Because Glamorous Girls Love Sports Too!

Monday Night Football Will "Get Rowdy" no more...

2011-10-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

Monday Night Football - a forty year tradition making the first day of the work week most definitely tolerable during the fall season. A day we no longer totally dread, and rather look forward to.
A staple part of the MNF is the song that kicks off the weekday sports festivities. A song that's recognized by football fans both near and far - Hank William's Jr's "All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight." This song just makes you want to grab a beer and your bestest friend and head to the local bar to celebrate being an American.
In 2006, Hank reworked his "Rowdy" song to fit the MNF theme. In fact, October of that same year - Hank Williams Jr. shouted the "rowdy" phrase on top of the infamous "Cowboy Star" at Texas Stadium on the 50 yard line before the Cowboys kick-off.
However, this week's Monday game featuring the Colts and Bucs was sans Rowdy - and it will be continually from here on out. So why would ESPN pull such a fabulous musical tradition? Think of it as the separation of sports and state. Politically Charged Hank Williams Jr. went on Fox and Friends Monday morning and likened our President to Adolf Hitler (we'll hold our opinions on this one...AHEM).
Suffice to say - we'll miss the fabulous tradition.

Lesson learned - NEVER mix sports and state.

Stay informed,
xoAng

Entre Fianced!!!

2011-10-03T07:26:00.000-07:00

My Ring - I'm so proud of him!

Darling Dolls,
I apologize profusely for being gone last week - and not bringing you loads of sports-fabulous goodness. However, thinkin' I had a pretty good reason. Last week I got engaged!! My sports-lovin' boyfriend is now my sports-loving fiance'. Todd and I celebrated in Idaho last week with family on the golf course, and at the Boise State football game - pictures and stories to follow...

However, today we're back. So strap on your pink cleats, and let's begin!

xo,
Ang

NFL Week 3 - The nights are cooling down, just as the NFL is heating up!

2011-09-23T08:34:00.001-07:00

Sunday Morning Closet Shopping!

2011-09-22T07:19:00.000-07:00

Image: Teaching in High Heels

I love sports brand apparel - I do. However, there are times when I want to keep with the absolute basics, and build outfits around staple elements. As I was perusing DIY blogs the other day, I came across this outfit ensamble for a Glam-Chicago Bears fan. Fan or not of this team, these colors are completely interchangeable, - and the pairings are superbly fabulous. This further proves you maintain team spirit on a budget - right from your very own closet...

xo,
Ang

Bagging Rights On The Links!

2011-09-21T07:16:00.000-07:00

Image: SI.com

Chicago Bulls Hall-a-Famer Michael Jordan is arguably the best player in the history of basketball. He's won six titles, and blings two hands filled with hardware. Jordan's name synonymous with raw talent, precision, and a keen bounce in high tops, that nobody has compared to since.

The legendary player closed his basketball locker in 2003.

Since then, he's spent his retirement opening golf lockers at the famed Medina Country Club in Chicago.

In fact, when my boyfriend played there earlier this year, his golf partner borrowed MJ's golf shoe's abode. What they didn't see upon opening is a golf bag fit for a king - er, I mean basketball legend.

That's right dolls, Michael Jordan's bag will never be duplicated. Displayed on the side of this ultimate lux is a golden replica of all six Championship Rings, the Nike emblem modeled after "his truly", and a pair of old school Jordan tennis shoes. With this fab bag, there is no need to ever write your name on tags- like ever. A beyond brilliant legend with a legendary bag. It fits - quite obvi!

Since we don't get to chat about Jordan often, lets look at this hall-of-fame hoopster stats, shall we?

Michael Jeffrey Jordan

Former Chicago Bulls Hall A Famer

Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward

Years in the League: 1984-2003, selected third pick overall, by the Chicago Bulls

University: North Carolina

Achievements: Far too many to name - Six National Championships, five time most valuable NBA player, fourteen time all-star, and on and on, and on...

What You Didn't Know: Jordan majored in cultural geography in college, and if basketball didn't pan out, he considered becoming a teacher...

xo,

Ang

Emmitt Smith's How-To Guide For Dancing Athletes!

