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		<title>All You Need To Know About Everquest 2 Platinum</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:37:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sophia Brown</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everquest 2 Platinum is the key to a fun game. With out you will have to spend time farming it in the game. There is no need to get out of the house in order to buy Everquest 2 Platinum. You can just order it online.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everquest 2 Platinum is the key to a fun game. With out you will have to spend time farming it in the game. There is no need to get out of the house in order to buy Everquest 2 Platinum. You can just order it online.</p>
<p>Everquest 2 can be the solution for relaxing after a stressful day. This online role playing can become a great addiction for you and your friends. You don&#8217;t need to be an expert in playing games. Just read carefully the instructions and you will know how to play. This is a suitable game for kids and also for parents.</p>
<p>With an impressive presentation <a href='http://mymmoshop.com/buy/everquest-2/gold/index.php'>EverQuest 2 Platinum</a> will attract your attention and make your days better. One of the good things about this game is that it has a wide variety of character races and classes.</p>
<p>When it was made in 1999 Everquest 2 was not the first game of this type. There were already other games released but none of them as good as this one. With a great entertaining combat system and an impressive guild system you will not realize how time passes by.</p>
<p>The game allows your character to recover quick the health and power. You will realize that in order to be satisfied you will need to play this game for a couple of hours. There for make sure that you don&#8217;t have anything important to do.</p>
<p>When you choose your character you have to specify if you wish to be good or evil. Keep in mind that some characters are limited to just one or the other. The most fun characters are of course the evil ones. Everquest 2 Platinum is one of the most fun games you can find. The best thing about it is that it&#8217;s designed for grown ups and kids in the same time. Just enjoy!</p>
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		<title>NFL Flashback: Baltimore Beats Up On New England</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:14:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The New England Patriots looked nothing like a team that had gone undefeated at home all season, let alone one of the dominant teams of the past few years. The Baltimore Ravens took advantage of a weak New England rushing defense and some untimely mistakes by QB Tom Brady to lead 14-0 just five minutes. They would end the first quarter up 24-0 and would never be seriously threatened as they coasted to a 33-14 victory in Sunday's NFL Wildcard game.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The New England Patriots looked nothing like a team that had gone undefeated at home all season, let alone one of the dominant teams of the past few years. The Baltimore Ravens took advantage of a weak New England rushing defense and some untimely mistakes by QB Tom Brady to lead 14-0 just five minutes. They would end the first quarter up 24-0 and would never be seriously threatened as they coasted to a 33-14 victory in Sunday&#8217;s NFL Wildcard game.</p>
<p>NFL football betting enthusiasts who took Baltimore as +3&#8242; road underdogs were mentally counting their winnings before the end of the first quarter. The Patriots had dominated the head to head matchups with a 5-0 mark (4-1 ATS) and were undefeated at 8-0 (5-3 ATS) on their home field heading into this matchup.</p>
<p>The Ravens took advantage of three first quarter turnovers by Tom Brady to build their insurmountable lead. Ricky Rice ran for an 83 yard touchdown on the Ravens&#8217; first place from scrimmage, but afterward refused to proclaim the New England era of dominance over for good:</p>
<p>&#8220;Their era is not over, they know how to win but for the Ravens, to beat the New England Patriots set a precedent. We&#8217;ll always remember this win. One thing we said as an offense is we want to start games fast. I wanted to be the guy today to start fast, whether it was a 5-yard run or an 83-yard run. I wanted to be the guy to say this will be a fast-tempo game. We want the other team to play catch-up to us.&#8221;</p>
<p>Baltimore certainly did that, forcing New England to play catch up from their first possession. By the end of the first quarter, Brady and his teammates were hearing boos from the Gillette Stadium fans. For his part, Brady didn&#8217;t blame them for their displeasure:</p>
<p>&#8220;I&#8217;d have been booing us, too, the way we played. Playing the way we played today, we weren&#8217;t going to beat anybody.&#8221;</p>
<p>New England is done for the year, while Baltimore will head to Indianapolis to take on Peyton Manning and the Colts on Saturday night. Indy has won and covered three straight against the Ravens, though Baltimore gave them a tough fight at home this season before losing 17-15 as a +1 home underdog.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a well known expert on <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">sports handicapping</a> and a respected freelance writer specializing in NFL football, horse racing, fencing and model railroading. He provides daily <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">free sports picks</a> to Internet and broadcast media outlets. He lives in Southern Nevada, Nevada with three dogs and a retired racing wombat.</p>
