There were lots of happenings in the NHL this week. There are players trying to come back, another great player missing the All-Star Game (because no NHL players care), and a new feature I'm going to start this week: who's hot and who's not.
Evgeni Nabokov, former star goaltender for the San Jose Sharks, is trying to come back after a brief stint in the KHL in Russia. Nabokov was signed by the Detroit Red Wings, a playoff contender, on a one-year contract. The New York Islanders then picked him off waivers from the Wings. Nabokov was confused about this decision.
"It's just that I'm at the point in my career where I want to help a team win in the playoffs. I don't see how I could help the Islanders or what I could do for them. It doesn't make a lot of sense to me," said Nabokov, Sunday to espn.com.
Also, Peter Forsberg, 37, says he wants to come back for the 30th time in his career. On my memory alone, I can think of three times where Forsberg decided to come back half way through the season. It is ridiculous if you ask me but if the NHL allows it and you are old, why not?
Another star is going to miss the All-Star Game. The Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby is not going to play due to a concussion that started on January 1st against the Washington Capitals which was played at Heinz Field, home of the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers.
"The Penguins organization has decided that he will not attend NHL All-Star Weekend and instead will continue to relax and recuperate in the hopes of returning to our lineup soon," said Penguins' general manager Ray Shero in a statement on Monday, according to thescore.ca.
Now for the new feature: who's hot and who's not.
Who's hot? The Tampa Bay Lightning are having won four in a row, riding the great play of Steven Stamkos who leads the league in goals and points. The San Jose Sharks have also won four in a row after losing the previous six before that. They are now holding down the last playoff spot in the Western Conference. And how about them Vancouver Canucks? Even though they have only won four of their last 10, the Canucks are on top of the Western Conference and their two superstars, Daniel and Henrik Sedin (who are twins), are both in the top five in points individually.
Who's not hot? The bad, horrible, terrible Edmonton Oilers. They have been leaking oil all season long. With only 14 wins in 47 games, the Oilers have eight less wins than anyone else in the Western Conference. They are young and have a lot of potential but fans of the Oilers are getting restless of this awful play the last couple years.
Patrick Kane is cold. He only has 36 points this season, which is way behind his average of the previous seasons, and has a -7 rating. Last season, when Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup, Kane had a +16 rating.
In addition, Canadian coverage of the All-Star Game is way over the top. There are posts everywhere about this draft the NHL is having and no players care! There are around 10 players every year who miss it due to injuries, family, or personal reasons.
Pierre LeBrun is a popular guy to go to when talking about hockey blogs. He is a writer for ESPN and espn.com. His blogs have been talking about the All-Star Game for weeks now.
Lastly, reading all these blogs have made me realize that there are way too many injuries in sports. Team's seasons are lost due to injuries. I know that it is a part of sports but it sucks for the fan, the team, and the organization.
-http://www.nhl.com/ice/player.htm?id=8474141
-http://www.nhl.com/ice/standings.htm?season=20102011&type=CON
-http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=350790
-http://www.thescore.com/nhl/articles/108542-crosby-will-not-play-in-all-star-game
-http://espn.go.com/blog/nhl/post/_/id/3777/weekend-wrap-plans-for-all-star-subs-options-for-islesnabby-99-on-hits-to-head
-http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/nhl/news;_ylt=Agj1pfcPUxvz7EiMIgbQ.Y8JfwM6?slug=ap-avalanche-forsberg
Monday, January 24, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
The Happenings of the NHL
I've lost my touch with the National Hockey League, or the NHL, living in Oregon, but I want to relive what I had in Canada by looking up different websites, newspapers and other blogs to see what I can find.
This week in the NHL, injuries were the main story as the NHL, The Sports Network (TSN), The Score and The Province Newspaper websites have stories related to the "depleted Red Wings", "Eberle close to returning" or "banged-up Habs' (referring to the Montreal Canadiens). Thescore.ca has also reported that Ryan Whitney, a defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers is sidelined for the entire season with an ankle injury.
Another important story this week was the suspension of Aaron Nichol, a forward for the San Jose Sharks. He "has been suspended four games for his elbow to the head to Phoenix Coyotes defenceman David Schlemko on Monday night and will forfeit $16,344.08 in salary," reports tsn.ca.
