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The Unlikely Star: How Jamie Vardy and Leicester City Became the Biggest Surprises in Sports

Posted on December 4, 2015 by | Leave a comment
After scoring in a record setting 11 straight games, Jamie Vardy has the world celebrating with him (Getty Images)

After scoring in a record setting 11 straight games, Jamie Vardy is on top of the English soccer world. (Getty Images)

– Stefan Hanley

In mid-2013, Jamie Vardy was on the verge of walking away from soccer. In December 2015, he’s a Premier League record holder, England international, and this season’s top scorer.

Based on current form, you’d be forgiven for doubting there was ever a time when Vardy wasn’t on top of the world. Every game is met with grit and effort, every goal with jubilation. But it wasn’t always so. Before he broke Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s streak of 10 consecutive games with a goal, he was edging ever closer to joining a club no one wants to be in – the almost made its.

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Chelsea Disappoints and City Shines: Premier League Grades

Posted on October 12, 2015 by | 1 comment

– Stefan Hanley

Chelsea's disappointing start is one of the biggest stories of the first part of the season (ESPNFC.com)

Chelsea’s disappointing start is one of the biggest stories of the first part of the season (ESPNFC.com)

It’s the October international break, and while all international breaks suck, this one has been particularly rotten for me. Why? Oh, just Scotland finding another innovative way of not qualifying for a major tournament. You know, the usual story.

On a happier note, the Premier League has shaken off its summer layer of dust, and the season is in full swing. To stave off the misery that comes with almost two weeks of dull, international fixtures, here’s an early grade for each BPL team, based on their season so far. Continue reading →

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