Archive for March, 2008

More On David Toms Pulling Out Of Zurich
March 25, 2008

courtesy: Shreveport Times

Former LSU golfer David Toms has pulled out of this week’s Zurich Classic in New Orleans. The Shreveporter has been plagued by a back injury this season.“Unfortunately I had to withdraw from the Zurich Classic today,” Toms said in a statement through his Shreveport-based foundation. “This tournament means so much to me and [...]

Toms Withdraws From The Zurich Classic
March 25, 2008

Toms withdraws from the Zurich ClassicDavid Toms withdrew on Tuesday from the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.Toms is one of the players that you think of when you hear the Zurich Classic mentioned, however he has been fighting a sore back since the WGC-Accenture Match Play. He has been replaced in the field by Martin [...]

New Info On Shockey Deal
March 25, 2008

GIANTS WILLING TO MOVE SHOCKEYcourtesy: http://www.profootballtalk.com/

Posted by Mike Florio on March 24, 2008, 10:20 p.m.In response to our blurb regarding a report in the Newark Star-Ledger that the New Orleans Saints offered a second-round pick and safety Roman Harper for Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey, a source with knowledge of the discussions tells us that [...]

Fletch’s Bracketology
March 20, 2008

If you’re filling out a last minute bracket here’s my Final Four.

And for the record….I’m one of those people that chooses crazy upsets….because what fun is it to pick all #1’s?

East: #1 North Carolina

Why: I don’t love the Tar Heels as much as I have no confidence in any other team in the [...]

Dear Rev. Kevin WM. Wildes, S.J.
March 19, 2008

Dear Rev. Kevin WM. Wildes, S.J.As a former Loyola University baseball team captain (‘97) I think I speak on behalf of all current and former student athletes and coaches when I say, please form an exploratory committee to research the possibility of moving the athletics program into the NCAA.I could go on and on about [...]

Brady To Arkansas State
March 18, 2008

courtesy: espn.comArkansas State is expected to hire former LSU coach John Brady as its men’s basketball coach on Wednesday, multiple sources told ESPN.com.Arkansas State called a news conference for noon ET to announce the hiring.According to multiple sources, Brady has agreed to the deal in principle and is expected to be in Jonesboro for the [...]

My Bracket Sleeper Picks!
March 17, 2008

Yeah yeah yeah….everyone is an expert when it comes to filling out the NCAA tournament bracket.

But if you’re reading this and are interested in a few sleeper teams that might make some noise….keep reading, and maybe fill your bracket out with these teams winning at least 1 game in the big dance.

St. [...]

And The Next LSU Basketball Coach Is…..
March 14, 2008

Now that LSU’s basketball season is mercifully over…..the search for a new head coach is on.

Interim Head Coach Butch Pierre will get consideration but I doubt he’s the guy.

Sources tell us the 3 men listed below are the top candiates.
Anthony GrantVirginia Commonwealth UniversityWHY: Grant was hired last year by The University of Florida to [...]

Saints Sign Brunell
March 14, 2008

The New Orleans Saints have added a quarterback.According to Jason LaCanfora of the Washington Post, veteran Mark Brunell has agreed to terms with the Saints.Brunell reportedly drew interest from the Falcons and the Packers. He actually started his career in Green Bay, spending two years there before landing in Jacksonville. After nine seasons with the [...]

Thank You Steve Gleason
March 12, 2008

Saints special teams stand out Steve Gleason has retired.
Gleason told me tonight he wants to leave the NFL with his health intact.

The former Washington State University linebacker missed all of 2007 with a knee injury.

Gleason will marry Michelle Varisco in May and then spend several months traveling the world (which seems just about right for [...]