Before I even get started, let me make it clear, I support all the good spellers of the world.
With that disclaimer out of the way...can I just say "Huh?"
I was cruising through the Charlotte Observer this morning, when I ran across Dannye Romine Powell's article "A bee with wide-eyed engagement."
In the article, Powell says "Think Sunday's Carolina-Clemson game was good? Monday's 54th Regional Spelling Bee at ImaginOn was so much better." Needless to say, I was completely floored.
Again, don't get me wrong - I know that children need to learn to spell. And I know that a Spelling Bee can be very exciting - hoping that the child does (or does not) get the correct spelling. Maybe I'm just jealous that I didn't make it as far as I hoped in my own 6th grade spelling bee - I still wake up in cold sweats.
But honestly, a double overtime basketball game with a top ranked NATIONAL basketball team...less exciting than the Spelling Bee? Pssh!
I know I'm a die-hard Clemson fan, but seriously...ANY double-overtime game is exciting. I've been to some Spelling Bees and trust me, I've even seen PARENTS fall asleep!
I'm just as happy as anyone for Molly Crawford, the 7th grader from Jay M. Robinson Middle School who won. She is an EXCELLENT speller and made it through 26 rounds of very tough words, and I would have stumbled through most of them.
But sorry Molly, until you walk up to another speller and say "BAM! I spelled that word right!" - you just can't hang with basketball.
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Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008
Clemson's Collapse: The UNC Debacle
So I guess this is the portion of the program where I eat my words.
I seem to do that a lot when it comes to my Clemson Tigers, but even still - I love them dearly.
Yes, I did make a comment about the Tigers following the UNC/Duke game, but I WAS very careful and didn't say they would win. Granted, that is a technicality...but whatever.
So yes...Clemson had a 15 point lead at one point, and blew it. At least we took the Heels into Double Overtime before they won 103-93.
Not the first time Clemson blew a lead, and surely not the last.
So congrats Tar Heel fans (especially you Brandon Tomlin!) on your 53-straight home wins over Clemson. You may not be number one in the polls, but hey - at least we were able to give you a NCAA record!
I seem to do that a lot when it comes to my Clemson Tigers, but even still - I love them dearly.
Yes, I did make a comment about the Tigers following the UNC/Duke game, but I WAS very careful and didn't say they would win. Granted, that is a technicality...but whatever.
So yes...Clemson had a 15 point lead at one point, and blew it. At least we took the Heels into Double Overtime before they won 103-93.
Not the first time Clemson blew a lead, and surely not the last.
So congrats Tar Heel fans (especially you Brandon Tomlin!) on your 53-straight home wins over Clemson. You may not be number one in the polls, but hey - at least we were able to give you a NCAA record!
Monday, November 26, 2007
Are You Seriously Arguing With Me...Without an Actual Point?
Yes I'll admit it - Clemson and South Carolina fans will always argue and there doesn't always have to be a point. But sometimes its just ridiculous!
Clemson was in Columbia on Saturday for the 99th consecutive meeting of the in-state rivals. (We've actually played 104 games).
Anyways, Clemson was ahead most of the game, but USC pulled ahead in the last few minutes of the game. Clemson kicked a field goal as time ran out, winning 23-21.
That of course leads to "Who SHOULD have won" debates.
Case in point:
I was on my Facebook on Sunday, when I got a message from a girl I went to school with at USC. (Keep in mind, I'm Clemson fan who went to school at University of South Carolina)
Here's how the conversation went:
Her: cutting it pretty close there, huh?
Me: Yup, but a win is a win.
Her: But who wants a "barely" win?
Me: "Barely Winning" is better than "Barely Losing"
Her: No, its not...if you barely win that mean you almost lost. But if you barely lose that means you almost won and winning is great.
Me: Exactly. But almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. So at the end of the day, whoever has the most points wins. Hence the fact that Clemson won. Like you said "winning is great."
Her: Everybody gets lucky once in a while.
Me: Wow. I'm astonished at how well thought out your arguments are. You should be a professional debater.
Her: haha thanks!!! hey it'll be your birthday soon and you'll be soo old.
Ummmmm...what?
Am I the only one who doesn't understand her logic?
Clemson was in Columbia on Saturday for the 99th consecutive meeting of the in-state rivals. (We've actually played 104 games).
Anyways, Clemson was ahead most of the game, but USC pulled ahead in the last few minutes of the game. Clemson kicked a field goal as time ran out, winning 23-21.
That of course leads to "Who SHOULD have won" debates.
Case in point:
I was on my Facebook on Sunday, when I got a message from a girl I went to school with at USC. (Keep in mind, I'm Clemson fan who went to school at University of South Carolina)
Here's how the conversation went:
Her: cutting it pretty close there, huh?
