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I’m Jim Calhoun; not Bernard Madoff

March 18, 2009 by Paul Gotham 1 Comment

    by Paul Casey Gotham Jim Calhoun must be wondering if he is the victim of mistaken identity. After a recent diatribe in response to an activist's assertion that his salary lacked  fiscal responsibility, Calhoun has shouldered a bevy of harsh criticism.  Some Connecticut officials have even called for a reprimand of the Husky coach. A quick look at the path … [Read more...] about I’m Jim Calhoun; not Bernard Madoff

Your South Regional Menu

March 18, 2009 by Rey 2 Comments

by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell Welcome to the South Regional Cafe. The South loves its food, so browse the menu and see what your tastes may get you in this year's Southern Bracket. Grits - If you've ever seen My Cousin Vinny and have never been south of the Mason-Dixon line, I'm sure you, too, have pondered what exactly a grit is. It looks like baby cereal with no taste, which … [Read more...] about Your South Regional Menu

Jamie Dixon Playing Hopscotch in a Mine Field

March 17, 2009 by Paul Gotham 1 Comment

  by Paul Casey Gotham and Patrick 'Rey' Reynell Rey!  You watchin' the play-in game or NIT stuff? Watching Devan Downey and Stephen Curry battle it out in what could be Curry's last college game. The tournament is missing out not having these two guards included. You really think it's Curry's last game? Just a chance. Have you checked out the East … [Read more...] about Jamie Dixon Playing Hopscotch in a Mine Field

Coach Pitino And His Motown Monopoly

March 17, 2009 by Paul Gotham 1 Comment

by Paul Casey Gotham Congratulations Coach Pitino! Your accomplishments this season have been impressive. And the NCAA tournament selection committee has certainly taken notice: #1 Overall!  You deserve it. After all winning the Big East regular season title is no small task.  Don't worry we won't mention anything about how you only had to play Pittsburgh and UConn … [Read more...] about Coach Pitino And His Motown Monopoly

The Orange Coats are Coming! The Orange Coats are Coming!

February 28, 2009 by Rey 6 Comments

  by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell   I loved war history in high school. The most intriguing would have to be the Revolutionary War. The idea of an underdog defeating its predecessor and claiming its independence had so many sports equivalents to me. One particular image that sticks in my mind is the "Red Coats." Those bright, audacious uniforms the British wore as … [Read more...] about The Orange Coats are Coming! The Orange Coats are Coming!

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