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Boy Can That Girl Run! | The Ten Most Exciting Seconds In Televised Horse Racing History
Anyone who was lucky enough to have tuned into ESPN on Saturday afternoon (approximately 4:50 pm on November 7) witnessed the most exciting 10 seconds of televised sports programming in the history of satellite TV.
With all the great sports coverage on DISH Network's channel lineup, we rarely miss a minute of action. Fortunately, we had the set turned to ESPN in time for the Breeder's Cup.
The start of the race could have unnerved many of the engertic, type-A thoroughbreds that generally take part in horse racing's most elite showdowns. As the final horse was being lead into the starting gate, he balked, pulled and kicked. A last-ditch attempt to mask him and put him into the gate failed. With the jockey bailing and the horse crashing through the front of his gate, the pair was scratched from the event. Fortunately, neither was injured in the mishap.
All other horses were unloaded, quickly reloaded and then they were off. The one and only mare in the group, 5 year old Zenyatta, had been talked about extensively when she first set her hoofs down at this male-dominated venue. Her unbeaten record for the year had resulted from races against other girls, and she was the only filly to run in the Breeder's Cup.
Starting out at the back of the pack, the fleet footed filly startled onlookers by hanging back. The ESPN announcer shouted more than once, "Zenyatta is dead last!" But that didn't last for long. Just past the mid-point she made her move. Seasoned jockey Mike Smith directed his girl up the outside. Zenyatta swiftly flew to the middle of the pack, gaining ground on her competition with every stride.
The entire audience (in person and in TV-viewing homes across the country) eruputed in jubilant cheers as she raced across the finish line, taking the Breeder's Cup victory and making horse racing history. The headlining filly is the second girl this year to take a top title in this male-dominated sport. Rachel Alexandra ran away with the win in the '09 Preakness. Boy, those girls can run!
48 Hours Of VOD|DISH Network Introduces 48-Hour DISH On Demand
If you love Hollywood blockbuster movies, then you already know that DISH Network channels offer the best selection of first-run movies like The Narrows, Angels & Demons, and The Taking of Pelham 1-2-3. You also get to watch them on your schedule because they’re on demand.
What you might not know is that you now get twice the viewing time on many selected satellite TV movies. That’s right, DISH Network introduces 48-Hour On Demand, which gives you 48 hours to view some of the best movies ever made, all at no additional cost. This is a great DISH Network deal and includes many of today’s hottest on-demand programs.
Included in any Classic programming package is 48-Hour On Demand, which means you not only have access to thousands of the most sought after on-demand movies and television shows, you now have twice as long to watch them. Time to make some popcorn and see what’s on! You'll always find a great assortment of entertainment option with DISH Network's special deals!
The Steve and Alec Show| Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin To Host 2010 Oscars
Honestly, it's impossible to imagine a better night at the Academy Awards that what’s on tap for the 2010 installment. Legendary comedian, Steve Martin, and current star of NBC’s 30 Rock, Alec Baldwin, have been tapped to co-host the 82nd installment if this iconic awards show.
The Oscars are set to air on ABC, which is fortunate if you’re a DISH Network subscriber. Current DISH Network specials include all your local channels, so no matter where you live in the country you’ll be able to watch these two Hollywood legends host what will no doubt be the highest rated awards show in history.
Let’s just hope the show’s producers enlist Baldwin’s 30 Rock cohort, Tina Fey, to lead their writing team!
Feast On An NFL Triple Header On Thanksgiving Day | Save Room For Some Football!
Football is as much of Thanksgiving Day traditions as turkey and candied yams. The major TV networks don’t disappoint this year, showcasing three exciting must-watch games. Be sure to check out the fast-paced NFL coverage with DISH Network TV sports.
You can sleep in and still catch the first game (12:30 ET). FOX will air the matchup between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. Meeting in Detroit, the game is the 19th time these two teams have squared off on Thanksgiving. Exciting NFL action and access to great sports coverage is always available on DISH Network channels.
The afternoon game features the love ‘em or hate ‘em Oakland Raiders as they travel to Dallas, Texas to battle the Cowboys. This is the first time in 39 years that the California bad boys have made the trek out to cowboy country. CBS airs the game at 4:15 pm ET.
Be sure not to over-do it with the turkey. You’ll want to be wide awake for game three! Starting at 8:20pm ET on the NFL Network, the New York Giants play the Denver Broncos in Colorado. The Broncos suffered their first loss of the season just last weekend (the Baltimore Ravens swooped in to give the Denver team a good beating). We’ll see what the Giants can do against this worthy rival in their primetime battle.
Check out the DISH TV satellite specials and affordable DISH Network deals to get the best sports entertainment in your home every day of the year!
Celebrity And Kindness Can Be Compatible |DISH Network TV Stars Shine
Who says celebrity and kindness can’t coexist? There may be plenty of evidence that stardom brings out the worst in some folks, but if we search hard enough, we find a few people who remain humble in spite of their fame.
Shia LaBeouf, appearing on The Today Show this summer, was introduced to fan on air. While the meeting with the young lady, Samantha, could have been uncomfortable or rushed (many celebs would have offered an autograph, then waited for security to usher the fan off stage), Shia was gracious, kind and engaging. He even invited the young woman to spend the day with him. He behaved like a gentleman and a genuinely nice person.
Sean Lennon, son of the late John Lennon and Yoko Ono, has also been dubbed as one of the most humble celebs around. I don’t know of anything he’s every really done, but humility is a good thing.
Stars Angelina Jolie and Jessica Simpson have both been recognized for their work with and kindness to children. No matter what you may think of them as performers, it’s impossible to deny their use of celeb status for good.
Check out the entertainment programs on DISH Network TV and you’re sure to catch a glimpse of more good-news star stories. DISH Network always offers some terrific deals and DISH specials, letting you enjoy high quality entertainment at the lowest prices.