Me: Yup, but a win is a win.
Her: But who wants a "barely" win?
Me: "Barely Winning" is better than "Barely Losing"
Her: No, its not...if you barely win that mean you almost lost. But if you barely lose that means you almost won and winning is great.
Me: Exactly. But almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. So at the end of the day, whoever has the most points wins. Hence the fact that Clemson won. Like you said "winning is great."
Her: Everybody gets lucky once in a while.
Me: Wow. I'm astonished at how well thought out your arguments are. You should be a professional debater.
Her: haha thanks!!! hey it'll be your birthday soon and you'll be soo old.
Ummmmm...what?
Am I the only one who doesn't understand her logic?
Monday, October 29, 2007
Not The Time To Gloat
My first University of Tennessee game was a success. I had a great time with friends I hadn't seen in a while. I loved being around fans as enthusiastic as UT fans, especially when they got into it with South Carolina fans. And the win didn't hurt either.
After the game UT fans were excited and rowdy and USC fans... well you can imagine. And yet as we were soaking in a victory most didn't think we would have and USC was moping because of the loss, no-one would even imagine the tragedy the next morning would bring.
As I was walking out of the game, I couldn't wait to write a big "I told you so" blog. I was really going let all you USC fans who doubted UT have it! But after learning about Sunday's fire that claimed the lives of seven college students, six of which went to USC, football just doesn't seem that important anymore. It is hard to fathom how seven seemingly healthy, young, happy adults could suddenly be gone in the span of a morning. I can't imagine what their parents are going through right now. USC students, family members and friends were probably still talking about the football game Sunday morning. At that point no-one knew about the fire, and the loss of the football game was probably the worst thing on their minds. No-one could imagine the day would get a lot worse.
More than anything, I want to extend my condolences to the family and friends of those who lost a loved one on Sunday. I'm praying for everyone who goes to USC and Clemson, and for everyone who knew someone involved in the fire.
After the game UT fans were excited and rowdy and USC fans... well you can imagine. And yet as we were soaking in a victory most didn't think we would have and USC was moping because of the loss, no-one would even imagine the tragedy the next morning would bring.
As I was walking out of the game, I couldn't wait to write a big "I told you so" blog. I was really going let all you USC fans who doubted UT have it! But after learning about Sunday's fire that claimed the lives of seven college students, six of which went to USC, football just doesn't seem that important anymore. It is hard to fathom how seven seemingly healthy, young, happy adults could suddenly be gone in the span of a morning. I can't imagine what their parents are going through right now. USC students, family members and friends were probably still talking about the football game Sunday morning. At that point no-one knew about the fire, and the loss of the football game was probably the worst thing on their minds. No-one could imagine the day would get a lot worse.
More than anything, I want to extend my condolences to the family and friends of those who lost a loved one on Sunday. I'm praying for everyone who goes to USC and Clemson, and for everyone who knew someone involved in the fire.
A Time of Tragedy
It's the kind of phone call that just hits you in the gut.
A massive house fire and anywhere between 6-13 people from your old college are dead. That's what I got on Sunday, when I was at home preparing to catch a nap before work.
Instantly - you go into panic mode. A lot of my friends still live in and around the campus area of USC. So I grabbed my cell phone and start calling people. That's when I realize, I need more information.
So I go online and start looking at the local papers for Columbia and Myrtle Beach. Thank goodness for online editions!
Even still, I went to places like Facebook and Myspace to see if anyone has posted anything at all... plans for the weekend, vacation plans or "Oh my God, did you see what happened?"
I was too nervous - I couldn't go back to sleep. I had to keep updated on everything that was coming out. Maybe it was the news guy in me, maybe it was the connection.
Its no secret that I don't like South Carolina Football, but the school - I loved. I met some of my best friends in classes, even if I didn't wanna be in class.
Even now, I still don't know. I haven't been gone that long from USC, some of those killed, I could easily know. Guess I'll have to sit - and wait.
I can't imagine being a parent right now, not knowing for sure.
My thoughts and prayers go out to those 7 students... and the family, who are just waiting on a call.
A massive house fire and anywhere between 6-13 people from your old college are dead. That's what I got on Sunday, when I was at home preparing to catch a nap before work.
Instantly - you go into panic mode. A lot of my friends still live in and around the campus area of USC. So I grabbed my cell phone and start calling people. That's when I realize, I need more information.
So I go online and start looking at the local papers for Columbia and Myrtle Beach. Thank goodness for online editions!
Even still, I went to places like Facebook and Myspace to see if anyone has posted anything at all... plans for the weekend, vacation plans or "Oh my God, did you see what happened?"
