Mark Bechtel

What a Strange (but Educational) Year!

If we learned anything in 2015, it's that we should never give up. That was never more apparent than over a two-week span in the fall that featured two of the

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Steph Curry and Klay Thompson: No Backcourt Mates Work Better Together

Back in April 2013, Mark Jackson, who was then the Golden State Warriors' coach, made a bold declaration. Talking about his backcourt of point guard Stephen

Little League Team's Big Tour of History

The Anderson Monarchs achieved notoriety last year when seven players — including 2014 SportsKid of the Year Mo'ne Davis — were part of the Taney Dragons

In a Pass-Happy NFL, the Best Way to the Super Bowl is to Run There

Last year's Sports Illustrated Kids NFL preview issue was all about quarterbacks. It's a pass-happy league, to be sure, and there's virtually no way for a team

In 2015 World Cup, Team USA Looks to Avenge Devastating Defeat

There's not a whole lot Abby Wambach hasn't accomplished. Since she first suited up for the U.S. Women's National Team in 2001, Wambach has scored more goals —