2011-09-20T07:00:00.000-07:00

Image: ET Online

We were actually super duper impressed with last nights premiere of Dancing With the Stars - and per usual the athletes on the show did not disappoint.
While Ron Artest - aka Metta World Peace had a few missteps, we couldn't help buy love his flamboyant personality, and extreme comfort level with his new hardwood.
Soccer star Hope Solo shined as the belle of the ballroom, and we couldn't be more thrilled for this Team USA soccer sweetheart.

However, few athletes come on the show and hit their marks perfectly the way Emmitt Smith did in season two. With the help of professional dance-lovely Cheryl Burke, the Dallas Cowboys Superstar gave touchdown shuffle an entirely different meaning.
Mister Smith has opened his ballroom book of wisdom to the next crop of athletes, and this how-to guide is priceless. Emmitt is darling as ever, you must check out his online tutorial. We find this Hall-a-Famer just like pink lemonade - sweet and simply refresthing...

xo,
Ang

MNF Week Two - Rams Headin' To The Big Apple...

2011-09-19T08:25:00.000-07:00

Image: (UPI Photo/Bill Greenblatt)

Dun Dun Dun Dun - gotta love the fall. The only time of the year when Monday's are totally acceptable, and quite in style. I say this for two reasons - Monday Night Football and Dancing With the Stars. The perfect mixture of glam and sport.
Eli Manning and the New York Giants Giants will host our favorite quarterback cutie - Sam Bradford, while he pleads the case as to why St. Louis should be the front runner in this years' NFC West battle. Both teams defeated last week, are looking to clinch their first win of the season. One of the most comparable match ups we've seen this year- it's St. Louis offense vs. New York defense.

Gotta love it,
Stay Fabulous,
xoAng

Game Day Fabulous - Glamorizing Your Miniature Sports Fan!

2011-09-19T07:42:00.000-07:00

Photo: Baby Threads By Liz - ETSY Store

It's beyond obvious that YOU love to look fabulous on game day, but what about your little? I may not have a baby, but I definitely have bunches of sweet kiddos in my life that would look brilliant in THIS at the ballpark. Another AMAZING ETSY find - this site keeps us in major awe... sooo major!
Seriously Dolls, is this not the cutest little outfit? I want to literally eat it up with the spoon.
The best part - you can customize to fit any NFL team needs. Imagine all the tu-tu's!

Stay Darling,
xoAng

College Football Week 3 - Fit For A National Championship!

2011-09-16T08:20:00.000-07:00

Oklahoma QB - Landry Jones - Image Sue Ogrocki/AP

We've reached the weekend beautiful dears!
Tomorrow morning Kirk and crew will come to you live from the Florida's capital, as the number one ranked Oklahoma Sooners prepare to square off with the number five team in the country, Florida State Seminoles. This game is as good as any National Championship match ups we've seen in years - with Quarterbacks, Landry Jones (from Oklahoma replaced hottie, Sam Bradford), and EJ Manuel (from Florida State) - prepare to watch NCAA greatness unfold, and big plays happen. Also keep your eye on Oklahoma running back, Dominique Whaley to make some huge moves as these two powerhouses battle it out!

Friday, Sep 16

(4) Boise St. vs Toledo 8:00pm

Saturday, Sep 17

(21) Auburn vs Clemson 12:00pm ET

(18) West Virginia vs Maryland 12:00pm ET

LA Monroe vs (23) TCU 2:00pm ET

Washington vs (11) Nebraska 3:30pm ET

Tennessee vs (16) Florida 3:30pm ET

(7) Wisconsin vs Northern Illinois 3:30pm ET

(15) Michigan St. vs Notre Dame 3:30pm ET

(23) Texas vs UCLA 3:30pm ET

Missouri St. vs (12) Oregon 3:30pm ET

Arkansas St. vs (13) Virginia Tech 4:00pm ET

Navy vs (10) South Carolina 6:00pm ET

Stephen F. Austin vs (19) Baylor 7:00pm ET

(22) Arizona St. vs Illinois 7:00pm ET

(20) Florida A&M vs South Florida 7:00pm ET

Idaho vs (9) Texas A&M 7:00pm ET

North Texas vs (2) Alabama7:30pm ET

Troy vs (14) Arkansas 7:30pm ET

(17) Ohio St. vs Miami (FL) 7:30pm ET

(1) Oklahoma vs (5) Florida St. 8:00pm ET

(8) Oklahoma St. vs Tulsa 10:00pm ET

(6) Stanford vs Arizona 10:45pm ET

xo, Ang

NFL Week Two - Vick's Great Return!

