CAMILO VILLEGAS

Yes! A total of 100 players have been invited to the 2007 Masters Tournament and our lawn-crawling-beast Camilo Villegas has been invited. In celebration of this, I’ve elected to post a ‘Spiderman’ image, something that seems a bit scarce these days. Our beast hooked us with his endearing smile, fabulous Lindeberg style and sexy moves, yet his crawl remains as elusive as his private life. The Masters Tournament will be taking place April 2-8 at the Augusta National Golf Club. Pa-leeze Camilo, focus, crawl, win and smile. That’s all we can ask.

SHAQ’S ATTEMPTS AT DEFEATING CHILDHOOD OBESITY
Sorry Shaq-Daddy, but I’m laughing my ass off over this one. A few months ago, I wrote about Shaquille O’Neal and his Fit Kids program. Late last year, Shaq started visiting the Olson Middle School outside of Miami. He stirred up a lot of excitement among the eager, and overweight, students. Shaq and his trainer made frequent visits to the school for the filming of a show for Fit TV called ‘Fit Kids.’ Shaq’s role was to come in and motivate the little chubby kids to get healthy, present the school with a fitness program, and capture the magic for TV. After months of visits, the big day had arrived for Shaq to present his “fitness program” to the faculty of the school. As the teachers and principle rubbed their hands together in anticipation of this stellar event, Shaq’s big idea was unveiled. At the beginning of each day, teachers were asked to have their students ‘stand up straight, reach for the sky, and then touch their toes.’ Yes people, this is how Shaq encourages kids to get fit. Don’t let the show fool ya when it eventually airs.

So, when I read that Shaq has teamed up with Mighty Milk to become their ‘official spokesperson’ you can understand why I choked on my coffee. Shaq is Mighty Milk’s Mighty Man? “I will get the message out to kids, parents, schools and other guiding forces in kids’ lives and help educate them about living a healthier lifestyle, such as eating well-balanced meals, exercising often, and about nutrition. Together, with a well-balanced diet and regular physical activity, Mighty Milk can help ensure that kids get the nutrition and energy they need,” said Shaquille O’Neal, the Mighty Milk Mighty Man. “When I was a kid, we didn’t have access to so many computer and video games…we were more active (physical activity was everything for me). In addition, we didn’t have jumbo meals, the super-sized sandwiches or the amount of candy and chips that are available today. We need to educate parents and teachers so they make the correct purchasing decisions. It’s very important for the schools to get involved too, so they help kids lead a well-balanced life, which includes eating well-balanced meals.” (and touching your toes).

PRINCESS KOBE AND HIS SUSPENSION

I hate to say it, but I’m in agreement with the Princess with this one. After Kobe Bryant sent a nasty elbow into the face of Spurs baby Manu Ginobili on Sunday, he was suspended for one game. An important game for the Lakers, which they lost, against the Knicks. Princess Koko requested an immediate hearing with the NBA office to discuss the one-game suspension he was given, but these things take time and Kobe served his suspension. Kudos to the fans at Madison Square Garden who gave Kobe some love. “I’ve been waiting to play here, it’s always been a fun place for me to play here, and I’m surprised. Shocked, by it, actually,” Bryant said. “I unintentionally caught Manu Ginobili. What do you say, it’s a basketball game. You unintentionally catch people with elbows every once in a while.”

BOOK OF BULLSHIT

A new book was published in France, which alleges 7-time Tour De Farce winner Lance Armstrong and his entourage intimidated witnesses. Do I need to translate? France + Lance + Book = Bullshit. In other words, its fiction. “L.A. Official” by Pierre Ballester and David Walsh, is allegedly based on testimony given in a legal dispute between Armstrong and Dallas-based SCA Promotions that had a bonus contract with the cyclist. “I have defended myself and won every court case to prove I was clean,” Armstrong said in a statement Wednesday night. “Yet another French book with baseless, sensational and rejected allegations will not overcome the truth.” Are the French EVER going to just let-it-go? Or are they going to continue to cry about the fact that an American won the Tour 7-Times without cheating?

JASON KIDD AND JOUMANA

Great tidbit coming outta the NY Post this morning. Andrew Marchand wrote an interesting piece on Boston Globe columnist and ESPN contributor Bob Ryan. In 2003, Ryan was suspended from the paper for one month after he appeared on a Boston TV show and said that someone needed to “smack” Joumana for taking her then four-year-old son, T.J., to playoff games as a “prop” to get more TV time. “There is a certain element of vindication,” Ryan said on WFAN yesterday. Speaking with Chris Russo and Mike Francesa, Ryan was at first very reluctant to comment about the Kidds’ situation, because of how much trouble it brought him four years ago. Yesterday, with Russo and Francesa prodding him, Ryan first tried to avoid the subject. “I’m the last person in the world who should be commenting on it at all,” Ryan said. Hey Ryan- you deserve a medal.