I was too nervous - I couldn't go back to sleep. I had to keep updated on everything that was coming out. Maybe it was the news guy in me, maybe it was the connection.
Its no secret that I don't like South Carolina Football, but the school - I loved. I met some of my best friends in classes, even if I didn't wanna be in class.
Even now, I still don't know. I haven't been gone that long from USC, some of those killed, I could easily know. Guess I'll have to sit - and wait.
I can't imagine being a parent right now, not knowing for sure.
My thoughts and prayers go out to those 7 students... and the family, who are just waiting on a call.
Sunday, October 28, 2007
College Football Roundup
Okay...yesterday was just awesome.
It was nice to see college football back to its old reliable self - just a few upsets like any other year.
West Virginia at Rutgers - This was a blowout. WestVa showed its power and muscle and trampled all over Rutgers, at home! This is the 3rd time this season that running back Steve Slaton scored three touchdowns in a game.
Final Score: West Va 31 - Rutgers 3
North Carolina at Wake Forest - The Demon Deacons were on top of this one. They managed to score at least six in every quarter... and the Tar Heels were struggling to score at all!
Final score: WF 37 - UNC 10
Michigan State at Iowa - Michigan State started off strong, but Iowa came creeping back, and gave the Spartans quite a scare. In fact, the game had to go into double overtime before a winner was decided. Sadly, for Lenise, the Spartans were not on top.
Final Score: Iowa 34 - Michigan State 27
USC at Oregon - Ranked or not, Southern Cal just couldn't hold onto the ball. Three turnovers, including one on the last drive of the game as they tried to tie up the game and take it to overtime. Oh, how the mighty have fallen.
Final Score: Oregon 24 - USC 17
Florida at Georgia - Georgia's defense was really in this one. Even though Gator QB Tim Tebow was able to run in two TD's - the defense held him to minus 15 yards of rushing!
Final Score: Georgia 42 - Florida 30
Clemson at Maryland - The Clemson defense played well in this game, with a Maryland home game - the Terps can be intimidating. Maryland did make a nice 4th quarter run with 2 TDs. Clemson QB Cullen Harper was on point, with running backs Thunder and Lightning storming up the field! Good thing too, since running back James Davis publicly promised he would carry the Tigers to victory.
Final Score: Clemson 30 - Maryland 17
South Carolina at Tennessee - turnovers, turnovers, turnovers. Spurrier's all encompassing multiple QB plan just didn't work out. Click here for more.
Final Score: UT 27 - South Carolina 24 (OT)
Ohio State at Penn State - Ohio State just proved they are number one for a reason. They when into Penn State, and even a White Out couldn't stop the Buckeyes! Ohio State QB Todd Boeckman was on point, completing 19-of-26 passes for 253 yards and three touchdowns.
Final Score: Ohio State 37 - Penn State 17
Other Shockers You May Have Missed:
- No. 23 Connecticut beat No. 10 South Florida
Final Score: 22-15
- Unranked Mississippi State beat No. 14 Kentucky
Final Score: 31-14
- Unranked North Carolina State beat No. 15 Virginia
Final Score: 29-24
It was nice to see college football back to its old reliable self - just a few upsets like any other year.
West Virginia at Rutgers - This was a blowout. WestVa showed its power and muscle and trampled all over Rutgers, at home! This is the 3rd time this season that running back Steve Slaton scored three touchdowns in a game.
Final Score: West Va 31 - Rutgers 3
North Carolina at Wake Forest - The Demon Deacons were on top of this one. They managed to score at least six in every quarter... and the Tar Heels were struggling to score at all!
Final score: WF 37 - UNC 10
Michigan State at Iowa - Michigan State started off strong, but Iowa came creeping back, and gave the Spartans quite a scare. In fact, the game had to go into double overtime before a winner was decided. Sadly, for Lenise, the Spartans were not on top.
Final Score: Iowa 34 - Michigan State 27
USC at Oregon - Ranked or not, Southern Cal just couldn't hold onto the ball. Three turnovers, including one on the last drive of the game as they tried to tie up the game and take it to overtime. Oh, how the mighty have fallen.
Final Score: Oregon 24 - USC 17
Florida at Georgia - Georgia's defense was really in this one. Even though Gator QB Tim Tebow was able to run in two TD's - the defense held him to minus 15 yards of rushing!
Final Score: Georgia 42 - Florida 30
Clemson at Maryland - The Clemson defense played well in this game, with a Maryland home game - the Terps can be intimidating. Maryland did make a nice 4th quarter run with 2 TDs. Clemson QB Cullen Harper was on point, with running backs Thunder and Lightning storming up the field! Good thing too, since running back James Davis publicly promised he would carry the Tigers to victory.