2011-09-16T07:56:00.000-07:00

Image: Getty

Second week of football on the horizon, and Dolls - I'm pretty excited. A lot of great match-ups this week. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the Sunday night game, old playoff rivals the Philadelphia Eagles will play the Falcons and their point spread difference is only 2.5. If I was a glittery Vegas betting girl, I'd bet these two will meet up again this year in the playoffs. This game will mark Michael Vick's first return to Atlanta since being arrested. With rowdy Atlanta fans - this match is a must see!

Sunday, September 18th

1:00 ET New Orleans Saints vs. Chicago Bears
1:00 ET Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs
1:00 ET NY Jets vs. Jacksonville
1:00 ET Buffalo Bills vs.Oakland Raiders
1:00 ET Washington Redskins vs. Arizona
1:00 ET Baltimore Ravens vs. Tennessee
1:00 ET Pittsburgh St vs. Seattle Seahawks
1:00 ET Green Bay Packers vs. Carolina Panthers
1:00 ET Minnesota Vikings vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1:00 ET Cleveland Browns vs. Indianapolis Colts
4:05 ET Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers
4:15 ET Houston Texans vs. Miami Dolphins
4:15 ET New England Patriots vs. San Diego Chargers
4:15 ET Denver Broncos vs. Cincinnati Bengals
8:25 ET Philadelphia Eagles vs. Atlanta Falcons

xo,
Ang

Not a Great Summer To Be A Yankee's Girl...

2011-09-15T07:55:00.000-07:00

Image: Popsugar

... and they're done too. Alex Rodriguez and Cam Diaz have called it quits less then a month after fellow Yank star Derek Jeter and his leading lady Minka Kelly, bid adieu. Perhaps they wanted to focus on a Yankee playoff run, I don't know? Reports say the split is completely applicable - but don't they always say that?
Another sad day in Sluggerville - we're always sad to see another WAG leave the club...

xoAng

FootzyFolds and Komfyz! When Stadium Heels Aren't Made For Walking!

2011-09-15T07:00:00.000-07:00

Image: http://www.footzyrolls.com/

We are all extremely glamorous gals, and of course - glamorous gals love glamorous heels. We love really, really, really high heels - sometimes with pointy toes and uncomfortable straps - the more uncomfortable, the cuter they are. I maintain that a perfect combination at the ballpark or stadium starts with jerseys and ends with heels.
However, after the tailgate is closed up, and everyone is heading into the game, the last thing you want to do is miss kickoff or the first pitch because your heels couldn't carry you quick enough through the gates.
That's where these little cuties come in - fold able flats to carry in your purse. Oh so much cuter then flip-flops - you can easily maintain your style for the entire game, in comfort.
Meet FootzyFolds and Komfyz!!! These little diddy's come in a variety of colors, and styles - however they're uniformly comfortable, and roll up into tiny spaces to fit in your smallest clutch. FootyzFolds and Komfyz come with two satin carrying bags to carry your heels too!
Celebs are fans as well -our favorite stadium honey's, the Dash Dolls, and Gossip Girl Blake lively carry them in their burkens' - and we totally know why! These shoes are totally affordable - and range between $20-40, purchase them at http://www.footzyrolls.com/ . L-O-V-E-S!
Girlies, our shoe problems are FINALLY solved on game days! There is no reason to ever be uncomfortable while cheering our favorite teams...

xo, Ang

Eric Decker - This Man Really Needs No Re-Introduction, But...

2011-09-14T07:58:00.000-07:00

Photo: GQ

We can't help ourselves. We've been a huge fan of this Denver cutie patootie since interviewing him last year - just before his rookie season.

Here we are interviewing Decker in 2010

And, we were reminded of his adorablness after he made a 90-yard punt return during the Denver/Oakland MNF game this week. Thus, it was high-time to bring his adorable likeliness right back to Glam Girls. I'm guessing that you don't mind.
Let's reintroduce ourselves...

Eric Decker
Team: Denver Broncos
Position: Wide Receiver
University: Minnesota
Years in the NFL: Two (drafted to Denver, round 3, 87 pick)
Career Stats:

Receptions	6
Receiving Yards	113
Touchdowns	1

What You Didn't Know: Besides football, Eric's other love is baseball. He played for the Gophers while in school, and was drafted to play MLB by the Minnesota Twins in 2008. Sigh...

