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#1 Stunna

2011-09-26T19:26:00.004-04:00

Can the Redskins move to 3-0 by traveling into Dallas and beating America's team?

You better believe it, 'SKINS +3.5 over the 'Boys in an

instant classic... stunner.

WineGlasses.

2011-03-11T22:48:00.002-05:00

wolfpack tobogan, gdpros, tepeeeees, tripods, memory bourbon, candles, guy harvey, snickers, toistotis, hot tub, tv, noise, gas, fire, furnis, mini cabon lights, WOLFpack TObgan

Bill Walker's Dunkers

2011-03-02T18:45:00.003-05:00

And we are back! Took us 2 whole months to make the Acquisition official but the papers have been signed. We Proudly present Walker's Dunkers Powered by WPW. Enjoy.

Pick FSU +3

Good Luck,
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Our 200th Post!!

2010-12-04T12:54:00.000-05:00

Today's winners:

Cincy Football

Oklahoma Football

Kentucky Basketball

2022 World Cup

2010-12-02T10:59:00.001-05:00

I cannot imagine a worse place on this earth.

Basketball

2010-11-29T10:57:00.003-05:00

Minnesota -13 over UVa

Rider -8.5 over Hofstra

Noisewater

Wolfpack

2010-11-21T10:13:00.008-05:00

What a game.

See below for footage of the scuffle.

Nasty as I Want to be

2010-11-15T22:00:00.000-05:00

He Nasty!

$unday

2010-11-14T11:59:00.005-05:00

Tenn. Titans (pk) Take it. No time for write up, internet is down on plane. About to take off to Miami. Ill be the guy entering the stadium via CLICK HERE!

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"Glitter, glisten, gloss, floss...I catch a beat runnin like Randy Moss"

Thank You Veterans

2010-11-11T11:25:00.006-05:00

Most importantly, I want to thank those Americans who are serving our country now and who have served in the past. Thank you for everything you do. Thank you for your sacrifices. Thank you for making this country the absolute best country in the world. Respect.

I also want to touch on Basketball. Tomorrow night the college basketball season starts. The year is already extremely interesting. The ACC especially. With the perennial power house Duke at it's strongest in years coming off a championship year and Virginia Tech, UNC, and NC State Lurking in the background waiting to make their move, this should be a fantastic year in hoops. Harrison Barnes (UNC) was the first player to be pre-season all American as a freshman in 30 years. Yet, he didn't even make the all-ACC pre-season team. Interesting. Tomorrow night the season starts and yeah, we bangin'. Look to WPW for all your college basketball picks. I can't wait.

Noisewater

Athlete of the Week

2010-11-10T23:21:00.001-05:00

http://www.virginiasports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17800&ATCLID=1133855

Mad Hatter

2010-11-07T14:13:00.000-05:00

Announcing WPW Mobile!!!

2010-11-06T11:14:00.010-04:00

Just go to wpwsports.blogspot.com and you will automatically be directed to our WPW mobile site. We have designed it to look exactly like the non-mobile site. And remember, no betting and driving!

Rick's Picks:

Purdue +20

Syracuse -6.5

Champagne winners,

Rick

Good Ol' Fashion Fun

2010-11-04T10:17:00.004-04:00

Rick, 2", and myself took a recent trip to Dallas to take in the sights and sounds that the Lone Star State has to offer. We met some interesting people and WPW supporters along the way and had a great time to say the least. Highlights of the trip include watching the Giants close out the World Series in Arlington in Game 5, and Rick getting a big payout on his Edgar Renteria bet as the MVP (+1400). And if you think the San Francisco locker room party looked fun that night, you should have seen our hotel room. I will let you use your imagination as to the events that unfolded. Hands down, best part of the trip was the Cowboys game, and I'm not talking about the game because we all know the Cowboys are lower than whale shit at the bottom of the deepest hole of the ocean. No, I'm talking about the NC State coed 2" managed to pick up in the RDU airport and bring along on our adventure. The game was so boring, 2" managed to take manners into his own hands. I will let you be the judge....

Gotta love the ECU vs. NC State shirt we provided for her.

For the pick, I'm going to stick in the ACC and make a selection on the Virginia Tech and Georgia Tech game. The forecast for Blacksburg is going to be rainy and wet this evening; and the last time the Hokies had a home game in these conditions, James Madison rolled in and stunned the maroon and orange. Well I don't think the Yellow Jackets can pull off the upset, I think this game is going to be closer than 13 points. Also, take a look at Virginia Tech's wins this season (East Carolina, Boston College, NC State, Central Michigan, Wake Forrest, and Duke), NC State is their only real quality win. In this weather and with the Jackets offense, I think I will take the points.

Georgia Tech +13

Until next time,

AC4 Over and Out

Brett Favre, Sirius, and Marcus Dupree

2010-11-01T08:46:00.015-04:00

I realize I am late on this one, but nonetheless, rumor has it that Brett Favre harassed that poor woman (that poor slut) with 'Cock Shots'... Sounds more like the end of a porno than a picture message. To me, it just seems ridiculous that a grown woman can't handle some 'Dick Pics' (not to be confused with 'Rick's Picks'). Penis pictures are innocent. Kids do it all the time.

Regardless, there is one funny thing about this whole episode. Allegedly, in one of his picture messages, there was a wrist watch on Brett's penis, a 'Cock Clock.' Brilliant. Personally, I wear a sun dial on my penis. And yeah, it's a Patek Philippe. Bet you didn't know they made sun dials.

Hope you enjoyed yesterday's winners. In addition, to the readers who purchased SIRI, congratulations, your shares have doubled since we posted this winner. Cha ching.

Rick

PS - 30 for 30 "The Best that Never Was" shows November 9th. Beat that drum. If you haven't heard of Marcus Dupree, get acquainted:

Link to ESPN Video

Church Day Football

2010-10-31T15:17:00.002-04:00

Welcome players:

Chargers -5

Saints -1

Enough said.

As always, good luck and God bless.

-Bigfoot

Noon Games

2010-10-30T11:46:00.008-04:00

Don't love alot about today's early games, but I do like what I see in Rick's Picks:

Rick's Picks:

South Carolina -17 over Tennessee

Notre Dame and Tulsa Over 63

Miami -14 over UVA (buy the hook)

and don't forget last night's pick of Maryland -5.5 over Wake

Champagne Winners,

Noisewater

BIGFOOT IS BACK, VEGAS MOVES LINE

2010-10-29T21:41:00.011-04:00

RED ALERT: The ever-Illusive Sasquatch AKA Jon Bigfoot is back and Vegas smelled him coming. Just look at the above timeline. When Bigfoot posted UCONN +6 Vegas rang the alarm and moved that line down to 4 at kickoff. Let this be a lesson that if you want to get the best lines in the market, check WPW early and often.

Early Line: Get it before it moves up. Take Maryland -5.5 over Wake before it gets to 6.

Champagne Winners,

Noisewater

Friday Nite with a Bite

2010-10-29T18:26:00.004-04:00

Welcome players:
For Friday night, play the Huskies + the points. I fully expect UConn to line-up and smash some Wet Vagina, right in the mouth. I don't give a shit who's throwing the ball for UConn. UConn covers this line and we grab the cash. Nothing gets my blood pumping like a Friday night winner that sets the table for a lock-down Saturday.

Since when did Michelob Light start using pry-off tops?

Play: UConn +6

Bonus pick: I like factors of 3 for the Mega Millions tonight.

As always, good luck and God bless.

Jon Big

Shama Lama Ding Dong

2010-10-29T08:49:00.006-04:00

Good morning players,

Prior to my arrival to the WPW corporate headquarters this morning, I had my driver pick up some lotto tickets for me.

My driver texted me: "Mega Millions or Powerball??"