Also, in other news, the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) had their prospects camp this week showing such prospects to the NHL world like Daniel Catenacci, who won the fastest skater competition before the actual prospect game. Catenacci is "one of those guys that's, 'Give me the puck, I want it, I want to be the guy who makes the play,'" said one NHL scout, according to nhl.com.
It's almost midway through the season as well and we all know what that means! The NHL All-Star Game. An exhibition, which none of the players care about, to show off the greatest players the NHL has to offer. The captains, which were selected by the other all-stars, are Eric Staal of the Carolina Hurricanes and Nicklas Lidstrom of the Detroit Red Wings. Which makes this more compelling than any other year is because the captains now draft their team from the all the all-stars. The all-stars were selected by you, the fans.
I have noticed a couple things about the articles and blogs written about the NHL. One is how headlines begin with the one of the team's goaltenders. For example, "Jurco steals show", "Fleury, Penguins shut down Red Wings, 3-1", "Khudobin stops 31 shots as Wild defeat struggling Oilers", "Thomas key as Bruins finish sweep of Canes", and "Quick lets one slip away in 2-1 loss to Blues". I mean it is ridiculous. Give some credit to the goal scorers and defensemen every once in awhile.
The other thing I noticed is how big of a deal the All-Star Game is. This, to me, is a joke. Every All-Star Game in every sport is a joke, except for Major League Baseball. The athletes don't care. Their only wish is to not get injured. Hockey players pull out of the All-Star Game all the time because they want rest or they are a little banged up and do not want to injure themselves more. This is the same with the National Basketball Association.
The audience just wants the facts. Who won? Who lost? Who got injured? Who got traded? If the audience wants to know who did well, they can look at the statistics of the game.
Lastly, another tidbit of information, the websites of TSN and The Score have the same photo on their home page: Mike Cammalleri, a Montreal Canadien, bent over holding his arm after an injury to his shoulder.
This week in the NHL, injuries were the main story as the NHL, The Sports Network (TSN), The Score and The Province Newspaper websites have stories related to the "depleted Red Wings", "Eberle close to returning" or "banged-up Habs' (referring to the Montreal Canadiens). Thescore.ca has also reported that Ryan Whitney, a defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers is sidelined for the entire season with an ankle injury.
Another important story this week was the suspension of Aaron Nichol, a forward for the San Jose Sharks. He "has been suspended four games for his elbow to the head to Phoenix Coyotes defenceman David Schlemko on Monday night and will forfeit $16,344.08 in salary," reports tsn.ca.
Also, in other news, the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) had their prospects camp this week showing such prospects to the NHL world like Daniel Catenacci, who won the fastest skater competition before the actual prospect game. Catenacci is "one of those guys that's, 'Give me the puck, I want it, I want to be the guy who makes the play,'" said one NHL scout, according to nhl.com.
It's almost midway through the season as well and we all know what that means! The NHL All-Star Game. An exhibition, which none of the players care about, to show off the greatest players the NHL has to offer. The captains, which were selected by the other all-stars, are Eric Staal of the Carolina Hurricanes and Nicklas Lidstrom of the Detroit Red Wings. Which makes this more compelling than any other year is because the captains now draft their team from the all the all-stars. The all-stars were selected by you, the fans.
I have noticed a couple things about the articles and blogs written about the NHL. One is how headlines begin with the one of the team's goaltenders. For example, "Jurco steals show", "Fleury, Penguins shut down Red Wings, 3-1", "Khudobin stops 31 shots as Wild defeat struggling Oilers", "Thomas key as Bruins finish sweep of Canes", and "Quick lets one slip away in 2-1 loss to Blues". I mean it is ridiculous. Give some credit to the goal scorers and defensemen every once in awhile.
The other thing I noticed is how big of a deal the All-Star Game is. This, to me, is a joke. Every All-Star Game in every sport is a joke, except for Major League Baseball. The athletes don't care. Their only wish is to not get injured. Hockey players pull out of the All-Star Game all the time because they want rest or they are a little banged up and do not want to injure themselves more. This is the same with the National Basketball Association.
The audience just wants the facts. Who won? Who lost? Who got injured? Who got traded? If the audience wants to know who did well, they can look at the statistics of the game.
Lastly, another tidbit of information, the websites of TSN and The Score have the same photo on their home page: Mike Cammalleri, a Montreal Canadien, bent over holding his arm after an injury to his shoulder.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Beavers' Football!
