With one second left in the game Hawaii quarterback Ikaika Woolsey threw it up for grabs in the end zone and receiver Marcus Kemp out jumped UNLV's Tajh Hasson to haul in the game winner for the Rainbow Warriors 37-35.
"You know I’ve been coaching for a long time and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a win like this." Hawaii head coach Norn Chow said.
Showing posts with label Mountain West Conference. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mountain West Conference. Show all posts
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Nevada Holds Wazzou Offense To 13 Points, Wolfpack Defeats Cougars 24-13 In Mountain West/Pac-12 Showdown
The Mountain West Conference has an inferiority complex out west to the Pac-12 conference.
Whenever the MWC has a chance to go up against a Pac-12 school well the amp it up a notch.
Look at Friday nights Nevada - Washington State in a rare game where a Pac-12 school travelled to Reno.
The Wolfpack played like they had something to prove in defeating the Cougars 24-13.
"It was ugly, wasn’t always pretty, but the one thing you couldn’t measure is the heart of our kids." Nevada head coach Brian Polian said.
That heart came from the Nevada defense who took a hard hat and lunch pail approach to the game. The Wolfpack defense gave up 427 yards of total offense but kept Washington State's offense to just 13 points.
To Nevada defensive end Brian Hekking the explanation is rather simple.
"Honestly, because we wanted it more," Hekking said
"You look at a Pac-12 opponent - they've got all the bells and whistles, the nice uniforms and all that. We are just blue-collar guys," Hekking said. "But our senior class has made it a point to love the game of football and every single chance we have, to leave it out on the field and empty in the tank."
"We held a Mike Leech offense to 13 points, and that is an incredible statement to our defense." Polian said.
Whenever the MWC has a chance to go up against a Pac-12 school well the amp it up a notch.
Look at Friday nights Nevada - Washington State in a rare game where a Pac-12 school travelled to Reno.
The Wolfpack played like they had something to prove in defeating the Cougars 24-13.
"It was ugly, wasn’t always pretty, but the one thing you couldn’t measure is the heart of our kids." Nevada head coach Brian Polian said.
That heart came from the Nevada defense who took a hard hat and lunch pail approach to the game. The Wolfpack defense gave up 427 yards of total offense but kept Washington State's offense to just 13 points.
To Nevada defensive end Brian Hekking the explanation is rather simple.
"Honestly, because we wanted it more," Hekking said
"You look at a Pac-12 opponent - they've got all the bells and whistles, the nice uniforms and all that. We are just blue-collar guys," Hekking said. "But our senior class has made it a point to love the game of football and every single chance we have, to leave it out on the field and empty in the tank."
"We held a Mike Leech offense to 13 points, and that is an incredible statement to our defense." Polian said.
FOR #NEVADA to hold a TEAM that scored 38 Pts last week; and contain that TEAM to 13 TONIGHT, speaks volumes of WOLFPACK Football.
— Steven L. (@SLehr81) September 6, 2014
Great win tonight for Nevada! The country got to see what Wolf Pack football is all about!
— Derek Neff (@d_neff) September 6, 2014
Nevada Wolf Pack, still alive for the college football playoff.
— Luke Walker (@LukeWalkitout) September 6, 2014
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Colorado State Takes The First Step Toward The Climb, Take Rocky Mountain Showdown Over Colorado
Old school coaches would love how Colorado State defeated Colorado Friday night in Denver 31-17.
Run, Run and Run some more.
Not necessarily three yards and a cloud of dust but effective.
Colorado State running back Dee Hart (139 yards rushing) and Treyous Jarrells (121 rushing yards) gave the Rams two 100 yard rushers in a game for the first time since 2002.
"I felt really good about our running back situation, and they didn't disappoint." Colorado State head coach Jim McElwain said.
"It will be fun to have those guys back there." Colorado State quarterback Garrett Grayson said. "It is a huge security blanket for me to know that we can run the ball like that."
"It's a huge win." McElwain said. "I can't tell you how happy I am for the people of Colorado State University. Those kids in that locker room, that prepared to go win a football game like a good team should. There wasn't any talking or any of that stuff. They just went out and played good football. The way Colorado State Rams should."
