Atlanta Hawks x "Pistol" Pete Maravich [1971-1972]

Usually, this would be an entry for Jersey Sunday. But today is an exception because we are celebrating this person's birthday. On hand is a Reebok Hardwood Classics Atlanta Hawks "Pistol" Pete Maravich road jersey from his sophomore season in the NBA. His unique playmaking abilities blended with his creative scoring touch made him one of the most entertaining basketball players ever to hit the hardwood.


I won this online not too long ago and I was not hesitant at all to place my bid. I have been on the hunt for one of these uniforms for a long time since reading his biography; Pistol: The Life of Pete Maravich. This is the road blue style with single layer tackle twill numbers and letters. A very interesting addition was the "Pistol" nickname added to the back as opposed to the conventional ID on the rest of the league's team uniforms.


Born on 22 June 1947 in Aliquippa, PA, Peter Press Maravich was destined to be a basketball player. He attended Louisiana State University where, in 3 seasons between 1967-1970, he became the all time leading scorer for LSU and the NCAA earning the Naismith College Player of the Year [1970]. His collegiate career average of 44.2 points per game still stands as the greatest average of all time - and this is well before the shot clock and 3-point line were introduced in college competition.


In the 1970 NBA Draft, Pete Maravich was selected with the 3rd overall pick for the Atlanta Hawks. In his rookie season, he averaged 23.2 PPG and recieved a spot on the All-Rookie Team as well as a playoff spot. His second season, however, did not go as well as his first with an average of 19.3 PPG. But once again, he helped the team to a playoff run and averaged 27 PPG in the postseason.


In his third season in the league, he averaged 26.1 PPG and passed the 20,000 point mark while making his first appearance to the All-Star Game. In the 1973-74 season, he averaged his career best in PPG in Atlanta with 27.7, second best at the time, and another appearance at the All-Star Game before shipping off to an expansion team; the New Orleans Jazz.


His five and a half season stint with the New Orleans Jazz would be his most memorable. He'd make it to the All-NBA First Team in 1976 and average a career best 31.1 PPG in the 1976-77 season. In a game against the New York Knicks that season, he dropped a career-high 68 points - one of the few players at the time to do so. Furthermore, he made three appearances at the All-Star Game between 1977 to 1979.


Pete Maravich along with the franchise moved to the state of Utah where injuries would have him sidelined or limit his playing abilities. Midway through his final season in the league, he was traded to the Boston Celtics where he would play alongside future superstar Larry Bird. Playing the sixth man role, he averaged a career-low 13 PPG and would finally retire at the end of the season after a ten year run in the NBA.


On 5 January 1988, at the age of 40, "Pistol" Pete Maravich passed away during a pickup game at a local church from heart complications. His death sent shockwaves through the basketball world, especially through the state of Louisiana where he had set his mark on the sport. He was posthumously honoured by the NBA when he was named to the 50th Anniversary Team in 1999. In 2005, he was named the greatest college player of all time by ESPNU.


Career Highlights and Awards:
Naismith College Player of the Year [1970]
NBA All-Rookie Team [1971]
5x NBA All-Star 1973-74, 1977-79]
2x All-NBA First Team 1976, 1977]
NBA 50th Ann'y Team [1999]
2× USBWA Player of the Year [1969–70]
AP College Player of the Year [70]
3× SEC Player of the Year [1968–70]
3× Consensus NCAA All-American First Team [1968–70]
In 1970, his #23 was retired by the LSU basketball team. In 1985, his jersey #7 was retired by Utah Jazz and later by the New Orleans Hornets in 2005. Additionally, in 1988, the gymnasium of his alma mater was renamed the Pete Maravich Assembly Center to pay tribute to one of their greatest athletes.


"There is nothing wrong with dedication and goals, but if you focus on yourself, all the lights fade away and you become a fleeting moment in life." - "Pistol" Pete Maravich

Montreal Expos x Andre Dawson [1980-1986]

Welcome back to my first June entry for Jersey Sunday. On display is a Cooperstown Majestic Montreal Expos Andre Dawson road uniform. The logo on the front is embroidered in wool felt material with the numbers and letters sewn on in single coloured tackle twill. Much thanks to Pickering Pro Image for the custom work.


