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		<title>Checking On-line For Fashion In Ladies Jodhpurs</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 07:34:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cecil Nguyen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ladies jodhpurs, or riding pants that go to the ankle, have metamorphosed from drab functionalism into high fashion. Designer jodhpurs are advertised online just like dresses and shoes, with the name telling you all you need to know. Once as strictly functional and conventional as a uniform, these riding pants can now be colored like the rainbow and sexy as short shorts.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies jodhpurs, or riding pants that go to the ankle, have metamorphosed from drab functionalism into high fashion. Designer jodhpurs are advertised online just like dresses and shoes, with the name telling you all you need to know. Once as strictly functional and conventional as a uniform, these riding pants can now be colored like the rainbow and sexy as short shorts.</p>
<p>Jodhpurs are an eastern, oriental kind of riding pants brought back to England by the British who were stationed in India. Made fashionable in the mother country by polo players, jodhpurs became accepted for hacking and informal hunting. Flared at the hip to allow free movement when astride, the pants fit closely below the knee, protecting the lower leg from rubbing against the leather of the saddle and stirrup straps. They were designed to use with low boots, known as paddock boots.</p>
<p>Jodhpurs differ from breeches in that they are meant to be worn with short boots, so they extend to a cuff at the ankle, may have a strap that passes under the instep to keep them from riding up, and are reinforced to protect the inner leg from rubbing against the stirrup leathers. Breeches extend to mid-calf and have no cuff. They are designed to be worn with tall boots that come to the knee. They used to be considered more formal than jodhpurs and were seldom worn by children.</p>
<p>Modern jodhpurs have little in common with those worn until the 1970s. The modern stretch fabrics have made it possible to have close-fitting pants that are flexible enough to allow unrestricted movement of the hip and upper leg. There is no flare at all in ladies riding pants now, and traditional colors of rust and tan have completely gone by the board. Today riders can show in bright pink to support breast cancer research without anyone blinking an eye.</p>
<p>Color has come into its own as well. The full range of white, beige, cream, tan, rust, grey, black, brown, and blue is compounded by two-tone designs, racing stripes down the leg, and designer names in bold lettering. Functional knee patches can be long or short, and full seat styles have the entire inner seat and leg made of a clingy material. These patches can be unobtrusive or wild enough to stop traffic when you gallop by.</p>
<p>Jodhpurs, once strictly functional and proper, now have sex appeal. If the mere fact that they hug every curve is not enough, there are ones with brightly contrasting colors, wild seat patches, and stripes down the leg. Designers make their fashionable lines and even put their name on here or there. Even full-figured ladies sally forth in skin-tight riding gear that fits like a glove.</p>
<p>The full seat models can have panels that match the rest of the outfit to be unobtrusive or can be in wild contrast, as if to shout &#8220;Look at me!&#8221; Those pants are decidedly sexy. There are classic styles as well, for the times when personality must take a back seat to professionalism. All of the styles can be seen online, as the manufacturers have photo galleries and details with a click of your mouse.</p>
<p>Ordering is done with a waist measurement and inseam length. There are many fabrics and blends, from cotton cord to all sorts of patented stretchy stuff. You will find many international riding clothes suppliers eager to give you exactly the style of ladies jodhpurs you are looking for.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/Jodphurs/1737/1">Jodphurs</a> are ankle length riding pants. The <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/Jodphurs/1737/2">Jodphurs</a> we have are really fashionable, yet nice to wear both at the same time. It is something you need to try out.</p>
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		<title>Comparing Nike Vs Callaway Golf Drivers</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2011 07:36:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Claude Flament</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Also called ?1 wood?, the driver in golf is considered the longest as well as the lowest-lofted wood. On the other hand, wood in golf is that particular type of golf club generally used to hit the ball at greater distances. Most golfers are looking for the best drivers that they can make use of. There are a lot of posts from numerous golf-related sites over the internet that discusses driver comparisons such as ?Nike vs. Callaway drivers? and other similar comparisons. Other brands of golf products are also available for comparison such as Taylor Made, Titleist, Mizuno, Wilson, and still others.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Also called ?1 wood?, the driver in golf is considered the longest as well as the lowest-lofted wood. On the other hand, wood in golf is that particular type of golf club generally used to hit the ball at greater distances. Most golfers are looking for the best drivers that they can make use of. There are a lot of posts from numerous golf-related sites over the internet that discusses driver comparisons such as ?Nike vs. Callaway drivers? and other similar comparisons. Other brands of golf products are also available for comparison such as Taylor Made, Titleist, Mizuno, Wilson, and still others.</p>
