By Quentin Crockett Jr., AMG Sports Media Student Contributor Going to the University of Illinois for the game against Ohio State was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. As a high school football player, just being there showed me what the next level really looks like. Walking into Memorial Stadium, seeing the...Continue reading
Category: Sports Op-Ed
The Bears Don’t Need Payback ,They Need to Prove They’ve Changed
When I look at tonight’s matchup between the Bears and the Commanders, I’m not looking at it like just another regular-season game. I’m looking at it like a measuring stick, a test that tells us who this Bears team really is and where they’re headed. They’ve had time to prepare, time to rest, and time...Continue reading
The Turning Point: “The Coach’s Show With CJ” – Episode 4
We won a game we probably should not have won, and that’s exactly what makes it so powerful. That victory over the Raiders wasn’t about luck or momentum, it was about culture. What everyone saw on that field, from Bears fans to analysts around the country, was confirmation that Chicago hired the right coach. Ben...Continue reading
In Ben We Trust: “The Coach’s Show With CJ” Episode 3
I watched that Cowboys game with pride because it wasn’t just a win, it was proof that leadership, accountability, and preparation still matter in football. As I replayed it on my iPad, I couldn’t help but smile seeing what Ben Johnson has brought to this organization. He’s doing something special. This was his first win...Continue reading
When Talent Isn’t Enough. “The Coach’s Show With CJ” – Episode 2
When I watched the Minnesota game, I could see the flashes of what Caleb Williams can become. The talent is there, the arm strength is special, and his presence under center gives you hope that the future is bright. But talent without precision doesn’t translate into wins in the National Football League. He needs to...Continue reading
Chicago’s Basketball Politics Are Failing Our Young Athletes But It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way
I’ve been playing basketball since I was five years old. Now, at 17, I play for Whitney Young High School and Meanstreets EYBL which is two of the most respected basketball programs in Chicago. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, but I’d be lying if I said the journey has been fair for everyone....Continue reading
More Than a Game: A Teen Athlete’s View on Gender Disparity in Basketball
My name is Danielle Brooks, and I’m a 17-year-old girl who loves the game of basketball. For me, it’s never been just a hobby, it’s a part of who I am. I love everything about it: the strategy, the speed, the rhythm. Whether the game is fast-paced or slows down to a mental chess match,...Continue reading
Bulls Media Day at the Advocate Center Opens Door to Renewal and Expectations
I walked into the Advocate Center to observe the Chicago Bulls Media Day, a ritual that often reveals as much about a team’s doubts and hopes as it does about its roster changes. The day was a mix of introspection, modest optimism, and clear recognition that last season’s shortcomings must fuel better focus this year....Continue reading