A very simple jersey, but definitely a classy one. Purchased as a blank, I was debating to which player I wanted crested onto the back. I ultimately chose to go with a Montreal legend with The Hawk.


This New Era snapback was purchased shortly after I won the jersey online. A very classic look when thrown together from top to bottom.


Born 10 July 1954 in Miami, Florida, Andre Nolan Dawson was selected in the 11th round in the 1975 MLB Draft as the 250th pick for the Montreal Expos and made his professional debut on 11 September 1976. But it wasn't until the 1977 season, he became a regular outfielder for his club. With a .282 batting average and belting 19 home runs, he was awarded the 1977 NL Rookie of the Year Award. He would later become a multiple All-Star, Gold Glover winner, and Silver Slugger Awardee with his first 6 seasons with the team and become a franchise leader in many of their offensive categories.


He was a key component in the 1981 season when the Expos captured the National League East Division crown and advanced to the NL Championship. One of his significant accomplishments was becoming one of two palyers to homer twice in one inning on 24 September 1985 against his next ball team; the Chicago Cubs.


In 1987, bad knees had the free agent outfielder sign with a team that plays in a stadium with natural grass. He would dawn a jersey of the Chicago Cubs at the start of the season but would have them end the year with a last place finish in the National League. However, it was one of his greatest seasons earning him an All-Star Game appearance and the 1987 NL MVP Award. To date, he is the only player with that honour for a last place franchise.


After 5 years in The Windy City, he played for four more seasons [2 each with the Boston Red Sox and Florida Marlins] before retiring in 1996. Shortly afterwards, he took up a management position with the Florida Marlins and recieved his first World Series Championship ring in 2003. He is still part of the organization after they moved to his hometown of Miami. In 2010, he was selected to the Baseball Hall of Fame on his 9th ballot.


Career Highlights and Awards:
1977 NL Rookie of the Year, 1987 NL MVP, 8x NL All-Star [1981-83, 1987-91], 8x Gold Glove Winner [1980-85, 1987-88], 4x Silver Slugger Award [1980-81, 1983, 1987], 1994 Hutch Award, 1987 Home Run Derby Winner, 2003 World Series Champion, 2010 Cooperstown Hall of Fame Inductee, jersey #10 retired by the Montreal Expos in his honour



"I've always seen myself as an Expo." - Andre Dawson

Blog All Over You



I know the new blog header is a little lazy, but I haven't updated the top in ages. Plus, is looks badass!


Walk All Over You

AC/DC x Highway To Hell

Released in 1979, Highway To Hell was AC/DC's sixth studio album and the final record with Bon Scott on lead vocals before his death later that year. It went on to receive 7x Platinum Certification and was ranked #200 on Rolling Stone Magazine's Top 500 Albums of All Time.


Highway to Hell

Parks & Recreation Season 4

It took a while for me to grab this, but I am finally caught up with the collection. I highly recommend this show to you.


What was great about this DVD set was the "Knope 2012" sticker it came with.

King Sh-t 5.1

I never miss out on a chance to grab the new King Sh-t Mag and neither should you. Such a dope cover as well featuring Nick Moore throwing himself down a crazy set of stairs.

Los Angeles Lakers x Wilt Chamberlain [1971-1972]

Welcome to a special edition of Jersey Sunday. I know it's Monday, but I'm making an exception because I was waiting for this to come through the mail and since the post office is closed on weekends, I'm letting it slip. Also, it's my blog and I do what I want. But to the jersey, on hand is a gem I won on eBay at the final second. This is a player I have always wanted for a long time and even though it doesn't fit very well, I'm still stoked to add it in my collection. Here is my Los Angeles Lakers Wilt Chamberlain jersey made by Mitchell and Ness.