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		<title>Getting Your Favorite Dvd Off Of The Internet</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:34:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Norma A Gonzales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You are likely knowledgeable of all the wonderful options that you can save cash and get the dvd you truly want by going to one of the abundant online sites that provide you the opportunity to download videos right from the comfort of your own residence. This innovative technology and these useful sites are offering amazing offers and deals. Occasionally when you enlist in one of these download websites you may even be able to download movies for free of charge occasionally as well.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You are possibly informed of all the positive ways that you can save cash and get the video you especially want by going to one of the many online services that present you the option to download movies right from the luxury of your own house. This recent technology and these beneficial websites are providing incredible offers and bargains. Occasionally when you join in on one of these download sites you may even be able to download movies for free occasionally as well.</p>
<p>When you have made your selection of the service that you would like, it is easy to sign up and start downloading the movies that you want. Ensure that you have a copious amount of storage room on your computer because films do take a lot of memory but it is worth it to have these wonderful films yourself. You will as well be able to transfer the dvd files to any portable viewing devices that you have, in order to take the motion picture with you.</p>
<p>Downloading videos works well for the entire family. You may enjoy the newest videos and your kids can get the hottest children&#8217;s motion pictures all for the same low price. You&#8217;ll end up saving a substantial amount of time and money when you take advantage of the benefits of acquiring your film from the Internet and downloading it right to your personal computer.</p>
<p>Join a motion picture download service that offers an array of motion pictures from every variety. Although you may think you only like a particular type of movie you never know when you may want to observe something diffrent.</p>
<p>Remember when you are ready to begin acquiring your videos by downloading the first thing you should do is to check out all of the sites previous to subscribing. There may be recurring charges or additional fees that you may not have predicted. Verify all of this ahead of time. Compare the sites and check them all out completely before making a decision.</p>
<p>With portable viewing devices you can always download some videos before you take a extended trip, whether by airplane, train or auto, just make certain you are not the one driving of course. Motion pictures can be an excellent way to pass the time anytime you might be sitting around waiting. You can always engage your mind when you are viewing an enjoyable film.</p>
<p>In case you are uncertain about joining a site, you can take advantage of a free membership trial from some of the websites. There are also special offers, coupons and an assortment of other discounts that you can take advantage of. A free trial period is an excellent way to start out as you can learn how it all works and how beneficial it can be.</p>
<p>There has been some remarkable advances in technology and it is getting to the point that soon it appears that we may be able to receive whatsoever we want with just our computers. Right now it is feasible to download favorable films anytime right from the luxury of your own home on your own computer. No need to run down to the nearest video rental store or wait for a film to come in the mail. You can have the exact motion picture you want right when you want it.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re ready to start downloading motion pictures to your computer the first step is to do an online search for movie downloads or online movie rentals. You will probably recognize some of the big name websites. Make an assessment of all of the websites that interest you and see what kind of services they all provide.</p>
<p>Remember to use a decent site to download movies from the internet it can be one of the best ways to get the movies that you want when you want them. Learn about <a href="http://gamersnetwork.org">download movies legally</a>. Downloading directly to your computer is a terrific way to see the best new movies.</p>
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		<title>Cleveland Manages To Beat Buffalo Despite Offensive Struggles</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:19:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In a matchup between two of the worst offenses in the NFL, someone had to win. Despite producing only 9 first downs and'3 yards of total offense, the Cleveland Browns got a late game field goal from Billy Cundiff to defeat the Buffalo Bills 6-3 and win their first game of the season. The Bills had the more productive afternoon statistically, with- first downs and 288 yards of offense but were undone by three costly turnovers. Both teams are now 1-4 on the 2009 NFL season.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In a matchup between two of the worst offenses in the NFL, someone had to win. Despite producing only 9 first downs and&#8217;3 yards of total offense, the Cleveland Browns got a late game field goal from Billy Cundiff to defeat the Buffalo Bills 6-3 and win their first game of the season. The Bills had the more productive afternoon statistically, with- first downs and 288 yards of offense but were undone by three costly turnovers. Both teams are now 1-4 on the 2009 NFL season.</p>
