Jordan Spieth won the 2017 British Open, but coming up just short in 2015 at St. Andrews has stuck with him.

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NORTH BERWICK, Scotland Jordan Spieth has had a full week and its only Thursday.

On Monday, he was playing in the first round of the JP McManus Pro-Am and was greeted with pints of Guinness before the clock turned to 10 in the morning.

Later that day, Spieth raked a putt away from the hole, not remembering he was playing in a pro-am that was both an individual and a team competition, and was promptly disqualified from the individual part.

Not often do you see a DQ from a pro-am.

Then in Thursdays first round of the Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club, Spieth lit up the back nine (his first nine) with six birdies and two bogeys, briefly holding the lead at 5 under with South African Justin Harding, but finishing at 2 under and seven shots off the pace set by Cameron Tringale, who shot a 9-under 61.

"The nine I'd never seen before went really well, Spieth said after his round. And the nine I saw yesterday went poorly.

Listening to Spieth, the two nines didnt seem that different in how he played, as putts fell early and creased the hole late. But not anything to worry about as he prepares for next weeks British Open at St. Andrews.

It's really nice to get on links grass, Spieth said. There are certainly some shots today I'm glad I didn't try to hit the way I did next week because I played them incorrectly or something like that. You almost need to get over here and get on this turf.

Spieth hasnt been back to the Old Course since missing out on a three-man playoff with winner Zach Johnson, Louis Oosthuizen and Marc Leishman in 2015.

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Entering that week, Spieth had won both the Masters and U.S. Open, going for his third consecutive major title at the home of golf.

Tied for the lead at 15 under after a birdie on the 16thhole, Spieth decided to go down the left side of the Road Hole instead of going over the replica railroad shack.

It would be his undoing with a bogey 5.

I chose to go down left fairway, left me with little-to-no angle instead of taking on the right fairway, thinking I could still maneuver a 4 but leaving me with just a wedge into 18 and a putt to win the Open, Spieth said.

So, I played that all in my head after making it on 16, but it's just that much more difficult to make a 4 from the left fairway. It was a little bit of a weak play I think, looking back, and that's the one I think about.

Even with the disappointing loss, Spieth has a clear love affair with St. Andrews, calling the Open arguably the best golf tournament pros play.

Yet, the Old Course is not the most challenging and with technology continuing to make courses obsolete, it will need wind or, as Spieth believes, since its been so dry in Scotland, the hard and fast conditions may be a suitable defense.

I think if it's like it was this morning out here, it's just a wedge contest, really, Spieth said. The back nine just doesn't show the same teeth that it normally does makes it pretty easy for six, seven holes. Then you normally have to hold on for dear life on the back but if that wind is down on the back, all of a sudden, you've created a few more birdie holes.

Spieth is 20/1 according to SI Sportsbook to win his second Open Championship and if he makes the weekend at the Scottish Open, he will have four rounds of links-style golf to fall back on before he arrives at St. Andrews where he has a score to settle.

I just think the history of it, playing in the town, the idea that it could be the easiest or the hardest venue that we play depending on the day, Spieth said. Maybe it's just I remember watching certain ones growing up, and so the holes, the kind of scenic holes starting and finishing I really kind of hold onto.

"And then it was a really special tournament for me back in 2015 trying to go for a third (major) in a row and just kind of the crowd, the putt I made on 16 and kind of the finish, it was really fun contending in that major and having a chance to win.

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New Orleans Saints Cameron Jordan is still making top-10 lists at 32 years old, as Jordan was recently selected as one of the best edge-rushers in the league in 2022.

Drafted by the Saints back in 2011, the first-round defensive end has become a mainstay of the pass-rushing corps totaling 107 sacks in his decade-long career. Jordan recently came off yet another productive season in which he recorded 59 combined tackles, 22 quarterback hits, 12.5 sacks, six passes defended, and two forced fumbles. Not bad for a guy whos over the hill.

The 2021 season marks his tenth-straight year with 7.5 or more sacks, and Jordan shows no signs of slowing down.

ESPNs Jeremy Fowler ranked the NFLs top-10 edge-rushers, pooling the opinions of league execs, coaches, and scouts, and had Jordan just barely making the list at No. 10 overall.

From Fowlers article, an NFC scout reportedly said of Jordan:

Until he shows tangible drop-off, like some of these younger guys who havent had nearly the production despite getting all the attention from protections like he does Id say he hasnt fallen off.

Fowler also goes on about Jordans all-around skills as a defender, particularly in the run defense. Jordan boasts a 33.5 percent run stop win rate that places him at the top of the pack, and he could be considered more of a complete defender than most.