Any jersey of "The Big Dipper" would be appropriate, whether it's his Warriors, Sixers, or even Globetrotters. But when I saw this Lakers item going for a very reasonable price, I was not hesitant at all placing my bid. The materials, detail, and construction are admirable with stitched double layer tackle twill making up the letters and numbers.


The jock tag at the bottom displays his best season in Tinsel Town. Although he has had a tremendous career with his previous teams, this entry will be more focused on his years wearing the gold and forum blue.


Born as Wilton Norman Chamberlain on 21 August 1936 in Philadelphia, PA, he attended Overbrook High School before playing with the Kansas University Jayhawks [1956-58]. In 1959, after spending a season with the Harlem Globetrotters, the Philadelphia Warriors selected the 7'1" 250 lbs center as a territorial draft pick. He would go on to win Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player, the first athlete to obtain those honours in the NBA. In the 1961-62 season, he averaged an unimaginative 50 points per game, and on 2 March 1962, he scored the untouchable 100 points against the New York Knicks in Hershey, PA. Roughly attended by 4, 000 people, the untelevised event only lives on through radio broadcast and eyewitness accounts.


In 1963, the Warriors franchised moved to San Francisco, CA. However, he would move back to Philadelphia in a trade with the 76ers. In 1967, Wilt Chamberlain would win hist first NBA Championship along with his second MVP trophy. The 60's would be a memorable decade for basketball fans as they witnessed a great rivalry between "Goliath" and Boston Celtics' center Bill Russell.


Before the 1968 season, Wilt Chamberlain was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, making it the first time a reigning MVP was sent to another team. Although his numbers fell, he helped provide leadership amongst his squad with future Hall-of-Famers Jerry West and Elgin Baylor. They would advance to the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics, a team coached by the first African-American in league history; Bill Russell. In a controversial decision, Coach Van Breda Kolff benched his starting center in the final minutes of Game 7 in The Forum and would lose again to his counterpart. At the end of that season, he average 20.9 PPG and 21.1 RPG.


In the 1969-70 season, Wilt was limited to only twelve games due to injury. He averaged 27.3 PPG and 18.4 RPG, respectively, and rejoined just in time for the playoffs. Unfortunately, the Lakers would lose in the NBA Finals to the New York Knicks in one of the greatest comebacks in league history as the injured Willis Reed made an unexpected return to the starting lineup inspiring his team to win the title.


In the 1971 season, he averaged 20 PPG and 18 RPG leading the league in rebounding once again and helped the Lakers into the post-season. Although they coasted through the playoffs, they lost in the Western Conference Championship series to the eventual Milwaukee Bucks, led by the younger Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.


The 1971-72 season would be a staple year for Wilt Chamberlain. His Lakers won 33 consecutive games, a record which still stands to this day. He also became the all time leader in rebounds grabbing 21,772 boards. While averaging 15 PPG [the lowest of his career], he collected his 10th rebounding title with 19 RPG and took his team to another playoff run. In one of the greatest matches of all time against Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and his Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles eliminated them in 6 games en route to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. In 5 games against the Knicks, he averaged 20+ PPG and 20+ RPG, a performance that earned him his second NBA Championship and the NBA Finals MVP Award, which was inaugurated into the league just 5 years earlier.


The next season would be his last as a player. While averaging 13 PPG and 19 RPG, he collected his 11th and final rebounding title. However, he would average an outstanding .727 FG%, beating his own record 8 years earlier. It remains a league record to this day. He would also play in his last NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, but would unfortunately lose in 5 games. After that season, he would jump ship to the rival American Basketball Association as a coach for the San Diego Conquistadors. After a losing season with The Qs, he completely retired from the game of basketball at the age of 37.


In October 1999, Wilt Chamberlain passed away at the age of 63. A great loss mourned by all in the basketball community, he left behind an unmatched legacy 54 years after his professional debut. He is still remembered greatly through his colleagues, writers, teammates, and friends.


