Keeping My Chin Up After The Big Race

By Citizen Correspondent Billy Nelson
I finished tenth in my heat and did not advance to the finals. I was very disappointed in my time, my place, and my overall performance. I feel that my preparation and hard work really didn't pay off with the outcome of the race. I still feel that I am in sub-8:20 shape and should be able to contend for a Top 8 finish at... Full Story »

I'm An 85 Year-Old Boxing Coach

By Citizen Correspondent Thelma Tavares
I’m very strict. The kids will tell you that, but they also think I’m good. If you don’t learn what you’re being taught, then you can’t perform and win. They want to win. How It All Began I married my husband Ray in 1959. I’d been married before and had a boring life: get up, go to work, go... Full Story »

My Close Encounter With Sumo Wrestling

By Citizen Correspondent Samurai Dave
The erosion of my entrenched stereotype began with my first encounter with sumo. This encounter came from the TV broadcasts of the January tournament during my first month in Japan. At that time I was waiting for my new job to start up so I was lean on funds. My entertainment was limited to cheap beer, Doritos and whatever... Full Story »

I'm Competing For Canada In The Beijing Olympics

By Citizen Correspondent Carolyn Murray
I'm very excited to share the news that I have been selected to the 2008 Canadian Olympic team! My performance at the World Championships was not as planned with a disappointing swim, but a strong bike and run. In just over two weeks I will travel to Turkey and race an ITU Continental Cup to get out the race jitters and a... Full Story »

English Premier League Preview: August 23, 24, 25

By Citizen Correspondent Sir Stephen
The second match of the season is very early to start 'needing' to win games, but both Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur will be getting that familiar sinking sfeeling if they don't pick up three points from their opening home league games of the campaign this weekend. Both sides and their fans are well used to false dawns,... Full Story »