By Paul Gotham Setting: It's time for an SEC showdown at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on the University of Florida campus. John Calipari comes calling with his No. 2 Kentucky Wildcats (16-0/1-0) to take on Billy Donovan and his Florida Gators (11-4/0-1). Plot: After beginning the season with eight victories, the Gators have limped through a 3-4 stretch with losses to … [Read more...] about Kentucky-Florida: Tale Of The Tape
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John Calipari and Pete Carroll: Leaving The Scene of The Crime
By Paul Gotham If all goes as planned, the Seattle Seahawks will announce Pete Carroll as their new coach early this week. The two sides continue to negotiate the extent of Carroll's potential role with the NFC West team. Carroll leaves behind a USC program that he led to 97 wins including a 55-19 victory over Oklahoma in the 2005 BCS title game. Carroll's potential … [Read more...] about John Calipari and Pete Carroll: Leaving The Scene of The Crime
CBB Splinters | December 16, 2009
By Paul Gotham Sunday sweep for the A-10 Rumors of the Atlantic 10's demise appear greatly exaggerated, at least for now. After a sluggish November characterized more as opportunities lost rather than seizing chances, the A-10 seems to have landed on its feet. In a pair of intra-city rivalries, Xavier downed Cincinnati, 83-79 in a double overtime classic, and Temple took … [Read more...] about CBB Splinters | December 16, 2009
College Hoops Countdown | #7 Kentucky
Leading up to the 2009 NIT Season Tip Off on November 16th, Pickin' Splinters will be counting down the top 25 of the college hardwood nation. '08 - '09 Results: 22 - 14 (8 - 8 SEC) Lost in the third round of the NIT Tournament to Notre Dame, 77 - 67. Coach: John Calipari (first season) 444 - 140 17 seasons Key Returners: Patrick Patterson - 17.9ppg, … [Read more...] about College Hoops Countdown | #7 Kentucky
What Now Coach ‘Refuse To Lose’?
By Paul Gotham It's one thing to lose - make sure you don't lose twice. Sage advice shared by many a coach. In the past, the suggestion of such words offered perspective for young athletes. Losing a single contest should serve as an opportunity for learning. One needs to make sure to not lose respect through such a process - respect for the opponent, respect for the … [Read more...] about What Now Coach ‘Refuse To Lose’?