Saints fans will be delighted to know that Jordan ranks higher on the list than former Saints player Trey Hendrickson, who was only noted as an honorable mention. Jordan ultimately edged out his former teammate for the No. 10 spot, though Hendrickson may be entering his prime after a successful run with the Cincinnati Bengals last year.

While Hendrickson will always be the one that got away, the Saints are lucky to have a vet like Jordan who serves as both a reliable starter and inspiring mentor.

Jordan, a seven-time Pro Bowler, has stayed incredibly consistent while the Saints look to train their next generation of defensive ends Marcus Davenport, Payton Turner, and Carl Granderson each of whom have yet to prove themselves on the field.

This upcoming season could heavily impact those pass-rushers futures in NOLA, but one thing remains constant as ever: Jordan dominating the edge year after year.

Eventually, someone will overtake Jordan for his place on the throne, but until then, expect more sacks from one of the best defensive ends the Saints and the rest of the league has ever seen.

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Save for a brief absence in 2020, Quai 54 has been going strong ever since 2003. And in just a few days, the 2022 tournament will be underway, meaning so too will the release of their accompanying selection of Jordans. Alongside an Air Jordan 1 Stash and a Luka 1, this will include a commemorative Air Jordan 7, which has just surfaced via official images.

Unveiled just last month, the Air Jordan 7 Quai 54 indulges almost entirely in a navy colorway. The cool tone wraps the entire profile, from its suede base its nubuck overlays, and dresses the synthetic tongue, which acts as a background for the hastily drawn stripes. Adjacent, typical Jordan branding is highlighted in red, while the Quai 54 stamp across the help opts for a neutral type like the aforementioned pattern and the logos along the insole

For a closer look at the Air Jordan 7 Quai 54, check out the official images below. As the tournament is happening this weekend, a release date should be arriving very soon, likely doing so by way of Nike SNKRS.

In other news, the Air Jordan 37 was officially unveiled earlier this week.

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When discussing basketball shoes, the conversation is always centered around the Air Jordan signature line. It's been almost two decades since Michael Jordan retired for the third and final time, but his basketball shoes remain just as popular as ever.

Today, Nike announced the upcoming release of the Air Jordan 37. According to the press release, the newest model is built for multidirectional play, the shoes components are rooted in the NSRLs(Nike Sports Research Lab)study of the three stages of jumping: crash, load, and launch.

Nike described the "crash phase" as the instant deceleration on the jump, or even the landing on a rebound), the shoes heel features a TPU mold encasing responsive Formula 23 foam, which acts as a crash-landing pad for all of that energy striking down into the floor. The newest flagship foam from Jordan Brand, Formula 23 is designed to be lightweight and responsive, and its one of the most sustainable performance foams made by a NIKE, Inc. brand.

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Next, the "load phase" is the conduit transferring the motion from the heel through the midfoot. Thats why a carbon fiber midfoot shank returns to the Jordan signature line for the first time since the Air Jordan XXXII. Finally, the "launch phase" is set up by the Zoom Air strobel unit with the additional forefoot unit for a double-stacked pop off the pad off the foot.

Air Jordan 37 'Hare' colorway.

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The upper is a new technology called Lenoweave that uses a yarn called Arkema, a monofilament variety that is both strong and pliable. The design of the Lenoweave pattern itself, along with the profile of the tooling, is inspired by the AJ VII and the hand-shaped craftsmanship of West African basket weaving according to Nike.

Sticking with the theme, the zones of support in the upper are modeled after the configuration of sandal straps and ankle tape. This pattern not only provides containment in the areas of highest need, similar to a layered Huarache exoskeleton, it also adds to the handmade character of the shoes design.

Today, we only get official images for two colorways. The 'Beyond Borders' colorway of the Air Jordan 37 releases in September. The 'Hare colorway' releases later in fall 2022. Not only will the brand release a plethora of colorways as always, but the NBA's brightest stars will lace up player exclusives. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is arguably the most notable player to carry the torch for the Jordan signature line. Stay locked into FanNation Kicks for breaking news, updates, and interviews.

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(LWI) - When the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land (ELCJHL) opened the Bethany Beyond the Jordan baptismal (BBJ) retreat almost 8 years ago, the initiative was to offer Holy Land pilgrims a place of contemplation and respite in the historical site of Jesus baptism, but pilgrimages stalled when the pandemic shut down travel.

With travel being reinstated around the world, the church is now welcoming visitors again; international groups, Lutheran World Federation (LWF) member churches and other organizations, to make a pilgrimage, once again, to the sandy colored chapel that sits along the River Jordan.