Beavers' football is just around the corner and to be honest I'm pumped. With 9 returning starters on offense, according to osubeavers.com, the Beavers will be exciting and great to watch this year. The Rodgers brothers will obviously be the main threats for the Beavs but there are other weapons.
The Beavers have three very capable tight ends to block and even catch a few balls for the new starting quarterback Ryan Katz. John Reese, a redshirt senior, should see a lot of action this year with his good blocking ability and has 10 catches for 109 yards in his career. Brady Camp is another tight end for the Beavs. He has four touchdown catches in his career at OSU, including a touchdown pass from Jacquizz Rodgers last season in the wildcat formation. Last but not least is the 6'2", 252 junior, Joe Halahuni. Halahuni had 35 receptions for 486 yards last season and is truly a threat in the redzone for Katz this season. Halahuni is one of 32 candidates for tight end of the year in the nation, according to scout.com.
The wide receivers for the Beavers, including James Rodgers, aren't slouches either. Rising star and athletic stud, sophomore Jordan Bishop, should be in some action this season with his all-american honors in the high jump last season. Another stud on the rise is Markus Wheaton from Chandler, Arizona. The sophomore has a lot of potential and should see the ball come his way a lot this season. #15 Darrell Catchings is the second biggest threat for Katz this season. Even with ankle and wrist injuries last season, Catchings will be 100% for this 2010 season.
Now to the big question mark, Ryan Katz. I have not heard anything bad about this guy. He has a cannon of an arm. "Ability-wise, he has a wonderful arm. He can throw all the passes," said Coach Mike Riley. "He is pretty much unstoppable, so I don't think he'll be intimidated by anything."
So be ready for some great football coming out of Corvallis this season. It is going to be tough for the Beavers to win at TCU and at Boise St., but watch out for the PAC-10 season because the Rose Bowl is certainly in grasp this season, maybe even more than the last two season...
osubeavers.com
kansascity.com
The Beavers have three very capable tight ends to block and even catch a few balls for the new starting quarterback Ryan Katz. John Reese, a redshirt senior, should see a lot of action this year with his good blocking ability and has 10 catches for 109 yards in his career. Brady Camp is another tight end for the Beavs. He has four touchdown catches in his career at OSU, including a touchdown pass from Jacquizz Rodgers last season in the wildcat formation. Last but not least is the 6'2", 252 junior, Joe Halahuni. Halahuni had 35 receptions for 486 yards last season and is truly a threat in the redzone for Katz this season. Halahuni is one of 32 candidates for tight end of the year in the nation, according to scout.com.
The wide receivers for the Beavers, including James Rodgers, aren't slouches either. Rising star and athletic stud, sophomore Jordan Bishop, should be in some action this season with his all-american honors in the high jump last season. Another stud on the rise is Markus Wheaton from Chandler, Arizona. The sophomore has a lot of potential and should see the ball come his way a lot this season. #15 Darrell Catchings is the second biggest threat for Katz this season. Even with ankle and wrist injuries last season, Catchings will be 100% for this 2010 season.
Now to the big question mark, Ryan Katz. I have not heard anything bad about this guy. He has a cannon of an arm. "Ability-wise, he has a wonderful arm. He can throw all the passes," said Coach Mike Riley. "He is pretty much unstoppable, so I don't think he'll be intimidated by anything."
So be ready for some great football coming out of Corvallis this season. It is going to be tough for the Beavers to win at TCU and at Boise St., but watch out for the PAC-10 season because the Rose Bowl is certainly in grasp this season, maybe even more than the last two season...
osubeavers.com
kansascity.com
Friday, December 4, 2009
Woods Struggles with Role Model Status
"If you are given a chance to be a role model, I think you should always take it because you can influence a person's life in a positive light, and that's what I want to do. That's what it's all about." -Tiger Woods
If you have not heard, Tiger Woods has gained international attention this week for his off-course antics. Woods is not known for this sort of thing but here he is, in the international spotlight for allegedly cheating on his wife before getting in a car accident. Woods got into a single car accident in front of his estate in Windermere, Fla. The time of the crash was 2:25 a.m. when Tiger was leaving his house early Friday morning, the police reported.
In the following days, stories emerged about the not-so-faithful Woods. Three different women have come forward about being with Woods while he travels. This has led people to surmise that Woods and his wife, Elin Nordegren, were having a confrontation prior to the accident.
