Sports – All-Star Mom & Basketball Player!

A Slow Motion Win: My Review on Flame Bearers Podcast About Caster Semenya.

I recently listened to the Flame Bearers' podcast about Caster Semenya. Caster is an acclaimed and world-renowned track and field athlete who has won numerous medals in Olympic competitions. This episode, narrated by Jamie Mittleman delved deep into Caster's background, her accomplishments in sports, and the challenges/backlash faced based on her natural testosterone levels.

Celebrating Women’s History Month – 30 Reasons Why I’m Amazing

When my friend on Instagram (MyTalesfromtheCrib) posted this writing challenge at the beginning of March I looked at the Day 2 theme of “30 Reasons Why I’m Amazing” and knew I wanted to participate. I didn’t think it would take me nearly a month to get my thoughts from my head to the computer. This…

Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons

To celebrate Women’s History Month (March 2021) I have been highlighting women in sports who have not only made a huge impact in the game but also on my life. This edition showcases 5 of my favorite WNBA players. They are all legendary, award winning, trendsetting, motivational, and making groundbreaking moves on and off the…

Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons.-Maya Moore

When it comes to basketball accolades and awards, the name Maya Moore is at the top of nearly every list. Maya is a NCAA Champion, EuroLeague Champion, four-time WNBA Champion, six time WNBA All Star, WNBA MVP, Olympic Gold Medalist, just to name a few. Maya’s game, both offensively and defensively is just silky smooth,…

Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons. -Chamique Holdsclaw

“In New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made ofThere’s nothing you can’t doNow you’re in New YorkThese streets will make you feel brand newBig lights will inspire youLet’s hear it for New YorkNew York, New York…” -Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys The name Chamique Holdsclaw says it all when it…

Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons. -Teresa Weatherspoon

Basketball has and continues to be a huge part of my world. To celebrate Women’s History Month (March 2021) I will highlight women in sports who have not only made a huge impact in sports but also on my life. To tip-off this celebration I am starting with the incomparable Teresa Weatherspoon aka T-Spoon. I…

Mommy Scoreboard’s 🏀 Star Athlete Sunday

(Basketball has and continues to be a huge part of my world. It was basically love at first sight and we’ve been inseparable for three decades. This is my first installment of Star Athlete Sunday where I highlight an athlete that’s made an impression on me both on and off the basketball court. The legendary…

Why I stopped cheating myself!?!

One of my biggest pet peeves is cheating. I’m not fond of cheaters on or off the basketball court. I teach my children about sportsmanship, integrity and respect for the competition. Yet, here I was cheating myself left and right. (Insert Sigh) It took months of being home and adjusting to the uncertainty of times…

Put some R.E.S.P.E.C.T on Mommy’s 🏀 Game

I grew up playing basketball in NYC, more specifically in Brooklyn. My childhood hoop dreams were during the height of the Bulls championship runs, the Shammgod move, the 3 J’s in Dallas, the USA Women’s basketball team destroying everyone, the launch of the WNBA and The American Basketball League. I worked on my crossover, jumpshot…

Whine Vs. Wine Tournament

*This post is humorous in nature and does not reflect my actual parenting skills or wine consumption. If you or someone you know needs support for alcohol use, feel free to check out https://www.alcohol.org/treatment/hotline/ or call 866-842-8161* So let the Tournament begin…Here are the matchups! WHINE WINE I ONLY WANT MY SIBLINGS TOYS RIESLING DOING…