<p>Distinction between Nike and Callaway Drivers</p>
<p>The center of gravity is perfectly positioned to maximize stability in the Callaway FT-9 Driver. The fusion design and construction of the driver with its Titanium cup face and carbon composite body is responsible for this. This design along with the Hyperbolic Face Technology helps to increase ball speeds across the whole clubface for optimum distance and stability.</p>
<p>You can start laying out your comparison chart of ?Nike vs. Callaway drivers? after having your firsthand experience in using both brands. To do this, you must enumerate the advantages and disadvantages, pointing out several important aspects as structure, strength, price, materials used, version, model type, and of course, the performance. These factors can help you conclude which of the two brands suits your golf-playing needs best. Both brands have their own disadvantages and drawbacks. You just have to decide as to which one is of more benefit to you.</p>
<p>How to Compare Different Golf Drivers</p>
<p>There are also some of you who are not really into the ?Nike vs. Callaway drivers? comparisons and are also considering other brands of golf drivers. If that sounds like you, be sure to do your comparisons right. Learn more on how to do comparison of the different golf drivers. You can check on the size, type of material used in making the club, driver?s face angle, length of the golf driver, as well as the shaft material of each of those brands.</p>
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		<title>What To Consider Masters Of Business Administration In New Castle</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 07:37:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lillian Powell</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting a satisfactory job requires the right skills and best qualifications. Moving up the ladder to a managerial position means, advancing in life. The only way to do this is to go back to school to pursue an MBA or masters of business administration in New Castle. This a great alternative for working individuals who wish to advance or change their careers as well as college graduates who intend to increase their skills.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting a satisfactory job requires the right skills and best qualifications. Moving up the ladder to a managerial position means, advancing in life. The only way to do this is to go back to school to pursue an MBA or masters of business administration in New Castle. This a great alternative for working individuals who wish to advance or change their careers as well as college graduates who intend to increase their skills.</p>
<p>The main reason to enroll for MBA classes is to gain more knowledge. However, other reasons contribute and they may vary from one person to another. Individuals contemplating to enroll should consider many issues. They should understand everything that comes with it including the benefits and drawbacks. It is easier to enroll knowing what to expect than vice versa.</p>
<p>MBA is usually given to individuals after completing a two year course in university. The course provides training in business management practices and theories. The certification shows that an individual is equipped with relevant knowledge and skills of management found in various sectors in modern corporations. Individuals can command high salaries in many industries after completion.</p>
<p>The best time to enroll for the programs differs from person to person. To qualify one must have a bachelor&#8217;s degree. Changing careers is a very difficult decision to make. It requires dedication and willingness. College graduates interested in an MBA can enroll for one though not advisable. Most colleges only admit graduates who have had considerable amount of experience.</p>
<p>It is tougher hunting for a job with an MBA direct from college. Very few companies are ready to individuals with no experience. College graduates therefore should ensure they go out work for a few years before deciding to enroll for the course. Other factors to consider are costs and financial position. Candidates should evaluate their money resources to determine whether to join part time or full time programs.</p>
<p>Over the past few years there has been an increase in the number of people who enroll for MBA programs. This has led to an influx hence, reducing chances of getting a good job. Candidates should evaluate these implications before selecting any MBA program to increase their chances of getting a job.</p>