So I called him: "Don't ever fucking text me again. If you want to text me, email me. And if you want to email me, fax me. And if you fax me, you print that fax and then you eat that fucking fax. Then while you digest that fax, you dig a hole. Once that hole is dug, you shit that fax in that hole.... and then you bury it... nice and neat. And then you call me. What are the jackpots?"

Driver: (chewing on the fax) "Mega Millions is $140M and Powerball is $106M. Sir."

"Give me the Mega Millions."

Get in while the gettin' is good.

Noisewater

Beer Shower

2010-10-28T17:06:00.007-04:00

Combine a little biasness (sp?) with a Home Dog and you get a 10 dime play. Enjoy this pick with a cold Natty Light!

NC State +4

Shake Well,

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Can you say Winner?

2010-10-25T18:12:00.007-04:00

This guy is definitely a winner! Spotted this car headed east on I40 late this afternoon. Most likely story and destination: avoided the 4 o'clock staff meeting, snuck out early, and hit the road to make the evening cruise on the casino boats of Little River, SC.

I've got something for you my friend...

Let's go BIG tonight and upgrade that Honda to a Mercedes Benz SL500.

Take the Giants/Cowboys over 46....it's gonna be a good old fashion Texas shoot-out

-AC4 Over and Out

We Pick Winners....Without the help of Buffalo Wild Wings

2010-10-21T15:42:00.008-04:00

These guys definitely took the over...

You wont need extra innings tonight. Two aces facing each-other tonight in San Francisco. Smart money is on the OVER (5)

PHI @ SF over 5

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Rick's Picks and Company Kicks!

2010-10-21T14:10:00.009-04:00

Faculty, Staff, and fellow owners of WPW,

I am pleased to announce tonight's picks and the new company Kicks.

Rick's Pick:

Oregon -26

Rick's Kick:

Champagne winners,

Rick

It's all about the Fans

2010-10-18T08:40:00.004-04:00

This is quite possibly one of the funniest things I have ever seen, you've got to give it to the NFL fans to bring a little extra entertainment. Take a look at this Randy Moss look a like in Giants Stadium late last year. Maybe this is why he left for Minnesota. Will the real Randy Moss please stand up?

The pick:

Tennessee -3

-AC4 Over and Out

Camaraderie

2010-10-17T11:09:00.013-04:00

"The only true currency in this bankrupt world... is what you share with someone else when you're uncool. "

I bet on sports so that my friends and I have a reason to stay in touch. It is clearly not for the money. The rush has faded. All that remains is the emails, calls, and texts from the best friends saying 'Who ya got?' or 'All I needed was a half point!' or 'Let's go to Vegas tonight' or 'It's a lock!' followed by 'Dammit man' and that's all I want.

Camaraderie is one hell of a drug.

Rick's Picks:

Miami +3

Baltimore +3

Pittsburgh -14

Jets -3

Grandpa Noisewater in the Great Depression. All you need is some sunshine, a radio, a good friend, and the June 1936 WPW handbook.

Champagne winners,

Noise

War Eagle

2010-10-15T09:22:00.011-04:00

As we begin to reach the heart of the college football season it is critical to make your bets wisely, yet take advantage of the opportunities presented to you.

Remember as the leaves fall, so do the panties on gameday Saturdays.

The recipe for success: Ice, whiskey, coke. Mix thoroughly in gameday cup. Repeat.

The Picks:
Michigan +3.5 (home versus Iowa)

Auburn -3.5 (home versus Arkansas

South Carolina -5 (at Kentucky)

Three pictures of Auburn girls/fans are presented here. Which one do you slam, which one do you date, and which one do you take home to mom?

Indication of a Gambling Addiction (and a massive cock)

2010-10-13T10:00:00.007-04:00

You know you have a gambling problem (and a huge cock) when you scream aloud in your office: "Wednesday night football is back!" and execute the Tiger fist pump while sliding in your Gucci loafers across the mahogany hard woods only to stub your toe on your very own boner.

Rick's Wednesday night pick:

Marshall +6.5 (buy to 7)

Go Herd!

Rick

3:30 Games 10/9/2010

2010-10-09T14:18:00.006-04:00

First of all, arguing about which high school is better reflects the immaturity of Grimsley graduates.. Secondly, Page won 40-21.

The only money I had riding was on the over: (from bodog)

-Number of Page cheerleaders Rick Noisewater will bang after the Page/Grimsley game: 1.5

Turns out the under hit so I lost that bet. But I did hook with two Grimsley cheerleaders in their uniforms which begs your question:

- "Rick, were they of age?!"

and my answer to that would be:

- "No, but their parents were more than happy to sign the waiver form. Their fathers are WPW clients."

So I still won, and so did Page.

Rick's Picks:

Georgia Tech -10 (sorry Chuck)

Notre Dame -6

BYU +4.5

ECU +8

Stanford -10

I will not be playing the Alabama vs. South Carolina game but I do think the cocks at +7 are the play in this game.

Rick

Degeneration

2010-10-09T08:42:00.003-04:00

Webster's dictionary defines a degenerate as, "having sunk to a condition below that which is normal to a type." I dont have a Grimsley education, so I have no idea what that means, but the list below will surely clear everything up for our loyal readers.

Top 10 Reasons Your a Degenerate Gambler

10. You have a pet named Parlay
9. You use phrases such as "easy money", "hit a four-teamer", "wrong team favored", and "took them on the moneyline" to describe your weekends in the fall.
8. You believe there is no such thing as a "house edge"
7. You have ever bet against your favorite team
6. Your bbm contacts contain the names "Don Bookie" and "Bookie Peter"
5. You have ever bet on pre-season NFL or the WNBA
4. You look forward to Thanksgiving because, "They Lions never cover".
3.You look forward to Christmas because, "Vegas never gets the Lakers Christmas spreads right"
2. You have ever placed a wager on one of Sun Cruz Casino's beautiful vessals
1. You know the Bodog customer service reps by name

If you answered yes to 7 out of these 10, you are not alone. There is help avaliable. Pleaes call 1-888-263-0000 to speak with Christian, Dominic, or Shavon, and set up your online gaming account today.

The Pick:
UVA +10. As Chris Canty says, "Wahoo Wha"

Puck Fage

2010-10-08T17:11:00.004-04:00

When people think of Greensboro, North Carolina they think of five things: O'Henry, Brendan Haywood, Nathanael Greene, Stamey's BBQ, and Grimsley High School.

Grimsley or Greensboro Senior High School is the best of the best. Nationally ranked academically. All around dominance in athletics. First class music, drama, art, and choral departments. If your class rank is 100 at Grimsley, then you can still get into schools like UNC. Even in the 200-300 range you can still slide in to NC State or UNCR/State College as it is more popularly know. With the name Grimsley comes a wealth of esteem, class, and excellence. Admission offices see that and you're good. Its like being born into a rich family, once you have that Grimsley diploma the doors open and life is good.

Our performance in the pool and the countless consecutive conference titles accumulated in swimming is only bested by our superior SAT and AP test scores. Every year we send students to Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Dartmount, UPenn, Cornell, and Stanford. Graduating from Grimsley is an honor. These colors don't run.

Sure Grimsley has been down this year in football. But when the Whirlies face the pirates you throw the records out and get ready for a battle.

The Pick:

Grimsley straight up

Life is Simple...

2010-10-04T19:50:00.004-04:00

And girls are dumb.

Miami Dolphins PK

Noise

You've Got To Be Willing To Pay The Ultimate Price

2010-10-02T01:25:00.004-04:00

Taking chances is part of the game. If you're team averages 3.5 yards per carry, then common sense would tell you to run the ball on every down, get first downs, score, and win the game. But you don't become a winner from dicking around and playing by the rules that confine society. You throw the bomb on first and 10. You fake a punt with 1:40 to go in the second quarter. You run a reverse on third and nine. You PLAY TO WIN THE GAME. You don't suit up every Saturday to pussyfoot around with your neighbor and hope that everyone ends up happy.

