Netflix Review: Court of Gold!

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Welcome Back!

This week we dive in to discuss Court of Gold, Netflix’s inside look at the Men’s Teams competing for Olympic Gold in Paris. Since it’s release, I have watched this a few times. 6 1 hour episodes giving you a deep dive on preparation, games, and the winner of the Gold Medal.

Team USA is vying for it’s 5th Gold Medal.

Lebron , KD, Steph, Anthony Edwards, Jason Tatum, Jokic, Webanyama were locked in and ready to represent their countries.

France, Serbia, Canada were all trying to beat Team USA and even going as far as talking trash lol.

I loved this lowkey because come game time their words were ate every single time especially trying to guard Steph Curry.

As the medal rounds got going Team USA, had games where we as fans were left on our toes but ultimately to the Gold Medal game against host country France.

Before we get to the Gold Medal, I want to go back to the Serbia game, Team USA and particularly Steph Curry were always off to a slow start and keeping games close. The game against Serbia was a true test, and Curry had his breakout moment. Yes the wins are team efforts but Curry kept USA ahead and helped secure the win. Curry ended the game with 36 points and 9 three pointers. Team USA needed him and he showed up at the right time! 🙂

Gold Medal Game

France vs USA

Host Team vs Hometeam lol for me! I am always down to cheer on Team USA and this game was no different. It is almost a given USA is supposed to bring gold and dominate every sport.

France the trash talking team who felt like this was their opportunity to beat the Avengers. lol KD, Lebron, Steph, Anthony Edwards had other plans. The game was a legit battle, USA would get a small cushion but couldn’t extend the lead, France came storming back cutting the lead to single digits.

And then #4 happened…..

In the final minutes of France’s comeback, Stephen Curry did what he does best! Light it up from 3, hitting 4 three pointers and game ending 3 pointer to as he simply put it, put the kids to sleep.

Team USA went on to win it’s 5th consecutive gold medal at the Olympic Games.

I wonder LA 2028 will have in store, I can’t wait to see!

Congrats Team USA and thank you for putting on for the country!

Until next time….next we are headed to the NFL… 🙂

Thanks so much for reading

As always leave a comment and let me know if you have any suggestions for what you would like to read about.

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UCONN Huskies: Pure Dominance

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Rebecca Lobo, Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Maya Moore, Breanna Stewart, Paige Bueckers, Aaliyah Edwards I can keep going but these are just some of the legendary basketball players to play for Uconn & Coach Geno Auriemma.

For as long as I can remember and have been watching march madness on the women’s side, the huskies have not only participated but have been dominant as champions.

What’s not broken, there is no need to fix right? Uconn just has the right formula and system in place for winning. Although their last championship came in 2016, the huskies have made it to the last 3-4 final fours. Riddled with injuries, the team wasn’t able to get over the hump.

However 2025, was their year. With leading scorer Paige Bueckers fully healthy and leading the charge the journey to title #12 for the program was in sight. Before we discuss the journey to title #12, let’s take a quick look back on the previous 11 national titles and no that is not a typo. LOL

UConn’s National Title Winning Years: 1995,2000,2002,2003,2004,2009,2010,2013,2014,2015,2016

During this time, nobody was touching Uconn, I remember it got to a point they were winning so much the conversation started to switch to who is going to be able to stop them, who is going to take the crown, why do they keep winning sooo much??..

Recruiting plays a huge part in team consistency, trust, and overall faith in a program. Geno has been the head coach for as long as I have been to watch and comprehend the sport of basketball. His coaching longevity also plays a huge role in Uconn’s dominance. He still has passion for the game, teaching, and entrusting young women who are eager to learn, grow and elevate into the professional league (WNBA) seamlessly. I am not saying he is perfect by any means but he knows what he is doing to set his program up for success year after year.

Coming into this year’s NCAA Tournament for Division 1, UConn was seeded #2. They were actually the underdog compared to the #1 Seeds: Texas, USC, UCLA, and Defending Champs South Carolina who were seeking to repeat.

Road to title #12 for the Huskies:

  • Round 1- Beat Arkansas St. (15)
  • Round 2-Beat SD St. (10)
  • Sweet 16-Beat Oklahoma (3)
  • Elite 8- Beat USC (1)-no Juju Watkins due to injury, huskies were still dominant and the game was very good despite Juju not playing.
  • Final 4: Beat UCLA (1)- Blowout, Dominant Huskies win- Azzi, Sarah , Paige led the way
  • Championship Game- Beat South Carolina (1)- in another Dominant Game, Kaitlyn Chen, Sarah Strong, Azzi, Paige. It was a full huskie team effort to title #12.

This tournament is always so fun for me to watch and engage with. I normally complete a bracket but this year decided to just relax and make my picks based on each game. I definitely picked Uconn to win the title they were honestly due for one and were playing very determined.