<p>To successfully bet on the NFL, one needs to find opportunities to play underdogs&#8221;this is particularly true in games where neither team is expected to put many points on the board. Such was the case here, as Cleveland easily covered the pointspread as +6 road underdogs. Both teams are now 2-3 against the number on the season. The Browns have now won and covered the last three head to head matchups between the teams. The 9 points scored came nowhere near the total of 41 for an easy UNDER.</p>
<p>It was a game without many highlights. The Browns got on the board first with a 24 yard Cundiff field goal in the second quarter, and took that 3-0 lead into the locker room at halftime. Buffalo would tie the score in third on a Rian Lindell 36 yard field goal. That would set the stage for Cundiff to nail the game winner from&#8217; yards out with: 23 left to play. Despite todays victory, Cleveland is averaging a woeful 11 points per game this season.</p>
<p>The real loser in Sundays contest may have been Buffalo head coach Dick Jauron. Many were surprised that he was retained after the Bills third straight 7-9 season last year and things have gone from bad to worse so far in the 2009 NFL season. Buffalo has lost to winless teams in back to back weeks, part of a three game losing streak. Overall, the Bills have wound up losers in 12 of their last 15 games. Not that Cleveland has done much better&#8211;the win today ended a 10 game losing streak, one short of the all time franchise record.</p>
<p>Cleveland will have a tough road assignment next Sunday, heading to Pittsburgh to face the World Champion Steelers. Theyll return home for a game against the Green Bay Packers on October 25th before playing the Chicago Bears in The Windy City the following week. Buffalo will play the next two on the road, heading to the Meadowlands next Sunday for a game against the New York Jets followed by a trip to Charlotte, NC to take on the Carolina Panthers. Theyll return home on November 1st to face the Houston Texans.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published writer and a noted authority on sports betting and <a href="http://www.sports-1.com/sports/football-betting/">NFL point spreads</a>. He is a frequent sports radio guest where he gives advice on how to successfully <a href="http://www.sports-1.com/sports/football-betting/">bet on NFL football</a>. He lives in Las Vegas with three dogs and a dingo.</p>
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		<title>Proper Equipment For Your Metal Detector &#8211; Winning Tips On Metal Detecting</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:10:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Hosea Bizan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Metal detecting is an extremely fun sport especially for people who always want to find new items and lost things underground. This activity gives them the much needed adventure that they wish for as well as a worthwhile experience while enjoying the outdoor environment. There are simply so many ways by which you can enjoy metal detecting and here are some tips which you should consider along the way.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Metal detecting is an extremely fun sport especially for people who always want to find new items and lost things underground. This activity gives them the much needed adventure that they wish for as well as a worthwhile experience while enjoying the outdoor environment. There are simply so many ways by which you can enjoy metal detecting and here are some tips which you should consider along the way.</p>
<p>Getting The Proper Metal Detector</p>
<p>The first tip which you must consider is to have the proper equipment for your metal detecting. The main equipment which you will be required of having is the metal detector. These things come in a variety of types, designs, functions and features and knowing just which ones will suit you is extremely important. You must know just what type of metal detector you are going to purchase so that in the future, your experience of metal detecting will be enjoyable and optimized.</p>
<p>In order to do this, consider first the location by which you will conduct metal detecting as well as the possible items which you are most likely to find and base your decision from there. These metal detectors are made for a variety of functions and having the right function will help you enjoy metal detecting. Moreover, having the right equipment means that you need not purchase any more in the near future and can only stick with one metal detector the whole time.</p>
<p>Finding The Perfect Areas</p>
<p>The second tip which you should remember is to find the areas where you would want to look for lost items and make sure that you have already researched about these places. It is understandable if you want to go outright to these areas; however, it will be very much helpful if at least you will take the time out to know some background regarding these places first. More often than not, you can find wonderful discoveries in these places. What&#8217;s more, finding secret areas will definitely heighten the adventure of your metal detecting.</p>
<p>The Virtue Of Patience</p>
