Ohio State Women's Basketball Lands Four-Star Recruit Ava Watson

Ohio State fans, get ready to celebrate because the women's basketball team has just scored a major victory with the addition of four-star recruit Ava Watson. We are beyond thrilled about the potential impact that this gifted player will have on the team's performance in the forthcoming season. Let's dive into the details of this exciting development in college basketball.

Big news for Buckeye Nation! The Ohio State women’s basketball team has just landed a major recruit in the form of four-star player Ava Watson. This young lady is a force to be reckoned with on the court, and I have no doubt she’ll make a significant impact on the team’s performance in the upcoming season.

Ava Watson is a 5-foot-7 guard out of Buford High School in Buford, Georgia. ESPN ranked her 47th in the 2024 class, giving Ohio State a second straight commit from the list, with Ella Hobbs coming ranked No. 83. Watson is a premier shooting guard who won’t only attack the rim but hit from deep with great accuracy. She uses ball handling to break through defenders and sends in a more unconventional shot, going with one hand on mid-range shots.

With her commitment to Ohio State, we’ve secured a major win for our program. I’m excited to see what she’ll bring to the court in the upcoming season. With her addition to our team, expectations are high and I have no doubt she’ll help us achieve great success.

Who is Ava Watson?

So, who is Ava Watson? She is a four-star recruit who chose to play for the Ohio State women's basketball team despite being heavily sought after. Known for her impressive skills on the court, especially when it comes to scoring and playing strong defense, Watson's commitment is a major win for the team. Buckeye fans can't wait to see her in action and witness the impact she'll have on the court.

What position does she play?

Now, let's talk about Watson's position and playing style. She's a 5-foot-7 guard hailing from Buford High School in Buford, Georgia. ESPN has ranked her 47th in the 2024 class, making her the second consecutive commit from that list for Ohio State, following Ella Hobbs at No. 83.

What are her strengths as a player?

On the court, Watson shines as a shooting guard who is not only deadly from beyond the arc but also possesses the ability to attack the basket. Her exceptional ball handling allows her to break through defenders, and she's known for her unique one-handed mid range shot. Watson's versatility and scoring prowess make her a valuable addition to the team's roster.

How will she contribute to the Ohio State women's basketball team?

So, how will Watson contribute to the Ohio State women's basketball team? Well, her four-star rating speaks volumes about her exceptional skills and athleticism. Her commitment to the program is a significant win and will undoubtedly bolster the team's success in the seasons to come. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting her debut on the court, eager to see how she elevates the team's performance.

What are the expectations for the team with her addition?

With the addition of Ava Watson, expectations for the Ohio State women's basketball team soar. Her exceptional skills and abilities are likely to make a tremendous impact on the team's success in future seasons. Fans and analysts will be closely watching her debut, anticipating the ways in which she'll contribute to the team's overall performance. Undeniably, her commitment is a major win for the program and promises a bright future for Ohio State women's basketball.

So, Buckeye fans, get ready to cheer for Ava Watson as she takes the court and represents Ohio State with her remarkable talent and passion for the game. The future looks incredibly promising, and we can't wait to witness the incredible journey that lies ahead for the Ohio State women's basketball team.

A Brief Biography Of David Taylor Snooker Player

English: Steve Davis on the Warsaw Snooker Tour, 16 June 2007 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

David Taylor Snooker Player -- The Silver fox

David Taylor (born July 29, 1943) is an English, semi retired professional snooker player. His hair turned prematurely grey, which earned him the nickname "The Silver Fox". In 1968, he won the English and World Amateur Championships, and these victories inspired him to turn pro.

While Taylor is a talented player, he failed to win the game's highest accolades. He reached the semi finals of the World Championships in 1980, and regularly appeared on television throughout the eighties, when snooker was at its' most popular. Also, he is the reason that the trophy used in the World Championships says "Dennis Taylor", rather than "D Taylor".

