About Hillary Mason

Hillary Mason contributes across multiple professional publications including The Finance Genie and Bounding Into Sports. A veritable encyclopedia of knowledge, Hillary could handily beat the rest of us at sports trivia.

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Feb 9, 2024
Super Bowl watch parties are as much about the food as they are about the game. While classics like wings, pizza, and nachos are always a hit, some dishes could earn you a penalty flag from your fellow fans. Here are five of the worst possible dishes you could bring to a Super Bowl watch party, guaranteed to get you sidelined.
Feb 6, 2024
Patrick Mahomes Sr., father of the Kansas City Chiefs’ star quarterback set to compete in the Super Bowl this weekend, finds himself in a delicate balance of personal challenges and public celebrations as the game of the year looms large.
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders via CMT's Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders YouTube, screenshot
Jan 30, 2024
Welcome to the high-energy world of NFL cheerleading, where athleticism and spirit come together to amp up the crowd and add an extra layer of excitement to every game. In the National Football League, cheerleading squads are more than just sideline entertainment; they are an integral part of the team’s identity and fan experience.
Jan 17, 2024
In the world of professional sports, where scores and statistics are often the focal points, there exist tales and enigmas shrouded in mystery. These unresolved stories, ranging from baffling disappearances to unexplained events, have long captivated fans and experts alike.
Jan 15, 2024
Athletes, known for their discipline and dedication in sports, often have unique and sometimes surprising hobbies outside their professional arena. These activities not only provide them a break from their rigorous training schedules but also reveal a different side to their personalities. Here’s a look at some professional and well-known athletes with particularly interesting and unusual hobbies.
Jan 9, 2024
I’m not often at a loss for words, but this is probably the first time I actually have no comment on a statement issued by an athlete regarding the political state of our nation. Not because I disagree, but because one man has made a statement so shocking yet hard to argue with, that this is probably the extent of what I’ll say about it. Oh, and that man? That man is former Strikeforce champion and UFC fighter Jake Shields.
transgender lose gracefully
Dec 12, 2023
Fatima Goss Graves, who leads the National Women’s Law Center, argued that women should lose gracefully to male athletes.
dodgeball
Dec 4, 2023
The game of dodgeball, often relegated to the memories of school gym classes and friendly playground competition, holds a rich and complex history. Today, we’re jumping into the origins and evolution of dodgeball, tracing its journey from an ancient, rigorous activity to a modern sport known for its fun and competitive spirit.
Reggie Lewis
Dec 1, 2023
Today, we take a moment to honor the memory of those extraordinary athletes and sports icons whose journeys ended prematurely, leaving behind legacies that resonate far beyond their time on the field, track, or court. Their stories of potential unfulfilled are not just tales of what could have been but are testaments to the impact they had in their all-too-brief careers.
John Madden on Letterman
Nov 30, 2023
The world of professional sports is as much about the action on the field as it is about how it’s conveyed to the fans. Some broadcasters have become as iconic as the athletes they commentate on. Here’s a list of ten of the most popular and influential sports broadcasters who have left a huge mark on the industry.