July, 2012
Evaluating the 2012 Carolina Panthers Defensive Backs
By Jesse Collin at July 31, 2012 | 9:44 pm | 0 Comment
The defensive backs struggled last season. To their credit, however, the front seven struggled to pressure the quarterback, leaving opposing receivers more time to get open. Despite criticism, Chris Gamble has been a solid number one option at cornerback for the Panthers.... Read more »
Leford Green To Represent Jcsu And Jamaica At 2012 London Summer Olympics This Week
By charlottevibe at July 31, 2012 | 4:24 pm | 0 Comment
Charlotte, NC – Johnson C. Smith University alumnus Leford Green will compete in the 400 meter hurdles on Friday, August 3rd in the 2012 London Summer Olympics. The first round of the 400m hurdles will begin at 5:15 a.m. EST. Green won the national champion in the event... Read more »
Charlotte Bocbats Announce 2012-2013 Regular Season Schedule
By dphifer at July 30, 2012 | 12:59 pm | 0 Comment
The Charlotte Bobcats will open the 2012-13 campaign with eight of their first 12 games at Time Warner Cable Arena, including the season opener on Friday, Nov. 2 against the Indiana Pacers. The Bobcats will make two national television appearances on NBA TV and play 18... Read more »
Carolina Panthers Kick Off Training Camp
By dphifer at July 30, 2012 | 12:50 pm | 0 Comment
The Carolina Panthers kicked off training camp this past weekend in Spartanburg and fans can finally say the words they have been waiting for six long months to say: “Football is back.” The Panthers, coming off a 6-10 season, are filled with hope and high expectations... Read more »
Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith Donates $100,000 to Aurora, Colorado Shooting Victims
By Jesse Collin at July 26, 2012 | 8:05 pm | 0 Comment
While NFL fans know Steve Smith as a fierce, ruthless competitor on the football field, the Carolina Panthers wideout revealed a gentler, more compassionate side on Thursday. In a selfless act of kindness, Smith – according to ESPN – donated $100,000 to help the... Read more »
The Battle Between Past Mistakes & Future Success
By Tawana R. Powell at July 26, 2012 | 1:22 pm | 1 Comments
The greatest stronghold on your ability to succeed will be past mistakes. Although they may offer some of the greatest lessons, to ignore the responsibilities created from them will deter you from moving forward and finding success. Some call it a 'light-bulb moment',... Read more »
Carolina Panthers OL Ryan Kalil Guarantees Super Bowl XLVII Victory
By Jesse Collin at July 25, 2012 | 12:30 pm | 0 Comment
This is what fans want to see - pure, unabashed confidence. I'm excited. Are you? Visit Panthers 101 for more news, rumors and commentary about the Carolina... Read more »
Carolina Panthers Ship Oft-Injured OL Jeff Otah to New York Jets for Draft Pick
By Jesse Collin at July 25, 2012 | 11:05 am | 0 Comment
In what was essentially a three-team trade on Monday, the Carolina Panthers traded a conditional seventh-round pick to the Oakland Raiders for wide receiver Louis Murphy, but got that pick back by shipping offensive lineman Jeff Otah to the New York Jets. Otah, who the... Read more »
Carolina Panthers Acquire WR Louis Murphy from Oakland Raiders
By Jesse Collin at July 25, 2012 | 11:04 am | 0 Comment
The Carolina Panthers have acquired wide receiver Louis Murphy from the Oakland Raiders for a conditional late-round draft pick. The trade was first reported by Jason Cole of Yahoo Sports! and later confirmed by the Raiders. Murphy, who was fighting for a roster spot in... Read more »
Ask Aaron – Is Church the New Date Spot?
By djsilk at July 25, 2012 | 9:52 am | 1 Comments
Ask Aaron, So is it wrong to go on a church tour to find a spouse? Friends have been telling me I should visit... Read more »
Sports Illustrated Ranks Cam Newton and Steve Smith 4th Best Fantasy Duo
By Jesse Collin at July 20, 2012 | 11:14 pm | 0 Comment
In his Tuesday column, Sports Illustrated's David Sabino ranked Cam Newton and Steve Smith as the fourth best fantasy tandem in the NFL. Only Drew Brees/Jimmy Graham, Tom Brady/Rob Gronkowski and Matthew Stafford/Calvin Johnson were ranked ahead of the Carolina... Read more »
My Style: Anthony Walters
By charlottevibe at July 18, 2012 | 11:14 pm | 0 Comment
Name: Anthony Walters Age: 36 Profession: Executive Director, Stratford Richardson YMCA If you were to ask me what my style is, it's being yourself, being versatile, being "classic" and timeless, being neat, and taking care of what you have. [gallery... Read more »
Carolina Panthers Latest News and Notes: Andre Neblett Suspended, Greg Hardy Brags About Speeding
By Jesse Collin at July 18, 2012 | 7:43 pm | 0 Comment
Andre Neblett Violates NFL's PED Policy The NFL has announced that Panthers defensive tackle Andre Neblett has been suspended without pay for the first four regular-season games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. The suspension... Read more »
Cam Newton’s Controversial Autograph Session Has Weak Turnout
By Jesse Collin at July 16, 2012 | 10:28 pm | 0 Comment
Late last week, Cam Newton was criticized for holding a pay-for-autograph session inCharlottethat would cost fans nearly $200 for his signature. That autograph session came and went a lot more quietly. Just 300 fans showed up at SouthPark Mall on Saturday to see the... Read more »
Ex-Carolina Panther Stephen Davis Files Concussion Lawsuit Against NFL
By Jesse Collin at July 14, 2012 | 11:30 am | 0 Comment
According to Nathan Fenno of the Washington Times, former NFL running back Stephen Davis joined four unnamed ex-players in a lawsuit against the NFL for concealing the long-term effects of concussions. The 38-year-old Davis, who played 11 NFL seasons with the... Read more »
Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton Lambasted for Selling Autographs
By Jesse Collin at July 13, 2012 | 10:34 pm | 0 Comment
Would you fork out $125 for Cam Newton to sign a photo? If you’re planning on visiting the Carolina Panthers quarterback Saturday afternoon at SouthPark Mall in Charlotte, that’s how much you’ll have to pay for a signed picture. It will cost $150 if you want his... Read more »
Charlotte Bobcats Summer League: What to Watch For
By dphifer at July 13, 2012 | 1:56 pm | 0 Comment
The last time the Charlotte Bobcats were on the floor we were witnessing the lowest point in the franchise’s history. A 7-59 record and the worst win percentage in NBA History left a sour taste heading into the offseason but now a lot of things have changed. The Bobcats... Read more »
Ask Aaron – Did you ever get my text girl?
By djsilk at July 13, 2012 | 9:21 am | 1 Comments
Ask Aaron, I need to know what’s up with women that seem like they’re interested in me, may even say that... Read more »
Dominican Republic Memorial Day: The Excursions
By charlottevibe at July 10, 2012 | 7:57 pm | 0 Comment
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Charlotte Bocbats Announce Roster for 2012 NBA Summer League
By dphifer at July 10, 2012 | 10:28 am | 0 Comment
July 10, 2012 – The Charlotte Bobcats today announced the team’s roster for the 2012 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Current Bobcats players Bismack Biyombo, Cory Higgins, Byron Mullens and Kemba Walker are joined by 2012 first-round draft pick Michael Kidd-Gilchrist... Read more »