Cory Jefferson interview

Today we got to interview Nets rookie Cory Jefferson. People have given him the nickname "re-bounder specialist" and other names like that. Read how he responds to that name and so much more!

1) At what point did you realize that playing Basketball professionally is a possibility? 

 I first realized that I had a chance of playing professionally during my redshirt sophomore year..

2)What was your greatest moment in college basketball?

 Beating Kansas in Waco / playing in the NCAA tourney my senior year..

3)What was your mindset prior to declaring for the draft?

I just wanted to live out my dream of playing in the NBA..

4) What was your thoughts the night before and the night of the draft?

 The night before I just kept thinking of how it would feel to hear my name called on draft night; the night of the draft, I just had whole lot of thoughts and emotions.

5) At any point at the draft did you think you may not be drafted?

There was a point during the draft where I was telling teams that I didn't want to be drafted because they wanted to send me straight overseas..

6)Which player would you call your role model or inspiration?

I didn't really have role models growing up but my favorite players to watch and learn from were Tim Duncan and KG.

7) How did it feel being drafted to Brooklyn? Where you ever a fan of them?

 I didn't really grow up having a favorite team but I love being a Net..

8) On your instagram you posted a picture of you in a Brooklyn hat. Did you want to be drafted by the Nets?

 I wanted to be drafted by whatever team wanted me..

9) What are you looking forward to this season?

I'm looking forward most to being out on the floor with that Nets jersey on and contributing to my team..

10) Nets Daily called you the "rebound specialist", what do you say to that?  Do you agree with that title?

 

I like that title, I think it shows everybody how hard I work on the court..

11) What advice would you give to someone trying to fulfill their dream in general and specifically in basketball?

To anybody trying to accomplish their dreams I would just say don't let anybody tell you what you can't do … and to the ones with dreams of playing professionally, be the person that works the hardest and be around the people that want to work hard.. 

Thanks Cory!

Luis Collazo Interview

Tomorrow night in Brooklyn will be a major fight for pride at the Barclays center. I have the privilege to attend and enjoy the match. This fight besides being a fight for pride will show Brooklyn once more how diverse we are. In the Barclays we have seen the top singers,Basketball and now boxing.


Tomorrows match  is Luis Collazo V.S Victor Ortiz. I will be tweeting live @Interviewking1 and I am hoping to have a lot of fun!

Today I had the opportunity to interview one of the stars of the match and world champion Luis Collazo. ( Interview is posted below) it is quote for quote and nothing has been changed.

1) Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

I'm a former world champion n current wba international champion. I think I been underrated all my career but I love it cause it makes me work harder to prove people wrong.

2)Tomorrow night you will be taking on Victor Ortiz,what are you looking forward to about the match?

ooo man I get to perform for the boxing fans. I love giving the fans a great outing n excitement cause that's my job as a fighter.

3)What is your regular routine on fight day?

well wake up eat breakfast go back home watch tv n stay off the legs as much as possible til fight time.

4)what was it like going in to the match on April 2, 2005?

a life changing moment you trained so hard for so many years n now that moment you been waiting for has presented itself.

5) What did winning on April 2, 2005 mean to you?

everything cause I had accomplished my dream as a fighter. It's the best feeling as a fighter 

6) What advice would you give to someone trying to pursue a career in some sort of fighting art?

.to give it there all don't worry what people say cause theirs always someone trying to bring your goals n dreams down. Stay focus n have faith in God n them selfs. Cause with God all things are possible.

7)Do you have a way fans can stay in touch? Twitter,Fanmail...

yes they can reach me @RealLuiscollazo on Twitter n instagram

Last nights VIP Nets game

Joe Johnson signing autographs
for fans pre game.

Hi everyone!
So I went to a Nets game and that game changed my life! The experience was so surreal and I still can't wrap my mind around the experience:

So,I get to the game and like usual I start to hand out my business card. So I got to meet Ian Eagle-TV reporter from YES network,I got to speak to Billy King,Gary Susman,Brett Yormark and others.

