South Panola won another state championship in Mississippi.
6 of last 7 and 8th overall.
103 wins and 2 losses during that span. Dominace.
John Curtis and Evangel battle in the dome on Friday night.
JC has 23 cahmpionships and Evangel 10.
Haynesville goes for their 15th as an underdog.
West Monroe goes for number 6 and is ranked 14 in the nation.
Abilene and Katy appear to be on a collision course in Texas.
Denison and Aledo seem to be the best chance for DFW in the larger schools.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Bama vs Texas
I am happy with these teams being in the NC game.
I thought I could pull for Florida before the game, but when I saw the uniforms I realized that the I just cannot pull against Bama unless LSU has something to gain.
Appears to me (and everyone else outside of Texas,) that Saban's crew is
too big and aggressive for what the Horns. If they struggle with Nebraska's line and scheme, 202 yards total, it could be a long night for the Texas pride.
I do believe that Texas has a chance if they get ahead in the first quarter by more than 7 points. Surviving the physical beating they get will be interesting to watch.
Texas is used to having better athletes than the other Big 12 teams and making 4th quarter comebacks. How will they feel when they are slower and weaker than the competition.
My guess: 31-20 the Tide Rolls for a 13th "claimed" national title.
I thought I could pull for Florida before the game, but when I saw the uniforms I realized that the I just cannot pull against Bama unless LSU has something to gain.
Appears to me (and everyone else outside of Texas,) that Saban's crew is
too big and aggressive for what the Horns. If they struggle with Nebraska's line and scheme, 202 yards total, it could be a long night for the Texas pride.
I do believe that Texas has a chance if they get ahead in the first quarter by more than 7 points. Surviving the physical beating they get will be interesting to watch.
Texas is used to having better athletes than the other Big 12 teams and making 4th quarter comebacks. How will they feel when they are slower and weaker than the competition.
My guess: 31-20 the Tide Rolls for a 13th "claimed" national title.
Kentucky and the Freshman
Watching Kentucky play is just fun, all pressure- all of the time.
The freshmen that Calipari brought in are just ridiculous. This team is every bit as good as the Memphis team that missed free throws to lose the National Championship.
Freshman.
Wall 6'4 is 18ppg, 8 assist, 4 rebounds 2.5 steals. His weakness is shooting less than 30% from 3 but nobody in college can handle him in the open court.
Cousins at 6'11 is at 16ppg, 8rb, 2.6 blocks.
Bledsoe 6'1 10ppg, 50% 3pt,
Wall has won my respect, if there is a better Freshman than him in the last 5 years I haven't seen him play. He is much more diverse on offense than Rose and Beasley.
He is what OJ Mayo was supposed to be. He is a demon in the open court and frequently passes up a contested layup to hit a man on the outside for a 3pt shot.
His defense on the ball is also better than average and appears to have a wingspan around 6'8.
Throw in Patterson and we have an interesting matchup for everyone.
In March this will be a death march for some good teams.
The freshmen that Calipari brought in are just ridiculous. This team is every bit as good as the Memphis team that missed free throws to lose the National Championship.
Freshman.
Wall 6'4 is 18ppg, 8 assist, 4 rebounds 2.5 steals. His weakness is shooting less than 30% from 3 but nobody in college can handle him in the open court.
Cousins at 6'11 is at 16ppg, 8rb, 2.6 blocks.
Bledsoe 6'1 10ppg, 50% 3pt,
Wall has won my respect, if there is a better Freshman than him in the last 5 years I haven't seen him play. He is much more diverse on offense than Rose and Beasley.
He is what OJ Mayo was supposed to be. He is a demon in the open court and frequently passes up a contested layup to hit a man on the outside for a 3pt shot.
His defense on the ball is also better than average and appears to have a wingspan around 6'8.
Throw in Patterson and we have an interesting matchup for everyone.
In March this will be a death march for some good teams.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Radio Talk follow up.