Since its opening, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Church of Sweden, the Evangelical Church in Germany, and the United Methodist Church have sponsored and sent caretakers to live on site and greet visitors.

The current caretakers until September 2022 are Rev. Knut Kittelsaa and Ann Kittelsaa from the Church of Norway. After the Kittelsaas departure, the ELCJHL is hoping to receive caretakers for a three- or four-year term.

Rev. Imad Haddad, pastor of the ELCJHL Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at Amman located about 45 minutes away from the desert retreat, said that the site was left without visitors or a permanent caretaker for two years. BBJ is a part of Haddads responsibilities as pastor of the church in Amman.

In comparisons to 11 baptisms recorded in 2018 before the pandemic, this year there have been five baptisms and affirmations of baptisms this year, mostly for tourist agencies who called on us, Haddad said.

The baptism grounds are being revived and visitors are coming more and more, However, we do not have many coming directly to the BBJ.

A small section of the winding River Jordan on the Baptismal Site in Jordan. Photo: ELCJHL/B.Gray

Historians say that dating back before the 14th century, Christian monks and pilgrims had come to the baptism site in Jordan, but soon after the Crusades the area of land along the river was abandoned. Centuries of wars and conflict added to the disrepair and landmines made it unsafe to visit, until excavations, research and treaties led to its rediscovery and de-mining.

In 2008, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan granted land in the historic location to the ELCJHL and 11 other recognized Christian denominations in the country for the purpose of preserving the Christian tradition of baptism. Under the leadership of ELCJHL Bishop emeritus Rev. Dr Munib Younan, and with the support of ELCJHL partner churches, organizations and individuals, a chapel and residence quarters surrounded by a colorful, desert garden opened in 2014.

In 2015, the Baptismal site grounds were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Upon designation, UNESCO stated that The Baptism site is directly associated with the Christian tradition of baptism. The property is of highest significance to many Christian denominations as the baptism site of Jesus of Nazareth, and since millennia has been a popular pilgrimage destination."

A baptismal font at the edge of the River Jordan on the Baptismal site grounds. Visitors can be baptized or renew their baptisms at the historic location. Photo: ELCJHL/B.Gray

In 2018, there were 1,000 international visitors to the BBJ. Haddad said there were only two groups this year.

When people visit, they not only have the option of baptism and affirmation of baptism, but also access to paths for quiet, reflective walks that weave through the baptismal grounds accented with ancient, dry pools and other biblical sites.

Elijahs Hill has been reopened again. It is a place where human and God meet, where groups can interact with the biblical story and pray, Haddad said.

Located on the border between Jordan and Israel, it was a zone of unrest and there is still a military presence on the grounds, but the BBJ allows us to find peace and practice peace and feel the full presence of God despite the hatred that we may have for each other as human beings, added Haddad.

The walk to the waters is the walk of life and the feeling that God is with us. It is a faith journey you take whenever you visit.

The BBJ board of directors, of which ELCJHL Bishop Rev. Ibrahim Sani Azar is the head, have plans to renovate the kitchen so that meals for large groups can be prepared onsite. There is also a maintenance plan in place to repair building damage from two years of infrequent use.

Azar invites the communion to visit the ELCJHL and add to your journeys a pilgrimage to tranquility and respite in the wilderness where John the Baptist studied, and Jesus was baptized hearing the words, You are my beloved son, with you, I am well pleased.

In the years before the pandemic, hundreds of international visitors walked the grounds of the site on a spiritual journey at the ELCJHLs Bethany Beyond the Jordan. Photo: ELCJHL/B.Gray

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A 9-year-old boy has died after he was struck by an SUV that allegedly drifted into the bike lane, police say.

He and another 9-year-old boy were hit while biking eastbound on 11400 S near 2100 W in South Jordan on Wednesday morning. Based on the initial investigation, the driver drifted over into the bike lane, hit the children and dragged them 150-200 feet before stopping, said South Jordan Police spokesperson Eric Anderson.

Anderson said the driver of the SUV, a 44-year-old woman, is cooperating with police. The names of the children have not been released.

The South Jordan Police Crash Team is still investigating the crash. Six other crashes have occurred this year near the intersection of 2100 W and 11400 S, Anderson said.

Were really just trying to emphasize traffic safety, Anderson said. Its really just being cautious when youre driving out there and its not just for your own safety but its for other people as well, especially kids on bikes.

South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey said in a video statement that she hasnt spoken with the family of the child that passed, but extends her heartfelt condolences.

