KnowYard Sports

From the death penalty to the ACC in one generation. That is the greatest redemption arc in college sports. Period.

Healthcare hiring is not slowing down. My hospital (Baylor Dallas) has had open RN positions for 6+ months. The shortage is structural, not cyclical.

Same two guys came to our street near Lebanon and Eldorado last week. I refused to open the door and they moved on quickly.

Garland Vietnamese corridor is genuinely one of the best Vietnamese food scenes in the United States. People don't realize what we have here.

Northshore Trail at Grapevine Lake is world-class singletrack that happens to be in the Dallas suburbs. Technical, rocky, 20+ miles. Every DFW mountain biker knows it.

A "food blogger" with 25K followers asked my restaurant in Bishop Arts for a free meal for 4. Posted one blurry story that got 89 views. Social Blade showed they gained 15K followers in a single day. Purchased.

Mutts Canine Cantina is the best concept in DFW. Let your dog off-leash, grab a beer, eat a burger. Everyone is happy.

The ESPP at 15% discount is free money. I max it every cycle and sell immediately. That's a guaranteed 15% return.

Christie's on Greenville is the move for NBA. They have enough TVs to put 4 games on simultaneously and the bartenders actually know basketball. Not just a football bar.

The fact that NFL referees are part-time employees is the most embarrassing detail in professional sports. A $20 billion industry relying on part-time labor for the most critical in-game role.

Barca's on Knox is the only answer for early morning F1. They actually have the sound on and the crowd knows the sport. It is not just background noise.

The flight benefits are worth $10K+/year if you actually use them. I flew to Tokyo in business class for $180 in taxes. The same ticket retail was $4,800.

Khabib vs. Tony is the one that hurts the most. Five cancellations. The MMA gods robbed us of the greatest lightweight fight ever.

Dallas Social Sports kickball league is how I met my entire friend group. Can't recommend enough.

The property tax reality check is important. People move from California and are shocked when their $8,000/year property tax bill arrives. No income tax doesn't mean no tax.

White Rock Lake kayak date is ELITE. Just did this and it was the best date I've been on in DFW.

Jeng Chi dim sum is the real deal. My Cantonese parents approve and that is NOT easy to earn.

Section 200 brisket nachos are legit. Chicken tenders at Legends level are surprisingly good too.

DCAD is incredible. You can see exactly who owns any property in Dallas County, what they paid, and the tax history. All free.

Frisco ISD is the sweet spot for most families. Good schools, reasonable home prices compared to Southlake or HP, and the district is investing heavily in new campuses.

Midnight Rambler is the cheat code first date spot. Walk into a literal speakeasy in a hotel basement. Instant cool points.

UTD CS graduates are getting $80K+ starting offers from DFW tech companies (TI, AT&T, Capital One). The CS program is legit.

McGuire is the most authentic coach in college football. He is not performing. He genuinely loves Lubbock and Texas Tech. That energy is contagious with recruits.

White Rock Lake dog park is the best if you don't mind the mud. Pro tip: go early morning on weekdays. Less crowded, happier dogs.

Open scoring would fix 80% of the problems overnight. If a fighter knows they are down 2 rounds, they fight harder in the third. It rewards action.

Lower Greenville is the correct #1. Best food in Dallas, 5 min to White Rock Lake, and the rent is $400/month less than Uptown for equivalent apartments.