After the game I started to talking to an executive from the NBA,Mr. Robison. He was super cool and gave me passes to meet the Magics VIP. After I was meeting all the Magics I see him running at me. He starts to tell me "Glad you didn't leave,here,take these passes and go to the VIP club to meet some of the Nets! My mouth dropped and I couldn't believe it! It was insane! A memory I will never forget

Me with Ian Eagle

Bill Curry ineterview

Here is an interview with an NFL legend,Bill Curry.

1)Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

I am a seventy one year old person who has been blessed in many ways. I am have been married to a wonderful woman for fifty one years, and we somehow love each other more now than ever before. Carolyn is the light of my life. Our family includes two grown, married children and six grandchildren. We treasure every moment with them. I was raised by thoughtful, caring people in the Christian tradition. We were taught to respect all faiths and all people, and I do not subscribe to the notion that one religion has all the answers. This past fall was the first season in 58 years that I did not have a fulltime job in the sport of football. Needless to say it was a time of adjustment, but one filled with happiness since I could be with family and friends on a regular basis at their events, rather than “my” team’s events. All my career I have spent my time and energy seeking to serve my student-athletes, and many of them remain in touch, and that is an added joy.

2) How did you start your career in football?

Involuntarily! I went out in high school (eighth grade) and hated every minute of football. I would have quit except for my father. He had not made me go out, but did require that I finish what I had begun. All I wanted was to pitch for the NY Yankees. As time passed I began to see that my only route to Yankee stadium was through hiking a football, and I began to love my teammates, the huddle, and the demanding contests. I did indeed play in Yankee Stadium, only not in the pinstripes, and not with a round ball! (The Giants used to play home games there, and we played against them when I was with the Baltimore Colts and Houston Oilers. Each of those teams has obviously moved.)

3)How did you feel coming in to the first Super Bowl as the starting center?

We were excited, and ready to play. I was injured and had to leave the game, but it was great fun for our team. Kansas City was better than anyone imagined, but we had a great football team and Coach Lombardi was in rare form.

4)What does it mean to be the first super bowl winning center?

I don’t think it means very much as a specific experience. There were many years of NFL football before we started calling the championship “Super.” In the minds of modern culture there is an unhealthy disconnect, as if nothing counts that occurred prior to 1966. I think it is very unfair to the men who came before us and established the NFL.

5) In the Super Bowl against Joe Namath was the team scared to play him,especially after he'd guaranteed he'd win that season?

Joe is a good guy and a friend of mine, but we laughed at his saying such a thing. Our record was 15-1 at the time, and Jets, while they were a good team, were not awe inspiring. They beat us because they played well, and because we turned the ball over again and again, not because Joe predicted it. We beat them the next four times we played, but nobody knows or cares.

6) What did it mean to you becoming the Coach of the same college you attended?

It was awe-inspiring. Georgia Tech has a great tradition of scholarship and excellence on and off the field. We had fallen on hard times, and the responsibility to bring the program back to respect was a powerful obligation.

7) As a coach, did you realise new aspects of the game that you didn't see as a player?

I was terribly underprepared to be a head coach, and had to learn every day. There was so much I didn’t know! There is still a great deal I don’t know.

8) Do you wear your super bowl rings daily? Is it your most cherished item from the NFL?

I do indeed love the rings, because they symbolize my teammates, and the synergy we were privileged to build. Sadly, my fingers are so swollen from arthritis I can no longer wear them. I look at them and remember my buddies. The friendships are the most cherished aspect of the NFL experience.

9) Do you have any of your own or other players memorabilia from when you played?

I have a few footballs, jerseys, helmets, bowl watches, and programs.

10) What advice would you give someone attempting to pursue a career in football? 

Be very careful. We are learning more every day about brain trauma, and its devastating consequences. Know what you are getting into. Football has become a twelve month obligation because of the training required. Be sure the coaches are people of character, and that they teach eternal values, including respect for all people. They will leave their marks on every child…for better or worse.

11) Is there a way fans can contact you for autographs or just to talk?

I can be contacted through our website: www.billcurry.net. I am always happy to communicate if possible.

Monday nights Nets game

Jason Kidd being awesome and making a plan
which with Garnett and the team which
ended up making a world of a difference in the fourth quarter

Hello Nets fans! Sorry for the delay in this post. I haven't been feeling great.