Raise the Rocky Mountain Showdown trophy coach. The Rams deserve it.
Run, Run and Run some more.
Not necessarily three yards and a cloud of dust but effective.
Colorado State running back Dee Hart (139 yards rushing) and Treyous Jarrells (121 rushing yards) gave the Rams two 100 yard rushers in a game for the first time since 2002.
"I felt really good about our running back situation, and they didn't disappoint." Colorado State head coach Jim McElwain said.
"It will be fun to have those guys back there." Colorado State quarterback Garrett Grayson said. "It is a huge security blanket for me to know that we can run the ball like that."
"It's a huge win." McElwain said. "I can't tell you how happy I am for the people of Colorado State University. Those kids in that locker room, that prepared to go win a football game like a good team should. There wasn't any talking or any of that stuff. They just went out and played good football. The way Colorado State Rams should."
Raise the Rocky Mountain Showdown trophy coach. The Rams deserve it.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Could Hawai'i Lose Football...???
According to a piece in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, it could be the nuclear option for an athletics program that is facing a $3-million shortfall for the upcoming season.
Hawai'i AD Ben Jay and president David Lassner are facing the Board of Regents asking for some state help to keep athletics alive in some form or fashion. Jay maintained that, in the meeting, the university has operated at a deficit 11 of the last 13 years.
And this is the down side to all those bowl games and being as geographically separated as they have been in the Mountain West Conference.
Ferd Lewis' piece in the paper has the details:
"I think, in my mind, it has to come from the state. In part, I'm asking this board, President (David Lassner) and the UH-Manoa leadership to support and ask the legislature for direct for direct funding support for the athletic program," Jay said.
But, if football (the biggest money maker for the program) goes away, the other programs could be worse off more than currently.
More when we know more, but, in the interim...
Here's highlights from the 2014 Warrior Bowl on campus- the spring game for the Warriors
Hawai'i AD Ben Jay and president David Lassner are facing the Board of Regents asking for some state help to keep athletics alive in some form or fashion. Jay maintained that, in the meeting, the university has operated at a deficit 11 of the last 13 years.
And this is the down side to all those bowl games and being as geographically separated as they have been in the Mountain West Conference.
Ferd Lewis' piece in the paper has the details:
"I think, in my mind, it has to come from the state. In part, I'm asking this board, President (David Lassner) and the UH-Manoa leadership to support and ask the legislature for direct for direct funding support for the athletic program," Jay said.
But, if football (the biggest money maker for the program) goes away, the other programs could be worse off more than currently.
More when we know more, but, in the interim...
Here's highlights from the 2014 Warrior Bowl on campus- the spring game for the Warriors
Monday, March 17, 2014
SDSU Play-by Play Voice Ted Leitner's Melt Down During Mountain West Tournament Broadcast
Ted Leitner is an institution on the San Diego sports scene. Leitner calls San Diego State basketball and the Aztecs were playing New Mexico in the Mountain West Tournament final and lost to the Lobos 64-58 and during the broadcast Leitner lost his mind
It seems security in Las Vegas was concerned about his suitcase.
Take a listen.
Now that's a great listen.
It seems security in Las Vegas was concerned about his suitcase.
Take a listen.
Now that's a great listen.
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Wyoming Causes Another Court Storming
((HT: WyoAthletics))
Upsetting San Diego State will do that...
Riley Grabau had 17 points and we now know where Larry Nance's son is playing hoops...
Larry Nance, Junior added 14 to lead to the 68-62 upset of 5th-ranked San Diego State. It is the Cowboys (15-9, 6-5 Mountain West Conference) first upset of a top-five opponent since 1998- breaking a 20-game winning streak for the Aztecs (21-2, 10-1 Mountain West Conference) at the same time...
The Pokes by led by as many as 16 in the second half... after a 1-for-7 start from the field early in the game...
“I am so proud of the guys on this team,” Wyoming head coach Larry Shyatt said postgame. “I told them after the Vegas game the other day that there may not be many people who will tell you the truth, but I’m going to tell you the truth, ‘You’re a heck of a team. You compete. You’ve been in five last possession games this year, and won three of those. You’re winners and somewhere there is a rainbow coming.’ I didn’t know it was coming tonight, but thank heaven it did.”
