CJ Prutch 
The two-minute warning is an interesting and important aspect of football games, particularly in the National Football League (NFL). It occurs when there are two minutes remaining on the game clock in each half of the game. Namely at the end of the second and fourth quarters, and overtime. Most fans take this break in … Read more
In the highly competitive game of football, takeaways are crucial moments that can quickly alter the course of a game. There are different terms for different plays, such as a takeaway. What is a takeaway in football? A takeaway refers to a play where a turnover results in the possession of the football switching between … Read more
In American Football, a variety of terms and abbreviations are used to describe various aspects of the game. One such abbreviation is PAT, but what does PAT mean in football? PAT stands for Point(s) After Touchdown. This term refers to the additional scoring opportunity that a team receives immediately following a touchdown. Understanding the concept … Read more
You may notice when you go to watch baseball games at different baseball stadiums that the dimensions of the field differ from park to park. While the distances are fairly similar at the little league and high school level, the Major League baseball fields are noticeably different. Why are Baseball Fields different sizes? Baseball fields … Read more
In the world of college sports, the term “preferred walk-on” often comes up when discussing an athlete’s potential path to joining a team. A preferred walk-on is a player who is not offered an athletic scholarship but is guaranteed a spot on the team roster. These athletes don’t receive financial assistance but are given the … Read more
Slugging percentage is a crucial statistic in baseball that offers insights into a player’s batting productivity. It takes into account the total number of bases a player achieves per at-bat, with a focus on hits, rather than including walks and hit-by-pitches in its calculation. This sets it apart from metrics like on-base percentage and batting … Read more
I have now used the Louisville Slugger Black Flame Pitching Machine for an entire year of baseball, two seasons. One for the fall league and one for spring for Little League Baseball – Rookie and Minor B Division; ages 6-8 years old. In total, I’ve used the Louisville Slugger Black Flame Pitching Machine for at … Read more
In the world of Major League Baseball (MLB), the assignment of umpires is a crucial element of the game. Umpires play a significant role in maintaining the integrity and fairness of baseball matches, making crucial decisions that can impact the outcome of the game. With their extensive knowledge of the rules and ability to make … Read more
In the world of baseball, a shutout is a significant accomplishment for a pitcher, showcasing their dominance and control over the opposing team’s offense. As I’m sure every starter pitcher does, my goal when starting a game on the mound is to throw a shutout. A shutout occurs when one team, led by a single … Read more
The process of making baseballs has evolved over time from using rubber cores from old, melted shoes to the modern techniques employed by manufacturers today. An official Major League Baseball (MLB) starts with a core made of cork mixed with a small amount of rubber, which is then covered by layers of black and red … Read more