Joe Kozlowski

4 days ago | kfor.com | Joe Kozlowski

GUTHRIE, Okla. (KFOR) — The threat of rain didn’t dampen the spirits of spectators who came out for the 96th annual 89er Days Celebration Parade in Guthrie. The 4Warn Storm Team’s Inteceptor 4 made its way through historic downtown to join in on Oklahoma’s oldest parade. 96th annual 89er Days Celebration Parade. (KFOR)Spectators enjoyed the parade floats, cool cars, horses, and marching bands that were in attendance. A good time was had by all.

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Joe Kozlowski

In the world of sports, a number is a pretty personal thing. Some were adopted in childhood out of respect for a favorite player. Others were acquired by chance in the pros. Ultimately, though, they become a key part of one's identity. It's impossible to think of Derek Jeter, for example, without the iconic 2 on the back of his pin-striped jersey. But for one day of the Major League Baseball season, all of that individuality is set aside.

2 weeks ago | newsweek.com | Joe Kozlowski

It's easy to forget, but, once the first whistle blows, sports are supposed to be fun. There are too few hours in the day and too many other obligations to willingly sit down and spend multiple hours voluntarily doing something we dislike. Right? Well, maybe that wasn't the case over the past few weeks. On one hand, there's been plenty of chatter that the tournament was boring. The favorites were too good, and a Final Four consisting of all four No. 1 seeds only confirmed that.

3 weeks ago | newsweek.com | Joe Kozlowski

Part of baseball's appeal is that it's relatively timeless. Whether you're a kid playing in the backyard or a star like Aaron Judge, your essential gear boils down to a bat, a ball and a glove. Have there been some technological advancements? Sure, but today's game isn't that different from the one Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson and so many other legends played. The torpedo bat upends that legacy a bit.

3 weeks ago | newsweek.com | Joe Kozlowski

While most major sporting events can be a bit formulaic, March Madness is usually different. As its name implies, the single-elimination format means unpredictability, and upsets come with the territory. If one team has a bad day, there isn't a do-over; their NCAA Tournament is over. The current edition of the men's tournament, however, didn't see that many shocking results. The favorites were largely comfortable, and we even have all the No. 1 seeds in the Final Four for only the second time.