Upsetting San Diego State will do that...
Riley Grabau had 17 points and we now know where Larry Nance's son is playing hoops...
Larry Nance, Junior added 14 to lead to the 68-62 upset of 5th-ranked San Diego State. It is the Cowboys (15-9, 6-5 Mountain West Conference) first upset of a top-five opponent since 1998- breaking a 20-game winning streak for the Aztecs (21-2, 10-1 Mountain West Conference) at the same time...
The Pokes by led by as many as 16 in the second half... after a 1-for-7 start from the field early in the game...
“I am so proud of the guys on this team,” Wyoming head coach Larry Shyatt said postgame. “I told them after the Vegas game the other day that there may not be many people who will tell you the truth, but I’m going to tell you the truth, ‘You’re a heck of a team. You compete. You’ve been in five last possession games this year, and won three of those. You’re winners and somewhere there is a rainbow coming.’ I didn’t know it was coming tonight, but thank heaven it did.”
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Let's Get You Ready For The New Mexico Bowl
Bowl season begins today in Albuquerque, New Mexico as Colorado State and Washington State meet in the Gildan New Mexico Bowl.
We will let the bowl itself let you feel the excitement and anticipation for the game. Cue up the band.
Thanks Gildan New Mexico Bowl
Love the rendition of Feliz Navidad because the natives will tell you there is nothing like Albuquerque during the Holidays.
By the way it's been 10 years since Washington State has been to a bowl game so to Cougar fans the New Mexico Bowl is a big deal. A few of those loyal Coug fans made the trip.
Thanks KXLY-TV Spokane, WA
Of course it all about the bowl gifts and the New Mexico Bowl has some nice ones.
We will let the bowl itself let you feel the excitement and anticipation for the game. Cue up the band.
Thanks Gildan New Mexico Bowl
Love the rendition of Feliz Navidad because the natives will tell you there is nothing like Albuquerque during the Holidays.
By the way it's been 10 years since Washington State has been to a bowl game so to Cougar fans the New Mexico Bowl is a big deal. A few of those loyal Coug fans made the trip.
Thanks KXLY-TV Spokane, WA
Of course it all about the bowl gifts and the New Mexico Bowl has some nice ones.
- Gift suite (Includes 23 inch Toshiba 1080P LED TV, Blu-Ray player, Fossil watches, Skullcandy headphones, iPhone cases, Bluetooth sound system
- Portable mobile device charger
- 8 GB USB drive
- Oakley Breadbox sunglasses
- A hat
- Oakley Fine Knit beanie
- Oakley Flak Pack XL backpack
- Gildan stadium blanket
For those who care about the football game, it's hard to believe that Colorado State and Washington State have never met.
Just a guess but I bet many points will be scored in this one.
Sunday, November 24, 2013
Navy's Keenan Reynolds Sets NCAA Record In Triple OT Win Over San Jose State
To say Navy quarterback Keenan Reynolds has a nose for the end zone would be stating of obvious.
At least on a Saturday night in San Jose, California.
Reynolds rushed for 240 yards and an NCAA record seven rushing touchdowns including all of the Midshipmen's three overtime touchdowns as Navy defeated San Jose State 58-52 in triple overtime.
“I just come out to play." Reynolds said. "Coach calls the play and I try to execute. Hats off to the O-Line, they played well."
Reynolds has been coached up by the Naval Academy's media relations department. Always thank you offensive line.
“We talked with our defense and we had a good plan but with a triple option, you have to stop three
people." San Jose State head coach Ron Caragher said. "Reynolds just evaded our grasp and got away from us.”
For the season Reynolds has 26 rushing touchdowns, one shy of the NCAA record for a single season.
I can't wait to watch this kid in a few weeks against Army.
At least on a Saturday night in San Jose, California.
Reynolds rushed for 240 yards and an NCAA record seven rushing touchdowns including all of the Midshipmen's three overtime touchdowns as Navy defeated San Jose State 58-52 in triple overtime.