To read Glam Girls interview with him, right out the gate as a rookie, here you go... Cute! Cute! Cuuuuuute!

Stay Lovely,
xoAng

Inspiration, Love, and Never Ending Faith and Devotion...

2011-09-13T08:46:00.000-07:00

Photo: Shelby Clark

My sorority sister, and beautiful friend - CBS Sports Reporter, Brooke Collins. Please read this touching tribute to her husband, Andy.

xo, Ang

That's One Cute Cookie!!

2011-09-12T07:00:00.000-07:00

Image: McCormick.com

Sugar Cookies are the absolute cutest - little marcels of fabulous, and they taste amazing. When deocrated, they're like the cutest things ever - not that we discriminate against other cookies, of course.
If you're in the market to make some adorable cookies for your tailgate or football party this weekend, You simply MUST order these from our friends at The Cookie Cutter Shop. So friggin' cute!! Cookies in every sport, for every season. I totally, and utterly, love it.
Looking for a good cookie recipe to go with? Try this from the blog Sing For Your Supper. Besides adorable you, your cookies will be the hit of the party.
Stay Gorgeous,
xoAng

All Eyes on Ann Arbor!

2011-09-09T07:10:00.000-07:00

Image: Counterkicks

It's one of the oldest rivalries in football tradition - Notre Dame and Michigan kick off week two's college festivities with a bang! That's right Lovelies, Kirk Herbstreit and crew will head north to beautiful Ann Arbor to broadcast the rivalry's grand affair in uber- fabulous tradition.
One thing's a fact, the Fighting Irish will be out for more blood then Erik Northman after losing to unranked South Florida last week. Michigan brings a new head coach, and one of those ever-lovely "W's" under their belts after beating Western Michigan by twenty-four.
With few huge match ups this week, all eyes will be on our top 25 to maintain their composure. Sure games might look easy on paper - but when cleat hit the turf, often times it's a completely different story.
Last week, our reigning National Championship Auburn, almost lost their tootsies to Utah State - and California's capitol was a 'buzz after Sacramento State ran over Pac-12's own, Oregon State. It's a weekly game of shoots and ladders, so pay close attention. Bon Appetite!

Here is your top 25 (as said in Seacrest voice)...

Friday September 9, 2011

(21) Missouri (1-0, Road: 0-0) 10:30pm vs. Arizona St. (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Saturday September 10, 2011

Florida Atlantic (0-1, Road: 0-1) 12:00pm vs. (17) Michigan St. (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Toledo (1-0, Road: 0-0) 12:00pm vs. (15) Ohio St. (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Oregon St. (0-1, Road: 0-0) 12:00pm vs. (8) Wisconsin (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

(16) Mississippi St. (1-0, Conf: 0-0) 12:20pm vs. Auburn (1-0, Conf: 0-0) ET

Norfolk St. (1-0, Road: 0-0) 1:00pm vs. (19) West Virginia (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

(6) Stanford (1-0, Road: 0-0) 3:30pm vs. Duke (0-1, Home: 0-1) ET

(3) Alabama (1-0, Road: 0-0) 3:30pm vs. (23) Penn St. (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

(25) TCU (0-1, Conf: 0-0) 3:30pm vs. Air Force (1-0, Conf: 0-0) ET

(11) Virginia Tech (1-0, Road: 0-0) 3:30pm vs. East Carolina (0-1, Home: 0-0) ET

Nevada (0-0, Road: 0-0) 3:30pm vs. (13) Oregon (0-1, Home: 0-0) ET

(12) South Carolina (1-0, Conf: 0-0) 4:30pm vs. Georgia (0-1, Conf: 0-0) ET

Charleston Sou. (0-1, Road: 0-1) 6:00pm vs. (5) Florida St. (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

UAB (0-0, Road: 0-0) 7:00pm vs. (18) Florida (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Ball St. (1-0, Road: 0-0) 7:00pm vs. (22) South Florida (1-0, Home: 0-0) ET

BYU (1-0, Road: 1-0) 7:00pm vs. (24) Texas (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Fresno St. (0-1, Road: 0-0) 7:00pm vs. (10) Nebraska (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

New Mexico (0-1, Road: 0-0) 7:00pm vs. (14) Arkansas (1-0, Home: 1-0) ET

Northwestern St. (1-0, Road: 0-0) 8:00pm vs. (2) LSU (1-0, Home: 0-0)

xo, Ang

NFL - We've Missed Ya, Old Buddy...