<p>The third tip which you need to remember is to have patience along the journey since metal detecting is not entirely an easy activity. At times, it can require you to spend long hours outdoor simply trying to find lost items that are buried underground. That is why it is important that you have heaps of patience in order to endure such long hours. Also, it may be likely that not all times you are going to find items with your metal detector which means that you just need to keep your spirits up every time.</p>
<p>The Value Of Persistence</p>
<p>The fourth and last tip which you must consider is to have the much needed persistence of a hunter. Metal detecting is definitely a wonderful activity but it also entails much effort from you. Even if you do not discover new things every now and then, you should still be persistent in finding lost items even if it takes you such a long time to find them. Metal detecting is definitely a fun experience only if you will let it be. Just follow the course, and you will just be surprised to discover some valuables for yourself.</p>
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		<title>Broncos Still Undefeated After Win Over Chargers</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:31:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Denver Broncos are for real. The NFL's most surprising undefeated team certainly answered any remaining doubters on Monday Night Football as they used a fourth quarter surge to put away the San Diego Chargers 34-23. Denver upped their record to 6-0 while San Diego dropped to 2-3. Denver's special teams also excelled, with Eddie Royal becoming only the 11th player in NFL history to return a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in the same game.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Denver Broncos are for real. The NFL&#8217;s most surprising undefeated team certainly answered any remaining doubters on Monday Night Football as they used a fourth quarter surge to put away the San Diego Chargers 34-23. Denver upped their record to 6-0 while San Diego dropped to 2-3. Denver&#8217;s special teams also excelled, with Eddie Royal becoming only the 11th player in NFL history to return a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in the same game.</p>
<p>NFL football sports betting fans that backed the Broncos as +3 road underdogs were rewarded with the outright victory and Denver continued their season opening undefeated run against the pointspread (now 6-0 ATS). The Chargers, meanwhile, have only covered one of their five games this season. The 57 points scored went OVER the posted total of 44&#8242;. San Diego has gone OVER in four of their five games this year while Denver went OVER for the first time this season, leaving their NFL totals record at 1-5 O/U.</p>
<p>Royal was virtually untouched on both of his kick returns, a first quarter 93 yard kickoff return and a second quarter 71 yard punt return. After the game, he gave credit to his blockers:</p>
<p>&#8220;Man, it was a great feeling. The guys did a great job of blocking. I&#8217;ve got to give them a lot of credit. They opened up the seams and it was a home run.&#8221;</p>
<p>Despite the rarity of his feat, he said he wasn&#8217;t surprised that he turned the trick:</p>
<p>&#8220;You&#8217;ve got to believe it can happen before you do it. I&#8217;ve got a lot of faith in the guys in front of me, so I wasn&#8217;t surprised.&#8221;</p>
<p>Broncos coach Josh McDaniels also praised Royal&#8217;s blockers:</p>
<p>&#8220;I think our guys did a great job of blocking and giving Eddie a chance to get started.&#8221;</p>
<p>While losing coach Norv Turner lamented his team&#8217;s poor kick coverage:</p>
<p>&#8220;It doesn&#8217;t matter who you are playing; you give up two big returns on a punt and a kickoff and it makes it tough&#8221;</p>
<p>Chargers&#8217; QB Phillip Rivers talked about the loss and the team&#8217;s slow start to the 2009 NFL season:</p>
<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s going to be tough. We have to get over this one quick or we&#8217;ll find ourselves in trouble in Kansas City because it&#8217;s a short week.&#8221;</p>
<p>Denver will get a week off to enjoy their 6-0 start before returning to action on November 1 at Baltimore. The following week they&#8217;ll host the defending Superbowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football before traveling to Washington, DC to face the Redskins. San Diego will play at Kansas City this weekend with the Chargers a -5 road favorite and the total set at 44. They&#8217;ll return home to face their hated rivals, the Oakland Raiders, on November 1 before a road game against the New York Giants the following Sunday.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a staff handicapper for Sports-1 Sportsbook as well as a widely published freelance writer specializing in fight sports, investing strategy and how to <a href="http://www.sports-1.com/sports/football-betting/nfl.php">bet on NFL</a> football. He is a well known authority on <a href="http://www.sports-1.com">Internet sports betting</a>, food and wine and fencing. He lives in southern Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and a pet wallaby.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:16:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Simon M Skinner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Playing poker for fun is one thing. If you are in the game because you have the yearning desire to win, and you have a highly competitive spirit, then you will have a few good poker tactics to become a winner. Strategies to be successful in poker are important. Here are a few tips of the trade that may help you become a better poker player.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Playing poker for fun is one thing. If you are in the game because you have the yearning desire to win, and you have a highly competitive spirit, then you will have a few good poker tactics to become a winner. Strategies to be successful in poker are important. Here are a few tips of the trade that may help you become a better poker player.</p>
