Christopher O'Donnell
From high school to college to my bigtime gig (not really) at a weekly football publication, covering the sports beat has always been an interest to me since the day my high school journalism teacher told me to rewrite a mangled story regarding the exploits of the school's lacrosse team. Apparently she was impressed with my scribbling and I began to realize I actually had a purpose in life.
My rollercoaster ride along corporate America's cruel and uncertain path saw numerous layoffs and rehirings, resulting in a career change to the teaching field. Before the move I worked for Sports Eye Inc., where I wrote for the company's various publications that included College & Pro Football Weekly, Sportsform and the illustrious Platinum Sheet. Just don't ask about my handicapping record for NFL picks.
Since the days of the early eighties, I've been a disgruntled Buffalo Bills fan who may never see his team lift the Lombardi trophy. The late nineties saw me ease up on other sports and get interested about soccer--a sport I played a good deal in my life. Now I never miss a U.S. National team game and vow to put any and all Euro snobs in their proper place.
CO'D
Latest Articles
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Irish Hopes Rest on Trapattoni
The Republic of Ireland's appointment of Italian manager Giovanni Trapattoni recalls an earlier era when a certain Englishman called the shots.
Sep 3, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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UEFA Unveils Champions League Draw
The much-anticipated draw for the 2008-2009 European Champion League showcased a smattering of usual suspects as well as some new faces to the continental tournament.
Aug 28, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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U.S. Knocked Out of Olympics
The United States were bounced from the Men's Olympic Soccer Tournament not for a lack of talent or courage, but rather poor fouls and bad decisions.
Aug 15, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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Argentina Soccer Gold Medal Favorites
The 22nd edition of the men's Olympic Soccer competition will commence on August 7th, with all the media heavies pegging Argentina as the overwhelming favorite.
Aug 3, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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Red Bulls Finally Make Moves
New York Red Bulls waited three or four months to upgrade its sagging club, but these recent acquisitions may be too late to generate a playoff push.
Jul 30, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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MLS Pay Dispute Casts Cloud
The growing realization that MLS clubs can outperform, let alone compete with formidable Mexican opponents has been dampened somewhat by the haggling of money.
Jul 22, 2008
- Christopher O'Donnell
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