Allegedly the cause of the accident was not an animal or mechanical malfunction, but Woods' wife brandishing a golf club in her hand while chasing down her husband. Sources have also reported Woods' face damage had come from Nordegren, not the car accident like police reports have been saying.
Woods cheating, arguing and getting beaten up by his wife are all speculations and rumors. One thing is for certain in this incident: There was a car accident. That is the only certain thing.
People care way too much about celebrities' lives. The media hungers for celebrities to fall from their pedestal - to slip up or crash. It is their job, and they are well-paid to write and talk about celebrities. Plus, people pay to hear these stories, so why wouldn't they get reported? I do not really get riled up about events like Woods', but when the greatest golfer in the world is in the news for something other than golf it is going to be noteworthy.
Also, if you are Tiger Woods, the highest paid athlete ever, the greatest golfer ever and one of the most recognized people in the world, don't you think you would get caught cheating on your wife sooner rather than later? Even OSU athletes have to be very careful of what they do, where they go and who they are with every moment of their lives. They will be the first ones to tell you that. But even the Tim Tebows of the world are not Tiger Woods.
Tiger, your public image has not been completely ruined, but you definitely damaged it. Your golf game is amazing, and mentally, you are the strongest ever. I admire that. But you were talking about being a role model? That is obviously what you are not "all about."
If you have not heard, Tiger Woods has gained international attention this week for his off-course antics. Woods is not known for this sort of thing but here he is, in the international spotlight for allegedly cheating on his wife before getting in a car accident. Woods got into a single car accident in front of his estate in Windermere, Fla. The time of the crash was 2:25 a.m. when Tiger was leaving his house early Friday morning, the police reported.
In the following days, stories emerged about the not-so-faithful Woods. Three different women have come forward about being with Woods while he travels. This has led people to surmise that Woods and his wife, Elin Nordegren, were having a confrontation prior to the accident.
Allegedly the cause of the accident was not an animal or mechanical malfunction, but Woods' wife brandishing a golf club in her hand while chasing down her husband. Sources have also reported Woods' face damage had come from Nordegren, not the car accident like police reports have been saying.
Woods cheating, arguing and getting beaten up by his wife are all speculations and rumors. One thing is for certain in this incident: There was a car accident. That is the only certain thing.
People care way too much about celebrities' lives. The media hungers for celebrities to fall from their pedestal - to slip up or crash. It is their job, and they are well-paid to write and talk about celebrities. Plus, people pay to hear these stories, so why wouldn't they get reported? I do not really get riled up about events like Woods', but when the greatest golfer in the world is in the news for something other than golf it is going to be noteworthy.
Also, if you are Tiger Woods, the highest paid athlete ever, the greatest golfer ever and one of the most recognized people in the world, don't you think you would get caught cheating on your wife sooner rather than later? Even OSU athletes have to be very careful of what they do, where they go and who they are with every moment of their lives. They will be the first ones to tell you that. But even the Tim Tebows of the world are not Tiger Woods.
Tiger, your public image has not been completely ruined, but you definitely damaged it. Your golf game is amazing, and mentally, you are the strongest ever. I admire that. But you were talking about being a role model? That is obviously what you are not "all about."
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
The Class: It's Over:(
Today marks the end of NMC 301 for me, hopefully. John Carney, Makenzie Marineau, Mahria Zook, Mike Martin and I have finished our project. We think we have done a very good job with the editing, interviews and storyboard so overall, we are happy with what we have done so far. The project is not done, however, and we will hopefully continue to work with this idea, because we believe it is a good one.
A few things went really well in this project. One is that all of us had different skills to bring to the table and even if some of us wanted to write or interview something, we compromised and it went well. Another aspect of our project that went well was our editing. John did a great job doing that and we all thank him for it. He spent hours upon hours on his computer doing this so we greatly appreciate it. I even got a quick little tour of Final Cut Pro so that was nice to at least see what it is all about. Also, we started a website called wisenet.weebly.com. It is obviously in its very early stages but it has the potential to be a very good one. That website has a lot to do with Makenzie, who planned it all out and did all the work, with a little bit of input by us. Lastly, I thought the group meeting last night was our best one. Even though we were missing one, Mahria, due to work, I think it was very productive and we got done what was needed to be done.
The one thing that really "broke my heart" was that we did not get footage of a very old, new user using Facebook, Twitter, or Skype for the very first time and loving it. That was our plan all along but with the short period of time we had to make our idea to come life, it is difficult. However, I still love the video.
