The Olympics

MOBIUS · July 17, 2012, 07:00

What no thread already?

So who likes watching the Olympics when they're on? Who's going? Who's taking part?

It's only 8 days before Cardiff literally kicks off the games with the opening event of women's football between Team GB and New Zealand, followed by Cameroon Vs Brazil, and I'll be there!

rah · July 17, 2012, 08:28

Women's beach volleyball.

MOBIUS · July 17, 2012, 09:38

Sadly that won't be in Cardiff...

rah · July 17, 2012, 09:56

Instant communications has really changed how much interest I have in watching the Olympics.
When I was young, everyone tried to keep it a secret who won so you didn't really know until you watched it.
These days, most of the broadcasts are shown taped with the winner already made aware to most of the those watching due to everyone being connected.
It takes a lot of drama out of the viewing.
At least this year with it over the pond, there will be some opportunity to watch some of the events live.

My wife and I don't make it a priority to watch but I'm sure we'll get caught up in the excitement.
And it is considerably better than most of the other reality type shows that permeate the Summer broadcast schedule.

-Jrabbit · July 17, 2012, 10:28

I believe they are making every event available live this year, via either broadcast or live stream.

I could be wrong; haven't paid much attention.

Ming · July 17, 2012, 11:35

Originally Posted by -Jrabbit

I believe they are making every event available live this year, via either broadcast or live stream.

I could be wrong; haven't paid much attention.

You are correct.. That is the new NBC/Comcast strategy. Every event will be covered live in "some" fashion. They are hoping that the live web feeds will generate a strong "word of mouth" campaign to get people to watch the TV coverage. Only time will tell if that is a "good" strategy

OzzyKP · July 17, 2012, 11:43

Like usual I doubt I'll be watching any of the Olympics this year. I might venture over to Wikipedia once or twice to double check that the US is kicking ass in the medal count, but that's it.

rah · July 17, 2012, 11:48

Since we're 5-8 hours behind I'm sure almost all of the prime time NBC broadcasts will be taped production pieces. So unless you have your head buried in the sand, most will know the outcome already.
Hopefully on the weekends we can catch some live stuff in the afternoons.

Ben Kenobi · July 17, 2012, 12:44

This being my first Olympics here am I required to go USA USA at random intervals? I was told people do that sort of thing.

OzzyKP · July 17, 2012, 12:46

It is a requirement. You should have gotten a brochure about it.

SlowwHand · July 17, 2012, 19:23

Originally Posted by rah

Women's beach volleyball.

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MOBIUS · July 24, 2012, 17:35

Women's football to kick off (pun intended!) the Olympics tomorrow in the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff!

Team GB Vs New Zealand, followed by Cameroon Vs Brazil.

Cardiff is looking great with all the flags and the buzz around the place! I've got my Olympic accreditation sorted so I'll be attending 9 of the 11 matches that are being held here in an official capacity - looking forward to it!

-Jrabbit · July 24, 2012, 23:37

Nice! Enjoy.

michtreme · July 25, 2012, 05:55

Can't wait for the Olympics to start. what country do you think will win the most gold?

H Tower · July 25, 2012, 14:07

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports...,1640724.story
Greek triple jumper expelled from Olympics for racist tweet
“With so many Africans in Greece ... the West Nile mosquitoes will at least eat homemade food!!!” she had posted on her Twitter account.

Olympics

Twitter

Grandpa Troll · July 25, 2012, 21:49

USA Womens soccer came back and defeated France 4-2, way to go USA!

MOBIUS · July 26, 2012, 18:32

Saw an awesome mens football game today, Brazil Vs Egypt: Brazil raced to a 3-0 lead by about the 30th minute and then Egypt pegged them back to 3-2 with about 20 minutes to go! Despite there only being about 26,000 spectators, the atmosphere was absolutely electric with a real carnival spirit on the streets afterwards!

Wales praised for 'festival spirit' in opening fixtures of London 2012

MOBIUS · July 26, 2012, 18:33

Oh and Team GB drew 1-1 Vs Senegal, their goal was set up and scored by Welsh players...

Grandpa Troll · July 26, 2012, 23:26

I enjoyed my second favorite team, Honduras, play a 2-2 tie with Morroco. I did two mission trips to Honduras, sentimental value cheering them on

I also watched Spain not appreciate being handled by Japan, great game!

H Tower · July 27, 2012, 10:35

The Olympics are promoting international cooperation, just not the type you might think.

http://espn.go.com/olympics/summer/2...rything-normal
The off-color snickering has only intensified since American soccer goalkeeper Hope Solo gave an interview about sex in the Olympic village (the CliffsNotes version: Whoa, there's a lot!) and others have noted that 100,000 condoms, or nearly 10 for every athlete scheduled to compete, will be made available.

Serb · July 27, 2012, 17:03

I thought the Canucks established a golden standard for the worst opening/closing Olympic ceremony.
I was wrong.
Brits are my champions.

Serb · July 27, 2012, 17:04

OMG. What a clowns.

Main_Brain · July 27, 2012, 20:37

My Favorite Drinking Game: During the Entrance of the Nations correctly name the Countries after seeing the Flag, else drink.

At first its easy, then the Female Flagcarriers sabotage it by not waving their Flag; then all Hope is lost.

Ben Kenobi · July 27, 2012, 23:00

I'm waiting for the tennis! Oh and Ian Millar.

Serb · July 28, 2012, 08:06

Russian girls are simply the best.
Women's beach volleyball Russia-China and Women's basketball Russia-Canada.
Two amazing games.
Becky

DaShi · July 30, 2012, 19:03

OMG China! Stop winning medals!

MOBIUS · July 30, 2012, 19:50

I'm seeing Japan Vs South Africa women's football tomorrow and walked past the Mexico team checking into the Hilton for one of Wednesday's double header.

rah · July 31, 2012, 08:21

Beach volleyball just isn't the same with the more modest outfits.

And the NBC coverage here is just awful. I avoided all the sports and news sites yesterday so I could watch the swimming without knowing who won. So right before the segment where Missy Franklin was to complete the quick turnaround for the 100 meter backstroke, they air a promo for their morning show where they announce the guest will be GOLD WINNING Missy Franklin. Un****ing believable.

demonbinder · July 31, 2012, 11:21

I agree. I was watching one of the news shows the other day and they told you to close your eyes if you did not want to see the results. They did nothing verbally and then a woman newscaster comes on and basically gives away the information. How stupid can you be? The newsman had just made sure you could miss it. Where was she when that happened? "Listening is a skill".

H Tower · July 31, 2012, 12:23

This is what happens when you tape delay sports. TV networks have lost their expertise of doing tape delay of things that people care about. Bowling, poker and bike racing don't count because no one cares.