This+Week+in+Sports

Format for "This Week in Sports"
 * Every Monday - Find the heading below dedicated to the specific week of school
 * Once you are under the specific heading for the week, find the current topics that will be discussed throughout the week (there will be hyperlinks to relevant articles for the topics)
 * Monday through Thursday night - Be sure you follow the stories by reading articles and visiting websites (espn.com, si.com, northjersey.com, or other relevant websites). In addition, be sure you watch //ESPN Sportscenter//, //PTI//, //Around the Horn//, //Mike and Mike//, local sports on New York news channels, and other relevant sports shows.
 * Every Friday - You will complete a brief assessment focusing on the week's topics (possible assessments include - wiki discussion posts, short answer prompts, class discussion points, blogs, etc) *The assessments will be based on facts and your opinions regarding the topics.
 * The assessments on Friday will be worth 20 points (unless otherwise noted)

1. TWIS Week #1 - September 12 to September 16


 * Rebuilding after the tragedy in Russia - A Pledge to rebuild a team
 * Manning is out - Update on Manning's injury

2. TWIS Week #2 - October 3 to October 7
 * Controversial book about my idol, Walter Payton - Coach Ditka criticizes the book
 * Latest update on the NBA lockout - Crucial negotiations over the weekend
 * Interesting story that WILL NOT BE PART OF TWIS (just thought you might find this interesting) - Cemetery visit

3. TWIS Week #3 - October 11 to October 14
 * Possibly a new Big East - Possible new alignment for Big East
 * Impact of canceled NBA games on cities - Negative impact of labor issues in NBA

4. TWIS Week #4 - October 17 to October 20
 * Issues with Tiger Woods - Corporate sponsor issues
 * Boxer at the age of 52 - Boxer finally gets his chance to fight

5. TWIS Week #5 - October 31 to November 4
 * New NCAA rules and regulations - Huge changes for NCAA athletes
 * Inspirational story battling cancer - Cyclist battles cancer

6. TWIS Week #6 - November 28 to December 2
 * NBA reaches a deal to save the season - NBA Tentative Deal
 * Afghan athlete defies laws - Robina Jalali's courageous story

7. TWIS Week #7 - December 5 to December 9
 * Latest news on Sandusky - Lawyer says Sandusky might plea bargain
 * Pledge of Allegiance at games - UConn crowds must recite the Pledge before games

8. TWIS Week #8 - December 12 to December 16
 * Sandusky's wife defends her husband - Sandusky's wife speaks out
 * Sports Illustrated Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year - SI recognizes two great individuals
 * Interesting commentary on the new MLB media dress code rules ( THIS WILL NOT BE USED ON FRIDAY - Just thought you might be interested on one journalist's view) - Reporter comments on MLB media dress code

9. TWIS Week #9 - December 19 to December 23
 * Commentary on loyalty within sports - Commentary on Todd Graham joining Arizona State
 * Inspirational story about a star volleyball player - The Story of Jennifer Beltran

10. TWIS Week #10 - January 9 to January 13
 * New coach for Penn State football - New era at Penn State
 * Inspiration story of a female boxer - Ana Julaton