Taylor competed on the professional circuit until 1997. For ten seasons, he was in the top sixteen, and his highest ranking was number seven in the 1981/1982 season. He lost all three of the major finals he reached. Firstly, in 1978, he lost the UK Championship to Doug Mountjoy. Next, in 1981, Steve Davis beat him to win the Yamaha Organs Trophy (subsequently called the British Open). His sole appearance in a ranking final was in the Jameson International in 1982, where he lost to Tony Knowles.

The only major tournament Taylor won was in 1981. This was with John Spencer and Steve Davis in the England team's State Express World Team Classic. In 1982, Taylor was one of the commentators when Steve Davis memorably compiled the first ever 147 break on television, at the Lada Classic.

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Sports Carnival Ecstasy - May 10, 2012

Mel Kiper Jr. NFL Draft expert for ESPN during the network's broadcast of the 2009 NFL Draft at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Welcome to the May 10, 2012 edition of Sports Carnival Ecstasy. In this edition we have Justin Burnette who takes a look at Spring Games for some of the best schools in the country including Arkansas, Notre Dame, Ohio State, & Penn State. Marky Mark (Not from the Funky Bunch) examines Sam Montgomery on his blog 'Not Mel Kiper Scouting Associates'. And finally we have an MMA article on Mayweather over Cotto from the Fight Night Blogger. Hope you enjoy the articles, bookmark, share, tweet, link on Facebook and come back soon.

Tracy Miller presents 8 Most Famous Daredevils in Motorcycle History posted at Insurancequotes,org.

baseball

RDG presents Offseason Basketball posted at No Helmets Required.

basketball

Collin Weyand presents How many shots to shoot daily? Part 1 posted at All Basketball Improvement, saying, "Check out my blog at www.allbasketballimprovement.com"

wizard presents Believe in yourself | Optimum Awareness Leads to Optimum Control in Your Life posted at Wizard Corpse, saying, "Improve overall psyche with this principle! plus a workout that will increase your explosiveness"

atletismoveterano.com presents sport, basket ,veteran, athlets,girona ,Spain,a sample to all sport fans atletismoveterano.com posted at atletismoveterano.com, saying, "hello ,we have apage in spanish and english this post is about basket player darryl middleton in girona spain"

football

Justin Burnette presents Spring Game Report Update: Arkansas, Notre Dame, Ohio State, & Penn State. posted at College Football Universe - Blog.

Justin Burnette presents NFL Draft 2012: Luck & RG3, Bank or Bust? posted at College Football Universe - Blog.

Justin Burnette presents Will It Be the Year of the Hog or Another Slap in the Face? posted at College Football Universe - Blog.

Justin Burnette presents SEC Quarterback Spring Stats & Notes posted at College Football Universe - Blog.

Marky Mark presents Sam Montgomery posted at Not Mel Kiper Scouting Associates.

RDG presents A Sudden Death to NFL’s OT | No Helmets Required posted at No Helmets Required.

Mike @ fit36 presents Should I Let My Son Play Football? posted at Fit36.com.

mma

Fight Night Blogger presents Cotto's Last Stand, Mayweather Wins a Tough Fight posted at Fight Night Blog, saying, "Boxing HBO Pay Per View"
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9 Ways to Improve the NBA

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The NBA has a lot it could do to improve. Everyone knows this. Even the players. Even the owners. So why don't they do something about it? You guessed it. Money. That little detail aside, here are nine things the NBA could do to improve itself...easily.

#1 Make the regular season a lot shorter. We all know the lockout-induced season this year is only going to be 66 games. This is probably a little bit too short. But 82 games, a normal season these days, is way too long. Players get hurt, they don't play defense, and they struggle to make it to the end of the season. For many fans, watching the playoffs is the extent of their fanaticism. This is sad. Watching players slog through a too-long season is also so. Somewhere around 70 games would be perfect. College baseball players double the amount of games they play in the pros, and football players play around 50% more. Basketball players play three times as many. Time to change that.

#2 Change the referee system. First of all, hire more referees so that players and referees don't develop relationships, bad or good. This can only lead to bias in calling the game. Also, show us stats on referees. And please hire more athletic refs while you're at it, possibly even some ex-NBA players. The ones you have now can't keep up.

