John Affleck

Writer in Residence
Vanderbilt University

[Tom Fornelli @TomFornelli]

I don't know how much football I've watched in my life, but it's been a lot, and I have never seen a game end like this before. I love this big dumb beautiful sport so damn much omg.

[Vanderbilt Football @VandyFootball]

THIS PLAY ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Gotta love the dedication of our @AWSMPennState chapter. It’s Friday afternoon and they’re meeting with reps from @PlayflySports in for hockey at Beaver Stadium.

[Tyler Olson @TylerOlson1791]

Latest from @ChadPergram on lawmakers working to preserve integrity in sports after recent betting scandals. Featuring @psuaffleck on the unique impact of prop bets.

https://t.co/C0KNKjT1yE

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

How prop bets and the sheer size of the sports betting industry have become a concern ...
https://t.co/4W8x7RQIYL via @ConversationUS

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Interviewed people with answers about how sports journalism can have success covering women's sports...
@justwsports @SarahSpain @usatstudioix

https://t.co/aZFyYw9S1i

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Heartening to see hundreds of journalists at @IRE_NICAR … lot of folks out there who do good work.

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Good information. Suspect similar stats would be found in other states: Universities power the economy, drive innovation and growth.

https://t.co/EUV4CtfzBf

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

@TV_Agent_Steve

[Caledonian Braves @TheBravesFC]

FULL TIME IN ISEO — WE’VE DONE IT!
Caledonian Braves 3-1 FC United of Manchester
We are your FENIX Trophy Champions for 2024–2025!

Goals from Connor McLaren, Ross McNeil, and Cameron Breadner seal a historic victory on European soil.

An unforgettable journey. A team that gave everything.
The Braves. European Champions.

#BravesInEurope #FENIXTrophyWinners #Champions

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

More on the Caledonian Braves! #soccer #Scotland

https://t.co/CcRtB5f7L0

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Scottish club crowdfunds $2.7 million, uses social media to pull in fans from ... via @pittsburghpg COOLEST team in soccer! #soccer #Scotland https://t.co/KR8EqVxAF2

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

I found this a good explainer on the logic free trade supporters … and the Gipper could really read a line.
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President Reagan's Radio Address on Free and Fair Trade on April 25, 1987 https://t.co/PcsQ5cTINB via @YouTube

[The Athletic WBB @TheAthleticWBB]

Because it’s March…

Enjoy.

🎥 @espn | @ndwbb

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

FIFA: '26 World Cup final to have halftime show
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Comment: More than any political gesture, this move shows the cultural power of the USA … and $ in the sports biz. #whogetspaid

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Kids, back in my day, all the Super Bowls were like this. We had to sit through the Vikings and Broncos and Bills scoring a combined 2 points in 18 big games. We watched the games on Super Sunday, which back then was called Super Tuesday … #SuperBowl

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Chiefs roundly booed as Mahomes and company come out for warmups. We’re seated on the Eagles side of the field but a little more green than red in the stands. #SuperBowlLIX

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

@Eagles kicker Jake Elliott hit the left upright from 57 yards out in warmups … but he connected from 61 yards.

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Super Bowl Features A Host Of Philanthropic Efforts via @forbes https://t.co/6gemo8Ly8N

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Our students have done a very nice job working with @AP_Sports at the Super Bowl in New Orleans. Here's a piece we liked and really works for these two teams...

https://t.co/GfZZMiNfIA

[John Affleck @affleckspts]

Mmmm … feeling a @PSUCurleyCenter project coming on…