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Kyle Dalton

Sports Editor

About

Kyle Dalton began covering sports in 1992 after he graduated from the University of Texas school of journalism. He published his book Burned Orange: Tom Penders and 10 Years at the University of Texas in 2000, and joined Sportscasting in 2020. Kyle expertly covers the NFL, NASCAR, and NCAA football. Kyle finds inspiration in the unscripted drama of sports, the compelling journeys and life stories of the athletes who play the games, and he enjoys reading the work of Mitch Albom. He is a rabid consumer of all sports on all platforms: TV, Twitter, podcasts, live events, and more.

Articles by Kyle Dalton (2305)

Sammy Sosa Estranged From Cubs for Years; Expects to Return in Near Future

Sammy Sosa is synonymous with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs, however, have distanced themselves from the former slugger. Sosa expects that will change soon.

Kyle Dalton  •  15 Jun 2020
Where Is Steroids Mastermind and BALCO Founder Victor Conte Today?

Victor Conte was at the center of the MLB steroid scandal as founder and president of BALCO. He went to prison. Where is Victor Conte today?

Kyle Dalton  •  14 Jun 2020
Roger Maris Was Terrified and Tormented During Home Run Record Chase

Roger Maris eclipsed Babe Ruth with 61 home runs in 1961. Unfortunately, Maris endured great fear and tremendous pain before and after breaking the record.

Kyle Dalton  •  14 Jun 2020
Jessica Eye Fended off Death and Her Father to Get to Where She Is Today

Jessica Eye’s history is filled with pain—both physical and mental. Despite those early struggles, she’s managed to overcome them and become a top women’s fighter in the UFC.

Kyle Dalton  •  13 Jun 2020
Cynthia Calvillo Inspired Each Fight by Family Member Who Died Years Ago

Cynthia Calvillo is stepping up in weight class and taking on the flyweight’s No. 1 contender on short notice. Despite that, she’s confident because she has a special angel watching over her.

Kyle Dalton  •  13 Jun 2020
Drew Brees Doesn’t Deserve a Free Pass and His Past History Reveals Why

Drew Brees set off a firestorm of controversy with his remarks on players kneeling. After heavy criticism, he apologized. Unfortunately, this isn’t the first time the Saints quarterback’s positions and comments have raised eyebrows.

Kyle Dalton  •  13 Jun 2020
University of Texas Longhorn Athletes Demand Dumping School Song and Renaming Campus Buildings

As the racial injustice conversation grows louder, the University of Texas Longhorn athletes are voicing their demands that the school make changes including dropping the school song and renaming campus buildings.

Kyle Dalton  •  13 Jun 2020
The Tragic Death of 1996 NL MVP Ken Caminiti

Former NL MVP Ken Caminiti’s admission to steroid use was the first domino to fall. It blew open the case of steroid use in baseball. Unfortunately, those weren’t the only drugs Caminiti was putting in his body.

Kyle Dalton  •  12 Jun 2020
Pete Carroll and the NFL Want Colin Kaepernick to Go Away

Pete Carroll said he regrets not signing Colin Kaepernick in 2017. Then why not do it now? Because Pete Carroll and the NFL want Colin Kaepernick to go away. Their actions speak louder than words.

Kyle Dalton  •  12 Jun 2020
What Is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Net Worth?

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is one of the NBA’s greatest players. After he retired in 1989, he’s been very successful as a writer, actor, and activist. What is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s net worth?

Kyle Dalton  •  12 Jun 2020