The main thing I learned from this project is how much someone can use technology to his or her advantage. Talking to John about Final Cut Pro and listening to Sherry talk about how she talks to everyone through AIM instant messaging because "it is the next best thing to actually being there," really made me realize how lucky we are to have all these technology at our fingertips. The quote that Sherry made really stuck in my head.
Also, I believe this project has made my enable my interviewing skills. At first I was a little nervous interviewing a man in his sixties about technology because I have never done it before and it was intimidating talking to an older man about technology. However, as the interview went on and when we went back to talk to him, it seemed easier and easier. So it was comforting to know that I can interview someone any age and talk to them about anything.
Honestly, I could have worked harder. I put the effort in but seeing Makenzie and John working their rear end off for the team was unbelievable. I think I did what I needed to but I regret not doing more for the team.
Working in the team was obviously a hassle because everyone is so busy. Making time for a project that needs a lot of time put into it can be tough but for the most part we fought through it with persistence!
Going to the Senior Center and getting to interview D Payne, as I like to call him behind his back, and Sherry was a bonus. I think John and I did a great job asking questions to them and when we thought we should leave them alone and talk, we did. So that went really well for us.
Even though this was John's idea and he was kind handling the operations, we all had input at some point or another. In anything that you do, great teams have everyone contributing and that is another thing I felt we did really well together.
Again, thanks to all my partners for the work they put into this project and the time we spent together. Special thanks to Makenzie and John for putting their extra work into this and thanks to Pam for letting us make this dream into more of a reality.
A few things went really well in this project. One is that all of us had different skills to bring to the table and even if some of us wanted to write or interview something, we compromised and it went well. Another aspect of our project that went well was our editing. John did a great job doing that and we all thank him for it. He spent hours upon hours on his computer doing this so we greatly appreciate it. I even got a quick little tour of Final Cut Pro so that was nice to at least see what it is all about. Also, we started a website called wisenet.weebly.com. It is obviously in its very early stages but it has the potential to be a very good one. That website has a lot to do with Makenzie, who planned it all out and did all the work, with a little bit of input by us. Lastly, I thought the group meeting last night was our best one. Even though we were missing one, Mahria, due to work, I think it was very productive and we got done what was needed to be done.
The one thing that really "broke my heart" was that we did not get footage of a very old, new user using Facebook, Twitter, or Skype for the very first time and loving it. That was our plan all along but with the short period of time we had to make our idea to come life, it is difficult. However, I still love the video.
The main thing I learned from this project is how much someone can use technology to his or her advantage. Talking to John about Final Cut Pro and listening to Sherry talk about how she talks to everyone through AIM instant messaging because "it is the next best thing to actually being there," really made me realize how lucky we are to have all these technology at our fingertips. The quote that Sherry made really stuck in my head.
Also, I believe this project has made my enable my interviewing skills. At first I was a little nervous interviewing a man in his sixties about technology because I have never done it before and it was intimidating talking to an older man about technology. However, as the interview went on and when we went back to talk to him, it seemed easier and easier. So it was comforting to know that I can interview someone any age and talk to them about anything.
Honestly, I could have worked harder. I put the effort in but seeing Makenzie and John working their rear end off for the team was unbelievable. I think I did what I needed to but I regret not doing more for the team.
Working in the team was obviously a hassle because everyone is so busy. Making time for a project that needs a lot of time put into it can be tough but for the most part we fought through it with persistence!
Going to the Senior Center and getting to interview D Payne, as I like to call him behind his back, and Sherry was a bonus. I think John and I did a great job asking questions to them and when we thought we should leave them alone and talk, we did. So that went really well for us.
Even though this was John's idea and he was kind handling the operations, we all had input at some point or another. In anything that you do, great teams have everyone contributing and that is another thing I felt we did really well together.
Again, thanks to all my partners for the work they put into this project and the time we spent together. Special thanks to Makenzie and John for putting their extra work into this and thanks to Pam for letting us make this dream into more of a reality.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
The New Way to Tell a News Story
Twitter and Facebook are the new news sources, says Gwen Navarette of the Associated Content. And it is true, people now get their information through these social networking sites. We all know Facebook keeps people up to date with each other and it is a nice, free tool for all of us to use. We keep in touch with family, friends who maybe live far away and people who have not seen in 10, 20, 30 years!