Theres so much we as a community can do to work hard to ensure safety on our roads, Ramsey said. Were going to continue to work hard to do that and ask you to join us in doing all we can to keep our community safe.

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STAR athlete Taylor Fritz's plays on the court earned him his prominence in the world of professional tennis.

While Taylor makes headlines for his pro-tennis career, sports fans are curious to know more about his life as a father to his son Jordan.

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Born in January 2017, Jordan Fritz is the son of Taylor Fritz and his then-wife Raquel Pedraza.

Following the birth of Jordan, Taylor resumed playing tennis a couple of months later.

At the Indian Wells Masters post-game press conference in March 2017, the athlete disclosed details of how he's adjusting to fatherhood.

In the wake of his victory, he told the media: "Nothings really changed at all for me.

"My wifes been handling everything. She handles all off-court stuff so I can be on the court more than before."

Taylor shared: "I feel like everything is the way it was before with all the other guys that are my age.

"My life really hasnt changed too much because of how my wife has really stepped up."

Raquel Pedraza is the ex-wife of Taylor Fritz, together they share their son Jordan.

Similar to her ex-husband, Raquel is also a pro tennis player.

On July 7, 2016, the two tied the knot in a California wedding after Taylor proposed to her under the Eiffel Tower.

In December 2019, the two athletes called it quits and got divorced.

Sometime in 2020, Taylor Fritz began dating Morgan Riddle.

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While she's seen at several of her boyfriend's tennis matches, Morgan is a popular social media influencer.

In February 2022, she posted a TikTok that explained what her life is like with Taylor as she hits the road to support him during his matches.

The online personality said: "Im Morgan, I traveled the world on the ATP tour with my boyfriend, who is the No 1 American tennis player.

"I know that tennis is relatively uncool and unknown in America, so heres what you should know."

She added: "Unlike most sports, tennis is a year-round sport except for four weeks off in December.

"Tennis tournaments are not your casual sporting event with hot dogs and beer, you can expect champagne, strawberries and cream, Nobu, and getting to wear really cute outfits."

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Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced that Cimone Jordan has been named Director of Housing and Neighborhood Planning and Elyzabeth Wengert Director of Neighborhood Grant Programming and Compliance.

As director of housing and neighborhood development, Jordan will take on a number of roles in housing development strategy and planning, analysis and management of funding for redevelopment projects, real estate and redevelopment activities for the Syracuse Urban Renewal Agency (SURA) and coordination of the tax foreclosure process.

Jordan plays a critical role in advancing housing and community development investments within Syracuse neighborhoods by managing planning strategy for residential investments, and by coordinating a variety of property disposition, strategic enforcement and community engagement initiatives to promote neighborhood stability. In addition, Jordan will collect and analyze data as it relates to property tax foreclosure cases, make recommendations for foreclosed properties, collaborate with the Land Bank to identify priority redevelopment cases, respond to constituent questions and present legislation to the Common Council.

Namely, Jordan will also oversee the infill planning under the Resurgent Neighborhood Initiative (RNI) and manage implementation of the RNI strategy. In addition, she serves as the program manager for the Community Ambassador program, and will engage citizens and stakeholders in identifying key problem properties, and she participates in task force meetings including the Vacant Property Initiative and Lead Working Group.

In her previous role, Jordan worked as a Planner in the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development. In this role, she worked in conjunction with City of Syracuse Law Department and Code Enforcement to conduct outreach to vacant property servicers and lienholders to encourage compliance with the Abandoned Property Neighborhood Relief Act of 2016. She also served as the Southside Planner through RNI, and regularly engaged with community groups to relay department updates and answer questions.

Jordan received her BA in Environmental Studies from Hamilton College.

Wengert is responsible for securing and managing a diverse portfolio of federal, state and private sector grants to support safe and affordable housing and neighborhood development. As director of neighborhood grant planning and compliance, she will also work with other Department leaders to align grant strategies and programs with the Departments priorities for neighborhood and economic development and inclusive growth.

Wengert previously held several roles in academic administration and higher education with proved success in grant writing, community engagement and strategic planning. She has also led several diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, developing her skills as a dynamic leader who is well-connected with the community.

In her role as Director, Wengert will manage and secure grant and funding opportunities from not-for-profit organizations and other government partners, support planning and reporting on all grant processes, evaluate program performance, and develop strategies and recommendations for sub-awards to local partner agencies.

Wengert graduated from the State University of New York at Albany with her B.A. in Psychology and African American Studies and her M.A. in Latin American and Caribbean Studies. She is also a member of several professional organizations including the Association for Equality and Excellence in Education, the American Association for Higher Education and the Association for the Study of Higher Education.