Career Highlights and Achievements:
1, 045 games played, 31, 419 total points [30.1 PPG], 23, 924 total rebounds [22.9 RPG], 4, 643 total assists [4.4 APG]
Rookie of the Year [1960]
2x NBA Champion [1967, 1972]
NBA Finals MVP [1972]
4x MVP [1960, 1967-68]
13x NBA All-Star [1960-69, 1970-73]
NBA All-Star Game MVP [1960]
7× NBA scoring champion [1960–66]
11× NBA rebounding champion [1960–63, 1966–69, 1971–73]
NBA 35th Anniversary Team
NBA 50th Anniversary Team
Scored 100 points against the New York Knicks on 2 March 1962
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee [1978]
College Basketball Hall of Fame [2006]
His #13 is retired by the Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, and Los Angeles Lakers.
More of his records and feats can be found here.

“Everything is habit forming, so make sure what you do is what you want to be doing.”
- Wilt Chamberlain

The Office Season 8

Finally got a copy of The Office Season 8 through an awesome seller on Kijiji.

The Deathwish Video

Finally grabbed a copy of the long awaited video from Deathwish Skateboards cleverly titled The Deathwish Video. I remember watching a clip a while back and Jim Greco stated it was supposed to come out in October 2010. That totally panned out, but better late than never. I have been a big fan of these guys for the longest time and seeing new footy from some of my favourite riders is the best way to kick off the warm skate weather season. Bummer that it will not include Antwuan Dixon, but seeing his situation, it was obvious. Grab a copy from your local shop ASAP.

42

Yesterday afternoon, my brother and I caught the movie 42 starring Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford. Being the avid baseball fan I am, this was a must-see. It tells the story of Jackie Robinson [Boseman], the first African-American to enter the professional baseball and Branch Rickey [Ford], the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, who signed him to the team. An important piece of world history in the form of a motion picture, I encourage everyone, baseball fan or not, to see it ASAP.



Please check out my Jersey Sunday x Jackie Robinson [1955] entry.

The Rolling Stones x Some Girls Deluxe Edition

Back when I said I needed on more of this band's album, this was it. Some Girls, released in 1978, was what most writers called The Rolling Stones' comeback album after many attempts to create a new sound. Re-released as a 2-disc Deluxe Edition format in 2009 and includes 12 new tracks, most of the stores that carried this had a very high price tag. However, one particular mall had the wrong lowered price marked on it and I grabbed it once that mistake was corrected. This is one of the greatest works by The Rolling Stones and like all the albums I pick up, you should definitely check it out.

Converse Chuck Taylor Lows x Green Day x Dookie

Just this passed Saturday, I tripped down to Get Outside and grabbed a pair of sneakers I've been wanting since they popped up on the Internet. Now in my possession are the Converse Chuck Taylor Lows Green Day Dookie collabo. The detail on these shoes are insane and I think I've found another set of kicks for display purposes only. I know I've said to myself I was out of the collecting hobby, but these brought me right back in.

Gracing the side walls of the sneakers are images taken from the band's staple album Dookie realeased in 1994. Growing up in that whole grunge/alternative era, this was the album to listen to. Even to this day, I continue to listen to it. I was stoked to see it listed as one of the greatest albums of all time and I encourage you to hear it out some time soon. Furthermore, if Converse wasn't involved in this at all, I don't think any other brand would be a legitimate choice for this mash-up.

I thought this was a neat feature; the tongue on the right shoes lists the first seven tracks of the CD and the left lists the last seven in that unique handwritten font found throughout the booklet.

Last, but not least, is the iconic logo on the heel that needs no explanation at all. Classic.

David Bowie x The Next Day

The Next Day is the latest offering from legendary artist David Bowie. Released ten years after his last record, The Next Day kind of reminds of the reason why you got into him in the first place with unique sounds and vocals. What's also very interesting is the artwork of the sleeve by cleverly placing and altering his other classic album, Heroes. Expect to see more of his CDs pop up on my blog in the near future.


Where Are We Now?


The Stars (Are Out Tonight)

Going Big

Going Big is an ESPN documentary focusing on Sam Bowie, the 2nd pick of the 1984 NBA Draft for the Portland Trailblazers ahead of future Hall-of-Famer, Michael Jordan. Over the course of history, he has forever been called a "bust" and not living up to the rest of the draft class' expectations. This doc goes deep into the archives of Sam Bowie's life and is definitely a must-see for basketball fans.