Take chances and reap the rewards. Do you think Christopher Columbus was planning on finding what would become the Greatest Country Ever when he landed on what is now America? Probably not. But he took a chance, hopped on a big sailboat, and now we have a holiday named for him.

"If you want the ultimate, you've got to be willing to pay the ultimate price."

The Picks:

Clemson Tigers +3 1/2 (home against Miami)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -10 (@ Wake Forest)
Georgia Bulldogs -5 1/2 (@ Colorado)

What Separates Us

2010-09-29T15:31:00.005-04:00

My opposable thumbs make me human, but it is my ability to pick winners makes me WPW.

Take Texas A&M +3

-Rick

NC STATE +9

2010-09-25T11:42:00.009-04:00

Take it.

LARGE

We've been getting some pics emailed to us by fans around the country. Keep them coming!

send to tom2inch@gmail.com

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Last night's pick was shit

2010-09-24T19:26:00.003-04:00

So I am going to redeem myself. Take over 54.5 in the TCU SMU game.

Tonight will be good.

Tomorrow will be better.

But nothing is as good as right now.

Thursday Night Lights

2010-09-22T21:16:00.004-04:00

I was put on this earth to do two things: pick winners and bang average-looking broads. Looks like the only girls in this hotel room are tens, so I am going make you some money. While I am waiting for room service to get here with my champagne and birth control, I am going to go ahead and give you a good mind fuck before I get to the real action.

Thursday Night Rick Pick:

Pitt +3.5

Rick

Tropical Winnings

2010-09-18T21:34:00.005-04:00

Richard Branson flew Tommy E, Rick Noise, and myself to his private Caribbean island this past week. After downing pina coladas and funny pineapple drinks for a couple of days and hanging with Mariah Carey we are back in the states and ready to make some money.

San Diego -7
Indianapolis -5 1/2

Noon

2010-09-18T08:26:00.000-04:00

Tabloids

2010-09-12T12:21:00.006-04:00

AC4 has turned down offers from MTV to join the cast of The Jersey Shore. When asked why he tuned down the offer as he left his local TAB. He responded with a simple "WPW."

Miami -3
St Louis +3
Green Bay -3

You are welcome.

2''

2010-09-12T01:57:00.002-04:00

2-0 yesterday. You're Welcome. I believe that makes WPWsports undefeated for the 2010 College Football season.

You made money today, but remember: mo money, money problems.

Sometimes its not all about the U

2010-09-11T04:47:00.003-04:00

A lot of big games this weekend. If you are going for easy money take Alabama -13 over Joe Pa and the Nittany Lions. The Tide is a grown man team and plays Five Star recruits at every position. They will man handle Penn State's Freshman play caller.

I think the most interesting game is Miami at Ohio State in the Horseshoe. Miami has hotter chicks per capita, but OSU has an unbelievable volume of ladies prepared to perform fellatio. Both Miami and Ohio State have athletes and quality football players. Both starting quarterbacks are experienced and proven big time players. Nevertheless, Terrelle Pryor will be too much. I think the Buckeyes get it done in Columbus. Ohio
State - 8 1/2.

Do not F with Woody Hayes.

Stanford.

Fear

2010-08-17T22:41:00.003-04:00

Players,

In preparation for the upcoming fiscal year, I want to talk to you a little about fear. Fear is the internal emotion of apprehension, anxiety and trepidation of an impending or imminent danger. In terms of gambling, fear can be ever-present. Players are continuously afraid of losing--they bet with a sense of not-to-lose. This fear is even more present after a player has taken a few losses in a row. The player begins to question their picks, their mindset, their ability to pick a winner, and question why they are gambling. All of these feelings are natural reactions to a losing streak and many of us have felt these feelings at some point during the season. To win successfully over the entire course of a fiscal year (in my case the fiscal year runs from September thru March), one must not fear the loss. One must accept the fact that losing streaks will occur, but how one handles them will determine whether one will win in the long run. Emotional stability through the removal of picks based on personal perceptions is key. Stick with your system, come hell or high water. If you don't have a system, find one or look to WPW as an objective third party for your picks. In either way, betting with fear will cause you to over-bet during losing streaks and under-bet during winning streaks.

"A life lived in fear is a life half lived"

I look forward to our upcoming endeavors.

As always, good luck and God bless,

Jon B

Red Alert

2010-08-07T17:22:00.003-04:00

Players:

It's official, Bigfoot is on the prowl.

Haiku Ballin'

2010-07-16T10:34:00.017-04:00

Spikeballin' that is. What is Spikeball, you ask. Ha, chump. Spikeball is the shit. It's the bomb.com. It's the bee's knees (and his ankles for that matter). I'm not going to waste your time by explaining the rules, but I will tell you that you need to buy a set or two. It's the next biggest game in recreational sports. I was playing Spikeball a couple weeks ago at the beach for the fourth. I'll be the first to tell you I don't have a six pack. I am hairy and a little flabby around the edges (who has time to workout when there are winners to be picked). Despite our flabbiness, two tens (ten is a girl that is a ten) came and asked me what game we were playing. One thing led to another and I am now working on finding one of them an abortion clinic in St. Poundersburgh so she can 'get that shit taken care of!' Needless to say, this sexually charged game is awesome and a necessity for any gentleman.

This isn't a picture of me or anyone I know because we would never wear cargos (grow up, Peter Pan).

In honor of Spikeball, I decided to write a Haiku:

Sweat, sex, silhouettes

We're at the beach for Spikeball

Come and place your bets

Pick Winners and Spike it up in your very own 'SSSS' Tank.
Email us to place an order!

And oh yeah, we are having our First Annual Spikeball Tournament in Raleigh on labor day (gambling on tournament events will be not only allowed, but encouraged. Side bets also available). Email me if you want in.

Rick

Mourning Would

2010-07-15T09:05:00.004-04:00

I need some tissues.

Better Spikeballer: Erin or Marissa?

Dropping Knowledge

2010-06-28T09:52:00.007-04:00

1 - New Eminem CD is good - Cop it.

2 - Banksy

Some of you may know of Banksy, the world's most notorious, largely anonymous, street artist. His work is brilliant and his statements are profound. Hardly anybody knows he he is, and he plans on keeping it that way. Here are a couple samples of his work:

Sick eh? Hell yeah bro! For more pieces from Banksy, I suggest doing a Google Image Search or visit Banksy's website for a sample. Just google or youtube him, he's everywhere and nowhere at the same time.

In an interview with Swindle, Banksy said that he has "no interest in ever coming out. I figure there are enough self-opinionated assholes trying to get their ugly little faces in front of you as it is. You ask a lot of kids today what they want to be when they grow up, and they say, “I want to be famous.” You ask them for what reason and they don’t know or care. I think Andy Warhol got it wrong: in the future, so many people are going to become famous that one day everybody will end up being anonymous for 15 minutes. I’m just trying to make the pictures look good; I’m not into trying to make myself look good. I’m not into fashion. The pictures generally look better than I do when we’re out on the street together. Plus, I obviously have issues with the cops. And besides, it’s a pretty safe bet that the reality of me would be a crushing disappointment to a couple of 15-year-old kids out there."

Check out Banksy's website for a sample of his great pieces. Banksy also has a film "Exit Through the Gift Shop" coming out soon. The title itself is a brilliant statement of how capitalism rules the way we enter, live, and exit our lives. The trailer is below.

Dude is sick.

Party in the USA

2010-06-25T23:47:00.005-04:00

Let's set this roof on fire. Kiss da baby Ghana.

I am taking USA tomorrow to beat Ghana in regulation time at +140. If the USA wins tomorrow, I am going to bang a girl tomorrow night wearing only an American flag bandanna. If we lose, I'll wear only a condom.