CHARGERS REJECT KIEL

And yet another notch on Terrence Kiel’s Mensa reject belt. Chargers idiot Kiel was busted for urinating in public on December 18th, his second run-in with the po-po in less than three months. (Remember offense number one: importing cough syrup for kicks.) The City Attorneys office confirmed that Kiel was peeing in the street, cited and released by the cops outside a nightclub in the Gaslamp Quarter. The case is being reviewed and no charges have been filed yet. Kiel is scheduled to make a court appearance on Feb. 20. And if he is charged, this girl will be in the front row at that hearing. Thanks to Kiel, the San Diego Chargers now have 8 players who have had encounters with our oh-so-fine-trigger-happy SD Police Department.

SUPER BOWL KICKS

Just for the record, I’m not ignoring Adam Vinatieri or his legs. The Indianapolis Colts kicker can play me like a football any day of the week.

DARRENT WILLIAMS CHILDREN’S FUND
The Broncos have combined the Darrent Williams Children’s Fund, with a similar fund created by the NFLPA called the Darrent Williams Trust Fund. The NFLPA has made a donation to the fund and also will solicit support from all players and the public for contributions. Which is what I’m here to do. If you want to help Darrents kids, contributions can be sent to: Darrent Williams Trust Fund, c/o NFL Players Association, 2021 L St., NW ,Washington, DC 20036. Also, the Broncos have established the Darrent Williams Memorial Grant, a $50,000 contribution to be matched by Morton Publishing Co.’s Doug Morton. The grant will be paid over five years to Denver’s Open Door Youth Gang Alternatives.

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

NOT FAIR
According to Rafa’s website, our Spanish beast went to the hospital on Monday to have an MRI scan on his latest injury. The results of the tests were the following: “An injury to the left leg in the middle gluteus due to excess play. Today (Tuesday, 30th January, 2007) there will be another complementary test. After that there will be a medical revision and the importance of the injury will be determined.” The importance of the injury has already been established-its not good. Anything that takes our tapa off the court is a devastating blow to libidos around the globe.

Rafa issued a message about the injury, and unfortunately, he used a translator: “Yesterday I had some tests that we had planned and although they aren’t definitive it does seem that the injury isn’t important. I have to wait for the final results to be able to confirm my participation in the Davis Cup first round in Switzerland. I hope I can be there as I’ve always said that Davis Cup is a priority for me.”

WALLBANGERS VERSUS FATHEADS
Two similar products on the market now are the infamous Fatheads and the delicious Wallbangers. So how do they compare? First, both offer us wall mountable life-sized hotties. The Fathead menu includes NBA, MLB, NFL and NASCAR products among other things. But, knocking my libido into high gear are the Wallbangers.

Based in the UK, the Wallbangers menu is much more appetizing. John Terry, Thierry Henry, Theo Walcott, Ronaldinho, Ballack, Rooney and Shevchenko. I spoke with owner of Wallbangers, who informed me that more treats are on the way. “I just signed the English National Team and will soon be creating six players from the FA, likely beginning with Michael Owen to appease the Newcastle fans, who have been screaming for a Newcastle Wallbanger.” Admittedly, I let out a little yelp when I heard that Wallbangers will soon release an Allesandro Del Piero banger. And that my friends, is just one of the many reasons this girls a Bangers and not a Head. Check ‘em out.

BECKHAM’S AT DISNEYLAND
So yesterday I received a message from a ‘source’ that wrote. “My friend who works at Disneyland said that David Beckham, Posh and their kids were there yesterday. Got to meet him, much hotter in person she said. Posh looks sickly thin, like Nicole Ritchie.” Of course Beckham was at Disneyland. The dethroned Athlebrity God has jumped aboard another campaign. Beckham is now part of Disney’s “Year of a Million Dreams” promotion and was photographed, near Madrid, as the prince from “Sleeping Beauty,” astride a white horse by famed photographer Annie Leibovitz. The ad will appear in magazines such as Vanity Fair and Vogue in March. Other photos for the campaign feature Beyonce Knowles as Alice in Wonderland and Scarlett Johansson as Cinderella. The ‘celebrities’ helped decide which characters they would portray, and Beckham liked the idea of “a hero role,” Disney spokesman Duncan Wardle said. Of course he did.

REALITY TV TRY-OUTS?
Everyone wants to play for the Galaxy now. The team has received “more than 1,000 applications” for their open tryout from countries including Japan, England, Honduras, Germany, Trinidad and Tobago, Holland, Scotland and Nigeria, “before the team cut off applications online,” according to the L.A. Times. Galaxy Assistant GM Payne said the club plans to limit the February 10-11 tryout to “600 or 700” wanna-be hotties. They “will get a few Galaxy souvenirs, but most of all they will come away being able to say, ‘I tried out for the team that has David Beckham.’”

MLS and Chivas USA have come up a new sporno-worthy reality show. In conjunction with Univision’s “Republica Deportiva” segments will be filmed during open tryouts for one roster spot on the team. “Republica Deportiva,” Univision’s weekly sports magazine show, will air the tryouts weekly as a featured segment until the winner is announced on March 25. “Sueno MLS” will feature 2,000 entrants, all of whom are bound to be mighty fine beasts.

