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02.06.12

The WNBA’s Immeasurable Impact Suns News, The W, Womens | (0)
By Ben York / @bjyork In spite of her best efforts to suppress it, a tear slowly began streaming down her face. “Shit,” I thought, feeling like an ass. “I didn’t mean to make her cry…” Sensing my feeling of despair, Jenny’s mom, Gloria, cracked a smile. “It’s alright,” Gloria said, beginning to chuckle. “Thank you for saying something. Most people don’t.” *** Phoenix, AZ – A few minutes before the visiting Charlotte Bobcats tipped off against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center last Saturday, I suddenly felt it was vitally important that I have some cookie dough ice cream. I was there covering the game ...
10.09.11

Top 50: Steve Nash, no. 20 SLAMonline Top 50, Suns News, The W | (0)
by Ben York / @bjyork I pride myself on being ignorant (and by ‘ignorant’ I mean ‘apathetic’) in many facets of life, but after nearly 30 years on this planet there are three things I’m downright sure of: 1. Human beings need food, water and shelter to survive. 2. The Earth is round. Trust me; I’ve seen pictures. 3. When you mention the name Steve Nash, it has to be followed by a conjunction (I.e. ‘but’) or we’ll all die. I’m 100 percent convinced of this. And since I’m not ready to die yet… Steve Nash has phenomenal vision offensively, BUT he’s not a good ...
04.14.11

Open Letter to Steve Nash, Suns NBA, Suns News, The W | (0)
Has Nash played his last game in a Suns uniform? Will/should the Suns trade Steve Nash? Does Nash want to continue playing in Phoenix? These questions have been asked and discussed ad nauseum over the past few years. While it is still unclear if there will even be a NBA season in ‘11-12, one of our writers shares an emotional, personal story on the importance of Steve Nash to the Phoenix Suns. –Ed. by Ben York / @bjyork “What about duct tape? Let’s try that,” I remember saying to my mom in November of 1998. The cheap, regular athletic tape just wasn’t ...
06.10.10

Sunrise NBA, Suns News, The W | (0)
If you type “Goran Dragic” in Google, the first search term automatically generated is “Goran Dragic Game 3″ — and rightfully so. I remember watching that game against the Spurs and, literally, couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I’ve been a staunch supporter of Goran during his time in Phoenix so I knew the guy could ball; but there isn’t a soul on the planet who expected him to drop 23 in the 4th quarter…on 9-11 shooting…in the Conference Semi’s…against the Spurs…in San Antonio…after shooting 3-14 in the first two games in the series. I caught up with Goran a few ...
03.26.10

SLAM/KICKS Represent at Scottsdale’s Hottest Party kicks, Suns News, The W | (0)
by Ben York / @bjyork I had to work late last Friday night. Very late. But before you feel too bad for me, I’d be remiss if I didn’t let you know a few things up front: 1. Yes, I was working, but it was at a party. 2. The theme was “Suits & Sneakers.” Easily the best idea for a classy party ever. 3. It was at The W hotel in Scottsdale, one of the most elegant and luxurious hotels in all of Arizona. 4. Because SLAM has such a high reputation, I had VIP treatment ...