaker tells us what got left on the cutting-room floor of his 10-part docuseries while addressing criticism aimed at his portrayal of Bill Belichick. By now, you’ve surely watched or at least… Mar 19 24March 19, 2024Article at Awful Announcing
In its unflinching exploration of male ego, The Dynasty illustrates the true cost of greatness"Nobody ever thinks that when they reach the top, they’re going to change. But they do.” Jan 22, 2017; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) points to teammates as head coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft look… Feb 26 24February 26, 2024Article at Awful Announcing
Rob Gronkowski’s media empire is a mile wide and an inch deepThe former Patriot checks some important boxes, but does he have a future in sports media? Feb 10, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Rob Gronkowski appears on the red carpet prior to the NFL Honors awards presentation at YouTube Theater. Mandatory Credit:… Feb 09 24February 09, 2024Article at Awful Announcing
Baseball Hall of Fame voters need to take a long, hard look in the mirrorSomewhere along the way, Hall of Fame voters lost the plot, letting their agendas get in the way. National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY. January 20, 2020.01202020 Cooperstown Kc15 Tuesday, the Baseball Writers’ Association of… Jan 23 24January 23, 2024Article at Awful Announcing
Has criticism of Zion Williamson gone too far?Stephen A. Smith made headlines for fat-shaming the embattled star, but did he go too far? Dec 15, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) walks to the bench during the first quarter against the… Dec 22 23December 22, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
What Shohei Ohtani’s chaotic free agency says about the current state of sports journalismThe Ohtani sweepstakes wasn't exactly a journalism clinic Jul 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; American League pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) of the Los Angeles Angels looks on after batting practice before the 2022 All Star game… Dec 13 23December 13, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Stephen A. Smith talks a big game, but would he actually leave ESPN?Is this where Smith and ESPN go their separate ways? Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Stephen A. Smith, at one point in his career, could have been considered a journalist. If you asked Stephen A. to label himself now, he’d probably prefer… Dec 07 23December 07, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
The long, sad decline of Sports IllustratedFeb 14, 2002; Akron, OH, USA; St. Vincent-St. Mary’s LeBron James flashes this week’s Sports Illustrated cover with his photo on the cover to reporters in the school cafeteria Mandatory Credit: Phil Mastuzo-USA TODAY NETWORK As all of us make the… Nov 29 23November 29, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
By playing the victim, Michigan’s response to cheating scandal reeks of entitlement"Sports are no longer governed by shame, rewarding the loudest voice in the room at the expense of dignity and self-respect." Jim Harbaugh is banned from Michigan’s remaining regular-season games. In a newsletter published earlier this month, we… Nov 16 23November 16, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Meet the Michael Jordan of Immaculate GridFrom Rube Marquard to Dutch Leonard, nobody knows the dead-ball era like Dom Amore. Courtesy of Dom Amore on X Dooley Womack. Boots Poffenberger. Jim Ray Hart. Those names might not mean much to you, but to Dom Amore, they paint a compelling portrait… Nov 10 23November 10, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Cash grab or hidden gem? What to make of the NBA’s in-season tournamentCourtesy of NBA on X As you may have heard (it’d be hard not to with ESPN promoting it to death, even airing a live schedule release), the NBA’s in-season tournament will debut later this week with group play beginning Friday night. Eight teams—four… Nov 03 23November 03, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
To succeed on Fox, Derek Jeter just needs to loosen up"He’s a smart guy and knows the game, but he just doesn’t have it" Mar 6, 2021; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins chief executive officer Derek Jeter watches the game between the Miami Marlins and the Washington Nationals from a suite during a… Oct 26 23October 26, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Let’s talk about nepotism in sports media"Saturday proved Collinsworth is still very much a work in progress, failing to meet the moment in his biggest assignment to date" November 13, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; ESPN broadcaster Jac Collinsworth before the game between the San… Oct 19 23October 19, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Katie Nolan’s heartbreaking interview illustrates the emotional cost of a career in sports media"I loved doing it. And then I did it at ESPN for a little, and I loved it a little less.” The first time I visited Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, the same program that produced Mike Tirico, Bob Costas and Sean… Oct 13 23October 13, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Where have ESPN’s baseball personalities disappeared to?"Greenberg and Smith have drifted further away from baseball, ill-equipped to competently discuss a game that has clearly passed them by" ESPN’s disappearing baseball voices past and present have left the network’s coverage barren. The MLB playoffs… Oct 06 23October 06, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
All in the Family: How Travis and Jason Kelce built a media empireHave Jason and Travis supplanted Peyton and Eli as the new gold standard for sports siblings? In the age of social media, where engagement and follower count have usurped on-field accomplishments as the new currency, it’s not enough to be a… Sep 25 23September 25, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
The cost of sports: Concussions and the CTE diagnosis that rocked my family"The bitter irony is that the thing he loved most is what ultimately betrayed him, trapped as a prisoner in his own body." Players from both teams gather in support of injured Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa At some point this season, a game will… Sep 20 23September 20, 2023Article at The Comeback
In his prime: How Deion Sanders became the face of college footballHas the Deion Hive already eclipsed Tebow Mania? Apr 22, 2023; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders is interviewed by ESPN broadcaster Quint Kessenich during the first half of a spring game at Folsom Filed. Mandatory Credit:… Sep 14 23September 14, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
Fallen star: Why 2023 is a make-or-break year for Tony RomoThe narrative around Romo has changed dramatically in recent years Jan 21, 2018; Foxborough, MA, USA; Television announcer Tony Romo following the AFC championship game between the New England Patriots against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Gillette… Sep 07 23September 07, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
The Lionel Messi experience is off to a perfect start for MLS and AppleJul 21, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal against Cruz Azul during the second half at DRV PNK Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports Ten games. Eleven goals. One… Aug 31 23August 31, 2023Article at Awful Announcing