Noisewater

Chills

2010-06-23T12:08:00.004-04:00

Hollywood couldn't have written it any better. New York Times headline tomorrow will read, "From the ashes United States advances". They are taking half days from Seattle to Savannah, and Landon Donovan's stature has become synonymous with that of Lebron James.

If you didn't get goosebumps watching that game you aren't human. To quote a famous military man, "We just won the war on terror".

WPW has chartered a jet to South Africa in hopes of having a celebratory drink with the boys donning the red, white, and blue. A few seats still remain, but are going fast. Please meet us at Gate 2 on the RDU tarmac at 9pm eastern time this evening.

God Bless the USA!

Shaq, we're live!

2010-06-22T10:56:00.001-04:00

Taking South Africa over France parlayed with John Isner in the Wimbledon.

Noise

Pour your 40's out for Manute

2010-06-20T19:41:00.010-04:00

June is not a good month to be abnormally sized with the death of Gary Coleman and Manute Bol just weeks apart. Today we pay tribute to Manute Bol, a true humanitarian. If you are unfamiliar with Manute and his legacy, he killed a fucking lion with a spear when he was 13.

Yo Mugsy, where can I get some of those converses?

WTF?

2010-06-19T21:17:00.001-04:00

Lakers/Celtics

2010-06-17T15:17:00.009-04:00

Skywalker has been doing the wedding circuit for a few weeks, therefore my blogging has been sporadic. I've been everywhere from Toronto to Tampa, with a special stop in eastern North Carolina. Contrary to popular belief the eastern North Carolina Swag is not limited to the UNC football team's starting defense.
On my journey, however, I discovered a startling trend. Everybody in the South is a huge Boston fan. Really? What kinda affinity with the Celtics do people from the south have. Root for the Bobcats, Hawks, Heat, Wizards, hell root for the damn Nets. But Boston, please. Don't give me this "ohh I hate Kobe Bryant garbage". Kobe didn't rape your sister in Denver a few years back, nor did he cheat on your wife. Guy is a baller, point blank. Nah, it's something more. Maybe their favorite condom color is green(those twisted pleasure's sure are popular) or maybe they thought the fitted Red Sox cap looked great with their new Abercrombie wardrobe, whatever. My god this team's most exciting player is a midget New York Knick outcast(Nate Robinson) that belongs in the circus more then on the basketball court. They have have a guy that goes by the name "Big Baby" even though his given name is Glen. Paul Pierce is a douche. KG is a prick. This team just isn't likeable, but everybody likes 'em. Maybe I'm in the minority, but I just don't get it. Let the public pick another team. Take the Lakers large tonight.

Focusing in the Moment

2010-06-10T10:38:00.008-04:00

We have been stripped important elements of our manhood. We are told what to do at work and at home by bosses, government, our finances, media, and for those less fortunate, wives. Here I am. A 24 year old stud sitting in a 71 degree office, at a desk with two phones, a computer, and his headphones in. Flashback 300 years and you would find a man working outside building a home, working in the field, hunting, manual labor, and slamming straight whiskey, bashing a guy in the face all while banging a prostie. My point is that we have the same tools (body and brain) as we did 300 years ago, but the game has changed significantly. For one, prostitution isn't legal. For two, sitting at a cubicle and meddling in mundane tasks on our computer is not what man was intended to do, yet it is now the norm. To take a quote from 'Into the Wild,' "Careers are a twentieth century invention." These careers have changed this world and man. However, this is the card we have been dealt. As I have my entire life, I plan to play that card.

One way this change has affected us in our everyday lives is the use of technology. We depend on technology every day. We use it constantly. It has improved our lives greatly, without a doubt. But these improvements did not come without a downside. Technology puts us on islands, isolating ourselves from the people sitting right next to us. On these technology islands, we have a world of information and people at our fingertips. Technology makes it too easy to access this information. It is too easy to chat with 20 people, read 20 articles, read 50 emails, call and text another 15, and conduct some research. Our brains are inundated daily with information. The retention of this information is impossible and sometimes futile.

I was playing tennis (Canadian doubles) with two of other moguls on Monday night at Charlotte Country Club. We were in our third game and four points had passed. When I was set to call the score and slam an ace, I drew a blank. I was not interrupted by a big rally or a magnificent shot. It was a normal point with a normal finish. I could not in any way remember what the score was. This happens fairly often in a variety of situations. I often fear that it may be my alcohol or recreational drug abuse causing my forgetfulness. Maybe I got so focused on the game, I simply forgot the score. But when I asked the others what the score was, they didn't remember either. This was scary to me. Are we prone to Alzheimer's? Is our weekend debauchery getting in the way of our brain functions? So I decided to test myself on my ability to focus on the important information. In this test I actually performed very well. Below is my score:

In the test linked above, the multitaskers then did a significantly worse job than the non-multitaskers at recognizing whether red rectangles had changed position. In other words, they had trouble filtering out the blue ones — the irrelevant information. I think what I have noted is becoming an epidemic, especially as our younger generations grow up with more and more technology. Although I performed well in the test, I suspect that this problem will snowball and my brain will continue to be impacted as my habits are sustained.

I snooped around on the internet and shifted the blame from my partying habits to my technology habits. Technologies push me to multitask, to essentially distract myself, to spread myself (my attention) too thin. My brain is exposed to thousands of distractions a day and thousands of pieces of information an hour. There is no way the brain can process and retain that information. So why do it? Technology pushes our brain to go to the next best thing. Shifting our focus rapidly, or multitasking.

Technology is also a crutch, damaging our personal relationships and aptitude to develop those relationships. Speaking to someone random is now a big move, and sometimes a creepy one. How many times have you been near a person of the opposite sex to which you were attracted and in stead of talking casually, you popped out your phone and distracted yourself from something that was uncomfortable or challenging, such as talking to a banging hot bitch? It happens all the time and I want it to end.

The lesson is that it is important for yourself, your family, and your career to be in the moment and retain the ability to focus on an item and crawl into a space and explore. The New York Times piece 'Your Brain on Computers' by Matt Richtel is a great piece exposing the impact of technology on our brains. Some interesting facts taken directly from the article:

Heavy multitaskers actually have more trouble focusing and shutting out irrelevant information, scientists say, and they experience more stress. And scientists are discovering that even after the multitasking ends, fractured thinking and lack of focus persist.
In 2008, people consumed three times as much information each day as they did in 1960. And they are constantly shifting their attention. Computer users at work change windows or check e-mail or other programs nearly 37 times an hour, new research shows.

The truth, however, as noted in Alexandra Samuel's piece 'Hooked on Gadgets and Happy About it' on HBR, is that technology is here to stay. We, as individuals cannot change that technology. We can, however, change how we use that technology and in turn change how that technology impacts us. Peter Bregman notes in his post 'How (and Why) to Stop Multitasking' on HBR that he made a conscious effort to stop multitasking, and in fact saw efficiency in his work noting no downside from monotasking. When he maintained his focus on the items at hand, meetings seemed long and rife with superfluous information and wasted time.

Below are some ways that I plan to alter my tech habits and improve my ability to focus and live in the moment.