#3 Slash players’ salaries. This doesn't even need an explanation. Players make too much, which leads to ridiculous ticket prices, and ridiculous prices for concessions. I do not need to pay nine bucks for a 12 ounce beer. Owners, coaches and admin don't need to make as much, either.

#4 Cut back on the number of playoff teams. Teams with 39 wins don't need to participate in the playoffs. It's not competitive, and it's not good for ratings. I know this issue is once again about money, but come on! We don't need to see playoff sweep after playoff sweep in the first round. It's not fun for us to watch, or for the low seeded team to play, when we pretty much know the outcome.

#5 Bring fairness to NBA scheduling. Teams do not need to play on back-to-back days. This would only be fair if all teams got an equal number of these disasters, but they don't. So, in the spirit of fair play, let's try to eliminate these from teams’ schedules. There are often scheduling conflicts at certain stadiums that make this difficult, but if it isn't possible, at least try to make it equal.

#6 No more minimum age rule. One-and-done should go the way of the Dodo. Players who know they're going pro after a year of college barely complete a semester of school. One semester of college? And then you can go pro? Who thought of this rule? These kids are getting nothing out of college, and the schools are doing everything they can to get around this rule, including borderline cheating. Get rid of it and set up some sort of more sophisticated developmental league.

#7 Guaranteed money? No more. Guaranteed salaries in the NBA have caused more problems than they have solved. Signing bonuses, or less years guaranteed would probably work out better. Or guarantees that only come into effect based on performance. We don't need to see any more players slacking in their later years because they have a huge guaranteed salary. No more faking injuries, or taking too long to get surgery and waiting until the regular season begins, please.

#8 Make the trade rules more lenient. With the recent trade issues, it's obvious that the rules need to be changed. I understand not wanting one team to be a dynasty, but come on. Let the trades happen. GMs are not stupid people; usually they have the ability to figure out what's best for their team. There should still be a "that's a ridiculous trade" clause in the rules where it's obvious there's a fire-sale going on, but let the trades happen.

#9 Finally, make the luxury tax fair. I understand the concept behind the tax, but it keeps the small market teams down and the larger market teams on top. It needs to be changed to be based on revenue and the size of that teams market for it to work. Minnesota and Chicago are way different in terms of size, so why doesn't this matter when it comes to the luxury tax. The penalties are the same for both teams, which really makes it hard for the Timberwolves to field a competitive team. Change the luxury tax now. Tax the wealthy.

All of these changes would make the NBA not only a better product for fans to watch, but a better place for the players to play. Change is not always a bad thing.

Rich Spaulding is CEO of Gold Star Games, a tailgate gear and cornhole bags supplier.

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Sports Carnival Ecstasy - February 3, 2011

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Welcome to the February 3, 2011 edition of Sports Carnival Ecstasy.

Joseph Morris presents Top 40 Blogs for Mountain Climbers posted at Online Training, saying, "Mountain climbers must be physically fit and able to tackle difficult circumstances. Mountain climbers love nature and usually take any chance they get to go climbing with friends or on their own. Getting started in this hobby that takes your physical fitness to the next level isn’t something that comes easy, but for those who conquer it, it’s an addictive activity that will make you feel invincible and keep you in stellar shape."

National Youth Sports Directory presents Protection Against Child Sports Injuries posted at Mambo Sports.

Judith Leeson presents 50 Must-Follow Football Twitter Feeds posted at Law Degree.

Jasmine Aaron presents 25 Best Sports Business Blogs You Aren?t Reading Yet posted at Masters in Sports Management, saying, "Fans can’t seem to get enough sports online, especially when it comes to sports insider news, information about business deals and even sports law and marketing. These topics are as important to regular fans as they are to sports managers. The following list of blogs includes 25 of the best sports business blogs that you may not know about yet."

tennispro presents How To Serve a Tennis Ball posted at learntennisquick.com, saying, "learn how to serve a tennis ball with these easy step-by-step instructions."

Phillip Donavan presents Top 40 Blogs and Articles for Tailgating posted at Political Science Degree.

