David Smale

David Smale is a veteran sportswriter and author of 28 books to date. Read positive stories on people in sports 3X/week at

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

The refs are supposed to allow the defense to complete a substitution when the offense substitutes. The Wildcats (up 10 in the fourth quarter) stopped Utah on fourth and short but were called for illegal substitution because their players didn't get off the field in time. Bogus!

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

I'm not one to blame officials when my team loses, but there were two terrible calls that impacted the game.

The DPI on the 2-point conversion test was picked up wasn't even the biggest one.

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

I'm not one to blame officials when my team loses, but there were two terrible calls that impacted the game.

The DPI on the 2-point conversion test was picked up wasn't even the biggest one.

[Kellis Robinett @KellisRobinett]

And just like that, Kansas State's lead is gone at the 10:03 mark of the third quarter.

Utah has gained 141 yards and scored two touchdowns in the blink of an eye.

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@BHanni @KU_Football I love seeing Colin and Dave when I cover games at AFH!

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

@LifeofFitz You should write a book about your life. I know a guy who can help you publish it!

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

As a @Royals fan, and a reporter who gets to cover them, it was hard to see Freddy Fermin go, but it was a good trade for the team.

It was an even better deal for Freddy, who will become a starter on a likely playoff team. Go @Padres!

Here's my feature: https://t.co/KIUQTC0vOH

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

Oneil Cruz is an exciting, young player for the @Pirates with immense potential. Take a look at today's FREE post to find out more about him: https://t.co/NPlNvrpDhW

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Branch Rickey was named @ESPN's "most influential person in sports in the 20th century." Certainly, his critical role in breaking @MLB's color barrier was enough reason for that honor, but that's only part of the story.

Here's the rest of the story: https://t.co/MXCStRlZFJ

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

@eboland11 has been on the @Yankees beat for @Newsday for 17 years, so he's seen a lot of baseball. He continues to keep a fresh perspective on the game and a sense of humor about himself.

His story dispels the negative myths about the "New York media": https://t.co/TjGIF4VOLY

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

In my opinion, Bobby Bell is the best athlete to ever play for the @Chiefs. He was a 6-3, 245-pound linebacker with 4.4 speed. He could throw a spiral 80 yards.

In today's FREE feature, I talk about Bell's commitment to fulfilling a promise to his father: https://t.co/oKWF9ZOgna

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

I consider @CoachBillSelf a friend. I think it's reciprocal. I know we both share a love of sarcasm. As a @KStateMBB fan, it's hard to say, but I'm also a fan.

I'm certainly glad he seems to be doing well after a health scare.

Enjoy this feature of Self: https://t.co/cUnGVfUGVW

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

"Why do people sing 'Take Me Out to the Ballgame' when they're already there?" That's one of the many questions baseball player, coach and broadcaster Larry Andersen has "pitched" over the years.

Today's FREE feature is on one of baseball's funniest men: https://t.co/SbuC9KbTb2

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Lynn Kindred knew his future was not in basketball. The former Kansas teammate of Wilt Chamberlain also knew that Chamberlain's wasn't in medicine. Their paths crossed 40 years after they were teammates on KU's 1957 national runner-up team.

See his story: https://t.co/2Vz80Sd77F

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Buck O'Neil was a Kansas City treasure. I had the pleasure of being one of the thousands of people he treated like his best friend.

If you're feeling resentful about anything, read this FREE post. It will change your heart: https://t.co/SnvjnTlqQX

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@bobfescoe Absolutely not.

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It should have said, "before it was cool."

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@LynetteWood3649 was a trailblazer in women's basketball before it was not cool to be a fan. It's great that her accomplishments were celebrated when @CaitlinClark22 passed her scoring records last year.

Here's my FREE feature on Woodard: https://t.co/CnfKEreGGh

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@LynetteWood3649 was a trailblazer in women's basketball before it was not cool to be a fan. It's great that her accomplishments were celebrated when @CaitlinClark22 passed her scoring records last year.

Here's my FREE feature on Woodard: https://t.co/CnfKEreGGh

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

@BwittJr is one of the best young players in Major League Baseball, but he's humble and well-grounded. I'm privileged to cover him on a regular basis, and KC will be privileged to watch him for the next dozen years or so.

Today's post is FREE: https://t.co/OnW4B2tabM

[David Smale @BooksSmale]

You know that person looks like someone you know, but you can't figure out who. Then you remember when it's too late. That happened to me when I exchanged greetings with @JohnGrisham, but didn't realize it until it was too late.

Here's today's FREE post: https://t.co/BsLp0BqZLh

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Today's FREE post is one of my all-time most-popular posts, so it's worth repeating. It's also worth reading, whether you've read it before or not.

@TrackDavidson is a great dad and a great coach. Prepare to be inspired (and bring the tissues): https://t.co/bdaB1R266J

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I can't wait for college hoops season to start because we'll once again get a full season of @DickieV on @espn!

Today's FREE feature is on the "voice of college basketball," who is as genuine as they come. Enjoy it here: https://t.co/YgyTtRv8uD