DLJ:
Nevada (+14) at Boise State - Nevada
Clemson at South Carolina (+3) - South Carolina
Ok State (+10) at Oklahoma - Ok State
New Mexico (+44 1/2) at TCU - New Mexico
Utah (+7 1/2) at BYU - Utah
Baylor at TT (-21) - TT
Navy (-10) at Hawaii - Navy
BMG:
NIU at Cen. Mich (-13 1/2) - Cem. Mich
Bama (-10) at AUB - Bama
Clem (-3) at SC - Clem
Ok St at Ok (-8) - Ok St
UGA at GT m(-7 1/1) - GT
Ark at LSU (-3 1/2) - LSU
Utah St at Idaho (-3) - Idaho
TMG:
Wash st (+24 1/2) at UW - Wash St
FSU (+24 1/2) at Fla - FSU
Va Tech (-16) at VA - VA
TCU (-44) at NM - TCU
Ok (-8) at OK state - Ok
Cuse (+14) at Uconn - Cuse
Boise St (-14) at Nevada - Boise St
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
An Issue of Leadership
After UVM's second lopsided loss of the season, a 6-2 drubbing from UMass, coach Kenvin Sneddon said, "We’ve got a lot of talent in there and it’s just not coming together for whatever reason right now."
I have a suspicion that one of the reasons for the team's up and down start is ineffective leadership. A harsh statement for sure but I don't totally fault this year's captains, Kevan Miller and Brian Roloff, for not providing the same level of leadership of Peter Lenes, Dean Strong, and Corey Carlson. Leadership like other skills improves with practice. Peter and Corey served as Assistant Captains for two years. As Captain, Dean led the Cats for two year too. Kevan and Brian will grow into their roles, but it will take time. That said, a loss like the one last night really makes you appreciate what Peter, Dean, and Corey brought to the team.
I also have the suspicion that one of the reasons "it's just not coming together" for the men's hockey team is that current players, maybe non more so than the freshman, are feeling a level of entitlement after the trip to the Frozen Four last year. Hopefully Kevan and Brian can impress upon the team that playing in the post season is earned but if not, I expect coach Sneddon's new policy of "tough love" to go a long way.
I have a suspicion that one of the reasons for the team's up and down start is ineffective leadership. A harsh statement for sure but I don't totally fault this year's captains, Kevan Miller and Brian Roloff, for not providing the same level of leadership of Peter Lenes, Dean Strong, and Corey Carlson. Leadership like other skills improves with practice. Peter and Corey served as Assistant Captains for two years. As Captain, Dean led the Cats for two year too. Kevan and Brian will grow into their roles, but it will take time. That said, a loss like the one last night really makes you appreciate what Peter, Dean, and Corey brought to the team.
I also have the suspicion that one of the reasons "it's just not coming together" for the men's hockey team is that current players, maybe non more so than the freshman, are feeling a level of entitlement after the trip to the Frozen Four last year. Hopefully Kevan and Brian can impress upon the team that playing in the post season is earned but if not, I expect coach Sneddon's new policy of "tough love" to go a long way.
Monday, November 23, 2009
I Made the Yankee Hat More Famous than a Yankee Can
"I made the Yankee hat more famous than a Yankee can". J-Z sang this line, which is from his new anthem "Empire State of Mind", in front of thousands of Yankee fans and players prior to the second game of the World Series. Funny right?
Click here for a good piece about it from the New York Times
Click here for a good piece about it from the New York Times
Friday, November 20, 2009
UVM Woman's Basketball - Behind the Scenes
Pretty cool video of the lady Cats from their trip to NC State. After hearing their pre-game cheer it should become obvious just how influential Drew Brees' warm up chant has become. The Cats' cheer sounds very similar. Just don't forget where he got it from - the Marines.
Drew Brees
Catamounts in NC
Drew Brees
Catamounts in NC
Weight issues are root of Mangino's problems - KansasCity.com
The following article is an interesting piece about how Kansas Jaw Hawks coach Mark Mangino's problems all stem from his weight. For those unfamiliar with the current situation at Kansas, it involves the possibility of verbal abuse by Mangino towards some of his players. The article got me thinking about the broader issue of image in college football.
As many of us know, the embattled Charlie Weis has certainly had his difficulties at Notre Dame. Could part of the problem be Charlie's weight? Are high school seniors and juniors less inclined to play for a heavy set coach? As I think about the top coaches in college football, not one of them is overweight - Urban Myer, Pete Carroll, Nick Saban, Gary Patterson, Chris Peterson, ect. Now think about the heavier set coaches - Charlie Weiss, Mark Mangino, Ralph Friedgen and don't forget Mike Locksley at New Mexico. If what Jason Whitlock is saying is true about Mangino, perhaps Charlie's, Ralph's, and Mike's woes are the result of a similar issue - weight.