<p>A level of education is needed in any game regardless of which poker game you are playing. Goodness knows, there are plenty of versions like Texas Hold &#8216;em which is highly popular, five card stud, deuces wild, jokers, wild the list goes on and on.</p>
<p>The first rule is to always be inconspicuous. No matter what your expression, or emotion that you are feeling, or your thoughts, keep them under cover. If other players are not able to tell what your thoughts are, they mays lose concentration trying to figure what your strategy is.</p>
<p>Some of the give-away signs t are picking up your cards and placing them back down constantly. This signifies you are uncertain of your cards or your bet on the table. Biting fingernails, batting eyes, shifting eyes, shaking your leg can all be a sign of being nervous.</p>
<p>If you are going to play poker, use good poker tactics, not being afraid to call a bet is one that you need to learn quickly. The worst thing that can happen in poker is that someone raises the stakes and you fold with a winning hand. Many players bluff to win the bet.</p>
<p>When you have these good poker tactics mastered and feel comfortable it is time to move to the next phase of studying the other players. Look for signs. Learn their expressions when they are folding, winning, and bluffing.</p>
<p>Patience is one of the most important good poker tactics that you will need to have. If you are not sure if you should raise or fold, take time to think about it. Getting impatient and making the wrong decisions will result in more losses than wins. If you are in the game to win, exercise good poker tactics and do not be too friendly as this also breaks your concentration and competitiveness. You will be happy with your game and winnings when trying these techniques.</p>
<p>Playing poker for fun is one thing. If you&#8217;re in the game because you have the yearning desire to win and you have an extremely competitive spirit then you&#8217;ll have need a few good poker tactics to become a winner. More info on <a href="http://www.inetbet.com">free online poker</a> and how to <a href="http://www.inetbet.com">play online poker</a>.</p>
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		<title>Strikeforce Signs BJJ Specialist &#8216;Jacare&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:07:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The San Jose, CA based Strikeforce MMA promotion recently announced that they have signed Brazilian middleweight Ronaldo Jacare Souza to a multifight contract. He is expected to make his Strikeforce debut on the same October event as recently signed Fedor Emelianenko, which will be broadcast on the Showtime premium cable network.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The San Jose, CA based Strikeforce MMA promotion recently announced that they have signed Brazilian middleweight Ronaldo Jacare Souza to a multifight contract. He is expected to make his Strikeforce debut on the same October event as recently signed Fedor Emelianenko, which will be broadcast on the Showtime premium cable network.</p>
<p>In a statement released by the promotion, Souza expressed his pleasure at the signing:</p>
<p>I am very excited that I will have the opportunity to fight in STRIKEFORCE amongst many of the worlds best middleweight fighters. STRIKEFORCE has an extremely deep roster of top middleweight fighters. I am looking forward to the challenge and to taking my career to the next level.</p>
<p>Souza is better known in Japan simply as Ronaldo Jacare. He got the nickname in his hometown of Manaus, Brazil&#8221;its Portuguese for a species of alligator that is common to the area.</p>
<p>Hes also considered one of the best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners in the sport. He was a runner up in the 2008 DREAM Middleweight Grand Prix Tournament, losing in the finals to Gegard Mousasi. Jacare was in control of the fight until he got caught by a Mousasi upkick that knocked him unconscious. His only other loss in MMA competition came in his professional debut in 2003. In his last fight, he faced American Jason Mayhem Miller in a rematch of their DREAM tournament bout. This fight ended in a no contest after Mayhem was cut by an inadvertent illegal blow. Hes tentatively slated to face Miller again at DREAM 11 in October, though that hasnt been addressed either by Strikeforce or DREAM parents FEG. With the two promotions recently agreeing to a working relationship that includes a talent exchange, theres a possibility the matchup could be contested on the October Strikeforce event.</p>
<p>Souza began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 17 and fought MMA legend Randy The Natural Couture to a draw in a grappling contest in 2006. Shortly thereafter he began training at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas. He has since returned to training in his homeland but will reportedly begin training with Couture again in the near future.</p>