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Nikes revolutionary Air technology has been part of the Jordan Brand line of footwear since #23s debut in the NBA. Beginning with the Tinker Hatfield-designed Air Jordan 3, the Oregon-based companys game-changing Air Max cushioning solution has delivered a peek behind the midsole, exposing Air technology to the world. Over the last few decades, Michael Jordans eponymous label has blended basketball heritage and running-informed cues for models that promise comfort and style.

The latest in the expansive line of visible Air-donning propositions from Team Jumpman is the Jordan Air 200E. Unlike some predecessors, the upcoming Jordan Air Max silhouette doesnt overtly reference any of the earliest Air Jordan styles. Mesh base layers are overlaid with nubuck panels along the profiles, which boast perforations at the mid-foot surely derived from some Air Max running sneaker from the 1990s. Fuse reinforcement appears at the toe box and along the tongue, giving the Jordan Air 200E aesthetic and functional benefits. Midsoles underfoot arguably call the most attention given their angular arrangement and Air Max 200 unit at the heel, a popular choice among Jordan Brands lifestyle models. Accompanying traction further blends running and basketball heritage as tread underneath the forefoot opts for a waffle pattern while tread towards the heel boasts a herringbone finish. Together, each aforementioned component advances both Nike and Jordans legacies into the next few decades.

Enjoy official images of the models debut colorways ahead, and anticipate a Nike.com release date soon.

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Not long ago we revealed to you a first look at an upcoming Air Jordan 1 Low release that had a unique yet familiar split-blocked arrangement of white and black. Comparing it to the Air Jordan 1 Homage To Home, this low-top iteration shared the same division of colors down the middle that Jordan Brand created with the OG Chicago and Bred colorways. Now, official images have revealed a Mid-top version in the same white and black.

Similarly to the Air Jordan 1 Low, this Air Jordan 1 Mid sees the identical tumbled leather construction with the black overlay above the white and in inversion of that on the medial. The split is achieved by tucking the edges to create a seamless look the same as in Homage To Home Air Jordan 1s.

Lets hope Jordan Brand has more colorways in this style coming soon. For now, check out the official images and stay tuned for updates.

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The Air Jordan 1 Mid especially in the past few years has offered a number of colorways far more bold, more daring than that of the Retro High OG. And back in February, it was revealed that the silhouette would be forgoing its usual leathers for Green Python.

Showcased in better detail courtesy of official images, the colorway swaps outs its overlays for the titular material. Scales are chiseled into these exterior panels, which are then dressed a vibrant Vivid Green in complement to the tread and Jumpman logo. Elsewhere, the construction is par for the course: white leathers outfit the leather base as well as the adjacent Wings logo, midsole, lining, and lace unit.

For a closer look at the Green Python, take a look at the official images below. Currently, no release date has been set, but these will likely hit Nike.com and select retailers some time this May.

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Dennis Rodman revealed on a podcast that he wishes him, Michael Jordan, and the rest of the Bulls lobbied for Jerry Krause to keep the team together.

Dennis Rodman made it to the Chicago Bullsroster in 1995 after it was clear Michael Jordan and company needed help on the boards after getting eliminated by Shaquille ONeal and the Magic in the 95 ECSF.

Getting Rodman was a particularly tough decision given the history he had with both MJ and Scottie Pippen. Rodman was on the Bad Boy Pistons teams that beta up on the Bulls for 3 straight postseasons before getting swept in 1991 and it was difficult for Pippen to accept Denniss apology.

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However, a couple private meetings later and getting reassurance from Phil Jackson that he could handle The Worm was all Jerry Krause, the Bulls infamous General Manager, to give the go-ahead to bring Rodman on board from the Spurs.

Fast-forward a little less than 3 years and the Bulls had 3 championships to show for that decision they made to bring perhaps the most prolific rebounder of all time on the team.

The Last Dance shed light on how Jerry Krauses increasing level of disdain for Phil Jackson led to the inadvertent disbandment of the Bulls championship core. More so than inadvertent, Krause knew that firing Phil would mean Michael Jordan retiring or at the very least, leaving the Bulls. If MJ, left, the rest would too.

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That is exactly what happened as Scottie Pippen found himself on the Houston Rockets, Dennis Rodman on the Lakers, and the Bulls posted a wretched 13-37 record during the lockout 1999 season. The San Antonio Spurs with a sophomore Tim Duncan and veteran David Robinson would win the NBA championship that season.