Limit my email checking. Try for once an hour. Make my chats with coworkers and friends meaningful and concise.
Limit internet usage. Focus on a couple of internet stories per day and really develop an understanding of those items rather than a shallow skimming dozens.
Check Twitter/Facebook far less often. Twitter is, essentially, a listing of distractions that you sign up for. I follow news organizations, friends, and other interests. This amounts to thousands of tweets a day. Many of which are useless. I am going to limit my twitter usage to two times a day (other than when I am taking a dump) and be selective about what stories I choose to read.
Put down my phone when I get home. Forget emails. I am even going to disable the LED light on my blackberry for work emails so I wont be tempted.
Unplug. I can honestly say that time spent without technology and without distractions are some of the times when I get to know people and situations the best. I am going to unplug every day as I can. Leave the music off. Turn off the TV. Put down the computer.
Exercise your brain. Do or focus on something creative. This post is a prime example. I want to improve myself and this is one way I am going to start. Just do something different. You'll thank yourself later.
Talk. Talk to people. Engage with them. Go on a journey with them and find out where they are coming from, where they are going, and how you can help. Engage. A manager once sat at a table with five of is underlings working on their computers. He didn't open his computer and showed no intention to do so. We were extremely dumbfounded. He said that he 'wanted to understand what was going on and talk to us.' So we did. I think I learned more in that discussion than anything I read on that project.
Call instead of text.

The truth is that technology is here to stay. It will significantly impact our world, but we must not allow it to change our dynamic.

In other news... Take a closer look at USA +625 on Saturday vs. England. I think there is some value in betting on the USA. In the meantime, focus.

Noisewater

Lebron James being a dick

2010-05-10T20:34:00.001-04:00

Very WPW

Who's Hungry? Who's Hungry?

2010-04-28T21:41:00.001-04:00

The Pack is back. Try this starting line up on for size:

Tracy Smith
Ryan Harrow
Lorenzo Brown
CJ Leslie
Scott Wood

Boner? Just jerk it to this...

Smooth

2010-04-25T18:55:00.003-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AC4!!!

2010-04-12T16:22:00.004-04:00

It was 32 Years ago you were given birth to in the VIP Sportsbook @ the Golden Nugget downtown Vegas. Ole AC III had big money on on Affirmed to win the Triple Crown and would not let your mom leave for the hospital. HUGEEEEE PAYOUT:

12,310 to 1

Thats $1000 to win $12,310,000

Not a bad day:

Although Affirmed's Derby preparation was solid, Alydar's preparation in Florida and in the Bluegrass Stakes at Keenland was spectacular. That made Alydar the 6-5 favorite for Derby, with Affirmed the second choice at 9-5. Undefeated Sensitive Prince was third choice at 9-2. At the start of the Kentucky Derby, Affirmed let Sensitive Prince take the early lead, sitting third through the early stages, while Alydar stayed far back. Affirmed made a strong move for the lead on the far turn, and putting away an equally strong move by Wood Memorial winner Believe It, held off Alydar's fast closing charge to win by 1 1/2 lengths. Affirmed now had a 5-2 edge in the series.

In the Preakness, Affirmed went to the lead and set the pace, and Alydar made his big move on the far turn, at the same point in the race when Affirmed made his winning move in the Derby. Affirmed held a short lead entering the stretch and was able to hold it against Alydar's relentless drive. Affirmed held on and won by a neck.

As exciting as the Preakness was, the Belmont Stakes would turn out to be even more exciting. Again, Alydar's partisans assumed that the 1 1/2 mile distance of the Belmont, 1/4 of a mile longer than the Derby and 5/16 of a mile longer than the Preakness, would favor the colt with his closing style and distance-oriented pedigree, and he would finally be vindicated and would deny Affirmed the Triple Crown. Trainer Veitch would remove Alydar's blinkers for the Belmont, saying that if Alydar got a better look at Affirmed maybe he would get by him.

However, Affirmed was able to get to the lead and set a very slow pace, going the first quarter mile in 25 seconds and the half in 50 seconds. Alydar's jockey, Jorge Velasquez, smartly put Alydar close to the pace, and moved alongside Affirmed with more than 7 furlongs to go. For more than 3/4 of a mile, the two colts raced neck and neck, pulling away from the rest of the field. Alydar got his nose in front at mid-strectch, but just as Affirmed appeared to tire, Cauthen went to a left-handed whip, something he had never done before in his 8 trips aboard Affirmed. And at the finish, it was Affirmed by a nose to become racing's 11th Triple Crown winner. After the third slowest start in Belmont Stakes history, they raced the fastest last mile in Belmont Stakes history, and finished in 2:26 4/5, the third fastest Belmont, at the time, behind Secretariat and Gallant Man.

2''

Super Bowl Time

2010-02-07T13:15:00.003-05:00

Gatorade Color to be dumped on winning coach: Orange 5:1 W
Carrie Underwood over 1:42 National Anthem W
Saints +5 W

Happy Holidays

2009-12-25T12:42:00.005-05:00

Your wrong, I'm not at some lavish exotic island or some rustic cab-mansion skiing on my privately owned mountain. I spend my holidays with the ones that once 'privately owned' this land. After donating some serious money to the Cherokee PowWow Kids with Dad's that Own Casinos Fund, I was comped a free bull ride.

FREE PICK WINNER:

Cavs +6

Hope all is well,

''2

2009-12-11T19:47:00.001-05:00

Roll Tide

2009-12-05T15:25:00.002-05:00

Alabama +6

Over 41

Roll with the Tide, Roll with Sarah

Happy Hollidays

-AC4

Turkey's, Pies, Winners

2009-11-26T11:15:00.002-05:00

Packers -10.5

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Posted Total

Christmas Come Early

2009-11-12T10:41:00.002-05:00

Forget the recent criticism, Christmas has come early. Grab a Miller High Life, get out the Santa Costume, and watch the points pile up between Rutgers and South Florida tonight. The only thing hotter than this pick is Erin Andrews roaming the sidelines, so tune in if just for that. Take the over.

USF/Ruters Over 45

AC4 OUT

AC IV's new GF

2009-11-06T12:28:00.001-05:00

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=4628040&categoryid=2378529

Where's Rick?

2009-10-22T11:26:00.005-04:00

Where in the hell is Rick? It's a question looming over the minds of loyal readers, experienced handicappers, Las Vegas sportsbooks, and Eva Longoria. Is he on a sabbatical? Did he succumb to the financial pressure of making millions? Or is he, in the words of Jay-Z, "smiling on haters and wildin' out in Vegas"?

I don't have the answer, but what I can tell you is that I've been receiving mysterious text messages lately from his bbm. "Up 8 dimes at Bellagio", "rollin 7's on the come-out at the Wynn", and my personal favorite: "You gotta see the tits on Mark Cuban's girlfriend".

Is Rick in Vegas? Possibly. Banging gold-digger wives in Lonestar state? Maybe. My guess: He is fed up with degenerate gamblers clinging to the coattails of Eytwoinch, Skywalker, Churchill, Rockwell, and himself, then bad-mouthing the experts when 1 out of 4 picks don't hit. Most likely, though, Rick is stacking paper in Monte Carlo figuring out whose gonna cover tonight.

The Pick: Under 49 North Carolina/FSU. UNC has the number 5 ranked defense in the country, and their offense checks in somewhere around 116 out of 119 division 1 teams. Don't over think it, don't analyze it. Just bet it.

Swagger Up

Go West Young Man

2009-10-17T10:25:00.003-04:00

California girls are sluts. In the Golden State a blowjob (oral sex performed upon the penis) is like a handshake.

I like the Pac-10 because the players are fast and the girls are slutty.

The picks:

Cal -3.5
Stanford +4
Washington -6.5
USC -10

James V. Rockwell

Post Deleted due to inappropriate content.

2009-10-10T11:45:00.005-04:00

Still a Loss

The Clintons and The Birds

2009-10-07T12:14:00.003-04:00

Just got back from the North Carolina coast after spending the past two weeks with associates and clients at my house on Figure Eight Island. Spent a nice day deep sea fishing with close friend Bill Clinton (Hillary stayed at home) and later played some 3 on 3 with my associate and business partner Larry Bird. Both of these great Americans vacation on the Eight.

When you stack paper with the greatest high rollers in North America you must do it with class. Fried shrimp and scallops with a 24 ounce budweiser? No Sir. Massachusetts soft-shell lobster with a sea urchin bisque and Chilean bass sauteed with gaeta olives, shallots, and a sun-dried tomato sherry coulis. Of course any elegant dish must be paired with a select wine.