Not too long ago I head Colin Cowherd say on his radio show that Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher would make a terrific college coach. One of Colin's reasons was his looks. Jeff, as a handsome guy would be very effective in living rooms recruiting players and coupled with his experience would have success at the college level. Colin said this during the Titans rough opening to the 2009 season.
Maybe image, weight, and a coaches looks play a larger role in college football than we realize or would like to admit.
Enjoy the article
Weight issues are root of Mangino's problems - KansasCity.com
PS - It's difficult to name too many heavy set coaches isn't it?? Interesting.
As many of us know, the embattled Charlie Weis has certainly had his difficulties at Notre Dame. Could part of the problem be Charlie's weight? Are high school seniors and juniors less inclined to play for a heavy set coach? As I think about the top coaches in college football, not one of them is overweight - Urban Myer, Pete Carroll, Nick Saban, Gary Patterson, Chris Peterson, ect. Now think about the heavier set coaches - Charlie Weiss, Mark Mangino, Ralph Friedgen and don't forget Mike Locksley at New Mexico. If what Jason Whitlock is saying is true about Mangino, perhaps Charlie's, Ralph's, and Mike's woes are the result of a similar issue - weight.
Not too long ago I head Colin Cowherd say on his radio show that Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher would make a terrific college coach. One of Colin's reasons was his looks. Jeff, as a handsome guy would be very effective in living rooms recruiting players and coupled with his experience would have success at the college level. Colin said this during the Titans rough opening to the 2009 season.
Maybe image, weight, and a coaches looks play a larger role in college football than we realize or would like to admit.
Enjoy the article
Weight issues are root of Mangino's problems - KansasCity.com
PS - It's difficult to name too many heavy set coaches isn't it?? Interesting.
College Football Week 12
DLJ:
Boise State (-24) at Utah State - Boise St
Minn. at Iowa (-10) - Iowa
Rutgers (-9) at Syracuse - Rutgers
LSU (+4) at ole Miss. - LSU
Cal at Stanford (-8) - Stanford
Kansas at Texas (-27 1/2) - Texas
K State (+17) at Nebraska - K State
Boise State (-24) at Utah State - Boise St
Minn. at Iowa (-10) - Iowa
Rutgers (-9) at Syracuse - Rutgers
LSU (+4) at ole Miss. - LSU
Cal at Stanford (-8) - Stanford
Kansas at Texas (-27 1/2) - Texas
K State (+17) at Nebraska - K State
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
UVM Goalies - A Closer Look
Looks like Mike Spillane and Rob Madore have some new helmets this year. Check them out...
(last year's)
(this year)
(last year's)
Friday, November 13, 2009
UConn Needs To Keep Dynamic Dyson On Court -- Courant.com
Nice article about former Proctor Academy star, Jerome Dyson.
UConn Needs To Keep Dynamic Dyson On Court -- Courant.com
UConn Needs To Keep Dynamic Dyson On Court -- Courant.com
Thursday, November 12, 2009
College Football Week 11
DLJ:
South Florida (+2 1/2) at Rutgers - South Florida
Northwestern (+4) at Illinois - Northwestern
Clemson (-8) at NC State - Clemson
Texas (-24) at Baylor - Texas
BYU (-27) at New Mexico - BYU
Fresno State (+7) at Nevada - Fresno State
Utah (+19 1/2) at TCU - Utah
BMG:
South Florida (+2 1/2) at Rutgers - South Florida
Northwestern (+4) at Illinois - Northwestern
Clemson (-8) at NC State - Clemson
Texas (-24) at Baylor - Texas
BYU (-27) at New Mexico - BYU
Fresno State (+7) at Nevada - Fresno State
Utah (+19 1/2) at TCU - Utah
BMG:
WVU v Cincinnati (-9)- Cincy
Indiana v PSU (-25)- Indiana
Houston (-5.5) v UCF- Houston
Mizzo v KState (Pick)- KState
Boston Colllege (-4.5) v UVA- BC
Idaho v Boise St (-31.5)- Idaho
Notre Dame v Pittsburgh (-7)- Pittsburgh
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Boise State AD acknowledges scheduling issues
The following article brings up two points that I feel are worth sharing. First of all it demonstrates another negative affect that the BCS "system" has on college football. Secondly, it bring up the notion of one team paying another $1 million dollars to play a football game, serving as a reminder that college football is indeed a business. Lastly, with a home field record of 52-2, one might suggest that Boise State has more than a home field advantage with their blue turf.