2011-09-09T07:05:00.000-07:00

Image: NFL.com

Opening weekend for NFL kicks off (literally) this weekend. After a long drug out war between team owners, and players - we've got ourselves a season - thanks be to God, Chanel, and all the Cartier in the world for that! Don't forget, Sunday is September 11th - we've not forgotten, and we'll never forget. God Bless this exquisite country!!

The race for the Superbowl begins NOW - here is our starting line up... xo

NFL Week Uno:
Sunday 9/11/11

1:00 P.M. (ET)
Atlanta Falcons vs. Chicago Bears (FOX)
Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans (CBS)
Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs (CBS)
Tennessee Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (CBS)
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns (CBS)
Philadelphia Eagles vs. St. Louis Rams (FOX)
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens (CBS)
Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (FOX)

4:15 p.m. (est)
Minnesota Vikings vs. San Diego Chargers (FOX)
New York Giants vs. Washington Redskins (FOX)
Carolina Panthers vs. Arizona Cardinals (FOX)
Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers (FOX)
8:20 p.m. (Sunday Night Football)
Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Jets (NBC)

Monday, 9/12:
7:00 p.m. (est) (Monday Night Football)
New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins (ESPN)
10:15 p.m. (Monday Night Football)
Oakland Raiders vs. Denver Broncos (ESPN)

xo, Ang

Peyton - Don't Leave Us This Way...

2011-09-08T08:30:00.000-07:00

Image: http://www.nflgridirongab.com/

The extraordinary Peyton Manning.
Arguably, he's the best quarterback to pick up a football in the last decade. Earlier this summer, this qb cutie signed a contract extension with the Colts for five years, ninety mil.
Peyton wont be starting on Sunday - and maybe not, for many more game thereafter.
This will mark the end of an era. Why, you ask? Well, let's break the stats down quickly, shall we?
Peyton Manning has had 227 consecutive starts in his football career, including eleven play offs, and eight division titles. The only quarterback in history to trump Peyton's numbers, is none-other then Mister Retirement, Brett Favre. What could possibly keep this slave to the grid iron off the field? If you guessed neck surgery - you are glittery and gold starred for the day.
What sadness this brings to Manning fans across the country. What sadness it brings to those who were lucky enough to pick him up early on in fantasy...
You see Dolls, Manning had neck surgery back in May to repair some nerve damage. The recovery time is taking much, much longer then expected. He complained of back pain earlier this week during practice, and when doctors reevaluated Peyton, they halted his practices all together. To protect his health, the Colts will keep him on the sidelines dressed down in denim for the time being, and back up QB Kerry Collins will step into Peyton's cleats.
Godspeed, Mister Manning, Godspeed...
xo, Ang

It's Both Love, And Lust...

2011-09-07T08:41:00.000-07:00

I'm not feeling 100% this morning, so bare with me, Dolls. I think this sicky feeling has a lot to do with all the fabulous excitement from football last weekend. Perhaps that's why I chose to post THIS, to brighten the day...

It's maybe the cutest college football couture I've seen in a while, Gameday by Shelly Poe gets it oh so, so, so right.

I want a dress in every single style she carries. Can you even IMAGINE? The cutest! I mean, the cutest!! Cuuuu-test!!! Plus, it's featured on one of my favorite sites ETSY. If you've yet to check out ETSY, be prepared to be amazed, and addicted at the same time! I scroll through it when my boyfriend is busy watching his "man" shows. It's the bestest.

I might have to place my order now, perhaps then I will feel better.

Stay Gorgeous,

xoAng

LSU Went On A Duckhunt...

2011-09-06T08:23:00.000-07:00

*To the tune of bear hunt. I couldn't resist...*

We're going on a duck hunt!
(Group)
We're going on a duck hunt!

We're gonna catch a big one!
We're gonna catch a big one!
I'm not afraid!
I'm not afraid!
Are you?
Are you?
Not me!
Not me!

