JUNE 21, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Siblings Triumph in Tae Kwon Do Journey. Impact: Had the Lopez siblings not gone to Beijing, the entire U.S. tae kwon do scene might have remained in relative obscurity, possibly leading to a world where karate was still the 'cool' martial art. Imagine a universe full of bad 80s action movies devoid of high-flying kicks.. Fact: Did you know that if the Lopez family had taken up knitting instead, we might have seen the rise of competitive knitting championships? Watch out for the Yarn Olympics!.
• Headline: Tennis Players' Quirky Rituals and Superstitions. Impact: The bizarre habits of these players have led to an unforeseen increase in the number of tennis players taking up their own odd rituals, which ultimately resulted in a new Olympic sport: 'Tennis Rituals.' This includes things like tapping the ground before every serve and wearing mismatched socks.. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever see a player bouncing the ball 37 times before serving, it’s not superstition—it’s just them trying to remember the score..
• Headline: Double-Barreled Pitcher Provides Shot of Confusion. Impact: Pat Venditte’s ambidextrous antics led to a whole new generation of confused little leaguers trying to pitch with both hands, creating a worldwide movement known as 'Pitcher’s Dilemma.' This also resulted in extreme debates over which hand was 'dominant.'. Fact: Did you know that Venditte's debut game caused so much confusion that even the umpires had to check their own hands to see which one was right? Talk about a real 'pitch'!.
• Headline: Not Ebbets Field, but Close Enough. Impact: This act of Mets fans seeking solace in Coney Island may have inadvertently led to the creation of a new ballpark food item: the 'Mets’ Meltdown Sundae,' a concoction of sadness and sprinkles. It’s now a fan favorite.. Fact: Did you know that Coney Island is actually home to a roller coaster called 'The Cyclone'? Seems fitting for Mets fans who ride the emotional highs and lows of their team's season..