It is funny that you wrote this, Buck and I were discussing radio in Lake Charles at lunch. He listens to Patrick daily. I have had trouble putting up with the arrogance since about the end of his 3rd year at Espn.
He does have great guest, but he does a little too much complaining about the everyday man when making excuses for his athlete friends.
I think Patrick picked up some of Olberman's god syndrome in their love fest.
Buck mentioned that Van Pelt was too slick also. I agree.
Tirico is just, well over the top in his worship. I wonder if he dreams about Eldrick Woods and what excuse he can make for being knocked out on at the scene of a minor accident.
Rivals and Bill King are a something that I enjoy.
I agree with you and wish he would stop taking any call in guest.
The interviews he has with the local media and national organizations is my favorite.
Gallowy is a little to much show and less substance than I like.
But, I do have my favorites segments that I listen to each week.
Mon at 5p with Steve Dennis. Tuesday 525 with Broddus, Wed and Thur during football can have Herbstriet and Mortenson.
I really miss the old school football firing line with Luska and the old historical media guys.
I also like Moseley when they talk football, but the jokes about peoples appearance, weight and religious backgrounds make me want to puke.
I even like The Coop on all sports, not just the Mavs.
As a positive, I think it is much better with the new guy Ian. He seems to get much better interviews and is not hung on BIG 12 hyperbole while giving credit to ACC, Pac 10 and the SEC. It is funny to here them talk about their love for the Saints.
My favorite shows on Fox are always include Chris Landry. College or NFL it is the most informative show. It is also why I like Broddus on Galloway. It figures that they are both from Louisiana.
I also try to record Kipper on ESPN when he is on Saturdays.
I miss Mike Fisher being on the radio in Dallas, he was more receptive to the idea that the player wasn't what you saw on prepared interviews.
My recorder on XM makes traveling and golf more enjoyable. Even though the other golfers probably get tired of my Cowboy shows on the course.
I know I misspelled some of the names above, but I was too lazy to look it up.
j
He does have great guest, but he does a little too much complaining about the everyday man when making excuses for his athlete friends.
I think Patrick picked up some of Olberman's god syndrome in their love fest.
Buck mentioned that Van Pelt was too slick also. I agree.
Tirico is just, well over the top in his worship. I wonder if he dreams about Eldrick Woods and what excuse he can make for being knocked out on at the scene of a minor accident.
Rivals and Bill King are a something that I enjoy.
I agree with you and wish he would stop taking any call in guest.
The interviews he has with the local media and national organizations is my favorite.
Gallowy is a little to much show and less substance than I like.
But, I do have my favorites segments that I listen to each week.
Mon at 5p with Steve Dennis. Tuesday 525 with Broddus, Wed and Thur during football can have Herbstriet and Mortenson.
I really miss the old school football firing line with Luska and the old historical media guys.
I also like Moseley when they talk football, but the jokes about peoples appearance, weight and religious backgrounds make me want to puke.
I even like The Coop on all sports, not just the Mavs.
As a positive, I think it is much better with the new guy Ian. He seems to get much better interviews and is not hung on BIG 12 hyperbole while giving credit to ACC, Pac 10 and the SEC. It is funny to here them talk about their love for the Saints.
My favorite shows on Fox are always include Chris Landry. College or NFL it is the most informative show. It is also why I like Broddus on Galloway. It figures that they are both from Louisiana.
I also try to record Kipper on ESPN when he is on Saturdays.
I miss Mike Fisher being on the radio in Dallas, he was more receptive to the idea that the player wasn't what you saw on prepared interviews.
My recorder on XM makes traveling and golf more enjoyable. Even though the other golfers probably get tired of my Cowboy shows on the course.