Apparently the LSU Tigers weren't afraid either. I wonder if they sand this song in the locker room before the game began? Wouldn't that have been amazing?!
The Oregon Ducks lost rather ridiculously Saturday to the LSU Tigers at the Cowboy Classic in Dallas. The game was coined as one of the top college football match-ups of the year, and this loss sets a huge precedent.... Why? Teams lose you say?
Well for starters, the Ducks played in the National Championship game last year (although losing to Auburn), and returned a good majority of their starting squad including top draft prospect, TB, LaMichael James.
In addition, they went into pre-season ranked ahead of LSU, by one, respectively.
Oregon, was arguably the clear favorites, but only by a little. Most (myself included), thought the game would be closer then peanut butter and jelly - perhaps by three? Ohhhh, how wrong we were! The final score for the game was LSU - 40, Oregon - 27. Not even close.
LSU showed both speed and strength, and Oregon looked wobbly and weak on the field. The Ducks spent the entire game playing catch up.
We'll tell you this. All eyes will be on Oregon quarterback, Darron Thoma next week as they head home to play Nevada, and LSU will head to Northwestern State. Will the ducks get their quack back? Will LSU continue to pedal towards a National Championship? It's all in the cards - and it's gonna be fun to watch - stay tuned, Gorgeous Gals...

College football is just so,so,so SMASHINGLY FABULOUS!
xoang

He's Back! He's Back! He* Is* Back!

2011-09-02T08:58:00.000-07:00

He's back! He's back! He's back!!!!
That's right, Dolls - Kirk Herbstreit and the crew are back at it, and they'll be pulling their College Gameday caravan to Arlington Texas, because tomorrow morning is the official kick off of COLLEGE FOOTBALL SATURDAY!!! Make sure to keep your eye out for #4 LSU vs. #3 Oregon, and #5 Boise State vs. #19 Georgia. Talk about starting the season off with a HUGE bang! I know we say this every single year - but honestly, we've never been THIS excited for start of season.
Below is the run-down of all the ooey-gooey fabulousness tomorrow will bring....

Presenting Your 2011 Pre-Season Top 25:

Saturday, Sep 3

Utah St vs. 23 Auburn (12:00 pm est)

Akron vs. 18 Ohio State (12:00 pm est)

Miami (OH) vs. 21 Missouri (12:00 pm est)

Kent St vs. 2 Alabama (12:00 pm est)

Appalach St vs. 133 Va. Tech (12:30 pm est)

Minnesota vs 25 USC (3:30 pm est)

LA Monroe vs. 6 Florida St. (3:30 pm est)

Chattanooga vs. 10 Nebraska (3:30 pm est)

South Florida vs 16 Notre Dame (3:30 pm est)

San Jose St. vs 7 Stanford (5:00 pm est)

LA Lafayette vs 9 Oklahoma St. (7:00 pm est)

East Carolina vs 12 South Carolina (7:00 pm est)

Missouri St. vs 15 Arkansas (7:00 pm est)

Florida Atlantic vs 22 Florida (7:00 pm est)

3 Oregon vs 4 LSU (8:00 pm est)

Tulsa vs 1 Oklahoma (8:00 pm est)

5 Boise St. vs 19 Georgia (8:00 pm est)

Have fun, Dolls, Oh.My.Gosh!
xoAng

Party Perfect-i-o-n!

2011-09-01T13:03:00.000-07:00

Photo: Bakerella

We are DYING to recreate this incredible football party set up we found on Bakerella. Who wants to come over, and join in on this little piece of fabulous?!?

Ron-Ron's New Hardwood!

2011-09-01T07:46:00.000-07:00

Laker Forward Ron Artest is known for being well, a hot head if you will on the hardwood. He's got total attitude, and knows how to pull a publicity stunt with or without a basketball.
However, I was still completely and utterly shocked that Ron-Ron chose to trade in his high tops for dance shoes this fall.
I know, I know - never underestimate - After all, he IS Ron-Ron, and he has his hands in a lot of different pots from music to fashion, outside of basketball - but, why would he add ballroom dance to his repertoire?
Well, for starters, the NBA is in current limbo, and it doesn't look like we'll have a season this year (we will discuss this at length later on - think lockout - but much worse then the NFL negotiations last spring).
I assumed Ron would follow team mates over seas, and play on a European team - however, he wont be picking up any new languages this winter.
Instead, Ron-Ron will be dancing the cha-cha for his eight year old daughter Diamond, whose in cancer recovery. Artest spoke with People Magazine about his choice, saying -

"At first it was not appealing. I did not want to do it. I don't dance and all of the dressing up and everything, but my daughter Diamond was like, Daddy, you should do it."

