Fire up the grill and the conversation today.
Smokin’ hot,
The Last Night’s Game Team
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Sumo Wrestling
While visiting Japan, President Trump awarded the "United States President's Cup," a 60-pound trophy for an award that was made up just for his visit. Even as the honorary guest, he broke some sumo protocol including sitting in chairs instead of the traditional zabuton (a cushion on the floor) and wearing shoes into the sacred sumo ring. KONICHIWA
Overtime
Breaking hearts everywhere, Houston Texans’ star J.J. Watt (NFL – National Football League) is off the market. This weekend, he popped the question to his professional soccer player girlfriend, Kealia Ohai, with an oceanfront proposal. TACKLING MARRIAGE
Sideline Stat
It only seemed fitting in their send-off game on Memorial Day weekend, that the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team showed the world what a true hero looks like. World War II veteran, Pete DuPré, 96, played the national anthem on his harmonica before the game. The women’s team is headed off to the Women’s World Cup in France, which starts next week. RESPECT
Coaches’ Corner
Starting tonight, the St. Louis Blues will take on the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Finals (NHL – National Hockey League). The teams competing in the NBA (National Basketball Association) Finals have also been set. The Toronto Raptors will be headed to their first ever finals appearance, sending Canada into a tizzy. Starting Thursday, they will play the Golden State Warriors, which are playing in their fifth finals. GOING GLOBAL