This Thursday marks the end of a disappointing season for the Toronto Raptors. No playoffs, no surprising star player, no high draft pick but hey… a couple nights of free pizza by hitting 100 points doesn’t hurt. Although the on the court Raptors have fallen a little below expectations, the future is bright and the energy around the building from contests, to half-time shows to community involvement has been SPECTACULAR. If you haven’t been to a game this year this Thursday is a great chance as the Raptors present FANAPALOOZA, a great night at the ACC. Sole Power’s own Mayhem’s Finest will be there spreading some Raptors love. If you see the boys definitely give say hi. We’ll get em next year Toronto. Go Raps.
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We do love the Maple Leafs here at Sole Power but also recognize that although we bleed blue and white that doesn’t stop us from enjoying the Stanley Cup Playoffs while our boys in blue hit the golf course. With that being said here are the official Sole Power staff Stanley Cup predictions.
Teri: Washington Capitals- “I gotta support my boy Ovie”
Matt Roy: Nashville Predators- “Their captain grows the best playoff beard”
Abby: Vancouver Canucks- “Their leather snapback looks the best on me”
Brandon Klein: New York Rangers- “I used to play with their defenceman Del Zotto”
Edan: Florida Panthers- “They’re starting center is Jewish”
Stokes: Pittsburgh Penguins- “It’s the only other team I know” (Note: At first he said Winnipeg Jets until I informed him they weren’t in the playoffs)
Winner gets the winning teams jersey from the Sole Power jersey inventory
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This past weekend saw Jeremy Evans crowned this year’s slam dunk king… And for good reason.
He was the best on the night (not bad for a last minute replacement), but to be honest he fell short of what the last decade and a half has brought us. We can applaud Evans for his work, but also take some time to remember those that brought us out of our seat.
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Sports are great to watch. Some of the world’s best athletes competing against each other. The other great thing is when someone in the crowd catches your eye. Whether a crazy sign, a costume or a guy with amazing seats wearing your company t-shirt. We like it all.
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It’s easy to decipher a winner in sports. One team has more points than another. Pretty cut and dry…but what about the best ad? Well for those of you reading that watched on CTV from Canada, you have to decide between the “Arctic Air” preview, a “Republic of Doyle” preview and some recycled commercials from last year. If this you, I definitely recommend watching The Top 10 Superbowl Ads of 2012. That’s one bloggers opinion, for us it’s simple, a lot of energy and a good laugh makes this Chevy ad tops in our books.
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I’m as patriotic as the next Canuck, but I’m not sure I would stand on guard for these. The Raptors unveiled their tribute to the military uniforms, which as an idea I actually love, just wish the design was one that didn’t leave me squinting at my monitor. Either way we’re excited to see the Raps back this season, especially at their home opener December 28th, featuring some SP staff on-court. Maybe they can tell the execs that although we’re all for supporting the troops maybe some retro jerseys with proceeds going to the troops would be a better idea? Go Raps Go
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The annual list of the most “fascinating” people of the year was just released. We could just accept the list and share with you, but where’s the fun in that. We figured we’d also give our 2 cents.
Most Fascinating People of 2011
10 Jesse Tyler Ferguson & Eric Stonestreet (Modern Family)- We find them hilarious, so we’re happy they’re on here.
9 Simon Cowell- He was a little more fascinating 5 years ago…same ol’ thing with Simon
8 The Kardashians- Definitely a guilty pleasure, and a deserved on the list
7 Herman Cain- Pretty smart guy, we’d definitely have him speak at our staff meetings
6 Katy Perry- Our events would have a little less fun without Katy, she could make this list yearly
5 Derek Jeter- Another woulda been good on this list a decade ago… If you’re gonna pick an athlete, how bout Tebow?
4 Donald Trump- We don’t know about fascinating, but seeing the plans for Trump Tower in Toronto are pretty impressive, can’t wait for our first event there.
3 Amanda Knox- Sad, controversial story. definitely a downer on the list but can”t argue with her spot on it.
2 Pippa Middelton- More fascinating than the Royal Couple? We agree, and love her fashion sense.
1 Steve Jobs- Revolutionized technology. No one can disagree with this one. Sole Power Office Phone Tally- Iphone: 5 Blackberry: 3
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We do know Madonna will be performing at the Super Bowl half-time show (just announced today) and we do know she will do everything in her power to avoid a wardrobe malfunction, but we don’t know what songs she’ll be singing. The Sole Power crew think’s it should have a little something to do with the teams involved. So here’s our picks based on teams that could be in the big game
Dallas Cowboys- American Pie (2000)- Think of America and two things that immediately come to mind, pie and the big D star. What a perfect song choice if America’s team is in the game.
Green Bay Packers- Frozen (1998)- With the Packers playing all their playoff games at home in the frozen tundra this song is only fitting.
New England Patriots- Vogue (1990)- The poster boys for the NFL the last decade, this team would have no problem striking a few poses for Super Bowl pictures. Doesn’t hurt that their star player is also married to a Victoria Secret model.
Baltimore Ravens- Ray of Light (1998)- Ray Rice, Ray Lewis, it’d be a nice tribute to 2 of the biggest stars in the league
SolePower Flag Football Team- Like A Prayer (1989)- Hey, we can dream can’t we?
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Aaron Rodgers leads the Green Bay Packers to ANOTHER win on Thanksgiving keeping them undefeated. As he walked off the field though we thought “Could Aaron and Abby T be long lost brothers?!” we think so.
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