We all know that the sports world is essentially shut down. There are usually tons of sports to watch at this time of year. The NBA and NHL should be sprinting to the finish line and the playoffs. Opening day would fast be approaching in baseball. And, of course, we would be right at the door of the NCAA Tournament and all its madness. None of that is happening and may not be for quite some time. How does a sports junkie get through it all? Never fear and don’t despair! Belly Up Sports is here to help! Here is how to watch sports without sports: Amazon Prime to the rescue!
Sports Movies
Blue Chips, 1994
For those needing a basketball fix, may we suggest Blue Chips, a 1994 movie starring Nick Nolte and Ed O’Neal. Included in the action are many athletes, a young Shaquille O’Neal chief among them. It is a story about a coach (Nolte) trying to win at a college basketball program doing it the right way. He finds it isn’t easy and is drawn into a pay for play scheme for players. Can they go all the way and not get caught at the same time? Tune in and scratch that basketball itch at the same time!
Bad News Bears, 2005
For those looking for baseball and some comedy, the Bad News Bears fit the bill. It is a remake of the classic from the ’70s starring Billy Bob Thornton and Greg Kinnear. Thornton plays a down on his luck minor league coach who can’t pass up a drink. His lawyer sets him up to coach a bunch of rag-tag youth in an attempt for self-redemption. Can he and the team take down their bitter, much better than they are rivals, the Yankees? This is a great way to try watching sports without sports.
Creed II, 2018
For the boxing enthusiast, try 2018’s Creed II, starring Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone. It continues the story of Rocky’s greatest opponent’s (Apollo Creed) son and his quest for boxing glory. This time, it’s a balancing act between Creed’s home life and his training. Can he overcome his biggest obstacle in the ring? Switch it on and prepare for an all-out clash of wills!
Sports Documentaries
Tough Guy: The Bob Probert Story, 2019
For the big-time hockey fan, it doesn’t get any more hard-hitting than this. Bob Probert was a long-time hockey player, active from 1982 to 2002. This is a personal look at a legendary tougher-than-nails player told through interviews, news stories, and game footage. This is an intense close-up view of hockey from the inside that’s not to be missed.
Facing Ali, 2009
For those wishing to see boxing at its finest, Facing Ali is the place to turn. Muhammad Ali was the greatest of the great. His opponents in the ring are a list of who’s who in boxing. In this documentary, 10 of his rivals give an inside view of what it was like to face Ali in the ring. This is an excellent way to watch sports without sports.
Greatest Sports Legends – 50 Greatest Sports Moments
For those that would like to watch something with many sports, take in this thrilling documentary. It counts down the 50 greatest sports moments. The countdown includes boxing, baseball, horse racing and much, much more. Take a walk through history and leave the real world behind, if only for a while.
No question, these are difficult times. But we must not let depression win! Escaping reality is possible while watching the above. Remember, it is possible to watch sports without sports!
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