I arrive at around 6:00 excited to be going to a Nets game. I was also lucky to be able to have a planned "meeting" with Brett Yormark,CEO of Nets and Barclays. He is one of my entrepreneurial idles.  I also had many other surprises. Look at the schedule below to find out more.

6:20 Walk in Barclays.

6:25 I start to get food for FREE,thanks to our free food tickets.

6:45 meet radio broadcasters, speak to them and relax a bit.

6:55 Dominique Wilkins (one of the best dunkers ever) is talking to me from the court.

7:05 I am watching Joe Johnson shoot around and taking about 80 free throws in a row. He also slapped me five.

7:15 center is starting to get crowded and the players walk out. I try to get Jason Kidd's attention and I got him to look at me.

7:25 GM Billy King walks in and I, of course was in awe. I went over to him for an autograph and a picture.

7: 30 it's right before Tip Off and I thought" I guess Brett wasn't able to come". But I hear "Michael,Michael" being called. I turn around and there is Brett! He was super nice and a really good person. I was so excited to even ask the questions I wanted to. I gave him my business card and he told me he will try to work something out with me. WOW!

7:35 Tip off!!!!!!!

8:30 I see my seats on the screen with a woman and her friend. I then hear them playing-Monsters-IT'S RHIANA! I am sitting two seats away from Rhiana. I got to speak to her a bit and she smiled at me numerous times!


10:00 I got to meet Ian Eagle from SNY!


WOW! WHAT A NIGHT!

Nets Beat Cavaliers

One of Williams's top shots this evening.
Picture taken from Nets official photos

Tonights Nets players (Deron Williams – 21,  Paul Pierce – 17, Andray Blatche – 12) scored in double figures.

The Nets had a solid first half where they built a 51-38 lead only to see it evaporate in the third quarter where the advantage diminished 27-16.

Nets regained the win against the Cavs 22-17 in the fourth quarter to close the win.

Reggie Evans scored eight points and grabbed a game-high 11 rebounds for Brooklyn.

This is the only second time this year the Nets have put a winning streak together with back-to-back wins. 

Jason Kidd has done it again!

Mondays' Nets game!

Nets official logo.

I will be attending the Nets VS Hawks game on Monday. I am so excited! I will be there early to try to meet Jason Kidd! He is by far my favorite player ever! I will most definitely post about  my experience. I will make my way around the court,meet executives and celebrities like usual. 

Mondays' prediction is a WIN! I have been rebirthed with new hope and pride after last nights win. Jason did a great job and so did all the players. Williams kept his head up high and Johnson scored final points to win the game with a buzzer beater. 

SEE YA ALL SOON!

Jets win and have a season of pride

WOW! It's over? Are you sure? NOO! I love to watch Sunday football. Oh well.

The last game of the season the Jets beat Miami in a game which was crucial for Miami. The Jets beat the Giants record this year and have shown a lot of progress.

Rex has been confirmed to be back next year. he also gave an emotional speech today: http://www.newyorkjets.com/videos/videos/EXCLUSIVE-Rexs-Postgame-Locker-Room-Speech/f1f63792-df6c-44f3-99d4-ea4f40b1aade

Nick Young Interview

Nick Young INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPTS! Universal Interview (By Nick Young) 1.     How does Kobe returning from his injury going to help your team? "I think it's going to help us out a lot. He's one of the best players to play this game so it can't help but better us out there on the court. 2.     What have you learned most about Kobe, with your experience on the same team?"The work ethic is for real. How intense he plays, the way he carries himself, the professionalism. Just Kobe, that aura."

Geno Smith and Rex Ryan

Geno: 

Geno has a lot of raw talent. As a Jets fan I think Geno is part of the solution. He needs to be coached better. To say Geno is the problem isn't true.

If Geno is to improve he needs to have better receivers and a better workout routine. Ultimately, this offseason will be a big decision maker for the Jets. They can change like the Mets are doing in baseball and make a few changes which will give big results.

Sad that the changes couldn't have been last year. If the Jets would have been in the superbowl in their own stadium would have been very memorable.

Rex: 

Rex should stay at least another year. He is a good person and has potential. No one knows for sure if he is above average because he hasn't been given a team which would be able to utilize their potential and Rex's skills.

I vote we keep him and upgrade the team and see how well he does then. Otherwise we have really no answers either way.