Jeff Reed presents Luck turns down $50 Million plus! posted at Jeff and Sharon Reed.

tennispro presents Fastest Tennis Serve Record posted at learntennisquick.com, saying, "Find out who holds the current record for the fastest tennis serve."

Jay Smith presents 10 Most Obscure College Sports posted at Top Online Colleges.

Maura Quinn presents 15 Celebs Who Played Sports in College | Bachelor's Degree Online posted at Learn-gasm.

baseball

wibaseballdad presents 2010 MLB draft posted at Baseball Around Wisconsin.

loudmom presents Composite Bat Ban- My Opinion posted at Loud Mom in the Stands.

basketball

Eric Gargiulo presents NCAA March Madness Miracles? New faces to stir the pot posted at CamelClutchBlog.com, saying, "Every year we see a few NCAA basketball teams come up through the rankings and try and push the usual suspects for college hoops supremacy. This year we have a few new teams throwing the proverbial hats in the ring. Are they real contenders, or just more one year wonders that will quickly fade? Only time and a now 68 team heavy tournament will tell."

extreme

Joel Jamieson presents Improve Vertical - How to Get a Higher Vertical through Diet and Nutrition posted at Improve Vertical, saying, "The often forgotten supplement to training to improve vertical jump is nutrition. It is absolutely vital when it comes to helping out your vertical jumping ability, and using nutrition and supplementing your diet is the key to both fat loss and muscle gain."

Harriet Gordon presents The 20 Hiking Trails Every American Hiker Must Try posted at Human Services Degree, saying, "No matter what your skill level, there are loads of options in the listed 20 hiking trails every American hiker must try. With entries from local national parks to ancient cities overseas, there is something for every budget and sensibility."

football

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Sporty Limerick posted at Mad Kane's Humor Blog.

Will Green presents We Work Hard, they Pay Hard? Footballer's overpaid? Bad role models? posted at ask will online blogger help, saying, "My feelings on footballer's wages and how they react off pitch."

Jacob Joshua presents The Jay Cutler Saga and the Nook eReader posted at Jacob's Jist, saying, "My thoughts on Jay Cutler."

Steve presents Anthony Schlegel- The New Strength Coach For Buckeyes posted at BrutusReport, saying, "Anthony Schlegel returns to Ohio State after a stint in the NFL and the AFL to work with the training staff."

Michael presents College Early Enrollment Growing in Popularity posted at eScoutRoom, saying, "High School recruits continue to enter college earlier each year to get a better jump on the rest of their class."

Steve presents The Legacy of Tim Tebow posted at eFilmRoom, saying, "Tim Tebow left an incredible legacy at Florida with impressive wins and individual awards."

Eric Gargiulo presents Philadelphia Eagles expected to franchise Michael Vick posted at CamelClutchBlog.com, saying, "Michael Vick can stop hunting for a part time job because he will get paid! ESPN reports that the Philadelphia Eagles will apply the franchise tag to Mike Vick. Vick will receive a modest increase of $15 million for 2011. Now if only Mark Brunell can get a similar deal for his bankruptcy relief."

Eric Gargiulo presents A Look At The 10 Best NFL Super Bowls posted at CamelClutchBlog.com, saying, "In the spirit of the big game coming up this Sunday between the AFC's Pittsburgh Steelers and the NFC's Green Bay Packers, I have decided to take us all down memory lane and look back at my top 10 best Super Bowls and look back at some other stuff that makes Super Sunday great."

golf

Brian Rappe presents Manage Golf Tournaments & Events with My Crazy Caddie posted at Crazy Caddie, saying, "My Crazy Caddiis an exciting new social network and community for golfers that is 100% free and packed with features for players of all skill levels. Some of the most exciting aspects of this new service are the tools provided for team building and event management."

mma

Hussein Sumar presents Financial Aid for Single Mothers posted at Financial Help for Single Mothers, saying, "One-quarter of America's children live in low-income families with a working parent. Even though various educational grants are available for low income students, their dependence has not kept pace with cost of higher education that has risen manyfolds over the past few decades..."

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