<p>MMA fans are already anticipating several excellent potential matchups for Jacare in Strikeforce, including a catchweight matchup between Souza and Nick Diaz.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a freelance sports writer and respected authority on sports betting <a href="http://www.oddsbay.com/">odds comparison</a>. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sportsbooks and <a href="http://www.oddsbay.com/">sportsbook directory</a> sites. He lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with three Jack Russell Terriers and an emu. He is currently working on an autobiography of former interior secretary James Watt.</p>
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		<title>Bowles KO&#8217;s Torres In WEC Bantamweight Title Fight</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:04:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brian Bowles used a counter right hook late in the first round to defeat Miguel Angel Torres by TKO and win the WEC Bantamweight title in the main event of another exciting fight card from Zuffas MMA promotion showcasing the lighter weight classes.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Brian Bowles used a counter right hook late in the first round to defeat Miguel Angel Torres by TKO and win the WEC Bantamweight title in the main event of another exciting fight card from Zuffas MMA promotion showcasing the lighter weight classes.</p>
<p>The event will be remembered for the main event and the shocking upset of Torres, whom commentator Frank Mir had been championing as the pound for pound best fighter in the sport of late. Torres certainly had the credentials&#8221;a fighter equally as dangerous on his feet as on the ground, hed compiled a 37-1 record entering the fight against Bowles.</p>
<p>Bowles entered the cage accompanied by the music of Johnny Cash. This prompted WEC commentator Todd Harris to quip &#8220;It takes a special man to walk in to Johnny Cash&#8221;. He wasnt kidding, and Bowles quickly announced his presence with authority rocking Torres with an overhand right and scoring a takedown within the first minute. After a groundfighting sequence, the two fighters exchanged punches again and initially it looked like Torres was getting the best of things as he landed a multiple punch combination that sent Bowles backing up. Almost out of nowhere, however, Bowles countered with a perfectly placed short right hook that sent the champion to the canvas. He followed up with some nasty ground and pound punches including a big left hand that knocked his opponent unconscious and forced the referee to wave off the fight.</p>
<p>In his postfight interview, Bowles was clearly pleased but not exactly surprised by the result. His comments indicated that hed been very well prepared for Torres considerable skills and though he conceded that hed been stung by the punching barrage waited for the opening to throw the right hook that ended the fight.</p>
<p>A rematch between Bowles and Torres is almost inevitable, but theres plenty of talent in the WEC bantamweight division. The semifinal bout on the card pitted two of these competitors in what may have been an elimination match for #1 contender status as Dominick Cruz handed feisty Joseph Benavidez his first professional loss via unanimous decision. The unorthodox and insanely athletic Benevidez had a good deal of trouble with the superior height and reach of Cruz.</p>
<p>Further muddling the picture in the bantamweight division was an earlier fight on the card, in which Takeya Mizugaki outlasted Jeff Curran to win a split decision victory. Mizugaki had trouble with the active guard of Curran, but scored takedowns in all three rounds. He did enough from the top position while fending off submission attempts to earn the verdict and to make his claim for #1 contender status.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a widely published freelance sports writer and noted authority on sports betting <a href="http://www.oddsbay.com/">odds comparison</a>. He writing has appeared on a variety of sports sites including sports news and <a href="http://www.oddsbay.com/">betting odds portal</a> sites. He lives in Las Vegas with three Jack Russell Terriers and a kangaroo. He is currently working on an autobiography of former energy secretary Donald Hodell.</p>
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		<title>NFL Preseason Handicapping Basics</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Among the sports betting public there's a lot of conflicting opinions about betting NFL preseason games. That's not really surprising, since there doesn't seem to be much middle ground on the subject. Overly cautious handicappers would argue that preseason football is a poor wagering opportunity. Some of the more obnoxious tout services would have you believe that short of a fixed game there is no greater "lock" that preseason football. Like most things that produce such polarized opinions, the truth is probably somewhere in the middle of the two extremes. Preseason NFL football is a unique proposition for the sports gambler, but when approached with caution, discipline and knowledge it can yield some profit.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Among the sports betting public there&#8217;s a lot of conflicting opinions about betting NFL preseason games. That&#8217;s not really surprising, since there doesn&#8217;t seem to be much middle ground on the subject. Overly cautious handicappers would argue that preseason football is a poor wagering opportunity. Some of the more obnoxious tout services would have you believe that short of a fixed game there is no greater &#8220;lock&#8221; that preseason football. Like most things that produce such polarized opinions, the truth is probably somewhere in the middle of the two extremes. Preseason NFL football is a unique proposition for the sports gambler, but when approached with caution, discipline and knowledge it can yield some profit.</p>