“I just come out to play." Reynolds said. "Coach calls the play and I try to execute. Hats off to the O-Line, they played well."
Reynolds has been coached up by the Naval Academy's media relations department. Always thank you offensive line.
“We talked with our defense and we had a good plan but with a triple option, you have to stop three
people." San Jose State head coach Ron Caragher said. "Reynolds just evaded our grasp and got away from us.”
For the season Reynolds has 26 rushing touchdowns, one shy of the NCAA record for a single season.
I can't wait to watch this kid in a few weeks against Army.
Derek Carr Has A Senior Day To Remember
Fresno State quarterback Derek Carr won't forget his senior day and neither will the fans who attended the game at Bulldog Stadium.
Carr complete 27 of 37 passes for 527 yards and seven touchdowns which broke the school record for touchdown passes in a single game and tied the Mountain West Conference record.
Three of Carr's seven touchdown passes were of 50 or more yards,
Oh by the way Fresno State crushed New Mexico 69-28 to give the Bulldogs there first 10 win season since 2001.
(Thanks KMPH-TV)
KMPH FOX 26 | Central San Joaquin Valley News Source
"I couldn't have scripted it better," Carr said "It was really fun. The best feeling is when you prepare so hard and you go out and execute at that kind of level. That's the most fulfilling thing football-wise."
"He's as good as there is in the country and that is why I think it is very well deserved that he should be in the Heisman discussion," Fresno State head coach Tim DeRuyter said. "He has led us to a 10-0 record, which is the most important thing for a quarterback."
Carr just might lead Fresno State to a BCS bowl game.
Fresno State, who is 15th in the BCS rankings will need to defeat San Jose State next week and then win the Mountain West Championship Game to get it done.
Then hope so stay ahead of Northern Illinois and Central Florida in the BCS standings. Should the Bulldogs stay ahead of the Huskies and the Knights and remain in the top 16 they will get a bid.
Here's a Fresno State senior day feature worth watching (Thanks KFSN-TV)
Carr complete 27 of 37 passes for 527 yards and seven touchdowns which broke the school record for touchdown passes in a single game and tied the Mountain West Conference record.
Three of Carr's seven touchdown passes were of 50 or more yards,
Oh by the way Fresno State crushed New Mexico 69-28 to give the Bulldogs there first 10 win season since 2001.
(Thanks KMPH-TV)
KMPH FOX 26 | Central San Joaquin Valley News Source
"I couldn't have scripted it better," Carr said "It was really fun. The best feeling is when you prepare so hard and you go out and execute at that kind of level. That's the most fulfilling thing football-wise."
"He's as good as there is in the country and that is why I think it is very well deserved that he should be in the Heisman discussion," Fresno State head coach Tim DeRuyter said. "He has led us to a 10-0 record, which is the most important thing for a quarterback."
Carr just might lead Fresno State to a BCS bowl game.
Fresno State, who is 15th in the BCS rankings will need to defeat San Jose State next week and then win the Mountain West Championship Game to get it done.
Then hope so stay ahead of Northern Illinois and Central Florida in the BCS standings. Should the Bulldogs stay ahead of the Huskies and the Knights and remain in the top 16 they will get a bid.
Here's a Fresno State senior day feature worth watching (Thanks KFSN-TV)
Saturday, November 23, 2013
BUZZER BEATER: Deonte Burton's 3-Point Shot Wins It For Nevada
The Nevada Wolf Pack hosted Chattanooga Friday night in Reno and it was the Deonte Burton show for the Wolf Pack.
Burton led all Nevada scorers with 28 points including the game winner at the buzzer for an 83-81 Wolf Pack win.
(Thanks KRNV-TV)
“No, I didn’t call glass, but we always say the bank is open,”Burton said. “Cole Huff set a great screen for me, it was a great pass and it was all feel from there.”
Burton led all Nevada scorers with 28 points including the game winner at the buzzer for an 83-81 Wolf Pack win.
(Thanks KRNV-TV)
“No, I didn’t call glass, but we always say the bank is open,”Burton said. “Cole Huff set a great screen for me, it was a great pass and it was all feel from there.”
