The Sports World Unites

It's amazing to see how a tragedy such as the Boston Marathon bombing can bring together not only the nation, but the sports world. There has been an outpouring of support from organizations outside of Boston showing their support.  The very next morning, The Chicago Tribune gave tribute with their front page of sports to Boston. 

Even the bitter rivals, The New York Yankees sang "Sweet Caroline" at the end of the 3rd inning (a tradition for Red Sox faithful during home game). And the fans even got more into showing their support with signage.  Never in a million years would I have thought you would see something that says "Yankee Fans Love Boston", but it happened. 

Perhaps the biggest outpouring from the sports world came the Boston Bruins last night.  The whole crowd joined in on singing the national anthem.  If you haven't seen the video yet circulating on multiple social media platforms do so now!  Sports seems to have a way to forget about what is happening between the lines and remember what is truly important, and the Boston bombing is just another example. 

The Tradegy of the Boston Marathon

What is suppose to be known as one of the great running spectacles in the US turned tragic Monday morning when 3 explosions occurred near the finish line.  According to reports there are 3 dead and over 120 injured.  It sickens me to see this happen.

Where there is suppose to be sweat from the long 26.2 mile run turned into blood and tears late Monday afternoon.  This tragedy is one of those events you will remember where you were.  It makes me start to wonder what is going on in the world, and if we are safe anywhere!  Those spectators that were out to watch some of the best athletes in the world will be no longer able say "I love you" anymore.  Events like this really make you sit back on your life and reflect how blessed we have it.

Lost in the shuffle of the tragedy was that the Boston Marathon was the two winners of the race.  On the women's side was Rita Jeptoo with a final time of 2:26.25.  Running in his only second ever marathon, Lelisa Desisa Benti from Ethiopia won with a final of 2:10.22

Thoughts and prayers go out to those involved in the explosions.