There are talks about sports making a comeback soon and we are excited about it! All sports, both collegiate and professional, have been on hold due to the Corona virus pandemic, also known as COVID-19. As of June 1, 2020 most, if not all, sports will return in phases.  All owners will allow teams to train or practice in their facilities with restrictions, such as independent workouts, wearing face masks, and practicing social distancing.  Testing for all players will be made available.  This includes, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Soccer, Golf, UFC Fighting and NASCAR Racing.  All sports have taken a financial hit due to COVID-19. Upon return, there will be NO SPECTATORS ALLOWED at sports events. This will be the new normal for sports until this pandemic has ended. 

 

NASCAR
Nascar became the first American sport to reopen after suspending its season since the COVID-19 Pandemic. All guidelines of social distancing were followed.  There were no spectators allowed.  Denny Hamlin won The Toyota 500 @ Darlington Raceway.  This is Hamlin’s second victory of the season.

CONGRATULATIONS DENNY!!!!!

MMA-ANGEL CORCHADO
MMA Fighter, Angel Corchado, 33, was killed in a car crash in South Florida.  Corchado collided with a traffic light pole on Saturday, May 16, 2020, in Lake Worth Beach, Florida.  He was not wearing his seat belt at the time.  Our condolences to the family and friends.

WWE--SHAD GASPARD
WWE Fighter, Shad Gaspard died while saving his son from drowning.  Gaspard and his son Aryeh, were swimming in the ocean at Venice Beach in Los Angeles, California.  Shad lost sight of his son during a rapid tide. Shad rescued his son, however, he got caught in the riptide and lifeguards were unable to revive him.  Shad was pronounced dead.
 

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
The Corona Virus Pandemic has also impacted Major League Soccer.  There were 19 reported cases of Covid—19 in major league soccer. The coaches and the players are slowly returning to training and independent workouts.  All are required to wear masks and practice social distancing and take the necessary precautions for everyone to remain safe.  Some teams are testing all members as part of the return to play protocol.
                   
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER HAS CANCELLED THE 2020 ALL STAR GAME

The International Soccer League has resumed some play.  After clearing the league, the World was able to watch Germany’s Bundesliga League return to play. The Burussia Dortmund Team defeated Schalke 4-0, and FC Bayern Munich defeated Union Berlin 2-0.

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GOLF
According to The National Golf Foundation, 44% of golf courses nationwide were still allowing play during Covid—19.  Through the first weekend of May, 79% of U.S. golf courses were open for play.  There are three states that remain closed to golf with no plans to open soon.  Those state are, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Vermont.

Most golf courses have mandated restrictions such as no spectators, you must wear a mask, and everyone must practice social distancing.  All resorts and retail shops must slowly reopen with restrictions.  National Golf Day was celebrated on May 6, 2020.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
As of March 21, 2020, major League Baseball suspended the remainder of Spring Training and delayed the start of the 2020 regular season in response to the Covid—19 pandemic.  Teams are committed to playing as many games as possible when the season resumes.   There are talks about the players and the association doing a 50/50 salary split.  All 30 teams believe the most important thing is that everyone does their best to stay healthy and safe.  Stay tuned for Opening Day!

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
The 2020 National Football Draft on April 23-25, was a Virtual Success.  Due to Corona Virus Pandemic, the NFL Draft picks were in an isolated area practicing social distancing.  There were 255 selections, 32 teams over three days.
The Philadelphia Eagles had 10 picks on the board.
-Round 1: pick # 21: Jalen Reagor, WR from TCU
-Round 2: pick # 53: Jalen Hurts, QB from Oklahoma
-Round 3: pick # 103: Davion Taylor, OLB from Colorado
-Round 4: pick # 127: K’Von Wallace, S from Clemson
-Round 4: pick # 145: Jack Driscoll, OT from Auburn
-Round 5: pick # 168: John Hightower, WR from Boise
-Round 6: pick # 196: Shaun Bradley, LB from Temple
-Round 6: pick # 200: Quez Walkins, WR from Southern Mississippi
-Round 6: pick # 210: Pince Tega Wanegho,  OT from Auburn
-Round 7: pick # 233: Casey Toohill, OLB from Stanford

The number 1 draft pick went to The Cincinnati Bengals.  The Bengals selected QB, Joe Borrow from L.S.U.

CONGRATULATIONS TO RETURNING RUNNING BACK FOR THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES, COREY CLEMENT!

COREY AND THE EAGLES HAVE AGREED TO A ONE YEAR CONTRACT.  COREY HAS HEALED FROM HIS PAST INJURIES, AND HE IS READY TO GET BACK TO EAGLE NATION.  COREY UNDERSTANDS THAT THIS IS A BUSINESS AT THE END OF THE DAY AND HE IS READY TO SECURE HIS SPOT ON THE TEAM.
IN HIS ABSENCE, COREY’S TWO TEAM MEMBERS STEPPED UP ON THE RUNNING BACK CREW,  MILES SANDERS AND BOSTON SCOTT.
 

COREY WILL HAVE TO PUT IN THE WORK TO BE ABLE TO HAVE AN IMPACT ON THIS TEAM.  
COREY COMMITS TO PUTTING IT ALL ON THE LINE BECAUSE HE WANTS TO BE A PHILADELPHIA EAGLE.

AGAIN, CONGRATULATIONS COREY AND THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES!!!

 

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
May is Playoff month for the NBA.  Instead, the league has been suspended since March due to Corona Virus.  There were several players who tested positive for Covid—19.  Recently, the NBA owners have opened up some of the facilities for players to work out individually, practicing social distancing and wearing protective gear such as face masks.  Some players have been working out at their homes with trainers staying physically and mentally fit. 

There have been talks between the owners about prospective places to resume basketball play.  The NBA had discussions with Disney World and Las Vegas to complete the 2020 season.  The League is weighing their options, however, League Commissioner, Adam Silver insists that play will not resume until it is safe for everyone in the league.

 

We'll be happy when fans and players can return to playing sports as usual.

 

By Danette Clement
 

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