Michael Oakeshott

Coming to a new school from a different city usually is a pretty nerve wracking experience, but Reece White, Junior, has fit into Topeka High like it’s no problem. White went to Lawrence Free State High School for the first half of his high school experience but he transferred here this year where a lot of his time has been spent playing and practicing basketball. “I’ve never gotten to play in the dungeon, people always told me how it was fun, like the student section, the atmosphere in the dungeon

The Blind Side is based on a true story about a homeless boy named Michael Oher (Big Mike) who has been living with different people until the Tuohys take him in. Leigh Anne and Sean Tuohy eventually become his legal guardians and the story is about how his life improves while playing football at Wingate high school in Tennesee. It shows his struggles with grades, and how the family and Michael are affected by the other. Because of his giant size he goes on to get a football scholarship for the University

Unjust treatment is an inevitable obstacle we face regardless of our efforts to avoid it. Most believe this is simply a part of life, and that sometimes it is best to just ignore the situation because it is bound to happen. However, the inequitable actions may begin to outweigh the reasons to plainly turn the other cheek. Basketball was once the love of my life, 10 years of it to be exact. When I stepped into a gym, it felt like home. It occupied all of my time, and my greatest memories will always

Although it is true that Kobe Bryant was charged with sexual assault, companies are willing to endorse him because he was proven not guilty by law. Does this make Kobe Bryant a risky partner to be an endorser for a company? I would say so, but than again, anyone would be a risk. I think the reason why people are still willing to endorse Kobe Bryant is because they are willing to take that risk. The reason why many companies are willing to take that risk is because Kobe's fame and success only

know that Michael Jackson was married to Elvis Presley’s daughter? He was born into a large family of musicians. When he was young he didn't get to act like a kid and do kid things. He had a very successful life as a teen and young adult. He had a very interesting adult life, and his death was very tragic. Michael Jackson didn’t have the greatest life, but he was still a very successful and talented singer. Michael Jackson was born into a big family of musicians. On August 29, 1958, Michael Jackson

influence others. To become famous is difficult for most, unless you have an extraordinary talent. Michael Jackson became famous when he was young and his music is still listened to to this day. His unbelievable talents are what set him apart from everyone else. By viewing Jackson’s life one can see how he greatly influenced the music industry and how he has helped those less fortunate. Michael Jackson, to this day, is known as the King of Pop. Born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana, he grew

Can’t Accept Not Trying: Michael Jordan on the Pursuit of Excellence by Michael Jordan is an inspirational personal creed and message about life as a professional athlete, helping anyone with setting goals for themselves, telling all the things he was taught since he was a little boy, and the hard work that goes into performing to your fullest potential and for anyone who aspires to have bigger dreams. The book also talks about the self-challenges and the strength that Michael Jordan had to go through

In Shakespeare’s Othello, the antagonist, Iago, seeks to create chaos in Venice. When Othello overlooks him and promotes Cassio to lieutenancy although Iago has more military experience, Iago becomes enraged and begins seeking revenge. To accomplish this revenge, Iago attempts to turn everyone against each other. He believes that, if he seems like a good person and gets on the good side of everyone, he will be able to oust Cassio from lieutenancy, claim his rightful position, and cuckold Othello

Ash made it to the finals. He defeated A.J. again, but the latter improved greatly and put up more of a fight with his Sandshrew. Bulbasaur was awesome, though, and defeated Sandshrew with a few Vine Whips, a Leech Seed, and the winning Headbutt. A.J.'s other Pokémon were hardly as strong as his Sandshrew but did put up enough of a fight that Ash had to recall Bulbasaur for a rest. Pidgeotto did a good job of cleaning up after. Brock fell to a Trainer who had a Dewgong who knew Water Pulse and

As of right now, we're seemingly wrapping up what was the craziest NBA off-season in the history of the league. Crazy may not even be the best word to describe it. In fact, momentous may be the ideal word to describe the madness we've witnessed for the past few months. Teams began training camp earlier this week, and 12-time all-star Dwyane Wade reunited with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers just two days ago. Normally, when star players make the transition to a new team, questions instantly