I know I misspelled some of the names above, but I was too lazy to look it up.
j
Radio Talk
Just some thoughts on radio personalities/shows. I've come to really like Doug Gotlieb. He is prepared, witty, down to earth, and what he says makes sense to me. I enjoy Mike & Mike because of the span of their show and the experts they routinely have on. I'm sick of Galloway and rarely listen anymore. The down home act has just worn thin with me. I still love to catch Dan Patrick when I can. He's slick, but somehow stays just under the too-slick line for me. Rivals is awesome, but I'm getting a little tired of the repeat callers like the blowhard in Ohio, Terry. Sometimes I really like the Brando show, but he can sometimes get off on subjects like gambling and lose me. I like his angles though. He is thoughtful and brings some interesting non-traditional views. The NFL network on Sirius is just not very good to me at all. The people doing their shows are incredibly boring and they think too much of themselves. I fill in the spaces with Mad Dog and find some of their stuff OK. All in all, I'm pretty content and can fill my drive time with good stuff most of the time.
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The Cane Fields of FL
The towns of Belle Glade & Pahokee boast a combined population of 25k and change. The 2 schools have a combined enrollment of about 1,700, which is about the size of one graduating class at Allen High. They have put 48 players in the NFL since 1970. Since then together they have won at least 11 state titles. Some recent names include Santonio Holmes, Fred Taylor, & Anquan Boldin. The two teams currently have 17 players with Div 1 offers. That is just sick.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Florida State against National Champions
87- Miami 1 pt. loss...went for 2.
88- Miami - ND won the majority of the polls.
89- Miami - Won.
90- Miami
91- Miami - wide right
92- Miami lost to bama- wide right2.
93- National Champs. Nebraska. wide left.
96- Florida- beat loss. loss in rematch.
98- Tennesse
99-National Champs - Oklahoma.
00-Oklahoma
Record against National Champions during 14 years stretch.
4-8
They were definitely part of the decision.
88- Miami - ND won the majority of the polls.
89- Miami - Won.
90- Miami
91- Miami - wide right
92- Miami lost to bama- wide right2.
93- National Champs. Nebraska. wide left.
96- Florida- beat loss. loss in rematch.
98- Tennesse
99-National Champs - Oklahoma.
00-Oklahoma
Record against National Champions during 14 years stretch.
4-8
They were definitely part of the decision.
Bobby Bowden Comments
We need a memorial to Bowden.
I do not have time to explain the great job he did.
As a start, I think it was the biggest change I have witnessed in College Football.
I vividly remember the change after 1976, the scheduling and visiting all fo the SEC schools.
Florida State prior to 76 was as close to a Baylor or Rice as any other schools I can think of in regard to location, talent in the area, with no great history.
For 30 years, not only did he remind me of my uncle in his mannerism's, but he was quick witted, funny, ingenious in play calling. He had no fear when calling a game, I wish I knew how many times he went for 2 pts or on 4th down.
The Histoical Truth:
It started with the 1987 FSU team finishing at 11-1, which started a streak of 14 consecutive seasons with 10 victories or more.
The Seminoles finished in the top 5 of the final Associated Press Top 25 poll every season from 1987 to 2000. 27 straight bowls....
Prior to Bowden 51% winning 157-136-14.
AB- 309-91-4- 72%
Florida State played against a national champion 12 times during that 14 year span.
Record- 4 wins- 8 losses.
How Great is this fact?
Two points of reference:
Point 1. The Pete Carroll and USC love fest during the 21st century vs Bowden at FSU.
Carroll's second year at USC they went 11-2.
This continued for a great 7 year streak of 10wins and top 5's.
Now USC's streak is over and Bowden's dynasty should be appreciated even more.
Point 2: Joe Pa has never won 10 games more than 2 years in a row and numerous missed bowl opportunities while playing in the inferior talent of the Northeast.
It was fun and Bowden should be mentioned with the Bear and Bud.
J
I do not have time to explain the great job he did.
As a start, I think it was the biggest change I have witnessed in College Football.
I vividly remember the change after 1976, the scheduling and visiting all fo the SEC schools.
Florida State prior to 76 was as close to a Baylor or Rice as any other schools I can think of in regard to location, talent in the area, with no great history.