<p>Masters of business administration in New castle are wonderful options for individuals who want to improve their lives and professions. However before deciding, it is always important to consult and get career counseling from a professional. </p>
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		<title>Why Would Anyone Play With A Pump Paintball Marker?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:28:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Garrett Maxwell</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People who don&#8217;t play pump paintball ask this question a lot. A pump may be seen as a disadvantage, but there are several reasons why a player would choose to play with one.</p>
<p>A pump paintball marker is a disadvantage on the field, in terms of rate of fire. That is the simple truth about them. You can&#8217;t shoot nearly as fast as an electronic marker. The low BPS (balls per second) ability of a pump makes others wonder why in the world anyone would want to use one. Below are just a few reasons why players choose to play with them.</p>
<p>First off, playing with a pump is a huge money saver. It is no secret that paintball is expensive. It is extremely expensive if you play regularly and have the latest and greatest gear. If you don&#8217;t want to go the route of chasing the newest upgrades, and the latest fastest marker, getting a pump is a much cheaper option. CCI, Tippmann, and Arrow Precision make durable and dependable pump guns. They are much cheaper than a brand new high-end electronic gun too. Besides saving money on gear, you also will will drastically save money on paint because you can&#8217;t shoot 15+ balls in a second. With all the money you&#8217;ll save, you&#8217;ll be able to play more frequently, and longer.</p>
<p>There are some people out there, believe it or not, that live for a challenge. They enjoy pushing themselves and seeing how much they can accomplish. They are the kind of people who would rather take the hardest trail up a mountain rather than the easiest. These kind of people enjoy playing with a pump because if offers a challenge for them. They thrive on being outgunned.</p>
<p>Many people argue whether or not playing pump makes you into a better player. Honestly I don&#8217;t see how there is an argument. The bottom line is that when you are playing with a pump, in order to take out opponents and survive you have to play smarter and more effectively, because you have a big rate of fire disadvantage. You have to compensate for your low rate of fire by making smarter moves, finding better angles, and making all of your shots count. Because you can&#8217;t shoot as fast each shot needs to be accurately shot. Playing pump builds these skills by forcing you to use them. With an electronic marker it is too easy to just spray paint and hope one hits someone. You would be incredibly ineffective if you tried that with a pump.</p>
<p>There you have just a few of the reasons why someone would want to play this way. Playing with a low rate of fire helps you save a ton of money on expensive paintballs. It also gives you an exciting challenge, and helps you build up your skills. Snap-shooting, moving on the field, strategy, and accuracy are all skills pump play can help you build up.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/Pump_paintball/1307/1">Pump paintball</a> is a ton of fun to play. For more reasons why you should get a pump, read <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/Why_Pump_Paintball/1307/2">Why Pump Paintball</a>?</p>
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		<title>Atlanta Manhandles San Francisco In NFL Play</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:13:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's obvious that the San Francisco 49ers are heading in the right direction under Mike Singletary, but you couldn't tell by watching their game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. The Falcons scored six touchdowns against the Niners, with running back Michael Turner accounting for three of the scores as Atlanta routed San Francisco by a lopsided 45-10 final score. It was the Niners' worst defeat since a 41-0 loss back in 2006 under former coach Mike Nolan. San Francisco fell to 3-2 with the defeat while the Falcons improved to 3-1.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s obvious that the San Francisco 49ers are heading in the right direction under Mike Singletary, but you couldn&#8217;t tell by watching their game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. The Falcons scored six touchdowns against the Niners, with running back Michael Turner accounting for three of the scores as Atlanta routed San Francisco by a lopsided 45-10 final score. It was the Niners&#8217; worst defeat since a 41-0 loss back in 2006 under former coach Mike Nolan. San Francisco fell to 3-2 with the defeat while the Falcons improved to 3-1.</p>