The Pick: Sauvignon Blanc Patient-Cottat “Vieilles Vignes,” Sancerre ‘07

The small fork is the salad fork,

James V. Rockwell

Sunday Funday

2009-10-04T11:59:00.002-04:00

Sunday Schedule:
Wake Up
Breakfast on the Veranda made by my chef Umberto
Picking Winners
Making Money

Hope your day includes at least 3 out of the 4 above.
Take the Titans -3 against the Jags.

Thanks for dropping by,
AC4

How to eat a Reece's Peanut Butter cup

2009-10-03T11:51:00.004-04:00

While Picking Winners!

First Ever WPW Teaser:
Vtech -9.5/UVA +20

Good luck!

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All My Rowdy Friends Are Here on Monday Night

2009-09-28T20:05:00.002-04:00

Just got back from Vegas, and I must say the Mayweather family were quite the hosts. Loved the southern hospitality I received even in the Sin City. The flight home was even more eventful, as Skywalker put some frequent flyer miles on his 'mile-high club voucher'. Southwest really does have the most knowledgeable flight attendants in the business. Truly great brains.

Alas on to the pick.

Nine points is way to many to give to a veteran team like the Carolina Panthers. Delhomme and the boys will rise to the challenge and stay well within the line.

Call my a homer, but Panthers get the cover.

Cardiac Cats +9

Revenge Will Be Had

2009-09-27T05:21:00.006-04:00

Since 1865, The South, the State of Georgia, and the City of Atlanta in particular has been seeking revenge on the north. Today, the complete realization of this retribution for General Sherman's "March to the Sea" and the torching of Atlanta will come to fruition as the Falcons go to Foxborough, Massachusetts to vindicate the ruthlessness of the Union troops many years ago.

Matt Ryan's return to New England will be a good one.

The Pick: Falcons +4.5

James V. Rockwell

"When you're rich you don't write checks . . . Straight Cash Homie . . . . nah cause it ain't shit. It ain't nothing but ten grand, whats ten grand to me? It ain't shit. Next time I might shake my dick."

"I'd like to make a bet."

2009-09-26T10:22:00.004-04:00

Fat people disgust me. There are two steps:

Don't eat.
Workout.

Maybe even throw up every once in a while. If you get light headed, eat a cucumber slice. I wont look at girls that weigh more than 120. This is, of course, a negotiable number. It depends on the weight distribution. If the poundage is in your tits, the threshold is adjusted. If the poundage is in your legs, you're balled. You can do it. Shoot for the stars:

The ACC is skinny, and that is why I love it.

Rick's Picks:
GT -2.5
Under 45 (UNC vs. GT)
NC State PK
Boston College -1
Clemson -2.5
Miami-2.5
USC -45

Rick

Breaking News

2009-09-25T19:55:00.005-04:00

I am the cure for narcolepsy.

Even though they misspell their mascot (wolf pack), take Nevada +4.5 first half.

Rick

James V. Rockwell (The V. is for Vanderbilt)

2009-09-25T10:03:00.003-04:00

I am writing to introduce myself as the newest member of the WPW crew. Formerly a high profile Investment Banker, I bring a plethora of experience and integrity to We Pick Winners. Hedge Funds, son. My political clout is ripe and my public speaking skills rival even the most eloquent of gamers.

In the words of my associates Michael Jordan: "There is no "I" in Team, but there is in Win," Jay-Z: "He who practices the most is most prepared to win," and Terrell Owens: “Like I always said, if I'm one of the top players in the game, pay me like I'm one of the top players in the game.”

James V. Rockwell

"Loafersansocks, Oxford Buttondowns, Chinos, and Wayfarers"

We Pick Winners...

2009-09-22T12:09:00.001-04:00

This kid did not.

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Sunday Bloody Sunday

2009-09-19T21:09:00.006-04:00

I want to give a shout out to our Brazilian readers that hail from the great city of Barueri. I never dreamed that WPW would have international followers, but it doesn't surprise me. When you pick more than 2/3 winners, clients will flock. Thanks for reading.

I talked to a WPW contact here in Charlotte that works and travels with the Carolina Panthers, he also attends all their practices. I argued that last week's debacle was just a bad day for Delhomme and that he would bounce back. He told me that Jake looked the worst he has ever looked during practice this past week after the game and said that he thought the Panthers would get destroyed. The more I look at this game and think about what my contact told me, the more I like the Falcons.

Good for you Peter, good for you.

Rick's Picks:
NY Jets +4
New Orleans -1
Atlanta -6
San Fran -1
Cincinnati +8

May the best of your todays be the worst of your tomorrows.

Rick

Saturday

2009-09-19T11:40:00.004-04:00

Welcome players-- We didn't get the job done last night with Fresno, ohh well. No time for analysis today. I'll be out of the office today attending to family matters. This post may not be updated and I still have not finalized all of my plays; however, here's what's good so far:

Minnesota +14
Arizona +4.5
Oregon -5
Arkansas -2
Michigan State +10.5

As always, good luck and God bless

Jon B

Mechanism=Cleared

2009-09-19T11:23:00.011-04:00

I got a text message last night at 3 am: 'come here.' Coming from a girl with which I once enjoyed regular coitus, I entertained the possibility of bumping familiar uglies. I told her to come to my place. Women never tell me where to come, unless it includes a body part or fish tank. Nonetheless, my mechanism is cleared.

I feel fresh, rejuvenated, and ready to pick winners from my new Charlotte office. I don't love this Tennessee line, but Skywalker does. Stay tuned for more WPW picks throughout the afternoon.

Rick's Picks:
UNC -7.5
Army -8.5
NC State -31

May the best of your todays be the worst of your tomorrows.

Rick

Straight on that Fire

2009-09-18T23:35:00.006-04:00

Quick post as the WPW team has to board the red-eye to Vegas at RDU in an hour. Noisewater scored rooms from the one of our biggest clients, known simply in Gambling circles as"Big Money Don". We will be in Sin City until mid-week sitting ringside with the Mayweather family tomorrow night as the "original swag-team king" goes for another knockout.

A post wouldn't be complete, however, without a complimentary winner.

Lane Kiffin isn't going to be the only one 'singing rocky top' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaVaUpelPmc. WPW and our loyal readers will be singing the Volunteer Fight Song straight to the bank.

Tenn Vols + 30

Late-Breaking Play

2009-09-18T19:03:00.002-04:00

Welcome Players--Thanks to all who joined on Thursday, as we won with the Miami Hurricanes. I don't know how long my win sheet is for Thursday night, but it's long and extensive. I love these Friday-night games. I hope we all can enjoy this one.

Fresno St. +8
Not much of a statistical play; however, I've got some good technical indicators pointing to Fresno State as the right play for Friday night. Enjoy your weekend.

As always, good luck and God bless.

Jonny B.

Alabama Fans are the Best

2009-09-18T13:18:00.005-04:00

Rick

Thursday Night CFB

2009-09-16T18:03:00.006-04:00

Welcome Players-- Thanks to all who joined on my Monday-night winner with the Bills, as they easily covered the number and should have won outright if it wasn't for a complete meltdown. Ohh well, screw 'em, we got the cover, and we got the cash. On to Thursday night, which I must say I absolutely own. Having a solid winning Thursday always sets the table for a favorable weekend. I am releasing my Thursday night play early.

Miami Hurricanes -3.5
I've said it before, Miami is the most talented team in the ACC. In comes Ga Tech, who will be playing their third game in 18 days. Ga Tech is a very good team, with a very unique offense--the triple option. However, Miami has had 11 days to prepare for the option attack and, furthermore, Miami has a nice little revenge factor as they were humiliated in Atlanta LY. I look for the athleticism of the Canes' D to handle Tech's running attack. All signs point to Miami as the right play on Thursday night. Play the Canes, and enjoy the game.