<p>The opponent of preseason wagering would suggest that its a bad wagering opportunity by its very nature alone&#8211;simply stated, the games don&#8217;t count meaning that the motivation and focus of individual teams is always in question. It&#8217;s hard enough to identify teams that are in a desirable &#8216;spot&#8217; during the regular season, the often conflicting agendas of personnel evaluation, playbook testing, and injury prevention found in the preseason makes it impossible. All told, this uncertainty makes it very undesirable to get financially involved with preseason NFL games.</p>
<p>The preseason NFL betting enthusiast would suggest, however, that it is the uncertainty that characterizes these games that makes for such a strong wagering opportunity. For example, in a matchup between a championship level team and a losing team you often see strongly divergent approaches to the game. Successful teams have more to worry about in terms of player injuries, fewer areas in which they need to evaluate talent, and more continuity in the areas of coaching and team chemistry. They often view preseason games as a chore, and have little interest in their outcome as long as they keep their superstars healthy.</p>
<p>On the other hand, consider the &#8216;lesser&#8217; team in a preseason matchup. They often have a number of key starting positions they need to fill, along with backup positions up for grabs. They may have new coaching staffs that players want to impress, new offensive or defensive schemes to implement. Most significantly, &#8216;lesser&#8217; teams often view the preseason as an opportunity to build team chemistry or create a winning attitude. A team trying to rebuild can benefit from winning *any* games, regardless of whether or not they count in the standings. For a league doormat, a win over an elite level opponent can serve as a rare highlight of a losing season.</p>
<p>Even among teams that don&#8217;t worry much about wins and losses during the preseason, they don&#8217;t want to go into the season losing them all. For that reason, one of the most successful preseason situations over the past decade and a half have been teams that lost their first two preseason affairs. During that span, 0-2 teams have hit right around 60% against the spread.</p>
<p>Perhaps nothing determines a team&#8217;s approach to the preseason more than the philosophy of the head coach. Some coaches simply hate to lose anytime they line &#8216;em up to play football, and as a result their teams are usually good preseason bets. Bill Parcells was famous for the preseason focus of his teams. Not surprisingly, many who worked with Parcells earlier in their careers are now carving out their own records of preseason success. This sort of dominance isn&#8217;t lost on the linesmaker and a coach like the Giants&#8217; Tom Coughlin (a former Parcells assistant) will have his ATS success will definitely been factored into the pointspread. Still, a motivated team that wants to win is always worthy of consideration.</p>
<p>One of the best tools that a handicapper has at his disposal during the preseason is the Internet. Actually, it&#8217;s a great tool year round but during the preseason it is invaluable. The best source of information on coaching philosophies, game plans, injuries, lineup changes, etc, are the local sports pages of NFL teams. Basically, the situation during preseason is that there is a lot of interest in the team and a lot of anxious beat writers looking to write stories. The problem is that there is little in the way of real news, and for that reason you&#8217;ll find the sort of minutiae on teams and players from which you can often extract relevant handicapping information. Even if there aren&#8217;t any nuggets of handicapping gold, you can at least get a feel for the coach&#8217;s goals for the game and the amount of playing time that key players will see. Sometimes coaches will come right out and say who will play at what juncture of the game, and will occasionally go on record that personnel decisions like evaluating all of the guys they&#8217;re considering for the backup defensive secondary jobs are more important than winning. Clearly, operating with this knowledge is a distinct advantage and operating without it can be fatal. There&#8217;s nothing more frustrating than betting on a team only to have them look like they could care less whether or not they win the game. During the preseason, however, it can frequently be prevented with some simple research and analysis.</p>
<p>In conclusion, there are certainly strong opportunities for profit in NFL preseason wagering but its essential to understand that it cannot be approached in the same manner as the regular season. And, as always, its important to remember that there will be more strong opportunities down the road and that discipline and rigor in handicapping is just as crucial in the preseason NFL as it is at any other time of the year.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a well known freelance writer experienced in travel, poker and <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">sports handicapping</a>. He is a consulting handicapper for Anatta Sports where he is responsible for providing daily <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">free sports picks</a>. In his spare time he enjoys fine dining, fencing and scuba diving. He lives in Las Vegas with four dogs and a pet coyote.</p>
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