<p>The NFL betting lines had the game listed as a &#8216;PICK&#8217;, giving the Falcons the ATS win with their easy straight up victory. It was the 49ers first loss against the spread this season, while Atlanta upped their record to 3-1 to the money.</p>
<p>After the game, the fiery Singletary apologized for cussing out former 49er and current Falcons&#8217; lineman Harvey Dahl:</p>
<p>&#8220;I&#8217;ll put it this way: I wish I had more coaching etiquette. I don&#8217;t. I love my players and when someone responds about my players in a particular way, I may do some things I shouldn&#8217;t do. I have to get better at those things as time goes on. Even though the player was talking to me, I should not have said what I said. It wasn&#8217;t anything bad, it was just something that shouldn&#8217;t have happened.&#8221;</p>
<p>Roddy White set a Falcons&#8217; record with 210 receiving yards, and was assessed an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty on his second touchdown of the day. With his team in full control, Atlanta coach Mike Smith had to be amused:</p>
<p>&#8220;He didn&#8217;t hit the landing because if he hits the landing it&#8217;s not a 15-yard penalty. I told him if he&#8217;s going to do it, it needs to be Olga Korbut. And he looked at me like he doesn&#8217;t know who Olga Korbut is. Then I told him, &#8216;Well, maybe Mary Lou Retton.&#8217; And then I figure that&#8217;s &#8217;86, he doesn&#8217;t know who Mary Lou Retton is. It went right over his head and my head.&#8221;</p>
<p>Smith admitted that he hadn&#8217;t been in top form so far this season:</p>
<p>&#8220;I felt like I haven&#8217;t been playing well up to this point in the season. Me and coach Smith had a talk. He was like, &#8216;You gotta get back to being yourself again. You gotta go out there and be the old Roddy. No pressure. Just go out there and play.&#8217;&#8221;</p>
<p>The Falcons will return home on Sunday to host the Chicago Bears. They&#8217;ll play their next two on the road, traveling to Texas for a game against the Dallas Cowboys the following week and to New Orleans to face the Saints on Monday, November 2. The 49ers will have a bye this week before traveling to Houston to play the Texans on October 25. They&#8217;ll play at Indianapolis the following Sunday before returning home to take on the Tennessee Titans on November 8.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published freelance writer and a noted authority on <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sports_gambling/902/1">sports gambling</a> and horse racing. He contributes <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/NFL_betting_picks/902/2">NFL betting picks</a> for a number of media outlets. He lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a retired racing wombat.</p>
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		<title>Air Jordan Sneakers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:13:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Imad Zacky</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Description</p>
<p>Air Jordan sneakers are a variety of sneakers which were around for quite a while. The thought of these Air Jordan sneakers was put forward by none other than Michael Jordan himself. There were over 20 pairs of Air Jordan sneakers released through the years. And even the most die-hard Michael Jordan fan would have had some trouble getting their hands on all these kind of sneakers. Now however the Air Jordan clothing range has additionally been released and they fit in well with a couple of Air Jordan sneakers on your feet.</p>
<p>Availability</p>
<p>Availability for some Air Jordan sneakers can be an issue. Searching for the perfect pair of Air Jordan sneakers can take you sometime. You may know which pair you want but you will have trouble looking for the right spot to purchase them. Depending on which Air Jordan sneakers you want availability might be an issue. There are a few pairs of these Air Jordan sneakers that have sold out very quickly straight after they&#8217;ve been released. However there are companies that still have certain sets of Air Jordan&#8217;s available for purchase. If you wish to buy these Air Jordan sneakers in bulk then you&#8217;re more than welcome to create a purchase at our website. In most cases better to purchase a set of Air Jordan sneakers online, as they normally are cheaper in price. High street stores want to lower their prices in a bid to win the battle with these online stores. But it would appear that they are losing this battle as many more people are turning to the Internet so as to get cheaper products.</p>
<p>Materials</p>
<p>The materials used for a set of Air Jordan sneakers will greatly depend on which kind of Air Jordan&#8217;s you need to buy. The earlier pairs were made from plastic, while the later pairs of Air Jordan&#8217;s were made of leather, thus making better Air Jordan sneakers. This can then justify the high cost that is on nearly every pair of Air Jordan sneakers. When a new pair of Air Jordan sneakers hit the industry, they seem to always start at the retail price of $150. It&#8217;s not extremely expensive for some, plus if you need to keep yourself current you will not mind spending this sort of money on some Air Jordan sneakers.</p>