Boise State AD acknowledges scheduling issues
As a result of the BCS, teams from the automatic qualifying conferences have no interest or incentive to play teams such as Boise State, now that the BCS determines a national champion. They have nothing to gain and everything to lose. It is no fault of Boise State that they have problems scheduling games, but as I've said before, they are being punished before the season ever starts. This issue is clearly real and I'm glad Boise State is vocalizing their difficulties.
Even in our current world picture where corporations are being bailed out with the assistance of hundreds of millions of dollars, paying $1 million for a football game seems excessive. That said, college football is a business and this story shows just how big a business it is.
On a final note, do you think the blue smurf turf that Boise State plays on serves as more than just a home field advantage? Do you think the NCAA should look into the fairness of asking visiting teams to play on such a dramatically different surface? Food for thought. Then again, maybe their terrific home record is due to visiting teams becoming dizzy from looking at their fans...
Boise State AD acknowledges scheduling issues
As a result of the BCS, teams from the automatic qualifying conferences have no interest or incentive to play teams such as Boise State, now that the BCS determines a national champion. They have nothing to gain and everything to lose. It is no fault of Boise State that they have problems scheduling games, but as I've said before, they are being punished before the season ever starts. This issue is clearly real and I'm glad Boise State is vocalizing their difficulties.
Even in our current world picture where corporations are being bailed out with the assistance of hundreds of millions of dollars, paying $1 million for a football game seems excessive. That said, college football is a business and this story shows just how big a business it is.
On a final note, do you think the blue smurf turf that Boise State plays on serves as more than just a home field advantage? Do you think the NCAA should look into the fairness of asking visiting teams to play on such a dramatically different surface? Food for thought. Then again, maybe their terrific home record is due to visiting teams becoming dizzy from looking at their fans...
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Cats Show Off New Look in '09
The men's basketball team at the University of Vermont took another step toward legitimacy when they introduced their uniforms this year. In the past, the team's look has been dated - the yellow piping along the neck and arms in particular - but that has since changed.
(last year)
This year, Nike created a clean look for the Cats (an improvement) but the VCat logo on the right leg is still questionable. Check out the new home whites...
(last year)
Monday, November 9, 2009
The Buffs Won a Game!
The Buffs winning is a rarity so I had to share highlights from this weeks game versus Texas AM
Highlights
Highlights
UVM vs Providence
UVM defeated Providence 3-0.
Click here for highlights
Photos
Mike Spillane was the goaltender for this game and it'll be interesting to see how much playing time he gets going forward.
Click here for highlights
Photos
Mike Spillane was the goaltender for this game and it'll be interesting to see how much playing time he gets going forward.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009
She Makes Brandon Spikes Look Like Teddy Bear
Check out this tussle during a recent BYU and New Mexico soccer game.
The eye gauge comitted by Florida's Brandon Spike suddenly doesn't look so bad.
Click here for video
The eye gauge comitted by Florida's Brandon Spike suddenly doesn't look so bad.
Click here for video
Thursday, November 5, 2009
College Football Week 10
DLJ:
W. Michigan at Michigan State (-20) - Mich. State
Syracuse at Pitt (-21 1/2) - Pitt
Illinois (-7) at Minn. - Illinois
Baylor at Missouri (-14) - Missouri
Ok. State (-7 1/2) at Iowa State - Ok. State
Virginia at Miami (-14) - Miami
Oklahoma (-6) at Nebraska - Oklahoma
W. Michigan at Michigan State (-20) - Mich. State
Syracuse at Pitt (-21 1/2) - Pitt
Illinois (-7) at Minn. - Illinois
Baylor at Missouri (-14) - Missouri
Ok. State (-7 1/2) at Iowa State - Ok. State
Virginia at Miami (-14) - Miami
Oklahoma (-6) at Nebraska - Oklahoma
Long Road for Former Catamount
Great story of how UVM's own, Tim Thomas made it to the NHL.
University Communications : University of Vermont
University Communications : University of Vermont
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
The There Were Four
Only four homes games this season for the Men's Lacrosse team?!?!
Give me a break.
Schedule and Results : Men's Lacrosse : University of Vermont
While I'm at it let me go on record by saying UVM will finish 5-11, beating Bryant, Marist, VMI, Binghamton, and Hartford.
Hopefully I'm wrong and they can pull an upset somewhere along the road.
Give me a break.
Schedule and Results : Men's Lacrosse : University of Vermont
While I'm at it let me go on record by saying UVM will finish 5-11, beating Bryant, Marist, VMI, Binghamton, and Hartford.
Hopefully I'm wrong and they can pull an upset somewhere along the road.
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