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Colorado State's Kapri Bibbs Could Not Be Stopped By Nevada.
The Nevada defense could not handle Colorado State running back Kapri Bibbs.
Bibbs rushed for a school record 312 yards on 30 carries and scored four touchdowns.
Here's the highlights from Colorado State Athletics.
“I love his (Bibbs') attitude,” Colorado State head coach Jim McElwain said. “I love the way he competes and how much he cares. I’ve seen how much he has grown up here.”
By the way Colorado State won the game 38-17. The Rams are now 5-5 overall, 3-2 in the Mountain West.
Bibbs rushed for a school record 312 yards on 30 carries and scored four touchdowns.
Here's the highlights from Colorado State Athletics.
“I love his (Bibbs') attitude,” Colorado State head coach Jim McElwain said. “I love the way he competes and how much he cares. I’ve seen how much he has grown up here.”
By the way Colorado State won the game 38-17. The Rams are now 5-5 overall, 3-2 in the Mountain West.
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Derek Carr Leads Fresno State Rally To Defeat Boise State 41-40
Fresno State quarterback Derek Carr not only wanted a win over Boise State to stop the Bulldogs seven game losing streak to the Broncos, he wanted some redemption for his big brother David.
Twelve years ago the then 8th ranked Bulldogs lost a heart breaker to Boise State 35-31 and ending Fresno State's claim as the first BCS buster.
Down by six late in the fourth quarter Derek Carr rallied Fresno State for the go-ahead touchdown with just over two minutes left to give the Bulldogs a 41-40 win over Boise State.
After the game the Carr brothers shared a very special moment.
Derek Carr was heard screaming into his brother David's ear that win was for him.
"I remember when we lost (back in 2001), he was like, 'What? I've got to fix that,' " David Carr said. "Every story has ups and downs. Every story has struggles, right?
Twelve years ago the then 8th ranked Bulldogs lost a heart breaker to Boise State 35-31 and ending Fresno State's claim as the first BCS buster.
Down by six late in the fourth quarter Derek Carr rallied Fresno State for the go-ahead touchdown with just over two minutes left to give the Bulldogs a 41-40 win over Boise State.
After the game the Carr brothers shared a very special moment.
Derek Carr was heard screaming into his brother David's ear that win was for him.
"I remember when we lost (back in 2001), he was like, 'What? I've got to fix that,' " David Carr said. "Every story has ups and downs. Every story has struggles, right?
"He completed the story."
Derek Carr and his Bulldog teammates ended a long seven years of frustration from the Broncos in front of the first sellout crowd at home since 2008.
"What a great win for our school." Derek Carr said. "What a great win for our fans and for our community. It was phenomenal."
"Our guys never lost faith and found a way to get it done." Fresno State head coach Tim DeRuyter said.
"We made too many errors just across the board. Boise State head coach Chris Peterson said. "We could point the finger in a lot of different directions. When playing a good team we can't make those type of errors."
Fresno State is 3-0 for the first time in nine years. The Bulldogs play Hawaii next week.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
FAT GUY TOUCHDOWN! FAT GUY TOUCHDOWN!
And it came off the hook and lateral for crissakes...
Take you to Fresno for the Bulldogs and Cal Poly... and you have to see it to believe it...
Austin Wentworth gets credit for the 6...
Carry on...
Take you to Fresno for the Bulldogs and Cal Poly... and you have to see it to believe it...
Austin Wentworth gets credit for the 6...
Carry on...
Sunday, September 1, 2013
This Flew Under The Radar Screen, Eastern Illinois Upsets San Diego State
With all the FCS school stunners Saturday over the FBS big boys this one out west kind of flew under the radar screen.
Eastern Illinois defeated San Diego State Saturday night 40-19.
Let's just say head coach Rocky Long was not pleased.
See for yourself.
Here's the highlights from the game (It's all good San Diego State plays that's why it's very short.)
Of course the Panthers are thrilled.
“Obviously I’m really happy for the players." Eastern Illinois head coach Dino Babers said. "We just found a way to hang in there. The ball kind of bounced our way.”
