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As you guys know this is going to be our last post, but before you guys go back to living your ordinary lives sadden by the lost of our beloved sports blog, we have a treat for you guys. We are gonna leave you guys with our very own video blog or should we say Vlog. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did, bye for now!

- Johnson Han (Pool), Andy Chhai (EPL), Charlie Smith (NBA), Andrew Papi (Tennis), Erin Ho (Bowling), Henry You (MBA)

[Major League Baseball] Colorado Rockies' strong batter Carlos González

by Henry You

Carlos González is Colorado Rockies' 

representative left hand batter.

He debuted with the Arizona Diamondbacks

on August 3, 2002 however, he was traded

with Huston Street and Greg Smith to the

Colorado Rockies in 2008.

He was not chosen to be in first grade

at the beginning. However he proved himself

during the spring camp and the coach called

him up to Major League Baseball.

Carlos González received the National League

Players Choice Award for Outstanding Player

in 2010. He then won the Players Choice Award

for Player of the Year throughout Major League Baseball.

Positive Signs From NBA's New Rooks

Now for most people, the NBA Preseason is an opportunity for their first 'real' glimpse at the potential for the new rookies of the NBA. And to be honest, unless you are a die hard, you probably are not going to watch every game of the NBA Summer League, let alone every game of the preseason, which is why I thought i'd break down the rookies that have been showing the most promise in their limited appearances so far.

Number 1 on my list is Detroit Pistons small forward Stanley Johnson. Coming into the NBA he was considered one of the most mature players in terms of his body composition, which may stand to reason why his transition to the big league has not been as difficult. In his first outing he led all scorers with 26 points to go along with 3 rebounds and 4 assists, and then he followed it up with a 12 point, 7 rebound performance.

In addition to these nice looking stat-lines, Johnson has looked smooth on his jump shooting hitting a cool 5/8 from three point territory. His intensity and drive to play hard are very positive aspects of his game, which is why he is going to be a successful player at the NBA level.

SJ in action for the Pistons

The next player on my radar is also a small forward from the Miami Heat, Justice Winslow. Drafted 10th overall he looked like a very well rounded player who was defensively excellent and he has put up a couple of decent performances which can show off his potential despite not being excellent. His first outing he had 9 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals, which highlights his versatility. He did struggle shooting the ball, but that will improve with time. His second performance was not as strong with 5 points, 4 rebounds and a steal. Despite what seem like mediocre performances, it is only the preseason and he can definitely grow into the game.

Finally, the last player to keep an eye on based on these very early performances is Karl-Anthony Towns. The no. 1 overall draft pick this year had a fantastic performance against a very strong Oklahoma City side, and he displayed his versatility as a big man. He went off for 18 points shooting at a very efficient 8/12, with 5 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocked shots. He really did demonstrate why he was drafted first, and it showed that he has been working hard with Kevin Garnett as his mentor to really adjust his game to the NBA.

You can see Towns and Johnson in action today in the preseason, tune in if you want a further look at them.

- Charlie

Fortunate, yet unfornate news.

“I have good news and bad news, which do you want to hear first?”

It was glorious news to hear that Ten Pin Bowling has been a part of the possible sports that were to be played in the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics. Out of 26 different sports, Bowling, due to its’ physical and mental skills that it involves, has been a consideration, and made it up to the eight short-listed sports!

This has sparked huge expectations and hopes for the World Bowling Community, and has breached the possible opportunities for bowling competitors.

Despite much expectation and hope, the International Olympic Committee did not pass Bowling as one of the sports that are to be played during the Olympics. However, World Bowling will not give up on pursuing their goals, as the World Bowling President, Kevin Dornberger said on Today’s News, “For World Bowling this remains a huge milestone in pursuing our Olympic quest and we believe that this has laid the foundations for a brighter future ahead”.

World Bowling will be continuing their endeavour to pass Bowling as a sports in future Olympics, particularly aiming to provide opportunities for the youth to participate in training and developing to become champions in Tenpin Bowling, and are anticipating to bringing in more female bowlers.

Ten Pin Bowling is an awesome sport both recreationally and competitively.

Klopp For The Kop

Breaking news: Liverpool are on the verge of signing former Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp.

English Premier league club Liverpool F.C. are expected to name the German coach tomorrow. This is after the sacking of their former coach Brendan Rodgers after a disappointing last season and less then average start to the 2015 campaign with the 1-1 draw with fellow Merseyside rivals Everton as the final straw.

Lets look at the yet to be named Liverpool coaches achievements. 

Mainz 05

His first club Mainz 05 he was able to lead them into promotion into the Bundesliga.

Borussia Dortmund 

The club where he made a name for himself and really planted his foot in the world of football management. At Borussia Dortmund he won back to back Bundesliga titles in the 2010-1011 and 2011- 2012 seasons and came runners up in the 2012-2013 champions league season. He finished with a record of 179 wins, 69 draws and 70 losses.

Thats all for today, we will keep you up to date with what is happening in the English premier league here are MQsports.

Snooker update Teenage Sensation

Teenage Ace Maturing on Snooker Cue

Rising star Riley Parsons, 15, from Cannock, who has desire on joining the professional circuit.

 Riley Parsons, Formally a member of the St John's Snooker Club has help England with the under 16's win the home international in Leeds.
Hoping to one day become the World Champion Riley has taken his first step towards that journey by winning all 5 all his matches making it a perfect sweep of his opponents.
This was Parson's second call up to the international stage as he was invited to the under 14's in the past.

Some achievements include winning the West Midlands Under 14's Championship for two years in a running during 2013 and 2014 through his long list of highlights. This achievement is a fruit of his hardwork and dedication towards snooker through 7 days of practice at the St John's club, it is not surprising how successful Parson's at such a young age with a positive future beyond the horizon.
Till Next time
-Johnson

The Return Of The All Stars

G'Day NBA fans, the first week of the NBA Preseason has kicked off nicely, with a number of teams finally getting that chance to put on show their new styles and rosters, and to practice their new systems. But on top of all of that, this week has seen the return of a number of premier NBA players, all of which beginning where they left off.

Names like Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant, Paul George, Chris Bosh, Kobe Bryant have all taken to the court in their preseason games after recovering from lengthy injuries, putting up some pretty All-Star-like stats and showing why they are in fact, some of the best players in the league. In addition players like Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving still due back soon.

Paul George has been an extremely great comeback story, after breaking - well snapping - his leg in the summer before last season, PG, donning his new number 13 in his most recent game ended with 32 points on a prolific 10/16 shooting. It is certainly good for the NBA and fans to have him back on court.

In addition to this Carmelo Anthony, Chris Bosh, and Kevin Durant all had strong performances for their respective teams and i'm sure their best is definitely still yet to come. Kobe struggled in his first performance in the limited minutes that he received, however his second game was much stronger, which shows positive signs.

Don't forget, this is only the preseason, so teams are still very rusty and they are just trying to figure out the kinks and new additions to their rosters. It is going to be one exciting season.

- Charlie