Frank Nunns O'Connell

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Frank Nunns O'Connell

I am a graduate in BA Journalism from City University that is currently interning at CNN Sport.

My main passion is Sports Journalism, particularly Football, Basketball and American Football. But I also have experience in feature writing, social media and broadcast journalism.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops 55 in second straight double OT win as OKC Thunder outlast Indiana Pacers in NBA Finals rematch | CNN

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in a career-high 55 points as the Thunder outlasted the Indiana Pacers 141-135 on Thursday in what was Oklahoma City’s second straight double-overtime victory to begin the season.



In a rematch of last season’s NBA Finals – which went the full seven games – the two squads proved again that there was little to separate them as neither led by more than seven points in the 58-minute affair.



Although the reigning MVP blew up...
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From homegrown to home runs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is the Toronto Blue Jays’ postseason hero heading into the Fall Classic | CNN

The most beloved athlete in Canada right now might be Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.



The 26-year-old slugger, who signed with the Blue Jays organization in 2015 and has played his entire big league career with the team since 2019, has set the world alight in this year’s MLB playoffs – leading Toronto to its first World Series appearance since 1993.



The landmark run has come behind Guerrero Jr.’s astounding batting; he’s gone .4...
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The NBA is at its international peak, but British players still can’t break through | CNN

The NBA is being hit by an international storm, attracting athletes from all corners of the world. At the start of the 2024-25 season, the league announced that a record-tying 125 international players were on opening night rosters.



Those 125 players came from 43 countries, including Australia, Germany, France, Cameroon and Serbia.



Fast-forward to the 2025 NBA draft. Behind the flashing lights and celebratory fireworks surrounding top prospects Coope...
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Minnesota Vikings edge Cleveland Browns with late touchdown to open 2025 NFL London games | CNN

Minnesota wide receiver Jordan Addison scored a late touchdown, as the Vikings beat the Cleveland Browns 21-17 to open the NFL’s (National Football League) 2025 London series.



Although the crowd was overwhelmingly Vikings dominant, the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was a sea of colors from various teams – as has become a staple of games in Europe over the years with 61,082 fans filling out the raucous soccer-turned-NFL arena.



The Vikings were looking to...
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Amanda Anisimova holds off Linda Nosková to claim China Open title | CNN

Two-time grand slam finalist Amanda Anisimova claimed the China Open women’s title on Sunday with a 6-0, 2-6, 6-2 win over Czech player Linda Nosková.



Anisimova, runner-up at Wimbledon and the US Open in 2025, claimed victory in Beijing despite Nosková posing a significant challenge in the second set.



It was a challenge that arrived duly, as Nosková won just 12 points in a 23-minute opening set. Anisimova looked well on her way to claiming victory to...
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US sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ‘not satisfied’ after gold-medal sweep at World Championships | CNN

Just over 13 months ago, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden was claiming a bronze medal after finishing third in the women’s 100m sprint at the Paris Olympics. Despite not claiming the sought after title of “Fastest Woman on Earth,” Jefferson’s smile was still broad and her energy upbeat.



Fast forward to September 21 this year, and Jefferson-Wooden’s smile was still beaming, but the medal around her neck was glistening brighter than ever before.



The South Caro...
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Las Vegas Aces end Indiana Fever’s magical run in overtime Game 5 win to reach WNBA Finals | CNN

The Las Vegas Aces survived a thriller Tuesday night to advance to the WNBA Finals for the fourth time in six years after a dramatic 107-98 overtime win against the Indiana Fever.



Behind the immense offensive contribution of veteran guard Chelsea Gray in overtime, the Aces clinched a Finals berth against Phoenix after the Mercury toppled the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday.



Although A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young were dominant – pouring in a combined 67 point...
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Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum says he hasn’t ‘ruled off playing this season’ as he continues his long recovery from injury | CNN

When Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles tendon lunging for a loose ball in the final minutes of a playoff game against the New York Knicks in May, it felt like a crumbling moment in what has been a stellar career for the 2024 NBA champion.



Tatum clutched his ankle and writhed in agony on the hardwood of Madison Square Garden before being wheeled to the locker room, head in hands. The moment marked a major setback for the six-time NBA All-Star, condemning hi...
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The Seattle Gamble: Is Sam Darnold the Answer? - Kade's Draft Room

On March 13, 2024, Sam Darnold penned a $10 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings with the plan of backing up newly drafted J.J. McCarthy. Fast forward 12 months: after a season ending McCarthy injury and a career year for Darnold, he found himself as one of the top free agents on the market.


Upon signing a 3-year $100 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks, the seven-year veteran faces expectations he hasn’t had before. A new challenge awaits, one shaped with a team transitioning...

Key Skills

. Confident editing ability in Adobe Premiere Pro

. Strong knowledge of Adobe Audition

. Strong knowledge of Adobe InDesign

NBA blog

I recently started my own basketball blog. I aim to post regular pieces on the NBA as the season progresses, ranging from long form features to easy read listicles.

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