EIU out gained SDSU 533 total yards to 440.
What kill San Diego State was turnovers, the Aztecs committed five of them.
Eastern Illinois defeated San Diego State Saturday night 40-19.
Let's just say head coach Rocky Long was not pleased.
See for yourself.
Here's the highlights from the game (It's all good San Diego State plays that's why it's very short.)
Of course the Panthers are thrilled.
“Obviously I’m really happy for the players." Eastern Illinois head coach Dino Babers said. "We just found a way to hang in there. The ball kind of bounced our way.”
EIU out gained SDSU 533 total yards to 440.
What kill San Diego State was turnovers, the Aztecs committed five of them.
Friday, August 30, 2013
Utah Comes From Behind To Defeat Rival Utah State
In the third quarter Utah was down 23-14 to Utah State and it looked as if the Aggies would win their second in a row over the Utes.
That didn't happen. Utah quarterback Travis Wilson led the Utes to four scoring drives in the second half in their 30-26 win over the Aggies.
“The team responded well tonight" Utah quarterback Travis Wilson said. We never doubted ourselves and kept our confidence up. We were able to make some big plays downfield that set us up well for our touchdowns.”
Wilson threw for 302 yards against Utah State, only the second time in his career.
Our guys showed resiliency, especially after getting down 23-14, we didn’t fold and kept fighting." Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham said. "In the end it was just enough to get the win.”
That didn't happen. Utah quarterback Travis Wilson led the Utes to four scoring drives in the second half in their 30-26 win over the Aggies.
“The team responded well tonight" Utah quarterback Travis Wilson said. We never doubted ourselves and kept our confidence up. We were able to make some big plays downfield that set us up well for our touchdowns.”
Wilson threw for 302 yards against Utah State, only the second time in his career.
Our guys showed resiliency, especially after getting down 23-14, we didn’t fold and kept fighting." Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham said. "In the end it was just enough to get the win.”
Fresno State Wins A Wild Season Opener, Happy Ending For Derek Carr
Pardon Fresno State quarterback Derek Carr if throwing a touchdown pass in overtime to Greg Watson to defeat Rutgers 52-51 wasn't the biggest thrill.
Carr newborn son Dallas had spend the last three weeks in an intensive care unit at Children's Hospital Central California after being born with a digestive tract defect.
Football for Derek Carr has been way down the priority scale. The health of his newborn son weighted on Carr's mind.
Carr and his wife Heather's prayers were answered. Surgeons were able to repair Dallas' defect and Tuesday he was able to go home.
Thursday night Carr torched the Rutgers defense going 53-74 for 470 yards and five touchdowns. None more important that his 25 yard touchdown pass to Greg Watson on the first play of overtime that proved to be the game winner.
That led to a wild celebration in the Bulldog locker room.
"I'll tell you right now it reminds me of everything I went through with my son." Carr said. "You have your son and you are at the highest of highs, I can't even explain it. He had his surgery and everything I went through, you know the story. Praise God, that's all I can tell you. I could go on and preach to you, but I know you don't want to hear that. Thank God for what happened today. My son is home now and after that game it was just like that relief. I sat there and balled my eyes out. I guess he has made me a little soft."
"He (Derek Carr) is the real deal." Fresnso State head coach Tim DeRuyter said. "He had ice in veins. This year he can make plays with his feet, unlike last year. I thought our protection, except for maybe one or two plays, was excellent. When he gets that kind of protection, he feels confident to get the ball where it needs to go and we got some frisbee catching dogs that will go get it."
Carr newborn son Dallas had spend the last three weeks in an intensive care unit at Children's Hospital Central California after being born with a digestive tract defect.
Football for Derek Carr has been way down the priority scale. The health of his newborn son weighted on Carr's mind.
Carr and his wife Heather's prayers were answered. Surgeons were able to repair Dallas' defect and Tuesday he was able to go home.
Thursday night Carr torched the Rutgers defense going 53-74 for 470 yards and five touchdowns. None more important that his 25 yard touchdown pass to Greg Watson on the first play of overtime that proved to be the game winner.
That led to a wild celebration in the Bulldog locker room.