<p>Summary</p>
<p>Overall a set of Air Jordan sneakers is worth the money. It&#8217;s not a clear case of a supreme sports player just putting their name onto some brand so that they can make some money. Instead it is a product that Michael Jordan can take huge pride in. He has given his name to a product that is greatly received by the public. The prosperity of these Air Jordan sneakers will expand for many more years.</p>
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		<title>Crosby&#8217;s Shootout Winner Gives Penguins Victory Over Blue Jackets</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 07:14:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Columbus Blue Jackets learned a valuable lesson about NHL hockey on Friday night-it's dangerous to 'sit on a lead' and particularly against the defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins. Down 3-1, Pittsburgh tied the game late in the third period as Ruslan Fedotenko and Alex Goligoski each lit the lamp with less than three minutes remaining. After a scoreless overtime period, Sidney Crosby scored the only goal of the shootout to give the Penguins an improbable 4-3 victory. It was the 9th win in ten games for Pittsburgh, who are a perfect 6-0-0 on the road.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Columbus Blue Jackets learned a valuable lesson about NHL hockey on Friday night-it&#8217;s dangerous to &#8216;sit on a lead&#8217; and particularly against the defending Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins. Down 3-1, Pittsburgh tied the game late in the third period as Ruslan Fedotenko and Alex Goligoski each lit the lamp with less than three minutes remaining. After a scoreless overtime period, Sidney Crosby scored the only goal of the shootout to give the Penguins an improbable 4-3 victory. It was the 9th win in ten games for Pittsburgh, who are a perfect 6-0-0 on the road.</p>
<p>NHL hockey betting enthusiasts cashed wagers on the road underdog Penguins, but on the moneyline at +117 and the puckline. Pittsburgh has gotten off to a great start this year, going 11-2-0 in the first month of the season. Columbus is struggling to stay above .500 at 6-5-1. The 7 combined goals scored went OVER the posted total of 5&#8242;.</p>
<p>Crosby&#8217;s game winning score in overtime wasn&#8217;t exactly the stuff of highlight reels, with the puck barely trickling over the line:</p>
<p>&#8220;It was kind of a fluky. The puck kept going. I don&#8217;t know if he lost it or he didn&#8217;t know where it was or whatever. I just tried a quick shot. I thought he had the save there. It just trickled in.&#8221;</p>
<p>Jackets&#8217; goalie Steve Mason gave this version of events:</p>
<p>&#8220;It hit my stick and I didn&#8217;t get it settled until it was over the line. It just trickled over and I was too late on it.&#8221;</p>
<p>Penguins&#8217; left winger Chris Kunitz scored a shorthanded goal and praised the leadership abilities of team captain Crosby:</p>
<p>&#8220;It shows a lot of character from our captain. He goes out and he&#8217;s never quitting on anything. Sometimes a team goes packing, down by two with 3 minutes left. But he goes out, he&#8217;s on the bench, he&#8217;s saying, &#8216;Let&#8217;s get the next one.&#8217; So we go out there and he finds himself the puck and he gets it to Goligoski, he gets a great shot and puts it in the net to get us to overtime.&#8221;</p>
<p>Columbus&#8217; Rick Nash suggested that his team is having trouble &#8216;closing out&#8217; games:</p>
<p>&#8220;We&#8217;re not closing games. We got the lead in a lot of the games already and just can&#8217;t seem to close it out. They are the defending Stanley Cup champions. You can tell why they&#8217;re such a good team. We are a team that needs to learn how to play with the lead.&#8221;</p>
<p>Pittsburgh will host Minnesota on Saturday night before heading to southern California next week for games against the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks. Columbus will play at Washington on Sunday before hosting the San Jose Sharks next Wednesday. That&#8217;ll be followed by a game in Atlanta against the Thrashers the next night.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published widely published freelance sports writer and highly respected authority on <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/football_betting/813/1">football betting</a>. His writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sportsbook_directory/813/2">sportsbook directory</a> sites. He lives in Northern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.</p>