Dennis Rodman however, believes that the Bulls wouldve easily won if they had been together in the 1999 season. Jordan is on record saying he wanted to ride the Bulls out until they were dethroned and Rodman wishes that him and the rest of the core players lobbied for keeping the team together. [at the 7:46 mark]

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Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen created arguably the greatest duo in NBA history in Chicago, winning six championships together in the 90s. They had to work hard to reach the glory, losing many series in the 80s against the teams that ruled the league at that time.

Once they got past the Detroit Pistons, it was over for the rest of the league. Jordan and Pippen went at it, destroyed opponents, and collected six championships in eight years. They won two three-peats while leaving a little window for Hakeem Olajuwon and his Houston Rockets, who won the NBA title in 1994 and 1995, respectively.

During those seasons, Michael Jordan was retired, trying his luck as a baseball player, joining a Chicago White Sox's minor-league team to pursue this new goal. At the time of his departure from the Chicago Bulls, Scottie Pippen had some things to say about him, showing his happiness of seeing his teammate give him the keys to the car.

Pippen knew he was the leader of the team after MJ left the game for the first time, and he was really enjoying that experience, even saying he was glad that His Airness retired.

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On Oct. 28, 1993, Scottie Pippen took what was his.

That was the night of Pippens first game without Michael Jordan, a meaningless preseason exhibition game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Before the game, with reporters in the locker room, Pippen emptied Jordans spacious double locker, combing through the detritus of a legend to comedic effect.

Pippen pulled out a Jordan T-shirt and asked the media, Here, anyone want to dry their tears? He found some old candy bars, musing that he might have to try them to see if he could get blessed with magical powers.

But mostly, he seemed happy to take over the prime real estate afford to a sporting king. The throne now belonged to Pippen.

Michael, I love you, but Im glad to see you go, he said with a laugh, according to former Bulls beat writer Melissa Isaacsons book on the post-Jordan Bulls, Transition Game.

Knowing how Pippen felt about Jordan after all these years, it's interesting to see how he reacted after his teammate and supposed friend retired from the game. Pippen had strong feelings about Mike and didn't hesitate to call him out and the way he treated teammates in his book. Moreover, Pippen said that he didn't like being called Jordan's sidekick.

During the 1993-94 season, with Jordan trying to solve the mysteries of baseballs slider in the Southern League, Pippen earned his locker, taking the Bulls to the brink of the NBA Finals, finishing third in MVP voting and winning the All-Star Game MVP. The Bulls were a Hue Hollins phantom foul call on Pippen away from making a sixth-straight trip to the Eastern Conference finals. But Pippen also combusted at the worst possible time, earning him a black mark on a reputation he bristles at today.

Pippen thrived and suffered in that brief window of time where he had the spotlight to himself. Those who observed him saw the tension in Pippens world. He was, at times, resentful of Jordans imperious persona, but he played his role as the perfect partner dont say sidekick to his more talented teammate.

God, I hated that term and being referred to as Robin to his Batman, he wrote in the prologue to his recent book, Unguarded.

It seems like Pippen had these feelings towards MJ for a long time, while the rest of the world was convinced they loved each other. Well, even though many people think things went wrong after The Last Dance premiered two years ago, it looks like Scottie hold a big grudge against Michael even before that.

In one and a half seasons with the Bulls, Pippen couldn't lead them to the NBA Finals, and it wasn't until MJ returned that they went back to their old level, winning three more consecutive championships, confirming they were one of the greatest dynasties in NBA history. Just like he was happy to see him go, Pippen must have felt relieved after Jordan announced he was back.

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It my seem like were inching ever-farther from the return of the Air Jordan 4 Military Blue, but Jordan Brand is still keeping spirits high with an impressive and vast collection of Air Jordan 4 Retro footwear. This upcoming Military Black is almost cruel given how close it is to the original blue shade from 1989, but despite the brand dangling that long-awaited re-issue, these are quite a consolation prize.

Dubbed the Military Black for sharing the exact same color-blocking as the Military Blue, this looming June release swaps out that signature shade for a black on the midsole, heel-clip, and lace eyelets, as well as the tongue logo, tongue interior, and the inside base beneath the netting. These brand photos also reveal a similar density of the suede at the toe-guard as well. These are most certainly a clean addition to any summer rotation, but we can also envision what a Jordan 4 Military Blue would look like in terms of quality.

Again, the Air Jordan 4 Military Black is currently expected to release in June 2022 for $200; stay tuned for further updates. In the meantime, check out other Jordan 2022 release dates to prepare for whats dropping this summer.

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Trimble announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Time and Frequency, LOADRITE, Spectra Precision Tools and SECO accessories businesses to Precisional LLC, an affiliate of The Jordan Company (TJC).

