Happy May 1. Well, if you like sports, your weekend is here. From the “fastest 2 minutes in sports” to the “Fight of the Century” to young football player’s dreams coming true, it’s all here for you! So let’s get started…
It all started last night with Round 1 of the NFL Draft in Chi-town. No big trades, and not so sure about the QB’s selected, but who cares, the NFL 2015 season is officially underway! And that’s just the beginning. We’ve got 3 more days of extensive coverage coming. The NFL Draft is a beautiful thing (especially after a long long winter) and brings hope to every Hip Daddy Household…will this be the year for your team? The Draft exudes promise, possibility, inspiration, and perseverance…all things for the Hip Daddy to talk to his children about. So turn it on, bring in the kids, and watch some of the Draft.
If you’ve never gone to the Derby, put it on your bucket list right about now! It is an amazing day of gigantic decorated hats, celebs, rowdy over-served Kentuckyians (thanks to the Mint Julep), and of course beautiful and fast horses. Thanks to our own Hip Daddy, the Hip Daddy team was fortunate to have attended the Derby numerous times while growing up. Betting $2 per race was extremely exciting and the sights and sounds kept us constantly stimulated…and let’s not forget the year we met ZZ Top, or the year our Hip Daddy dressed up as if he was Don Johnson (yes, that Miami Vice Don.) The memories are forever. Our Hip Daddy Favorites to win it all on Saturday…
This year, given the horse racing season to date, we are not going with the favorite “American Pharoah.” Instead, we are liking “Carpe Diem”, you can’t go wrong with a name like that. And if you have an undefeated horse in the running like “Dortmund”, you need to consider. And yes, “International Star” has iconic Gary Stevens as his jockey which means a win is not out of the question. The Run for the Roses is a true gem. Watch it. And yes, it will only take 2 minutes of your time.
Manny vs. Floyd. Finally. They made it happen. With people calling it the Fight of the Century, that means you likely need to watch it…boxing fan or not. Although we here at Hip Daddy HQ think the whole boxing Pay-Per-View thing is an archaic and money-hungry practice, it is what it is, so order it on up. And given the late PST time and likely violence that will ensue (these boys punch hard), you probably want to watch this one without the kids…#justsayin. Who do we like to win it all in Vegas? Although we are rooting for Floyd (despite his entourage), we think the scrappy and determined Manny will come out on top. Let it begin…
So there you have it. A true Hip Daddy Approved sports weekend all around. Rest up, and tune in. Oh, and let’s not forget the NBA and NHL playoffs are in full swing…your weekend just got even busier! Enjoy.