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		<title>Henderson Tops Cerrone For Interim Lightweight Title</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 07:10:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The oldest fight sport adage in the world is 'styles make fights'. For that reason, no one knew quite what to expect in Saturday's WEC Interim Lightweight Championship battle between Donald Cerrone and Ben Henderson. Henderson was known for his dominating wrestling skills, while Cerrone has a reputation as a punishing striker. Instead of being a clash of styles, however, it was an instance where the differing approaches of the two competitors complimented each other perfectly. The result was a 'fight of the year' candidate bout that Henderson won by unanimous-decision.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The oldest fight sport adage in the world is &#8216;styles make fights&#8217;. For that reason, no one knew quite what to expect in Saturday&#8217;s WEC Interim Lightweight Championship battle between Donald Cerrone and Ben Henderson. Henderson was known for his dominating wrestling skills, while Cerrone has a reputation as a punishing striker. Instead of being a clash of styles, however, it was an instance where the differing approaches of the two competitors complimented each other perfectly. The result was a &#8216;fight of the year&#8217; candidate bout that Henderson won by unanimous-decision.</p>
<p>Henderson opened the fight with a takedown, but quickly got caught in a guillotine choke attempt. He extricated himself from this predicament only to find himself in a triangle choke that appeared for a moment to be a potential fight ending submission. That would not be the case, however, and Henderson would take control in the last half of the round with his powerful takedowns and &#8216;ground and pound&#8217; punching assault.</p>
<p>Rounds two and three were all Henderson, as he took Cerrone down almost at will and began to pummel him on the ground. Cerrone managed a couple of submission attempts from the bottom, and did what he could to keep Henderson off of him with upkicks but nowhere near enough to salvage either round. At times, Cerrone looked downright clueless as to what tactical approach to take.</p>
<p>The tide would turn again in the fourth round, as Cerrone began to time Henderson&#8217;s takedown attempts. He became much more difficult to get to the ground, as well as administering punishment of his own after stuffing takedowns with punches and knee strikes. Later in the frame, Cerrone came close to ending the fight when he locked in a nasty and unorthodox choke that WEC commentator Frank Mir described as &#8216;almost an inverted rear naked choke&#8217;. After some tense moments, Henderson was able to escape. Cerrone would also control the final round, evading Henderson&#8217;s takedowns while scoring with his striking. He had another potential fight ending submission attempt in the fifth round, as he locked in an arm bar and appeared to have good leverage as he twisted Henderson&#8217;s arm into a nasty angle. Nevertheless, Henderson was able to escape and finish off the fight.</p>
<p>The decision itself was somewhat surprising, with Henderson winning all three judges&#8217; scorecards by identical 48-47 scores. He&#8217;d clearly won rounds two and three, while Cerrone was the obvious winner of rounds four and five. This meant that all three judges had given the edge to Henderson in the first round, favoring his takedowns and ground punching attack over Cerrone&#8217;s two early submission attempts.</p>
<p>Henderson will now face WEC Lightweight Champion Jamie Varner to unify the titles. Varner entered the cage after the decision was announced to &#8216;cut a promo&#8217; on the winner, and suggested the fight take place in December in Phoenix, Arizona though neither the date nor venue has been finalized.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a freelance writer and highly respected authority on sports betting <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/odds_comparison/763/1">odds comparison</a>. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and <a rel="nofollow" target='_blank' href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sportsbook_directory/763/2">sportsbook directory</a> sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.</p>
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		<title>Ravens Go Undefeated On NFL Preseason By Thumping Falcons</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:13:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even when the games don't count and the starters play little, if at all, the Baltimore Ravens hate to lose. The Ravens third string signal caller John Beck played the entire game, and the former BYU standout threw for 232 yards and a pair of touchdown passes as the Ravens easily beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-3 at the Georgia Dome. The victory gave the Ravens an undefeated NFL preseason mark at 4-0, while the Falcons finished the exhibition campaign with a 2-2 record.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Even when the games don&#8217;t count and the starters play little, if at all, the Baltimore Ravens hate to lose. The Ravens third string signal caller John Beck played the entire game, and the former BYU standout threw for 232 yards and a pair of touchdown passes as the Ravens easily beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-3 at the Georgia Dome. The victory gave the Ravens an undefeated NFL preseason mark at 4-0, while the Falcons finished the exhibition campaign with a 2-2 record.</p>