PRINCESS KOBE AND HIS SHOES

Ya all know I’m a sucker for cool kicks, but not for Princess Kobe. Yesterday, Kobe unveiled the new Kobe Bryant Signature Nike shoe the Zoom Kobe II at Niketown in New York City. The princess was interviewed by Hot 97 DJ Cipha Sounds during his visit and even spoke with basketball fans during the launch.

POOL IS COOL

Its been a long time since I begged my Wonder Twin powers to kick in. On my knees, I’m pleading…activate in the form of a…pool cue, headband, or red pool table pa-leeze…

T-MAC ME

These astute little fans know a good thing when they see it. And sweet Jesus how do I get THAT job? Had I know Tracy McGrady was so limber I would’ve offered my yoga moves to him.

BEARS IN MIAMI

Anyone else think that maybe these United Airlines attendants may have had a great flight? No doubt, more than one mile-high fantasy ran through their minds as the Chicago Bears filled the plane. The Chicago beasts arrived at Miami International Airport on January 28, 2007 in preparations for Super Bowl XLI.

Not to be ignored is Bears quarterback Rex Grossman, who single handedly got this girl to scream Go Bears. I’ll take sexy Rexy and his dimples over boring Manning any day of the week.

More Bears I wouldn’t mind chasing me up a tree are defensive tackle Tank Johnson, linebacker Brian Urlacher, and wide receiver Justin Gage. In Toronto, Brian Milner reports that Urlacher “is the only Bear who stands to reap a windfall from a dominant performance” Sunday. Urlacher already endorses Nike, Under Armour and Sega, and he has appeared in a MasterCard ad, thus ensuring his Athlebrity status.

OMAR MORENO’S FOUNDATION

Former Pittsburgh Pirate, Panamanian Omar Moreno gave loads of little kids something to smile about last Friday. Moreno owns a nonprofit Foundation that teaches young children how to play baseball. Moreno’s Foundation works closely with the Panamanian Embassy to spread the love and improve lives.

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

TIGER WOODS WINS BUICK

No surprises today as Tiger Woods claimed his 7th consecutive win after successfully defending at the Buick Invitational. Tigers big seven are: the Buick Open, British Open, PGA Championship, WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, Duetsche Bank Championships, WGC American Express, and Buick Invitational. As Tiger and Charles Howell III rolled onto the 18th green, I have never heard a crowd that size become so quiet. That is, until Tiger chipped it in for the victory. The crowd roared, cheered, cried and applauded as Tiger hugged his mother and wife before being awarded the trophy. Admittedly, I welled up. Not just due to his victory, but because Athlebrity newcomer, Howell III, finished on the heels of Tiger.

As previously mentioned, Charles Howell III is as delicious as any golfer comes. His demeanor, stance, class, skills, and humble personality make him a winner in my book and especially my libido. I’ve posted a post-Buick interview with him on the Athlebrites YouTube group. Check him out and tell me if I’m wrong….

IAN POULTER DESIGNS

My flash-kat had more than one female patron yelling “in the hole” as he approached 18. In his pink shirt, gray/pink trimmed well-fitted and perfectly filled trousers, and matching pink shoes, Ian Poulter caused one astute observer to scream ‘Love the Pink Ian!’ Thank god someone else digs this Brit as much as I. (The above photos are not from the Buick) Reflecting the sport rather well, several well dressed men were sitting near-by. As Ian approached one asked if I “liked the pink shoes or not.” “Hell yeah, I love the pink everything” I said, “Did you know he has his own clothing line?” I asked the well-dressed man. “No, no I didn’t”. How could a well-dressed golf fan NOT know about Ian Poulter designs? Even the women I spoke to were unaware of this beast’s collection. I was more than happy to educate them and could have yapped for hours, but Ian had left the hole and I had to absorb every minute of his presence. Poulter finished T9th at the Buick, and dear god if he didn’t look hot-as-hell doing it.

ROGER FEDERER MAKES HISTORY

Another unsurprising victory came from Mr. Roger Federer, his ego, and the Feder-Bear at the Australian Open. Federer beat Fernando Gonzalez to become the first man since Bjorn Borg to win every set in a Grand Slam. What can I really say? He is unstoppable and admittedly, I love to watch him play. His emotional reaction was priceless and yes, touching. You’ve broken me down R-Fed…just remain humble and keep your shirt on.

Australian Open runner-up Fernando Gonzalez of Chile deserves as much love as R-Fed. Forget the humiliating ‘every-set-loss’ and be proud of the fact that your trophy is bigger, you made it to the finals, and you look exceptionally hot with your shirt on, and off.