"I'll tell you right now it reminds me of everything I went through with my son." Carr said. "You have your son and you are at the highest of highs, I can't even explain it. He had his surgery and everything I went through, you know the story. Praise God, that's all I can tell you. I could go on and preach to you, but I know you don't want to hear that. Thank God for what happened today. My son is home now and after that game it was just like that relief. I sat there and balled my eyes out. I guess he has made me a little soft."
"He (Derek Carr) is the real deal." Fresnso State head coach Tim DeRuyter said. "He had ice in veins. This year he can make plays with his feet, unlike last year. I thought our protection, except for maybe one or two plays, was excellent. When he gets that kind of protection, he feels confident to get the ball where it needs to go and we got some frisbee catching dogs that will go get it."
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
BUZZER BEATER (CBI Style): Wyoming Shoots Down Lehigh
Lehigh may have been the darlings of last year's NCAA Tournament upsetting Duke in the second round. This year the Mountain Hawks were one and done in the CBI.
Nathan Sobey's corner three as time expired was a winner for Wyoming.
Sobey finished with 12 points. The Cowboys were led by Luke Martinez with 25 points, Larry Nance, Jr. added 21 for Wyoming.
The Pokes move on to the quarterfinal round of the CBI to face the winner of the Western Michigan/North Dakota State game.
Nathan Sobey's corner three as time expired was a winner for Wyoming.
"We wanted the other guards to spot up in the corners and Nate (Sobey) was able to knock it down.
It’s nice to have a shot fall like that for us at the end." Wyoming head coach Larry Shyatt said.Sobey finished with 12 points. The Cowboys were led by Luke Martinez with 25 points, Larry Nance, Jr. added 21 for Wyoming.
The Pokes move on to the quarterfinal round of the CBI to face the winner of the Western Michigan/North Dakota State game.
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
And Now, San Diego State Is Leaving The Big East
((HT: Mark Blaudschun))
The Jersey Guy himself is reporting that come July 1, 2013 San Diego State is returning to the Mountain West Conference as a full-time member- without having to pay an exit fee.
See, they worked it into their contract that if Boise got to leave, they could too without opening their wallet...
Good work for them... as the MWC expands back to 12...
As of right now, the Big East is going back to 10 teams (temporarily): Connecticut, Temple, Rutgers, South Florida, Cincinnati, Memphis, Louisville, Central Florida, SMU and Houston.
Louisville and Rutgers stay for 2013 but leave the conference for the ACC and Big Ten in 2014. Tulane and East Carolina replace them. Navy is also scheduled to join the Big East in 2015.
For now...
And the HQ is still confused with basketball season coming up as the conference goes from 18 to 11 when the Catholic 7 exits and takes others from other conferences with them to create their own basketball-only group...
More when we know more...
The Jersey Guy himself is reporting that come July 1, 2013 San Diego State is returning to the Mountain West Conference as a full-time member- without having to pay an exit fee.
See, they worked it into their contract that if Boise got to leave, they could too without opening their wallet...
Good work for them... as the MWC expands back to 12...
As of right now, the Big East is going back to 10 teams (temporarily): Connecticut, Temple, Rutgers, South Florida, Cincinnati, Memphis, Louisville, Central Florida, SMU and Houston.
Louisville and Rutgers stay for 2013 but leave the conference for the ACC and Big Ten in 2014. Tulane and East Carolina replace them. Navy is also scheduled to join the Big East in 2015.
For now...
And the HQ is still confused with basketball season coming up as the conference goes from 18 to 11 when the Catholic 7 exits and takes others from other conferences with them to create their own basketball-only group...
More when we know more...
Monday, December 31, 2012
DEVELOPING: Boise Staying In Mountain West (UPDATED With $$$ Details)
((HT: Brett McMurphy))
And, because of that, San Diego State won't have to pay an exit fee if they decide to leave the Big East Conference and return west themselves...
Until we have more info on this whole thing, here's highlights from Boise State's win over Washington in Las Vegas...
