UPDATES FOR SATURDAY….
What kind of sporno lover would I be without mentioning Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer spanking it out during the Street Jam on Thursaday. One word to ya Roger- get your paws off my man!

I actually do like Federer. I know I’m sometimes hard on his arrogance, but I do enjoy his unique, graceful style of play. Federer responded to CBS commentator Mensa Reject Mary Carillo’s claim that he “was not trying to win” a match at the ATP event in Cincinnati in order to rest for the U.S. Open. Federer: “Because I lose, I tanked? That’s absurd. I think what she said is a joke. I don’t take her seriously because it says she has no clue.” When I met him a few years ago, he was actually really sweet. He ‘strategiclly’ signed my Athlebrity T and I gotta say, I didn’t know a Sharpie could feel so good.

DAVID BECKHAM GETS MILK: ‘NOUGH SAID?

More images next week….

DEAR D&D:
Q: I’m in college and love your site. Do you ever look into college sports to get a peek at the “up and coming” future “Athlebrities”? If so, who do you see with potential?

Delinda: Since you wrote to us from Miami, what about the University of Florida and their sexy lawn crawling Gators golf boys. Incoming freshman Andres Echavarria is one particular hottie. His sex-appeal and innocence mirror that of fellow Columbian kitten, Camilo Villegas. (Also a Gator alum). In addition to being edible, Andres has been spanking out some pretty good golf. With several junior wins to his credit (2006 South American Junior Championships, 2005 Doral Publix Junior, 2003 Colombian Junior Championship) I’d say this beast is one crawl away from Athlebrity status.

Debbie: Oooh good question. I agree with Delinda about sexy Echavarria, but freshman are just too young for me to start making Athlebrity predictions. For me, I’d have to say USC Trojan’s quarterback John David Booty. Come on now, if his last name AND team name aren’t a clear sign of an “up and coming” Athlebrity, what is? This hot, hunky, and confident stud is already a “big man on campus” and gaining major points towards Athlebrity status by gracing the cover of “Sports Illustrated” with a couple of his hottie teammates in the 2006 College Season Preview.

“The guys before me have set high standards. That’s what I want to do, by winning games…as a young quarterback, my biggest goal is to have our football team win, not put it in bad situations,” Booty said. “All I can control is what I do.” Let’s hope he’s learned how to control what he does, can’t guarantee that I would if I met him. The Trojans open their season Sept. 2 at Arkansas.

Q: It seems that a lot of professional athletes are getting into trouble with the law (drugs, drunk driving, etc.) or are accused of indecent acts against women. Do you have any rules or advice that you would give women if they had the opportunity to hang out with an athlete?

Delinda: I would shy away from any hottie who’s had a finger pointed at him with the words “indecent acts” attached to it. You don’t need the drama. What you do need is the hottie who gets busted with an ounce of weed in his car. Dude ain’t smoking no swag. And if you do have the opportunity to hang with a hottie, the usual ‘picking up strangers’ rules apply. But pa-leeze, don’t get too wasted. This may be your only brush with this hottie and you’ll want to remember every delicious second of it.

Debbie: I personally do have my rules. Most athletes that I’ve met are very aware of how they are viewed by the public eye, so they are cautious about whom they choose to associate with. However, some athletes (and their entourage) can be very aggressive at trying to get what they want. I would lay out my intentions from the beginning so they’re not surprised when you don’t get into their car or up to their room for “one more drink.” Most will still want to hang out and have a good time as long as you’re cool and interesting to talk to. You know men – they always still think they have a chance…Just be sure that you stick with a friend who knows exactly who you are with and where you are going. Anyway it’s much more fun to say that so-and-so propositioned you and you turned him down!

Q: Do you think those hot Italian soccer men stuffed their underwear for those sexy Dolce & Gabbana ads?

Delinda: God I hope not! But they certainly look a bit, ah, full? I would have given my right arm to be the stylist for that photo shoot! Unfortunately, D&G were unavailable for comment, so it looks like Debbie and I are off to Italy to further investigate this situation.

Debbie: Ciao baby. I’m packed and ready!

Q: How do you know when a hottie is going to be in a magazine or model for someone?

Delinda: I like to think of myself as an antenna. Each time Rafael Nadal flexes his bicep, I feel it. When Melo takes of his shirt, I feel it. When Camilo gets down and crawls the greens, I feel it. My libido is very alert, watching and waiting to be fed. And other times I’ll just read a press release, newspaper, website, blog or magazine. It’s all I do, all the time. I eat, breath, drink and dream hotties, 24/7.

Debbie: I have to agree with Delinda. I have somehow become attuned to sensing these things – kind of like a dolphin using echo-location to detect it’s prey (and predators) in the surrounding waters. Once you start to look – you’ll notice that they’re everywhere. Pay attention to the media associated with fashion and entertainment and you’ll find that actors are ‘out’ and men with hot bods (athletes) are IN. You know if I’m looking to sell underwear I’m not askin’ Keifer Sutherland to model. Great show but come September I’ll skip an episode or two of 24 if it interferes with my NFL…

Q: You wrote about the guy who is selling all his Barry Bonds stuff because he thinks that Barry told the FBI that maybe the stuff was fake. All this after paying $250k for everything? What’s up with that?

Delinda: Yeah, this guy is an idiot. $250k for a collection equates to reject status. Mensa points deducted for his actions, pity-party and no doubt upcoming lawsuit against Barry. He should’ve watched Bonds sign the shit himself if it was so important. And to blame Bonds via a lame “He destroyed the market single-handedly by telling everyone the stuff was no good” is nothing but a cry for his fifteen minutes. Hell hath no fury like a collector scorned. And scandal or no scandal, the merch does hold historical value whether you care for Barry or not. Wait a few years and this idiot will be crying like a fool.

Debbie: What? Insane, no. Plain stupid, yes. Of course people aren’t going to pay top dollar for some “questionable” memorabilia that some whining ex-Bond’s stalker is trying to dump. Let’s figure out why? Well maybe it does partially have to do with the fact that Bonds accused Hoskins of forging his name to merchandise, but I think that only affected a few buyers with low-level interest anyway. I think the biggest influence on the “worth” of the items is not Bonds’ accusations. It’s because the whining fool has made it clear that he wants to dump the stuff as quick as possible because he’s “broken” with Bonds. Who’s willing to pay top-dollar for something that you know someone is desperately trying to dump? Wouldn’t you low-ball the seller of a premium quality diamond engagement ring if she publicly advertised that she was a scorned woman trying to get rid of her “memories” after she found out her fiancé “cheated” on her? Hell no. Here’s an idea Kranz – I say you gather up the remaining items and start a new auction. Advertise like this: “FBI seized and authenticated Bonds Jersey: worn during his first home run at Pac Bell Park. Here’s your limited chance to own a part of history. One a few select items involved in one of the biggest scandals in baseball history. Part of my prized possession but will to sell to serious collectors only.” Dumb ass, you’d get twice as much as the jersey was once worth before you opened your whining cry-baby mouth. Oh, and by the way Kranz, trying to sell a house when the market slows is stupid. Keep that shit for one more season until he hits #756, or you’ll REALLY be cryin’!

Thanks for all your questions. We love answering, so keep ‘em coming! delinda@athlebrities.com OR debbie@athlebrities.com

Delinda & Debbie