BOOST MOBILE ZO & MAGIC’S 8-BALL CHALLENGE
Yes, the NBA All-Star games are almost here, and with it comes the par-tay’s. One event this girl won’t be missing is Zo and Magic’s 8-Ball Challenge. I’ve never challenged 8-balls at once before, so I’m anxious to give it a try. Boost Mobile will present the most highly anticipated celebrity fundraiser-taking place during the All-Star weekend. The 2007 Boost Mobile Zo & Magic’s 8-Ball Challenge, in conjunction with NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning of the Miami Heat and NBA legend, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, will showcase the billiard skills of some of the finest men alive. Hosted by Queen Latifah and Ludacris, the must-see tournament will be held at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort & Casino along with Steve and Elaine Wynn lending their time and support to this awesome cause. “The fact that this event has continued to grow in every facet is very encouraging. Last year it helped AMC, in part, grant more than $700,000 to several charities. This year, with our focus of building youth centers, the funds generated will help us meet this goal. Again, I challenge everyone to take part in this great event that Magic and I support whole-heartedly and ultimately benefits our youth,” said Mourning.

The who’s-who list of Athlebrites includes Dwyane Wade and his lips, good guy Gilbert Arenas, the legendary Julius “Dr. J” Erving, and get this- Michael Vick and Terrell Owens. Think about this people-Vick and Owens in the same room, at a charity event? Two of the biggest trouble makers in NFL history, shooting pool instead of shooting off their mouths? 100% worth the price of admission. “It’s sexy, it’s hot, it’s entertainment at its best and it’s for charity. No matter what Alonzo and I do, it’s going to be fun,” says Magic. “So, instead of us going up against each other at NBA All-Star, we decided to come together once again for Boost Mobile’s Zo and Magic’s 8-Ball Challenge.” A limited number of tickets for Boost Mobile Zo & Magic’s 8-Ball Challenge are still available. For more information, log onto www.amcharities.org or www.magicjohnson.org.

MIA HAMM AND NOMAR GARCIAPARRA

Gotta give props to Athlebrity couples that give love. Noteworthy couple Mia Hamm and hot hubby Nomar Garciaparra attended a soccer clinic and bone marrow drive at St. John Bosco High School today in Bellflower, California. “Being a donor can be a life-altering experience. It’s an opportunity to help change the world,” Hamm said. Garciaparra said, “Just registering can save a person’s life.” The couple also introduced their joint initiative, 9 to 5, which is a call to action for kids and families to make giving back a full-time effort. The full article can be read here.

LADAINIAN TOMLINSON CHECKS OUT THE ACTION AT THE BUICK
INVITATIONAL

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

BUICK BABES

After Camilo Villegas birdied the last two holes on Thursday, I thought for sure we see him in Sunday’s final. But no suck luck. How or why he missed the cut is irrelevant. I’d like to think Camilo missed the cut because I may have inadvertently hurt him when I wrapped my paws around his precious body and held on for dear life- we may never know. But he missed the cut and I didn’t think I could go on. Until, I had a flashback of a topless Ian Poulter and a smiling Charles Howell III and his eyes, and my libido was back in action.

First stop for the libido train was a viewing of the promo spot for the Stanford St. Jude Championships. The event will be held in Memphis June 4th-10th. In the Emmy worthy spot, our lawn-kat prowls the streets, dressed in white, and reminds us that “desire knows no bounds” as he gets down into our oh-so-favorite position.

Taking the Tour by storm is PGA Rookie Brandt Snedeker. Snedeker turned Pro in 2004 and has won 2 Nationwide titles. Last year, he checked in 9th on the Nationwide money list. Hottie resides in Nashville and possess every Southern charm you’d expect. Always smiling, humble, sweet, and downright adorable, this precious rookie is kicking ass at the Buick, and unless he injures his groin tonight, I’m sure we’ll see him on Sunday, perhaps finishing in the top three.

STEALING TIGERS BALLS
So many people have called me to ask what happened to Tiger Woods’ golf bag. “I heard someone stole Tigers bag” they all ask. Lets clarify the misunderstanding; Tigers bag was stolen in two Buick commercials. The Buick debuted two 30-second spots featuring Tiger Woods hitting balls on the driving range when a man tries to steal his balls and golf bag. In the first ad, Woods throws a golf ball at the guy, hitting him in the back. For the second spot, Woods “told the director he wanted to chase the guy down,” so the spot shows him actually tackling the man. Woods said, “If someone took my bag, I would do something a little bit more than just throw a golf ball at him.”

WORDS OF WISDOM

On Thursday, the Sports Business Daily went One-on-One with former NFL beast Emmitt Smith. After his stint on Dancing With The Stars, I had immediately added him to my Mensa reject list. After reading this interview, Emmitts status has been permanently changed to Mensa King.

Q: What’s the biggest challenge facing the NFL?
Smith: How to maintain and continue to grow their fan base, and to create product offering for their fan base to keep them interested in the game and in the brand that the NFL is offering.
Q: How can the game be improved for the fan in the stadium and the fan at home? Smith: I think you have to give the fan an opportunity to have much more of a personal experience. And whether that means meeting players in the locker room after games, that’s something that teams may have to look at. How to give the fans an experience they would never get anywhere else.