<p>Sports enthusiasts who bet on NFL preseason action were rewarded for their investment in the Ravens, as Baltimore won outright as +3 road underdogs. Baltimore also finished the NFL preseason with a perfect 4-0 mark against the spread, while Atlanta finished 2-1-1 against the number.</p>
<p>Ravens QB Beck hasnt had much playing time in the NFL since his ill fated rookie year in Miami in 2007. After the game, he expressed how pleased he was to showcase his skills for the entire game:</p>
<p>&#8220;He (coach John Harbaugh) told me a few days ago that I would play the whole game. It was very exciting to get to play the whole game.&#8221;</p>
<p>Beck made the most of his opportunity, finishing with 232 yards on 16 of 28 passing and a pair of touchdowns. The Ravens defensive reserves did their part by holding the Falcons to just 175 yards of total offense.</p>
<p>Despite the lackluster effort by his team, Falcons coach Mike Smith was nonplussed:</p>
<p>&#8220;You&#8217;ve got to understand in these games, you&#8217;re going to call things defensively and offensively to put players in certain situations to evaluate them. You&#8217;re not game-planning in a game like this. You&#8217;re going to put players in certain situations to see how they handle certain techniques and coverages.&#8221;</p>
<p>Falcon cornerback Chris Houston was a little more concerned after a poor showing by the Atlanta defensive secondary:</p>
<p>&#8220;We&#8217;ve got to work on everybody getting to the ball. We&#8217;ve got to try to be more aggressive in our techniques. We made some plays tonight, but other than that, we still have a lot to work on as a defense.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Ravens will get the 2009 NFL regular season underway at home, hosting the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, September 13th. The Falcons, meanwhile, will welcome the Miami Dolphins to the Georgia Dome to get their campaign started. Baltimore will head west to San Diego for a game against the Chargers in week 2, while Atlanta will remain at home for a key NFC South matchup against the Carolina Panthers.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published widely published freelance sports writer and highly respected authority on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/football_betting/658/1">football betting</a>. His writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sportsbook_directory/658/2">sportsbook directory</a> sites. He lives in Northern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.</p>
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		<title>Houston Earns Big Road Win At Cincinnati</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 07:03:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Behind a career day for quarterback Matt Schaub, the Houston Texans erased a 17-14 halftime deficit to score-- points in the second half and defeat the host Cincinnati Bengals 28-17. Schaub threw for 342 yards and 4 touchdowns against one interception in the solid road victory. Against a team that had won three straight games in the final seconds, Houston never gave Cincinnati the chance to create any late drama. Cincinnati dropped to 4-2 with the loss while Houston evened their record at 3-3.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Behind a career day for quarterback Matt Schaub, the Houston Texans erased a 17-14 halftime deficit to score&#8211; points in the second half and defeat the host Cincinnati Bengals 28-17. Schaub threw for 342 yards and 4 touchdowns against one interception in the solid road victory. Against a team that had won three straight games in the final seconds, Houston never gave Cincinnati the chance to create any late drama. Cincinnati dropped to 4-2 with the loss while Houston evened their record at 3-3.</p>
<p>Houston took the money as +3&#8242; road underdogs with the outright win, and both teams are now 3-3 on the season against the NFL pointspread. The 45 points just managed to stay UNDER the posted total of 46. The Texans have gone UNDER in 4 of 6 this season while the Bengals evened their NFL totals record at 3-3.</p>
<p>After the victory, Schaub said that his team knew of Houston&#8217;s penchant for late game comebacks and that &#8216;putting them away&#8217; would be a priority:</p>
<p>&#8220;Every game went down to the wire for them. Credit goes to them because they were able to find ways to win those games. So it was a matter of putting the game away.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Texans&#8217; taciturn head coach Gary Kubiak would only offer that:</p>
<p>&#8220;Matt continues to put up exceptional numbers on the road.&#8221;</p>
<p>The defense did a stellar job as well, shutting out the Bengals in the second half. In the third quarter, Houston only allowed six yards on nine plays for a franchise record. Cornerback Dunta Robininson talked about the defensive corps mindset:</p>
<p>&#8220;It was swarm tackling. Everybody has a job to do, and today we made this team a one-dimensional team. Overall as a defense, we played well.&#8221;</p>
<p>In the losing locker room, wide receiver Chad Ochocinco admitted that his team knew that they couldn&#8217;t rely on last minute heroics to win games:</p>