But, more and more people have been using these sites for reporting news. You can find out what is happening in the world just by going to twitter.com. Facebook also can help you but only your friends can see and you can only see your friends. With Twitter, anyone can see it simply by searching for news or by actually news sources who you can follow.
Navarette uses Typhoon Ondoy as her example. She said she truly opened up to the relevance of the news and social networking sites after this natural disaster. She stated that she freaked out when she saw "Anyone with a JETSKI or BOAT? My friends... need rescuing. Water's reached the second floor of their house. They live on..." on a Facebook account. It is amazing how far the internet has come, isn't it?
Also, in Navarette's writing it said that the Philippines is the texting capital of the world so word gets out fast. Again, I am astonished by how these social networking sites are changing the world right in front of our eyes. I am even now hooked on Twitter and I thought it was the stupidest thing ever! So, if you want your news fix, go to Twitter and/or Facebook and watch the world evolve right under in front of your eyes.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2235617/social_media_is_a_great_way_to_communicate_pg2_pg2.html?cat=15
But, more and more people have been using these sites for reporting news. You can find out what is happening in the world just by going to twitter.com. Facebook also can help you but only your friends can see and you can only see your friends. With Twitter, anyone can see it simply by searching for news or by actually news sources who you can follow.
Navarette uses Typhoon Ondoy as her example. She said she truly opened up to the relevance of the news and social networking sites after this natural disaster. She stated that she freaked out when she saw "Anyone with a JETSKI or BOAT? My friends... need rescuing. Water's reached the second floor of their house. They live on..." on a Facebook account. It is amazing how far the internet has come, isn't it?
Also, in Navarette's writing it said that the Philippines is the texting capital of the world so word gets out fast. Again, I am astonished by how these social networking sites are changing the world right in front of our eyes. I am even now hooked on Twitter and I thought it was the stupidest thing ever! So, if you want your news fix, go to Twitter and/or Facebook and watch the world evolve right under in front of your eyes.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2235617/social_media_is_a_great_way_to_communicate_pg2_pg2.html?cat=15
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Twitter: Running the World
One word: Twitter. I can not believe how much I am using the stupid thing. Yeah, I called it stupid. Anyways, Twitter has been taking over my life and I do not know why. Is it the constant exclusive life into Terrell Owens and Alyssa Milano? Is it the sheer selfishness that I want everybody else to know what I am doing at every single moment of my life? I hope not.
I think it is because I realized how great of a social networking tool it is. Makenzie Marineau, newmediamak.wordpress.com, has taught me this. She is an NMC major and she has over 1,000 followers on Twitter. "Are you kidding me?" I asked myself when I saw this.
But then I asked her. She just told me straight up, "I don't know. I guess I am just networking." Then, I realized the true meaning of Twitter. It means different things to different people but to me, that is what it means and it has helped me appreciate the Twitter World that much more.
However, I want to talk about a blog post by Deborah Potter called "Twitter in the Newsroom." This is a perfect example of how Twitter can be used for so many different things. Twitter is being used in the newsroom to break news. That deserves another "are you kidding me?" There are now BreakingTweets, TwitterLocal and CityTweets to update to news stations of the news. Doesn't that sound funny.
To sum this all up, a quote from Patrick O'Brien, the digital development director at WUSA-TV in Washington, DC, says "For instance, if there’s a building collapse, you can search a 5-mile radius where the collapse took place to find anyone who may be twittering updates."
I think it is because I realized how great of a social networking tool it is. Makenzie Marineau, newmediamak.wordpress.com, has taught me this. She is an NMC major and she has over 1,000 followers on Twitter. "Are you kidding me?" I asked myself when I saw this.
But then I asked her. She just told me straight up, "I don't know. I guess I am just networking." Then, I realized the true meaning of Twitter. It means different things to different people but to me, that is what it means and it has helped me appreciate the Twitter World that much more.
However, I want to talk about a blog post by Deborah Potter called "Twitter in the Newsroom." This is a perfect example of how Twitter can be used for so many different things. Twitter is being used in the newsroom to break news. That deserves another "are you kidding me?" There are now BreakingTweets, TwitterLocal and CityTweets to update to news stations of the news. Doesn't that sound funny.
To sum this all up, a quote from Patrick O'Brien, the digital development director at WUSA-TV in Washington, DC, says "For instance, if there’s a building collapse, you can search a 5-mile radius where the collapse took place to find anyone who may be twittering updates."
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