TOLD YA SO
God help us all…David Beckham and waif Victoria are reportedly going to be starring in their own reality TV show modeled after The Osbournes. A source revealed that Posh and Becks were now seriously considering the offer that has been made by American network Fox. If they do decide to go ahead with the show, then American audiences will get to see why the rest of the world is sick of them.

CAGE ME UP

“Access Hollywood” reported that Nicolas Cage will serve as grand marshal for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Daytona 500 on February 18, but Daytona Int’l Speedway officials “would not confirm the report.”

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

PAIN BEFORE PLEASURE

I’m still upset about his last injury…and now, sweet Rafa is hurt again and out of the Aussie Open. “I had problems in my leg so I couldn’t run properly. I just felt very tired. It was disappointing for me. Walking right now I have a lot of pain. It’s more than just feeling tired.” Our beast plans to have his injury assessed once he flies back to Spain on Friday, but he can always come to San Diego where I’d be happy to help with the ‘assessment’ of his injury. “I want to play in Davis Cup after one week. That’s my goal anyway,” said Nadal. His goal so far, has been to tease the hell outta us as he nears any match involving R-Fed. Proof of his teasing lies not only in his new scruffy hot look, but with his words: “I have pain not just in one place, I have it in my famous arse,” he said as I slipped off my sofa. As mentioned, I’d be happy to help ease the pain.

MELO MY SPACE

Finally, a reason to ‘use’ MySpace. Carmelt-in-my-mouth-Anthony has launched his MySpace page for purposes of “enhancing his marketability.” (He really needs enhancement?) Melo’s page (myspace.com/carmeloanthony) has a promotion for “Melo Mobile,” sexy photos of his nonprofit work, magazine covers, pictures of his Melo M3 shoes and a link to his online store. Basically, everything that defines him as an Athlebrity. Calvin Andrews, Anthony’s agent, said, “Everything these days is going to digital space, and if you’re going to maximize your business opportunities, you have to be connected to that space.” Maximize away Melo, maximize away.

BUICK INVITATIONAL UPDATE

Today at Torrey Pines the AT&T Pro-Am was played. For those of you who don’t know about the Pro-Am, it’s basically a round of golf with three amateurs who are paired up with a “Pro.” The most excited group, of course, was that playing with Tiger Woods. Tiger doesn’t usually play in the Pro-Am event, but this year was special. The Boys & Girls Club sold 1,000 tickets for $250 a pop. A drawing was held, and the winner won a round with Tiger. As the group was teeing off on the 14th hole, the ‘winner’ landed his ball a few inches from the hole, and Tigers ball landed in the sand, three inches from my feet. (A video of Tiger hitting the ball out of the sand has been added to the Athlebrities Group on YouTube.

My reasons for stalking the beasts today, aside from molesting them, was to get as many autographs as possible for my grandma. She’s a golf-savant. Ask her any question, about any player, no matter how random, and she knows the answer. So, the first victim was an absolutely adorable Rory Sabbatini, who floored me with his accent, eyes, demeanor and willingness to spell my grandmas name right.

A few minutes later, my favorite flash-kat Ian Poulter rolled up. I was breathless. Poulter has the “It” quality that separates the hotties from the average. Ian signed the card, with a big “Happy Birthday” across it, while my eyes were eating him alive. The eyes, hair, the clothing, stance, attitude- all top notch. And impeccably dressed. (And yes, I’m looking into getting you all more information regarding his clothing line etc.) Just before Ian delivered a gorgeous t-shot, I snapped a few photos and quick video…but was a fraction too late. I had turned away for one second and when I spun around, Ian was standing there, with his shirt off…. I fumbled for the camera before deciding I’d keep that heart-stopping action to myself and not document it. (Granted, I was THIS close to asking for his sweaty shirt). He undid his sexy Ian Poulter designed belt, tucked in his new shirt, and gave Delinda a much needed visual for her fantasies. Without a doubt, Poulter has to be one of the nicest, and most approachable guys on the greens…

Next up for grandma was John Cook, not really sure who he is, but he signed for her and I’m sure she’s got his statistics somewhere in her mind. Two other hotties that obliged were Sean O’Hair and Charles Howell III. Both were more than happy to sign, and although I didn’t snap any photos, I gotta tell you all that Charles Howell III has a hypnotic smile, champagne eyes and could sell the sport to anyone with a pulse. Hands down, one of Athlebrities new favorites. Thanks to all the golf-kittens for making my grandma, and me, smile.

DROGBA EARNS LOVE

Ivory Coast and Chelsea hottie Didier Drogba has been named a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Development Program. The beast, who signed for $47 million dollars in 2004, will receive symbolic earnings of one dollar per year for his work in UNDP’s anti-poverty campaign. “I have been given opportunities to succeed in life, but I constantly think about the ones who did not have this chance. We all need to contribute to help defeat poverty,” Drogba said. “As a man and a role model for many young boys in Africa I will do my best to promote the right messages to other men and boys to stop the pandemic.” Drogba will focus mainly on the fight against HIV and AIDS in Africa and the need to change male attitudes there. And for this, Drogba gets a ‘What a man, what a mighty, mighty good man’.

