Two more strange news items that have some sort of connection (even a very small one) to sports. This week, Bill shares the stories of a sumo wrestler who needed some cash fast and a national anthem controversy for our neighbors to the north.

Every week “Only A Game” brings you a variety of sports-related music. (Ok, sometimes “sports-related” is an exaggeration.) And every week, Senior Producer Gary Waleik writes about what we play and why he chose it.

Every week Bill chooses two favorites from the never-ending flow of ridiculous sports stories. Today he looks at the problems that arise when a drunken rugby player stumbles upon a golf cart. And fresh off the excitement of Olympic curling in Vancouver, Bill shares the details of the new “sport” of “human curling.”

Only A Game Senior Producer Gary Waleik offers his weekly thoughts on the music we use for the show.

The Olympics are over and that means we’ve got more time to think about baseball. The sport loves its lingo, from the hot corner to hot stove to Texas leaguers. And if you’ve ever wondered where the term “bullpen” came from, Bill Littlefield has an answer.

Bill has been trolling the Interwebs again. And that means more odd sports stories for you to enjoy. This week, the story (and video) of a 5 year old with super strength. Plus, a winter sport that didn’t quite make it to Vancouver: topless sledding.

For the athletes competing at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver, sports can bring fame, fortune, and even redemption. Not every athlete will make it to the Olympics, but for the 400 teenagers playing sports in the Doc Wayne Athletic League, sports just might be the key to their success. Only A Game’s Karen Given has our story.

Only A Game Senior Producer Gary Waleik offers his weekly thoughts on the music we use for the show, and proves he’s highly susceptible to the advances of Joan Osborne.

The Only A Game team loves the silly side of sports. That includes a hugging record and the latest fashion trends at the Olympics. Check out two of Bill Littlefield’s favorite “sports” stories from the past week or so, complete with links to photos!

Pitchers and catchers reported to Spring Training this week, and it’s got the baseball world buzzing. However, one of our listeners isn’t all smiles, as she’s realized that the Red Sox “Opening Day” will be played…at night. Should one of baseball’s cherished traditions be cast aside for better ratings? Only A Game wants to know what you think!