Better testing could have prevented tragedy

by David Haugh
The question isn't whether NFL teams can afford to require echocardiograms annually for players -- a relative pittance at an estimated cost of $180,000 per team. The question may be whether they can afford not to given teams' access and means to the best in sophisticated health-care prevention.
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We Are Not Role Models
by Eric D. Graham, BASN Staff Reporter -- Jan 3, 2010 - 9:57:00 PM
But let's give Sir Charles a little credit, he told the truth, because he is not a role model. And neither is Tiger Woods for that matter. Not because of his recent sex scandal, nor because he can hit a golf ball 800 yards.

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Welcome To The Art Of Lynde
by BASN Wire Services -- Dec 29, 2009 - 9:57:47 PM
Throughout most of his life, Lynde Washington was torn between his passion of art and his love for football. At this stage of his life, he has focused on his love of art and it is depicted in the original pieces of work on his website.

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Anger Management
by Bonitta Best -- Dec 19, 2009 - 9:57:00 PM
Mishayla's grades have improved dramatically now that she has a channel for her anger. But football can't take all the credit. Her transformation began two to three years ago after she started attending the Raleigh Safety Club in Southeast Raleigh.

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Five Lessons We Can Learn
by Dr. Boyce Watkins, BASN Contributor -- Nov 13, 2009 - 9:57:00 PM
Antoine Walker was recently arrested for not paying $800,000 in gambling debts he owed to a Vegas casino, and that's when the financial roaches started coming out of the closet.

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It's Far From Over
by Dr. Boyce Watkins, BASN Contributor -- Oct 6, 2009 - 9:57:00 PM
Vick didn’t lose all of his ability after laying off for just two years; he is probably as good as ever. He's ready to be great again, and there is nothing more powerful than an incredibly hungry athlete with all the talent in the world.

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