Due to the Buick, and my ‘duties’ there, I will most likely not be posting until next week.

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

*CAMILO VILLEGAS ALERT*

More than one person told me that Wednesday was the day to “meet the players.” So today, I woke up in anticipation of one more day…until my phone rings. On the other end of the phone is my friend Kevin. “Hey Delinda, “ he says, “Who’s that golfer you like, Camilo something?” My pulse speeds up, “Camilo, Camilo Villegas,” I said, “Why?” And then he uttered words that I will never get out of my mind. “Oh” says Kevin, “I’m standing right next to him.” I calmly told him to put Camilo on the phone, “Tell him its Delinda,” I said. I hear Kevin “hey Camilo, Delinda is on the phone and wants to say hi.” And then, the unmistakable voice of our kitten, in the background purred “Tell Delinda I said hi.”

It took me about fifteen minutes to haul my ass up there and hunt for the kitty. And oh, my friends, the news couldn’t be better. As I approached god-only-knows-what-hole, the Athlebrity gods were smiling upon me. I approach our kitty with sweaty palms and a racing heart as I saw him on the green. The unmistakable body built to perfection and silhouetted in his sexy J. Lindbergh outfit. Did I notice anything about his game? No. That was the LAST thing on my mind.

As he came off the hole and approached me, I was struck by not only how adorable he is, but how sweet and down-to-earth. There were no other spectators hunting the kat, which I found odd, but I did talk to the peeps at CBS who have assured me that “their boss loves Camilo” and we wont have to worry about air-time coverage.

But back to the good stuff…breaking my own rule of not gathering autographs, I needed to feel his sharpie across my chest as he signed. He was happy to oblige and I’m happy I broke my rule. At one point I couldn’t find a pen and Camilo was nice enough to say he’d find one. (I did find mine a second later). After he signed me, and I introduced myself, I handed him one of my cards and he said “Oh yes, I’ve heard of this.” I told him my conspiracy theory of “no-crawl-photos” and he laughed and said “No, its okay, its not a problem.” And no, he did not crawl for me- I didn’t ask either because you cant push these things. He’ll crawl when he’s ready to. Autograph, hug, introduction, a little video, a million photos and a solid molesting. Priceless. Of course I stalked the kitten for a few holes, and in a move that even surprised me, I stopped his caddie Matty, rubbed Camilo’s clubs and Gators-club covers and yes, took more photos. Yeah I know, I’m weird, but Matty said Camilo was great to caddie for. Not long after, my friend again hit Camilo up and asked him for a ball. He just wanted one of the balls Camilo was using. Our classy feline not only picked up a ball, but also signed it and tossed it to Kevin, who in turn handed it to me and said “Didn’t you want Camilo’s ball?”. Indeed. And now I can die happy. *Note: All photos have been uploaded. A permanent link has been added on the right. Also check out the Athlebrities group on YouTube for the video I took of Camilo doing his thing.

BUICK CHARITY’S
Prior to the tourney, several charity events have taken place in efforts to give back to the community. The Diamond in the Rough Gala was held on Saturday evening at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in downtown San Diego. And keeping with their mission, the Century Club donated all proceeds from this event to the Monarch School and Pro Kids Golf Academy. Approximately $290,000 was raised at the event hosted by Jay Leno. (Who raised $10k alone in less than one-minute). So, keep in mind that our golf-kats aren’t here just for ‘show’. Their appearance on the greens lends credibility to the charities and in the end we all win. Last night, during the Pro-Am parings party, another $25,00 was raised for the kids. And it doesn’t end there. More events are planned through out the weekend, and if you cant make it to the tourney, please visit the Buick Invitational on-line to make a donation. The kids will love ya for it, and so will I.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME?

This country is already the laughing stock of the world because of our simian President, so why not douse our wounds with salt by throwing more Beckham mania our way. Hmm, how can we make ourselves look like real idiots? Why not import David & Victoria Beckhams wax figures from Madame Tussauds in London, display them at Madame Tussauds in New York, drape them in American flags and play dollhouse by introducing them to President Bush’s wax figure holding a “Welcome to America” sign! Awesome. I’m embarrassed already….

BLAME IT ON THAT STUPID MOVIE
Get ready for some more reality-show torture…beginning in July; NESN will start airing “Sox Appeal.” (Isnt that an oxymoron?) The ten-episode reality show follows a series of three, two-inning long dates that take place during eight Red Sox games. During the seventh-inning stretch at the games, the dater must decide who to invite to sit next to them for the rest of the game. And I thought we’d seen it all…

CARMELO AND ALLEN

Anyone still got a problem cheering for the Nuggets?

NIKE SECOND COMING

Just in case you haven’t seen this spornographic Nike spot I told ya about, its called “The Second Coming.” It has all our hot ballers teasing us to a tune by Juelz Santana & Just Blaze, appropriately titled ” The Second Coming. ”

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

MA LA DIA

My oh my, not only did Rafael Nadal spank Andy Murray to advance at the Open, but he got into every pose I could possibly dream of.