I am happy for them and excited to see where the team goes next.

Since winning the title, the WNBA DRAFT has completed, Paige was drafted #1 to the Dallas Wings, her two teammates Kaitlyn Chen and Aubrey Griffin were also drafted ( Golden State & Minnesota). I can’t wait to watch and support this upcoming season. Congrats Ladies and Go Kill it this season in the W.

As for the huskies that didn’t enter the draft, I am excited to see the progress of Azzi, Sarah Strong, and others. Let’s run it back one more time :)!

Congrats again on a phenomenal season!.

Next week we head to Paris, Team USA is on the cusp toward their 5th Olympic Gold Medal.. can they do it? Find out next week as we discuss Netflix’s special Court of Gold.

I appreciate all of my readers, leave your comments below.

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The 3 point King; 4000 and counting…

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There are always certain where were you moments in sports that you just never forget as well as players.

Stephen Curry is definitely one of those players who leaves you speechless with a jaw dropping moment.

For example, the 2016 game winner he hit against OKC with Mike Breen on the call, by far one of my favorite plays in his career.

Steph has solidified himself as one of the all-time greats. December 14, 2021 in Madison Square Garden, he officially became the All- Time 3 point leader in NBA history surpassing none other than Ray Allen. That night was super fun, emotional, and one I won’t forget. Watching a player since college, his growth, the countless amount of criticism he receives on a day and day out basis, and constantly have to prove himself.

You would think a 4x NBA Champion, Finals MVP, NBA MVP, 3 point leader, Gold Medalist wouldn’t have to constantly prove himself over and over again but what do we always say, if you don’t have at least one hater are you really doing it right? LOL….

From three pointer number 1 to 2,974 ( passing Ray Allen) to 4,000+ it is amazing to just state the fact that the amount of work, strength, confidence, and conditioning goes into such an achievement. Keep in mind these are MADE three point shots, just imagine where the number would be if he didn’t miss. It is very astounding. I am always in constant awe whenever I get a chance to watch the chef cook it up on the court. I have also been blessed to see him in person as well. My hope is to get to another game before he hangs it up.

March 13, 2025 at home against Sacramento, Stephen solidified himself once again by hitting the 4,000 three point milestone. Congrats Steph! Keep changing the game for good and moving the needle. I feel like Steph at this stage in his career now is honestly in some of the best shape he has been in just overall stamina and his teammates. Having a good on the court team structure as well as trust makes for milestones like this truly inspiring. His teammates, coaches, trainers trust him to do his job but also have lots of fun along the way.

I can’t wait to see what’s next for Steph, I’m pushing for championship number 5. If the warriors would get it done, He will join the exclusive company: Magic, Kareem, Michael, Kobe, just to name a few. I know that is the one title he is seeking. With the playoffs on the horizon the western conference is going to be as competitive as ever. If any team can do it , Golden State can…Remember 2022?! Never ever count them out! With the 3 point king on their side.

Again Congratulations Steph on accomplishing a huge milestone. Your impact on the game is definitely seen, imitated, and imagined. There is only one Chef Curry! Keep shooting and when it’s all said and done on your hall of fame career, I can’t wait to see what the overall All-Time 3 point number ends up being.

Celebrate this moment and Kill it in the playoffs 🙂

As always I appreciate my readers! Check back with me next week. We head to the NCAA and celebrate the UCONN Huskies!! 🙂

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She’s Back

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It has been awhile since I have blogged, but I am BACK!

It is time I get back to writing about sports I love but also covering sports I don’t usually dive in.

I want make this engaging and fun. From Stephen Curry surpassing 4000+ 3’s to Anthony Edwards and the T- Wolves making a playoff push to Paige Bueckers proving time and time again why she is that girl on the court for the Huskies.

March madness is wrapping with the Final Fours for both men and women taking place this weekend.

The NCAA Men’s Final Four in Texas has all number 1 seeds, the Women all number 1 seeds except UCONN which is a number 2 seed. I love watching South Carolina play and dominate but I am cheering for UCONN, a dynasty in it’s own right. I am hoping they can pull it off and silence the haters.

People hate to see the “underdog win”!!

I am excited to see how these games play out.

I have also been working out 6 days a week for the last few weeks, and eating right. I’ve adjusted my alcohol intake, sleeping better and taking supplements for overall better workout experience. Not to mention walking my dog batman 3-5 times a day for at least 20-30 minutes. I am coming along slowly but still moving and grooving. Staying active and healthy has always been apart of my life but I’m just really focused on it.

This blog is going to be on the shorter side but next week will kick things off with Stephen Curry surpassing 4,000 threes, the only person ever to do that!

So meet me back here every friday at 12pm for another installment of basketballmypassion.

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