<p>&#8220;That&#8217;s our fault. We&#8217;ve been saying that we can&#8217;t keep winning with the way we&#8217;ve been playing. We&#8217;ve got to be consistent for all four quarters.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Bengals will play their next two games at home, starting with a contest against the Chicago Bears this Sunday. Cincinnati is a -1 home favorite with the total set at 42. They&#8217;ll host the Baltimore Ravens the following Sunday before traveling to Pittsburgh for a game against the Steelers on November 15. The Texans host the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, with Houston a -3 home favorite and the total set at 44.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a world famous sports writer and a noted authority on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sports_betting/641/1">sports betting</a> and harness racing. He contributes <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/NFL_football_betting_free_picks/641/2">NFL football betting free picks</a> for a number of media outlets. He lives in Southern Nevada with three dogs and a retired racing wombat.</p>
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		<title>Florida Holds Off Mississippi State To Remain Undefeated</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2010 07:06:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite a subpar game from quarterback Tim Tebow and a determined effort from the host Mississippi State Bulldogs, the Florida Gators remained undefeated by scrapping out a 29-19 victory. Florida led by only 3 points at halftime before pulling away in the fourth quarter. The usually efficient and accurate Tebow had two touchdowns returned for interceptions and passed for only 127 yards with no touchdowns. The usually accommodating Tebow left the stadium without speaking to reporters, clearly upset with his performance.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Despite a subpar game from quarterback Tim Tebow and a determined effort from the host Mississippi State Bulldogs, the Florida Gators remained undefeated by scrapping out a 29-19 victory. Florida led by only 3 points at halftime before pulling away in the fourth quarter. The usually efficient and accurate Tebow had two touchdowns returned for interceptions and passed for only 127 yards with no touchdowns. The usually accommodating Tebow left the stadium without speaking to reporters, clearly upset with his performance.</p>
<p>College football betting enthusiasts who took the +22&#8242; with Mississippi State as a home underdog enjoyed an easy pointspread cover. The Bulldogs improved their ATS record to 4-3 with the cover, while Florida evened their college football pointspread record to 3-3.</p>
<p>Head coach Urban Meyer accepted much of the blame for his team&#8217;s substandard performance:</p>
<p>&#8220;I did not coach well tonight. I put Tim in some tough situations. As an offense, we&#8217;re not well right now. Tim&#8217;s not trying to be a hero. But we might be asking him to do too much.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Gators&#8217; are 76th in the nation in red zone efficiency, and Meyer took the blame for that fact as well:</p>
<p>&#8220;The problem is they&#8217;ve got a coach that wants to score so damn bad that he&#8217;s pressing them and some of those guys aren&#8217;t ready for that.&#8221;</p>
<p>Defensive end Pernell McPhee gave Tebow fits all night and talked about his team&#8217;s effort after the game:</p>
<p>&#8220;We knew they liked to get the ball to Tebow there. I felt like we frustrated them and made them do some new things they did not usually do tonight. They got in the I formation tonight and that is the first time I have ever seen them do that.&#8221;</p>
<p>Florida led by only 3 points heading into the final quarter but used a Chris Raney 8 yard rush and a Dustin Doe interception return for a touchdown to open up some breathing room. Jonathan Banks cut into the lead for Mississippi State late in the game with an interception return for touchdown of his own.</p>
<p>The Gators face a tough challenge next weekend as they enter into their matchup against University of Georgia-what used to be known as &#8216;The World&#8217;s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party&#8217;. Florida is a -16 favorite in the contest. They&#8217;ll face Vanderbilt the next week before heading to Columbia, SC for a game against the University of South Carolina and their longtime coach Steve Spurrier. Mississippi State will play at Kentucky as+3&#8242; road underdogs next weekend before a bye week. They&#8217;ll return to action on November&#8211;th at home against the University of Alabama.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published freelance sports writer and noted authority on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/football_betting/622/1">football betting</a>. His writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.themodelshipblog.com/goto/sportsbook_directory/622/2">sportsbook directory</a> sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.</p>
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