The push-up, the crawl, the victorious bicep pump, the sun on his freshly sprouted facial hair, the hug, and the changing-of-the-shirt. Nadal won in five sexy sets 6-7 6-4 4-6 6-3 6-1.

GOLFERS ON A PLANE

On January 17th, golf babes took part in the ‘Etihad Airways Swing on the Wing Challenge’ on the runway at the Abu Dhabi International Airport. Swedish beast Henrik Stenson of Sweden won the challenge, with a drive of 721 yards-which beats flash-kat Ian Poulter’s last years record by 25.

GOLFERS IN THE DESERT

The Bob Hope Chrysler Classic was in full swing over the weekend in Palm Desert. Ultra-hot banana eating Ian Poulter did participate (finishing T60th, earning $10,800) although you wouldn’t know from the lack of Poulter coverage I’ve grown accustomed to. Amateurs at the event included Samuel L. Jackson, Don Cheadle, and Oscar De La Hoya- all looking very Poulteresq…others who participated include a scary Alice Cooper, a hot Andy Garcia, still a stud Clint Eastwood, and Soul Patroller Taylor Hicks. And no, I don’t care what their final scores were…if you do, check it out here.

THE FOLLOWING IS A REAL LETTER FROM CARMELO ANTHONY TO NUGGETS FANS AND THE TEAM, RELEASED YESTERDAY:
Dear Nuggets Fans, Teammates, Stan Kroenke & the Nuggets Organization,
The day is finally here. It has been a very long wait for my first game back. (You’re telling me?) Before the game tomorrow, I wanted to take the time to thank all of you for your support of our team and your support of me. (You’re welcome) I greatly appreciate the emails and letters from those of you who wrote to me expressing your support. I also wanted to let you know how excited I am to get back on the court and play with my new and old teammates. I have been going crazy for 36 days waiting to return. (should’ve called me) All my life playing basketball has come easy to me, but not being able to play has been the most difficult thing I have ever experienced as a player. I’ve spent this time off working on my game and reflecting on who I am. (so I have) And who I want to be. (my boyfriend?) I want all of you to know that I plan to be better (yes), stronger (oh-my) and smarter on the court than I’ve ever been before. I’ve never been more dedicated to becoming the best player and teammate that I can be. It has been very tough watching the team play without me, knowing that my mistake has made it very difficult for my teammates, the franchise and the fans. I’ve spent the time working extremely hard, and I plan to come back better than ever. (I’ll take it) I’ve also spent time thinking about the huge responsibilities I have as the captain of the Denver Nuggets, the captain of Team USA, a face of the NBA, and a role model to young people. I’m aware that a great deal is expected of me, and not just as a player. (Indeed) I’m expected to make the right decisions, lead by example and to be a professional. (except in Vegas I hope). Once again THANK YOU for your support. I hope to express my appreciation by (becoming my boyfriend?) continuing to develop as a player and as a person (that’ll work). I can’t wait to get out there and show everyone what the Denver Nuggets are capable of. I’ll see you at the Pepsi Center on Monday night. I’ll be the first one there. Sincerely, MELO.

PATRIOTS OUT

I want to send my condolences to all the Patriots fans who already started celebrating the Patriots Super Bowl victory.

FRANCISCO TOTTI GETS OFF

Oh Francesco, I feel your pain. Totti was sent off in the final minutes of the AS Roma-Livorno match after a scuffle with hot Livorno defender Fabio Galante, who received a yellow card for the same incident. The match ended 1-1. Totti initially appeared to be under the spell of Fabio, with perhaps a kiss on its way? Then Fabio pushed my Totti aside like a used dishrag, while he fell to his knees pleading for love.

WELL DONE
Celtics managing Partner Wyc Grousbeck needs to keep a leash on his wife Corinne. Why? She’s potentially ruined it for all of us red-blooded, estrogen crazed, NBA lovers. Corinne, acting like a 12-year old, brought her posse of reject friends into the Celtics dressing room to get autographs following Friday’s loss to the Kings. Some players were “trying to conduct interviews,” while others “were getting dressed and being asked to sign items amid the giggling.” An NBA spokesperson said that the league “would step in if the scene is repeated.” Oh-its gonna be repeated, but D&D don’t ask for autographs or giggle in those situations. We just grab the sweaty towels and jerseys before we’re even noticed.

