Sports - July 21, 2009
Are Milwaukee sports fans being over-served?
Sports fans in Milwaukee have a lot of choices when it comes to major pro, minor-league and amateur sports. Given the recent developments facing the Wave, Milwaukee Mile and the U.S. Bank Championship, some are beginning to wonder -- is it too much of a good thing? Do fans residing in this market have more sports options than they can support?
Tags: admirals, wave, milwaukee mile, us bank championship

Sports - May 29, 2009
Sports Weekend Preview: Off to the races at the Mile
Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves, Wisconsin native Danica Patrick and 2008 champ Ryan Briscoe are among the star attractions at the ABC Supply / A.J. Foyt 225, which highlights a weekend of IndyCar racing at the Milwaukee Mile. Sunday's race is marked by heavy traffic and tight turns on the 1-mile oval that is a favorite among drivers.
Tags: milwaukee mile, abc supply/a.j. foyt 225, indycar, helio castroneves, danica patrick, ryan briscoe

Sports - March 3, 2009
It's hard not to get a little frustrated these days...
Sports fans know all about the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Those emotions come with the territory. So do frustration and confusion. OnMilwaukee.com sports columnist Dave Begel has felt so much of those that he clocks in with Volume XXVIMCXVIIXCI of "Stuff that Bugs Me."
Tags: tom brady, gisele bundchen, milwaukee complex, gary d'amato, alissa czisny, bradley center, parking, spring training, brett favre, dominic james, barack obama, state fair park, milwaukee mile

Sports - Nov. 4, 2008
In case you didn't notice ...
The big headlines and headliners always create attention in sports, but there is a lot of stuff that happens under the radar -- such as the Bucks and new forward Richard Jefferson (pictured) opening their season. Here is a look at some overlooked recent events.
Tags: begel, bucks, admirals, colin montgomerie, fedex cup, craig counsell, rob jeter, state fair park, milwaukee mile, buzz williams

Sports - June 2, 2008
Tone it down, drivers!
I just checked online. I live just under four miles from the northern edge of State Fair Park. So, why did it sound like there was a car race a block from my house yesterday?
Tags: Milwaukee Mile, noise pollution, Danica Patrick