by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell There is often nothing funnier than capturing a facial expression or occurrence at the right time, or, should we say, the most inopportune time. I challenge you, loyal readers, to view the picture below and provide a captivating caption that will cause "the shores a-crowding" with "people all exulting." Should you provide the wittiest of … [Read more...] about O Caption My Caption! Erik Spoelstra 11/28/10
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The Outside World – 11/12/10
By Ian Levy The Outside World is a weekly recap of the best basketball writing and analysis the internet has to offer. - The Pacers made 20 of 21 from the field during the 3rd Quarter of Tuesday's game against Denver. Anyone want to watch all 20 made baskets back to back? - Here's a photo break down of Toronto's defensive "system." If you have stomach problems or are … [Read more...] about The Outside World – 11/12/10
College Sports and Balanced Excellence
by Wally What schools in the NCAA have displayed balanced excellence over the past 5 years? Well, it's actually pretty rare for Div 1 schools to be good in both "Glamor sports" (football and hoops) at the same time. In fact, it's extremely rare over the recent past. The actual question was "Which schools have finished in the AP Top 25 in both sports at least 3 times … [Read more...] about College Sports and Balanced Excellence
We’re #1 !!!
by Wally Well, at least Notre Dame is getting the "college" part of college athletics right. (See article below.) Given Irish athletes' tendency to do very well in the classroom, the cynical part of me (admittedly, a large portion) suggests that ND should start The All-Academic Football Conference with the other members being Duke, Northwestern, Rice, Stanford, Wake … [Read more...] about We’re #1 !!!
CBB Splinters | 9/15/10
By Paul Casey Gotham The chill in the air means one thing: basketball season is near. Ah yes, snow on the ground in the northeast means heat in the gyms. It won't be long. The grandfather clock will chime midnight, and the high tops will hit the hardwood. Here are a few topics to get us salivating. Familiar faces in new places When official team practices begin, a few … [Read more...] about CBB Splinters | 9/15/10