**I've isolated a unique game for this weekend that I will be releasing soon. Check back for updates on this game**

I've enjoyed our early successes, and may there be many more.

As always, good luck and God bless.

-Jon B.

MNF

2009-09-14T14:37:00.004-04:00

I just got back from Vegas, where yours truly cleaned up going 11-3 over the weekend. The sportsbook manager, Jeff, congratulated me on the weekend and offered a personal invitation to their NFL handicappers' tournament next year. I may take Jeff up on his offer, but I much prefer the college game. However, tonight I have isolated a NFL line that is skewed.

Bills +12.5
Okay, sure the Patriots are good but not 12.5 good. Just too many points for a QB coming off an injury and has not played a reg. season game in a year. This is not the same NE team that everyone remembers from two years ago...that's right, it was two years ago when they were dominating teams. The defense is down, the offensive line gave up 48 sacks LY...just too many points. If you wait, you may be able to get 13 or more. I feel that the Bills have the ability to keep it close and will keep it close. Be a contrarian, and play the Bills.

As always, good luck and God bless.

Jon B.

......

2009-09-12T14:27:00.007-04:00

Hungover.

Bigfoot in Vegas.

WPW Charlotte office is open.

Rick's Pick:

Murray State +41

Rick

Trust WPW, Not the Question Mark: The Real Way to Make Money

2009-09-11T19:59:00.004-04:00

On a recent trip to the District of Columbia, I was on Capitol Hill meeting with a few of my political colleagues and loyal WPW readers when I came across the filming of a late night infomercial. It made me think of what some of the deprived people in this country are being exposed to on the television. You may not be familiar with Matthew Lesko, but I am sure you have all heard of the “Guy in the Question Mark Suit”. He claims to have various secrets about ways to get free money from the government and how to become rich overnight. I am here to tell you, this is all ridiculous propaganda garbage and the real secret in this country is WPW. I just can’t find it in me to trust somebody the prances around looking like this:

For my pick I am going to go with the Demon Deacons to bounce back with a big W against Stanford. The Deacs are at home in BB&T Stadium and they have one of the best coaches in the nation in Jim Grobe. He will definitely have his team and veteran quarterback Riley Skinner prepared and ready to go after a close loss last weekend. Take the black and gold.

WF -3

2 Patron shots and a Gin and Tonic,
Anderson Churchill IV

"No such thing as bad press"

2009-09-10T13:30:00.003-04:00

New York Times:

BY MICHELLE KAUFMAN

MKAUFMAN@MIAMIHERALD.COM

NEW YORK -- Melanie Oudin's family showed up at Arthur Ashe Stadium with new friend and world famous Handicapper Tom Eytwoinch in matching black and yellow ``WPW'' T-shirts. A star-studded crowd was prepared to propel the gutsy Georgia teenager to the semifinals. `The Spunkmeister'' fully expected to pull off another upset.

As I have done the past 17 years of my life. The Sunday before Labor Day the WPW Jet (WPW 5317) flew me to New York’s La Guardia International Airport. In years past I have sat with the likes of Arthur Ashe, Anna Kournikova, John McEnroe ,and Anderson Churchill III ...... but this year it was hard to turn down a spot in Melanie Oudin’s box. Her family then let me sit with them to watch her matches. I normally don't catch the first couple rounds however, Oudin and John Isner payed such high dividends in early the rounds I graced the Open with my presence.

Pick: Gtech/Clemson under 45

Your Welcome,

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Labor Day Picks

2009-09-07T11:27:00.002-04:00

Welcome players to the 7th and final day of the fiscal week. Thanks to all who joined on my winning weekend as I went 4-2 on Saturday. However, we must still tread lightly. Perceptions are beginning to build off of week one, as I saw in the matter of minutes USC move from a -3.5 point favorite to a 6.5 pt favorite over Ohio State this weekend. This is what you like to see. People beginning to think they have an idea of a team's overall strength, but are just basing it on their last few performances. Nonetheless, let's try to make a little cash on Monday.

Rutgers -4.5
This Rutgers team could be a surprise this year. At 4-1 to win the Big East, they know they are right in the hunt of things. They return a healthy offensive line and a solid core of defensive players. The only question mark is at quarterback. The Scarlet Knights may use up to three quarterbacks in today's game--wow! Who cares. The Scarlet Knights just finished the most grueling off-season they have been through. Greg's boys were put through "hell" as one player described it. This afternoon's game sold out to students is 25 minutes, the second quickest of all time. I think the fans are ready for this game, and I know the players are, too. If Rutgers can shut down a better-than-average offense from Cincinnati, I see them covering the small number. I'm playing Rutgers over a depleted Cincinnati team.

Miami +7 (-120)
I think this is tremendous line value for what I believe is the better team. Since 2000, only one time has the favorite covered the number (2001). And only once since 2000 has the final score been decided by double digits (2001 Miami had one of the best college football teams of all time and they won the game by 22 points, covering the eight-point spread). I think Miami is the most talented team in the ACC, but with a killer schedule who knows how far they can go. However, if they want to go far, they need to take care of business today. I'm playing the Miami Hurricanes to give FSU all they want today and cover the 7. If your book has it at 6.5, pay the extra juice and buy up to 7.

Little-known fact: Bigfoot wore a size 10.

As always, good luck and God bless,
Jonathan Bigfoot

"I Never Panicked" - JI

2009-09-06T19:13:00.010-04:00

Dear Andy,
Suck it.

Sincerely,

Rick

P.S. - You're a douche.

Opening Weekend

2009-09-04T22:22:00.003-04:00

Welcome Players-- Opening weekend is not the time you look to kill the books. It is a time to watch, listen, and learn. However, there are still plenty of valuable games to bet, but you never try to "break the bank" on the first weekend. I am still performing my due dilligence: building my power rankings, watching the lines, establishing new sources as well as rekindling old ones, watching, listening, reading, thinking, perceiving, forecasting, projecting, and smiling. Always keep a smile on your face and, during games, never throw golf clubs or cell phones--they didn't do anything wrong. Okay, I've got a tee-time at 8:30 tomorrow morning with the Pink Panther, High-tech Teddy, and a TBD player. I don't know if I will have time to update this page tomorrow.

The Picks (Tread Lightly for now): As I did last year, I do not give out the weight of my plays, as those are reserved for my private clientele. One can still make money with a losing record, if their plays are properly weighted. I will tell you to tread lightly in the first few weeks. Usually, commoners win in the first few weeks, and then the sharps move in after their periodic good fortune. I look forward to the season. I hope it is filled with winners.

Navy +22
Nevada +14.5
BYU +22.5
Baylor +2.5
Toledo +10.5
Auburn -13

As always, good luck and God bless.

Jon B.

It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint

2009-09-04T15:14:00.006-04:00

What a day yesterday was.
I think I still have a buzz.
Don't remember much, damn it was fun.
72 degrees, and mostly sun.

BBQ, Beer, Bourbon, Bitches, Music, and SUV's.
When you're WPW, you do as you please.
The under? What a lock.
Our tailgate was rife with young talent looking for a stiff cock:

Best of luck,

Noisewater

Standing on the Edge of a Season

2009-09-02T20:01:00.018-04:00

Whats that saying? "Give them an inch and they want the whole mile." That's why I give them 6.25 inches, leaving them wanting the other 4.

The college football season starts Thursday night in Raleigh, where the students are hoping to white out Carter-Finley. I don't like much about this line (-5); but I do like the under, which has been teetering between 46 and 47. I am predicting a 24-20 final.