The divestiture is in line with Trimbles strategy to focus on areas core to its long-term growth and strategic product roadmap. The global transaction is subject to a number of customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2022. Financial terms were not disclosed.

We are continually evaluating our product portfolio as we work on the execution of Trimbles Connect and Scale 2025 strategy, said Rob Painter, president and CEO of Trimble. Trimble is focusing its efforts on the companys connected industry platforms and digital transformation capabilities, making Precisional and TJC an ideal fit for the growth of the businesses.

TJC, a private equity firm, is completing the acquisition in partnership with industry executive Drew Ladau to form Precisional LLC, a global platform focused on precision measurement and data solutions driving efficiencies in demanding infrastructure end markets.

The Trimble businesses, which will join Precisional, have a long heritage of innovation, and each is a leader in the markets it serves, said Drew Ladau, CEO of Precisional. Im excited to build upon this strong foundation alongside the dedicated employees that have served their customers so well over the years. In addition, we plan to accelerate the pace of innovation and growth with the focus of resources and investment on these core businesses supported by TJC.

The acquisition of four industry-leading businesses from Trimble by Precisional forms the foundation of a new platform focused on precise measurement and analytical insights to improve productivity across a broad range of applications that rely upon accuracy and reliability, said Erik Fagan, partner at TJC. By supporting existing management to make investments in Precisionals operations and product development to integrate precision measurement with data solutions and enhanced connectivity, we intend to accelerate growth opportunities while also pursuing synergistic acquisitions.

The Time and Frequency products use the accuracy of GNSS clocks to provide precise time, synchronization and frequency reference signals for many industries and applications. Communication systems, data centers, financial networks, utilities, factory automation, security and other infrastructure rely on precise timing for synchronization and operational efficiency.

The Spectra Precision Tools business designs and manufactures high-quality leveling, positioning and alignment instruments used for general, exterior and underground construction. The instruments incorporate laser and optical technology for general contractors and specialty contractors serving large and small commercial jobsites as well as residential builders and remodelers.

The LOADRITE business offers accurate scales for loaders, excavators, conveyor belts, tractors, refuse trucks and forklifts that connect with payload-reporting and monitoring systems for the waste, quarry and aggregates industry. The products improve user efficiency by weighing products while they are on a vehicle or belt, eliminating the need for a separate trip to a fixed-scale location.

The SECO business designs and manufactures a wide variety of accessory products used in conjunction with surveying and construction instruments. The portfolio of accessory products includes tripods, telescopic poles, prisms, carrying cases, GPS antenna poles, safety vests and leveling rods.

LOADRITE, Spectra Precision Tools and the SECO businesses have been reported as part of Trimbles Buildings and Infrastructure segment. The Time and Frequency business has been reported as part of Trimbles Geospatial segment.

Orrick acted as legal advisor and Lincoln International acted as financial advisor to Trimble. Mayer Brown acted as legal advisor and BMO Capital Markets acted as financial advisor to TJC.

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Michael Jordan and LeBron James have never had the closest relationship, with LeBron chasing the GOAT for most of his career to become the greatest of all time himself. NBA insider Jackie MacMullan revealed earlier this year that MJ gave a rookie LeBron James his number but LeBron never really ended up callinghim to get his guidance.

Michael Jordan has now elaborated on LeBron not calling him on the Icons Club podcast, something that was seemingly in stark contrast to his relationship with another superstar in Kobe Bryant. Kobe, who always looked up to Michael and also wanted to surpass him, developed a mentor's relationship with the GOAT, but LeBron it seems wasn't quite as interested (via Sportskeeda).

"To his credit, he never called," Jordan said. "I mean, he may have called a couple of times, but nothing to the magnitude of Kobe."

Jordan went on to explain that there were no hard feelings between him and LeBron over the situation, suggesting that it would make more sense for LeBron to get advice from Magic Johnson instead anyway, as LBJ's game has resembled Magic's throughout his career a lot more than Jordan's.

"He should call Magic Johnson," Jordan said. "His basketball talent is more Magic Johnson than Michael Jordan."

LeBron James has done excellently for himself and put himself in the conversation to be considered the greatest player to ever do it, although many would still say that the title still firmly belongs to MJ.

Considering that the main knock against LeBron has been a lack of 'killer instinct' after making it to the biggest stages, perhaps a little guidance from Jordan wouldn't have hurt him on that front. MJ was known for being ruthless, and it was a large part of what drove him to the heights he went on to achieve. Regardless, LeBron has made his way in the league, and there can be no disputing the fact that he's made himself an icon as well.