For 30 years, not only did he remind me of my uncle in his mannerism's, but he was quick witted, funny, ingenious in play calling. He had no fear when calling a game, I wish I knew how many times he went for 2 pts or on 4th down.
The Histoical Truth:
It started with the 1987 FSU team finishing at 11-1, which started a streak of 14 consecutive seasons with 10 victories or more.
The Seminoles finished in the top 5 of the final Associated Press Top 25 poll every season from 1987 to 2000. 27 straight bowls....
Prior to Bowden 51% winning 157-136-14.
AB- 309-91-4- 72%
Florida State played against a national champion 12 times during that 14 year span.
Record- 4 wins- 8 losses.
How Great is this fact?
Two points of reference:
Point 1. The Pete Carroll and USC love fest during the 21st century vs Bowden at FSU.
Carroll's second year at USC they went 11-2.
This continued for a great 7 year streak of 10wins and top 5's.
Now USC's streak is over and Bowden's dynasty should be appreciated even more.
Point 2: Joe Pa has never won 10 games more than 2 years in a row and numerous missed bowl opportunities while playing in the inferior talent of the Northeast.
It was fun and Bowden should be mentioned with the Bear and Bud.
J
Best team in the NFL. Saints?
Only 1 team is in the top 5 in all categories of offense.
Saints 5th in Rushing - The top 4 all have losing record.
4th in Passing but 1st in yards per play 9.1
1st in Scoring 37
1st in Yards
1st in yds per play 6.6
15th in Defense- 20 Pt per game.
1st in point differential. 17per game. Pats were 20 pts when they were caught cheating.
My thoughts- Payton is special and with a little luck my prediction of 2 Super Bowls will hold up.
He is Martz with more control, a Coryell in the making with his offense that makes the defenses cover wr's with single coverage. It is funny listening to people give the wr's, rb's, and qb credit and never mention the incredible mismatches the coach has set up. No team gets more one on one coverage than Payton.
Time will tell if he can be a Landry, Walsh or Gibbs: meaning do it with different players while establishing great defenses and top offenses at the same time.
As a bearing of the past the 49ers and Cowboys were the only teams with top 5 rushing and passing during the early 90's.
Pretty good company for the Saints.
j
Saints 5th in Rushing - The top 4 all have losing record.
4th in Passing but 1st in yards per play 9.1
1st in Scoring 37
1st in Yards
1st in yds per play 6.6
15th in Defense- 20 Pt per game.
1st in point differential. 17per game. Pats were 20 pts when they were caught cheating.
My thoughts- Payton is special and with a little luck my prediction of 2 Super Bowls will hold up.
He is Martz with more control, a Coryell in the making with his offense that makes the defenses cover wr's with single coverage. It is funny listening to people give the wr's, rb's, and qb credit and never mention the incredible mismatches the coach has set up. No team gets more one on one coverage than Payton.
Time will tell if he can be a Landry, Walsh or Gibbs: meaning do it with different players while establishing great defenses and top offenses at the same time.
As a bearing of the past the 49ers and Cowboys were the only teams with top 5 rushing and passing during the early 90's.
Pretty good company for the Saints.
j
Big Ben
As you know, I have not been a big Ben fan since I saw his first interview.
When you combine his delusions of superiority with his inaccuracy and arrogance and I have good reason for some dislike.
I will have to side with Ben on his decision to admit to headaches prior to the game. The fact that Hines Ward came out publicly questioning his decision and people at ESPN are reporting that 50% of the locker room doubt the qb is ridiculous.
I have liked Ward in the past, but this holier than though from winning a SB is getting out of hand.
j
When you combine his delusions of superiority with his inaccuracy and arrogance and I have good reason for some dislike.
I will have to side with Ben on his decision to admit to headaches prior to the game. The fact that Hines Ward came out publicly questioning his decision and people at ESPN are reporting that 50% of the locker room doubt the qb is ridiculous.
I have liked Ward in the past, but this holier than though from winning a SB is getting out of hand.
j
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