Kicking off the NCAA football season,
RICK'S PICK:

South Carolina vs. State Under 47

The WPW crew will be tailgating outside Carter-Finley all day. WPW will have 3 tents, 6 SUV's, Loud music, Cornhole, pig shoulders, burgers, fixin's, and a myriad of social lubricants and sluts. Feel free to stop by if you are rich/my friend/famous/hot/down to do some crazy shit. Otherwise, stay common.

Rick

Clearing the mechanism

2009-09-01T18:15:00.003-04:00

Welcome players. Today, I want to talk about a very crucial element of picking winners--clearing the mechanism. A term made popular in the blockbuster film, For Love of the Game. Nobody, and I mean nobody, can pick winners with a cluttered mind or a cluttered room. For the latter, I suggest a Dyson. However, the prior is a little bit more personal. Rick and I had a "huddle" last night at Christie's. May I thank Luaren for our wonderful experience; and trust me, the mechanisms have been cleared. Like Pedro Cerrano bashing the ball,, you must be "free and clear" to pick consistent winners. It doesn't matter how you get into the frame of mind, but you must get there to be a winner. The season is just hours away, and before you place any wagers, remember the equation:
Clean room + Clear mind= Winners.

As always, good luck and God bless,
Jonny B.

WPW College Football Predictions

2009-09-01T15:57:00.011-04:00

PW

NCSU 8-4
UNC 8-4
Wake 7-5
Duke 3-9

She's pumped, you should be too!!!

2''

Anticipation

2009-08-30T20:06:00.002-04:00

Just got finished reading this to the children, thought I would share this timeless Old North State poem with our loyal readers.

Twas the week before football, when all through the house
Not a Gamecock was stirring, not even Steve Spurrier
Carter Finley was manicured with persistent care
In hopes that Nate Irving soon would be there

The tailgaters were nestled all snug around their kegs
While visions of Trinity Lot danced in their heads
And O'Brien in his kerchief, and Butch in his cap.
Had just slammed their clipboards after an Owen Spencer gaffe

When out on the field their arose such a clatter
Russell Wilson sprang from under center to see what was the matter
Away to the sideline he he flew like a flash
Tore open the playbook and scrambled down the right hash

The moon on the breast of the new Kenan Stadium
Gave the lustre of mid-day to the Dean-Dome below
When what to my wondering eyes should appear
But Marvin Austin and eight tiny Tarheels

With a little old offense, so lively and quick
I knew in a moment it wasn't Hakeem Nicks
More rapid then TJ Graham his coursers they came
And he whislted and shouted and called them by name

Now Willie(Young)!, Now, Quan(Sturdivant)! now, Kendric(Burney), and Toney(Baker)!
On, Jamelle(Eugene)! On, Shaun(Draghun)! on Deandre(Morgan) and Bruce(Carter)!
To the top of the endzone, to the top of the stands!
Now salute all the fans! Salute the fans! Salute them all!

As the dry leaves before the wildcat formation fly
When they meet with an obstacle, and Vick points to the sky
So up to the press box the reporters they flew
With a Heisman trophy, and Tim Tebow too

And then in a twinkling I heard on Vaughn Towers roof
The prancing and pawing of each little wolf
As I drew in my head and was turning around
Down the chimney Armanti Edwards came with a lawn mower and a bound

He was dressed in all black, from his dreads to his gashed foot
And his rock-a-wear was tarnished with ashes and soot
And a bundle of Boone-Goons he had flung on his back
And he looked like a Mountainer, just opening his pack

He was skinny and slight, a right scrappy young elf
And Michigan laughed when they saw him in spite of themselves
A flick of his wrist and a twist of his head
Soon the Big House to knew, they were nothing but dead

He spoke not a word, but went straight to the huddle
And he filled all the news-clippings, then turned with a muddle
And laying his finger aside of his nose
And giving a nod, down I-40 he rose

He sprang to his bench, to his team gave a whistle,
And gave them the business like Ron Cherry's missle
But I heard him exclaim 'ere he ran out of sight'
Merry Football to all, and to all a good night!

NFL Preseason Pick

2009-08-28T21:41:00.009-04:00

I don't usually like investing in preseason games, but I see an edge, and I am taking it. Take the Steelers -3 first half against the Bills Saturday.

Mike Tomlin stated: "The first-team offense and defense played only five series apiece in the preseason games against Arizona and Washington. The starters will play at least the first half tomorrow and then only a series or two next week at Carolina." Here is the article.

Rick's Pick:
Steelers -3 first half

Noisewater

(paper toss)

US Open - Rick's Picks

2009-08-28T15:26:00.016-04:00

The US Open starts Monday. The "Pick Winner" bets look enticing. But consider the source, I am like a 79 year-old fat ass at the K&W buffet line when it comes to gambling- it all looks good.

Federer (-110) looks like he finally has his swagger back after winning in Madrid, the French Open, and Wimbledon. He looks the best he has looked in years. He is the obvious favorite, as he is seeking his sixth straight US Open win. At -110, it is a safe bet that lacks great value.

Nadal (+400) entered back into competition this month after two months off due to tendinitis in both knees. Nadal is Mr. Freeze to Federer's Batman. If he can make it to the late rounds, he could cause Federer some trouble. I am skeptical. I don't think he can make it to the final rounds in less than peak condition while going up against the world's greatest.

I like Roddick's (+1100) chances in this tournament. He is in great shape, and he is pissed off from the Wimbledon. I think +1100 this is great value. Andy, tell Brooklyn I said I'm sorry for that UTI I gave her last summer. On my list of people that piss me off, Roddick falls just behind Nancy Grace.

Andy Murray (+285) I don't think this is good enough value to bet. He could prove me wrong, but I doubt it. I am Rick and I pick winners.

Tennis Phenom John Isner is a good friend of the WPW team. Growing up down the street from him, I know what this guy is capable of. I do not expect him to win the open, as he is coming off mono and a sore ankle in the past months. In his first round he is playing the 28th seed Romanian Hanescu. Look for good value in this match. As always, the WPW team will be rooting for Greensboro native Isner.

In summary, I expect Federer to win. At -110, there isn't much value in the bet, but he is the likely victor. I also like the value in the +1100 Roddick bet. And as always, be on the look out for good value in Isner's matches.

Stay tuned to WPW for more US Open picks throughout the tournament.

Rick

Why so Sirius?

2009-08-24T17:11:00.016-04:00

Public Release: WPW's wholly-owned subsidiary, WPW Investment Funds, has taken an aggressive financial position in Sirius XM Corp. (Ticker: SIRI). WPW and its family of investors have taken a 13.2% ownership stake in the struggling satellite-entertainment corporation, purchasing shares at $.50.

One of WPW's esteemed partners, Bigfoot, brought this opportunity to the attention of the WPW family in an investment 'huddle.' In these huddles, the partners and high net worth clients of WPW investment funds deliberate important issues in the markets and potential investment opportunities. Although highly leveraged, WPW believes it will eventually flourish like Eytwoinch's pubic hair.

WPW gave this advice to our highest net-worth clients first, then our lower net worth (<$10MM), and now to you lemmings... Be grateful.

Noisewater

Wyndham Championship

2009-08-20T09:00:00.003-04:00

Welcome players. I'm in town for the annual Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club. The firm has provided luxurious accommodations at Grandover Resort only seconds away. Furthermore, the firm has generously offered private VIP tents and viewing areas on holes 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18. So, if you happen to be in the area, drop by one of the many WPW hospitality tents for free beverages, food, and picks. If you get lost, please reference one of the many signs we have put up around the course guiding you in the right direction.

Sure, there will be a lot of great golf being played during the week. But our intent at the Wyndham is two-fold. One, network with our clients; and, two, network with our sources. We've been in this game long enough to know it's not what you know, it's who you know. And, over recent years, only one company has been better at networking than WPW.

Enjoy your day, your weekend, and the football season. We hope to see you on the course.

Long and straight without any 8's,
Bigfoot