Dime Turd Season

Dime Turd Season is now online in is full entirety! Such sick skating from Canadian ams and pros like JS Lappierre, Antoine Asselin, and Wade Desarmo just to name a few.

Jimi Hendrix x People, Hell & Angels

People, Hell & Angels is a posthumous album from the late great Jimi Hendrix featuring unreleased tracks and a few other artists he has collaborated with. A few instrumental surprises also help add enjoyment to your listening pleasure. Released 33 years after his passing, this album is definitely worth getting for the novice and "experienced" fan.


People, Hell & Angels presented by Eddie Kramer

The Rolling Stones x Grrr!

Now that I have collected the quadfecta of Rolling Stones albums [even though one more album is on my list], it's safe to finally end it all with this album. Grrr! is a collection of the band's top 48 tracks over the passed 50 years and features two new songs [Doom and Gloom, One More Shot]. A stellar record, it's something I believe all old and new fans will enjoy.




Doom & Gloom
Viewer Discretion Advised

The Rolling Stones x Let It Bleed

The first album to feature Mick Taylor on guitar, Let It Bleed contains some of the most memorable songs ever played by the Rolling Stones. Listed at #32 of Rolling Stone Magazine's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, it's definitely the most artistic album in the band's repertoire.


The Rolling Stones feat. Lady Gaga x Gimmie Shelter

No Age x Nouns

No Age x Eraser

Toronto Maple Leafs x Mats Sundin [2000-2007]

Welcome back to my latest Jersey Sunday! This piece has been on my "Want list" for quite some time. It took a lot of clearing out to get this item, but I can finally cross it off that list. Here we have my Toronto Maple Leafs Mats Sundin jersey made by CCM in the beautiful dark blue colourway.


I purchased this from an online seller and talked him down to a very fair price. I previously owned a Maple Leafs uniform before, however, I sold it in order to buy this which made me much more happy. The details are incredible with triple layered tackle twill in silver, blue, and white for the numbers and letters stitched onto a plate in the very unique font the team used in that era.


Born in Stockholm Sweden, Mats Sundin was the first European native to be drafted 1st overall when the Quebec Nordiques selected him in 1989, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired him in a trade in June of 1994. Although the season was shortened that time, he led the team in points with 47 [1 point/game]and scored his second highest points total the next year with 94. During the 1996-97 season, he was appointed the team's new captain in the hopes of leading them to a brighter future.


Between the late 90s to early 00s, Mats Sundin would continue to improve, constantly leading the team in points. At the beginning of the 2006-07 season, he reached the 500 goals mark in a hat-trick fashion. The next season, he netted his 390th goal and scoring his 917th point as a Maple Leafs player becoming the franchise's all-time leader in those two categories. Later in the year, he became the first player in the team's longstanding history to score 400 goals. Although this time frame was very noteworthy for the club and player, they still had low success in reaching the Stanley Cup Finals due to late round eliminations or their inability to seed in the standings.


In his later years with blue and white, they failed to make the post-season three straight years causing fan frustration with management and players. By the end of the 2008 season, the free agent captain signed with the Vancouver Canucks where he would eventually finish his career. Forever a Maple Leaf to the city of Toronto, when it comes to the records and history books; Mats Sundin stands alone.


Mats Sundin competed for his native Sweden on 15 separate occasions winning three gold medals in the World Championships [1991, 1992, 1998] and a gold medal in the 2006 Olympic Winter Games.


Career Highlights and Achievements:
1346 NHL games played, 564 goals, 785 assists, 1349 points, 9x NHL All-Star [1996-2004], Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee [2012], Maple Leafs all-time leader in goals [420], and points [967].
On 2 February 2012,  his #13 was honoured in a pre-game ceremony at the Air Canada Centre.

"With the fans and the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, the way I've been treated here has been awesome." - Mats Sundin