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Julie Rhoads

Sports Editor

About

Julie Rhoads began as a contributing writer for Sports7 and occasionally contributes to MotorBiscuit as well. She is an avid sports fan, a passion that began with playing basketball as a kid, and playing soccer for her whole life (she still keeps up with the U.S. National Team and the Premier League.)

Articles by Julie Rhoads (12)

Jaylen Brown Is So Smart He Was Offered a NASA Internship and Became an MIT Fellow

Normally, when discussing NBA players, we focus on stats, not NASA internships and graduate courses. But Jaylen Brown is different.

Julie Rhoads 12 Jun 2023
NFL Draft: Just 6 No. 1 Draft Picks Have Ever Won Rookie of the Year

It's hard enough to make it to the NFL, but making it and succeeding as Rookie of the Year? That's a huge feat.

Julie Rhoads 25 Mar 2023
The Gretzky Family Quietly Helped Dustin Johnson Turn His Life Around When He Needed It Most

With the help of his girlfriend, Paulina Gretzky, and the Gretzky family, Dustin Johnson has returned to golf with a renewed intensity.

Julie Rhoads 24 Feb 2023
What Does It Take to Fail an NFL Physical?

The NFL physical is grueling, but it helps teams get an accurate depiction of the players they're recruiting. So what does it take to fail?

Julie Rhoads 06 Dec 2022
What Happened to Michael Jordan Cologne, the Best-Selling Fragrance of 1996?

Michael Jordan has firmly solidified his place in basketball history, thanks to his six NBA championships and was a five-time league MVP. In addition to all his accolades, he became one of the most marketable players of all time, with deals with Nike, Gatorade, and McDonald's. “His Airness” even took it so far to launch […]

Julie Rhoads 11 Oct 2021
How Tall Is Serena Williams?

Throughout the years, being tall as a tennis player has become more important. But with regard to tennis great Serena Williams, does height even matter?

Julie Rhoads 25 Aug 2021
Why Formula 1 Drivers Like Lewis Hamilton and Sergio Perez Have the Strongest Necks in All of Sports

Having a strong neck, like Lewis Hamilton's, is critical when dealing with the extreme g-forces present during a Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Julie Rhoads 02 May 2021
A 14-Year-Old Stefon Diggs Had to Step Up for His Family After His Father's Tragic Death

Stefon Diggs' father died when he was just 14. The young athlete had to be a role model for his family, especially his younger brothers.

Julie Rhoads 24 Jan 2021
Do NFL Players Still Get Paid if They Get Hurt?

When a high-paid NFL players goes down with an injury, it affects the entire organization. They can't compete, but do they still get paid?

Julie Rhoads 23 Jan 2021
Where Is Tennis Legend Jimmy Connors Now and What's His Net Worth?

From his signature two-handed backhand to his on-court tirades, tennis star Jimmy Connors was a household name for decades.

Julie Rhoads 09 Dec 2020