Michael Vick: Breeder of Dogs
Uh oh. Looks like Michael Vick not only owned that property, but also owns a dog breeding business. At the very same address. Somebody may not have been telling the whole story. Usually, he is so honest. You know, revealing months after the “water bottle” incident that he was carrying jewelry. This may turn out [...]
Indignant Over Not Getting Drafted
The NFL Draft. A day when dreams come true and opportunities for young ballplayers become possible. And when dreams are shattered. Nothing is more enjoyable than when non-draftees voice there displeasure with being overlooked. Especially when they went to a high profile school, were productive….and left early. The indignant surprise with which they and their [...]
A Tough Nutt To Crack
Poor Houston Nutt. Besieged and maligned by “fans” of his own team. Attacked from the front and the rear. A victim of a vicious campaign to expedite his demise. But he is standing strong in the face of his enemies. “I’m not going to crack. I’m not going to crack. They are not going to [...]
What? What can you say!
This has nothing to do with football. The SEC. Or College. But none the less, it is a story you don’t read about every day. Honestly, I don’t even know what to say. By Mike Penner, Times Staff Writer April 26, 2007 During my 23 years with The Times’ sports department, I have held a wide variety of [...]
Florida, Meyer fill gaping hole
The University of Florida announced today that they have filled a hole in the football staff, director of football operations. Meyer introduced the new addition to the staff, Troy Starr: “I’m excited that he is finally joining our staff,” Meyer said. “We have actually tried to hire him on a number of occasions before, but [...]
No More Texting Recruits
In light of the recent recommendation by a special NCdubA committee, the NCAA has said they will ban communication by text from coaches to athletes during recruitment The coaches’ association is trying to convince the NCAA that completely restricting texting is not the appropriate solution. “It’s the most effective way to immediately communicate with prospects and [...]
Colorado State: Ready for All Comers
Colorado State’s spring football term culminated with what can only be seen as a sign that they are ready to take on the world. During a scrimmage , a 4 year old boy was wandering the sidelines near the end zone. A receiver made a play on a pass. And the boy couldn’t get out [...]