SNL UPDATE: MICHAEL VICK
Today, it was reported that Michael Vick “will not be charged with wrongdoing” in an incident last week at Miami Int’l Airport. A source said that tests performed on a substance from Vick’s water bottle confiscated by airport security indicated that the material “was not illegal.” But that hasn’t stopped the fun…

During the “Weekend Update” news segment on “SNL,” the goddess of late night, Amy Poehler, and the sublimely sexy Seth Myers busted out a new segment called “Really!?! With Seth & Amy.” Myers has long been seducing me with his devilish grin and mischievously sexy eyes, so look out Seth, I reserve the right to jump you at any given time. And for both of you, get your asses out to Vegas for the NBA All-Star party’s. Look for D&D- we’ll have pa-lenty of shampoo and water…

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com

T’WOLVES-PISTONS

Prior to the T’Wolves-Pistons game, wolf Randy Foye was honored with the T-Mobile Western Conference Rookie of the Month Award and even got his own bobblehead. All this came minutes after posting my MVP picks, which included Garnett and Foye. So I tune into the T’Wolves-Pistons game because something in my head told me ‘there’s gonna be a fight’.

Oh, the boys never let me down. Foye remained well behaved, but Garnett and Motown dunker Antonio McDyess were both ejected after a brief, yet sexy scuffle. The incited beasts did nothing but excite me. Rasheed Wallace took those big, beautiful tattooed biceps and wrapped them around McDyess in an effort to calm him. It worked on McDyess, but not me. Throw in a few expletives from Garnett, and we got us a sporn. This is excusable. Why? Because after spending the last few days cooking for diabetic kids and hanging out at the Ronald McDonald house, the ballers simply needed an outlet for the pent-up frustration at the injustice of suffering children. So let’s just give ‘em a break. Remember, generosity must be balanced with passion, harmless aggression, sweat, and most importantly, ejections. If you wanna see the video, check it out at the Athlebrities Group on YouTube.

RON ARTEST GETS MENSA HAIRCUT

I’m really not sure what to do with this information, aside from applaud my favorite Mensa reject for his entertainment value.

ALLESANDRO DEL PIERO

More delicious than a chocolate covered biscotti, Italian dynamo and Athlebrity stud, Alessandro Del Piero played his 500th game for Juventus today. The 32-year-old stud reached the milestone almost 14 years after making his debut for the Turin powerhouse. Del Piero is only the third player in history to reach the mark for Juventus. Bravo you sexy beast, bravo. Now hit the field and give us another 500 orgasms.

BECKHAM BACKLASH
You could have seen this one coming…what would you do if someone showed up at work and did the same job you did-not as well, and got paid 500 times more than you? You’d bitch. And that’s what some Galaxy boys are doing. After David Beckham signed his multi-million dollar deal with the Galaxy, midfielder Peter Vagenas: “I think, as we all are fans of soccer, he is David Beckham and a wise man told me you’re worth what you negotiate, but at the same time, of course there’s resentment, I’d be lying if I said there wasn’t.” (Vagenas earns roughly $125k per year). “He’s not stealing the money,” added Vagenas of Beckham. “On the one hand more power to him and on the other you say ‘why can’t I be getting some of that?” Because my friend, no one knows who the hell you are. David Beckham has long been known as the most recognized athlete alive. He may not bend it like he used to (which really wasn’t ALL that anyway) but panties drop at the site of him and he can sell anything you attach his name to-like tickets…

WE GOT SOME REAL FIGHTS COMING UP

Hello! Love me some fine men who know how to use their fists…Jose Luis Castillo, Juan Urango, and Ricky Hatton weigh in for…who cares- the weigh-ins are far better than the fights.

And Don King has dished up some more treats…Jameel McCline (L) (WBA Super Heavyweight) will face will face Russian monster Nikolay Valuev on January 20th. My moneys on the brutha with the Guns.

A FALLEN HOTTIE

During my hot Spanish imports research, I found Marc Coma. Hottie crashed his bike during the thirteenth stage of the 29th Dakar between Mali and Senegal. Coma hit a tree stump on the track six kilometers away from the ideal route and was thrown against a tree. Initially groggy, Coma stood next to his bike, before giving into the effects of his head injury and lost consciousness. After a few minutes, a medical team helicopter picked him up. Coma: “I got lost around km forty of the special. I was riding off-road and I think that I hit a tree or something. I don’t really know whether I lost consciousness or not, I don’t remember. It wasn’t too heavy but I felt dizzy. I know that I got up again and that I just wasn’t able to stay on the bike. I fell, got up again; I was riding very slowly and I just could stand-alone. Then the helicopter came, I didn’t really know where I was and they brought me here. I seem to be alright. There’s a tiny little thing in one vertebra on the x-rays but I hope it’s nothing serious. It’s a real shame, but I want to say thank you to the team, for their work on all of these day, and to say sorry to the fans and the people who trusted in me. I feel as if I had let them down. But we’ll get up again, come back and try to win again. Thank you.” At the bivouac, the doctors checked over the title-holder, who had by then regained consciousness, before evacuating him to the hospital in Dakar for further examinations. Coma obviously retired form the race and is reportedly doing well.

FRESH MEAT

Finally, a hottie from France that tickles my libido. Say hello to Mathieu Crepel. This 22 year-old treat took 1st place during the FIS Snowboard World Championships Men’s Big Air yesterday in Arosa, Switzerland.

As always, thanks for reading. Delinda
delinda@athlebrities.com