Ying and Yang

There have definitely been some ups and downs the last month in sports. From NBA and NFL lock-outs to a first time Major tournament winner, a lot has happened and the stage has been set for July.

Women's World Cup:
USA women's soccer has always been a powerhouse, since winning the World Cup in 2009 with probably the most famous team they've ever had including Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy, Brandi Chastain, Kristine Lilly (the list can go on and on).

This year's team is strong, young and extremely talented. Alex Morgan is 21 and the youngest on the team, said to be the next Mia Hamm (not sure that's even possible but looking forward to watching her play), has the speed and the will power to get the job done.  They've won their first game against Korea 2-0 and are now going to take on Colombia on Saturday.

Wimbledon:
I know England is gloomy but there have been more than a few dark clouds over Wimbledon recently as Roger Federer, both Williams sisters, and Andy Roddick all getting knocked out of competition early.  Whoops!

US Open:
Rory McIlroy- need I say more. I went to the tournament, I saw first hand the competition and can honestly say he earned it.  The field played well, except of course for Phil who started his Thursday round by hitting it off the tee into the water on #10. Everyone is saying that Rory could be the next Tiger, or even better than Tiger, if that happens there is a long road ahead of Rory. But I will say, he did eat his humble pie after The Masters and deserves his place at the top for now.

NBA and NFL lockout:
I'm calling a technical foul on both organizations for rough housing, unsportsmanlike conduct and off-sides (just cause) for not getting past their own egos and greed.  The NBA announced today they are definitely going into a player lockout as they have not been able to come to an agreement on terms. Message to both- shut up and play ball.