The most fabulous part? Ron Artest is donating all the money he makes on the show to Cancer Research in Diamond's name. I'd say he's a pretty stellar dad! We Can't wait to watch his Pasa Doble!

Ronald William Artest
Team: Los Angeles Lakers
Position: Small Forward
University: St. Johns
Years in NBA: Drafted in 1999 - current - (first round, 14th pick to Chicago Bulls)
Accomplishments: NBA Defensive Player of the Year 2004, NBA Champion 2010, Twice NBA Defense - All Team, NBA All Rookie Team (2000)
What You Didn't Know: He grew up playing AAU Basketball with fellow teammate, and hubby to Khloe K - Lamar Odom

xo, Ang

Jeremy Shockey Knows How To Save a Life...

2011-08-31T07:59:00.000-07:00

Image by Blacksburg

Carolina Panthers tight end, Jeremy Schockey isn't exactly your first pick in this year's fantasy draft. In fact, he's known better for his showstopping antics off the field, then on. I'll never forget an interesting conversation I had back with him in 2010, when he told me that he pigs out on huevos rancheros before games, love to eat (lots), then finished our conversation popping a blow fish face as he walked away.
However, whilst Jeremy Schockey is a fun-hearted chap to us, he's certainly an American hero in the eyes of teammate, and fellow tight end, Ben Hartsock.
Last Monday, at lunch in the team locker room, Hartsock got a piece of pork stuck in his throat, impairing his breathing. Our favorite Mexican egg eater jumped up and pulled the pork out of his teammates mouth, saving the day. Talk about a pulled pork sandwich - eh?
All kidding aside, agent Mark McCarthy did as a good agent and publicist does - went to the press, releasing the following statement to Yahoo Sports,

"He said to me a little while ago, 'I really hope this doesn't get out but if it does it's going to be a funny story.' [...]
"He started to go to the bathroom and I don't know if he collapsed, but he couldn't breathe," McCartney said. "Some new guy came and tried to give him the Heimlich. It didn't work. Then, Shockey hit him in the back pretty hard and out came the meat. The Panthers told me it was really scary.
"Ben told me Shockey came over and gave me the Heimlich Maneuver and saved my life. He was in good spirits and he's real thankful for Shockey."

... And that's how Jeremy Schockey saved a life... let's see if he'll do that on the football field this weekend.

Jeremy Charles Schockey
Team: Carolina Panthers
Position: Tight End
University: University of Miami
Years in the NFL: Drafted 2002, Round 1/Pick 14 to NY Giants
Accomplishments: 2002 Rookie of the Year, Four time Pro-Bowl Selection, 2002 All-Pro Selection
What You Didn't Know: A true American Patriot, Schockey has a tattoo of the United States Flag and a bald eagle on his right bicep.

xo, Ang

Will You Marry Me Too, Sam Bradford?!?!?

2011-08-30T10:19:00.000-07:00

Sam Bradford from the St. Louis Rams is one of those cheek pinching quarterbacks that melts our hearts over and over. He's absolutely adorable, and has ranked super-duper high on our cute-o-meter for some time now.
The former Sooner showed America why he's still America's Sweetheart last weekend when he brought a young girl to tears by his sweet enchantedness.
A simple, handmade sign caught his eye on the sidelines, asking a very cheeky (and quite bold) question, "Will you marry me?"
Hello! Is that all it takes to hold his hand in marriage? Where is my felt pen?!?!
Anyways, Sweet Sam grabbed her sign, signed it, and passed it back up to her.
His cuteness, and gesture brought the young suitorette to tears - and totally warmed our hearts.

Samuel Jacob Bradford
Team: St. Louis Rams
Position: Quarterback
University: Oklahoma
Years in the NFL: Drafted in 2010, first round, first pick - St. Louis
What he's done: AP's NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2010), Most passes thrown by a rookie, Most attempts and completions by a rookie in NFL history, 2008 Heisman trophy winner

TD–INT	18–15
Passing yards	3,512
QB Rating	76.5

What You Didn't Know: He's a 3 Sport cutie - standout high school player in football, basketball, and golf!

xoAng