((HT: KTVB-TV))
McMurphy also says that Boise will still have to pay their $10-million exit fee. Maybe, they can go halfsies with the Aztecs... We have more from the Mountain West their own selves... MWC Commish Craig Thompson, in Hawai'i for the Diamond Head Classic, told Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune when asked about SDSU: “It’s not by any particular design that we haven’t talked to San Diego State,” Thompson said. “Maybe it’s a cat and mouse kind of deal. Boise State has been more active in this. It’s not obstinance on anyone’s part. Whenever it’s time, if it’s time, it will happen … I would have no issue talking with San Diego State if something were to develop. “To be honest, we’re just trying to figure all this out. Schools have their reasons for leaving for the Big East. Maybe they’re still valid today, maybe they’re not. But I think some schools – maybe not only Boise State – are re-evaluating that decision.” And, according to Brian Murphy at the Idaho Statesman and his Twitter: Boise State will remain in Mountain West. League will guarantee the rights to Boise State home FB games that are sold as separate package.
And, because of that, San Diego State won't have to pay an exit fee if they decide to leave the Big East Conference and return west themselves...
Until we have more info on this whole thing, here's highlights from Boise State's win over Washington in Las Vegas...
((HT: KTVB-TV))
McMurphy also says that Boise will still have to pay their $10-million exit fee. Maybe, they can go halfsies with the Aztecs... We have more from the Mountain West their own selves... MWC Commish Craig Thompson, in Hawai'i for the Diamond Head Classic, told Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune when asked about SDSU: “It’s not by any particular design that we haven’t talked to San Diego State,” Thompson said. “Maybe it’s a cat and mouse kind of deal. Boise State has been more active in this. It’s not obstinance on anyone’s part. Whenever it’s time, if it’s time, it will happen … I would have no issue talking with San Diego State if something were to develop. “To be honest, we’re just trying to figure all this out. Schools have their reasons for leaving for the Big East. Maybe they’re still valid today, maybe they’re not. But I think some schools – maybe not only Boise State – are re-evaluating that decision.” And, according to Brian Murphy at the Idaho Statesman and his Twitter: Boise State will remain in Mountain West. League will guarantee the rights to Boise State home FB games that are sold as separate package.
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Boise Back To Mountain West...???
That's the conventional wisdom, and for them, it would make the most sense...
The dissolving of the Big East Conference in basketball with the planned exit of the so-called "Catholic 7" is creating some discord with the inbound football-playing schools- and now it looks like Boise State is thinking about jumping back to where they were.
Why...???
Under the new post-season system, the Mountain West has as much stroke as the Big East does. The Big East's TV deal is in a large amount of doubt and discussion since it would take place starting in 2014- the season in which a lot of the schools are looking to leave, relocate, and/or not hang out with the Big East anymore.
Evidence of concern is hyah...thanks, KIVI-TV in Boise...
At the same time, it appears that the Big east is reaching out to UNLV and Fresno State to join if the western additions turn into abstentions. The idea of them joining seems somewhat far-fetched since there doesn't seem to be any kind of added benefit. San Diego State is still in play since they haven't decided to go back to where they were or not at present.
Meanwhile, when was the last time you heard about Boise and Washington squaring off in a defensive battle in Las Vegas...???
((HT: KBOI-TV))
The dissolving of the Big East Conference in basketball with the planned exit of the so-called "Catholic 7" is creating some discord with the inbound football-playing schools- and now it looks like Boise State is thinking about jumping back to where they were.
Why...???
Under the new post-season system, the Mountain West has as much stroke as the Big East does. The Big East's TV deal is in a large amount of doubt and discussion since it would take place starting in 2014- the season in which a lot of the schools are looking to leave, relocate, and/or not hang out with the Big East anymore.
Evidence of concern is hyah...thanks, KIVI-TV in Boise...
At the same time, it appears that the Big east is reaching out to UNLV and Fresno State to join if the western additions turn into abstentions. The idea of them joining seems somewhat far-fetched since there doesn't seem to be any kind of added benefit. San Diego State is still in play since they haven't decided to go back to where they were or not at present.
Meanwhile, when was the last time you heard about Boise and Washington squaring off in a defensive battle in Las Vegas...???
((HT: KBOI-TV))
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