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Standing on a bridge over the Jordan River on Salt Lake Citys west side, Tom Kalaher, 56, feels melancholy. The wind rustles tree branches while a crow squawks above him. A handful of tents are pitched on the riverbank where Kalaher used to live for about eight months last year.

It was a good, safe place to go, Kalaher said. You're a little bit more remote from other people. We'd formed a little family group of about seven people that were pretty solid. We didn't have any problems. Everybody pulled their weight.

A new report from researchers at the University of Utah, called Drivers of Unsheltered Homelessness and Conservation along the Jordan River, Salt Lake County, Utah, paints a clearer picture of homelessness along the river. After conducting 60 surveys and 16 interviews with people over multiple months and seasons, they found the average time people spent living at the river was nearly two years.

Researchers found the sense of security and community that Kalaher described was a common response to why people set up camp at the river. The analysis also shows many moved here after their previous encampments were taken down by city and county officials.

Jeff Rose, the principal investigator for the project, said anxiety about future camp abatements was another major thread in the study.

These are barriers for people who are trying to find a job, trying to find some sort of long-term housing situation, Rose said. If you can't leave your tent because you're afraid that you're going to lose your tent anytime you might leave it, then that just creates all these additional layers of insecurity in people's lives that are already pretty insecure.

But as camps get larger, city officials say the problems associated with them do, too.

Michelle Hoon, who oversees Salt Lake Citys homeless engagement team, said they try to provide outreach to people along the river, but they can be a particularly tough group of people to engage because of how long theyve been unsheltered.

We really tend to try to focus abatement resources on the biggest camps because they tend to be associated with the most public health and public safety risks, Hoon said. You see far more heavy drug use in large camps, you see a lot more violence in large camps.

As part of the analysis, researchers also recommended including the experience of unsheltered people in future management plans for the river. Rose said its about recognizing there will likely always be some level of homelessness there.

I think we can make some small steps that would make encampments much more sustainable, [like] providing restrooms and providing nearby trash services, providing nearby clean water for drinking, he said. Those are relatively small investments that municipalities can make that would have a huge impact on people's lives and ultimately make these encampments much more sustainable, much more humane.

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DJ Khaleds sturdy relationship with Jordan Brand has not only given the Miami-based producer an unprecedented level of access to footwear, but also the rarified opportunity to design his own shoes. In conjunction with his WE THE BEST platform, DJ Khaled has revealed a new Air Jordan 5 Retro in a 305-friendly mix of colors that include a pink/orange hue, bright purple, aqua teal, and a bone white with colorful interiors and accents and an opaque outsole, sail tints on the midsole, and the traditional silver big tongue of the AJ5.

Revealed through a promo video on his Instagram, which reveals detailed shots of the shoes in multiple colorways, matching apparel, and DJ Khaled doing his absolute best with a basketball, these Air Jordan 5s are according to the caption releasing to the public. Some pairs use just the Nike Air logo on the heel, while others feature Khaleds We The Best logo, which may denote which is the retail pair and which is for friends and famiily. Those friends and family pairs could be available through a giveaway similar to how his earlier Air Jordan 3 We The Best was dropped. Detailed photos and information will likely follow, so check out a closer look at the shoes via the video ahead.

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PGA Tour fan favourites Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler teed it up together in a practice round ahead of the RBC Heritage this week.

Both players were filmed by the PGA Tour working on their games ahead of what will be a competitive week with a strong field at Harbour Town Golf Links.

Spieth, who has only made one top-10 at this tournament in his career, missed the cut for the first time at The Masters last week and this is a sign of his inconsistencies in 2022.

He finished tied 35th at the Valero Texas Open earlier this month, an event which he won in 2021. So far this season, he has made one top-10 and missed three cuts in 10 starts.

His putting used to be immense and it was an attribute that led him to three major titles. Currently, he is ranked 180th in strokes gained in putting.

As you can see in the footage, Spieth is still working on recent swing changes and his new pre-shot routine as he aims to win his 13th PGA Tour title.

Fowler is on an even worse trajectory. Ranked 138th in the world, the 33-year-old has missed five cuts in 11 events so far in 2022.

For the second consecutive year, Fowler missed out on The Masters and he is winless on the PGA Tour since picking up his fifth career victory at theWaste Management Phoenix Open in 2019.

He pushed Rory McIlroy close in the CJ Cup at the start of the season, but this wasFowler's only top-10 to note.

Despite recent struggles, Spieth and Fowler found time in their practice round to sign some souvenirs for a pair of young golfers in South Carolina.

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