Final Score: Clemson 30 - Maryland 17
South Carolina at Tennessee - turnovers, turnovers, turnovers. Spurrier's all encompassing multiple QB plan just didn't work out. Click here for more.
Final Score: UT 27 - South Carolina 24 (OT)
Ohio State at Penn State - Ohio State just proved they are number one for a reason. They when into Penn State, and even a White Out couldn't stop the Buckeyes! Ohio State QB Todd Boeckman was on point, completing 19-of-26 passes for 253 yards and three touchdowns.
Final Score: Ohio State 37 - Penn State 17
Other Shockers You May Have Missed:
- No. 23 Connecticut beat No. 10 South Florida
Final Score: 22-15
- Unranked Mississippi State beat No. 14 Kentucky
Final Score: 31-14
- Unranked North Carolina State beat No. 15 Virginia
Final Score: 29-24
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Are You Ready for Some Football?!?!?
I love Saturdays in the fall. Why? College football!
Especially this season, it seems even more unstable than usual, with teams falling into an out of the Top 25 like nobody's business.
Now, "The Other Producer" mentioned in her previous post about the U.S.C. vs UT Game, that I'm a HUGE Clemson fan. It's true, I am - always have been, always will be. But I think a good thing about most Clemson fans, we know when things are going our way, be happy - theres a wall in your future. Yeah, sure, we hit the proverbial wall a little early this year, but its okay...
Now don't worry, I'm not going to do a whole post on Clemson football. That wouldn't be very smart in a Tar heel State, now would it? Go ACC! LOL.
But anyways, here's the games I'll be keeping an eye on throughout the day.
Noon
- West Virginia at Rutgers - both of these teams have been in the Top 25 this season, and both have had some good games, and some not so good ones. Should be a pretty good game.
- North Carolina at Wake Forest - Two ACC, in-state teams hitting the field? Of course I'm watching!
- Michigan State at Iowa - after the scare the Spartans gave Ohio State, this might be a good game.
3:00 PM
- USC at Oregon - these two ranked teams from the West Coast in action, you know its going to be a good game.
3:30 PM
- Florida at Georgia - SEC teams, rivals, and both doing pretty well this year - you'd be a fool to miss this one. Momma didn't raise no fool!
- Clemson at Maryland - I think this one speaks for itself...
7:45 PM
- South Carolina at Tennessee - this one should be fun. I don't agree with "The Other Producer." She thinks Tennessee is going to win, I think she's crazy. I don't like the Gamecocks, I hate Steve Spurrier even more, and I will NEVER pull for them, but I think they got this game. Kinda ironic, all this hatred - and its where I went to college!
8:00 PM
- Ohio State at Penn State - Number 1 vs Number 25. Normally, I would say its in the bag, but we've all seen how the season has gone - could be anybody's game. That's why I'm watching!
What about you??? What games are YOU watching?
Especially this season, it seems even more unstable than usual, with teams falling into an out of the Top 25 like nobody's business.
Now, "The Other Producer" mentioned in her previous post about the U.S.C. vs UT Game, that I'm a HUGE Clemson fan. It's true, I am - always have been, always will be. But I think a good thing about most Clemson fans, we know when things are going our way, be happy - theres a wall in your future. Yeah, sure, we hit the proverbial wall a little early this year, but its okay...
Now don't worry, I'm not going to do a whole post on Clemson football. That wouldn't be very smart in a Tar heel State, now would it? Go ACC! LOL.
But anyways, here's the games I'll be keeping an eye on throughout the day.
Noon
- West Virginia at Rutgers - both of these teams have been in the Top 25 this season, and both have had some good games, and some not so good ones. Should be a pretty good game.
- North Carolina at Wake Forest - Two ACC, in-state teams hitting the field? Of course I'm watching!
- Michigan State at Iowa - after the scare the Spartans gave Ohio State, this might be a good game.
3:00 PM
- USC at Oregon - these two ranked teams from the West Coast in action, you know its going to be a good game.
3:30 PM
- Florida at Georgia - SEC teams, rivals, and both doing pretty well this year - you'd be a fool to miss this one. Momma didn't raise no fool!
- Clemson at Maryland - I think this one speaks for itself...
7:45 PM
- South Carolina at Tennessee - this one should be fun. I don't agree with "The Other Producer." She thinks Tennessee is going to win, I think she's crazy. I don't like the Gamecocks, I hate Steve Spurrier even more, and I will NEVER pull for them, but I think they got this game. Kinda ironic, all this hatred - and its where I went to college!
8:00 PM
- Ohio State at Penn State - Number 1 vs Number 25. Normally, I would say its in the bag, but we've all seen how the season has gone - could be anybody's game. That's why I'm watching!
What about you??? What games are YOU watching?
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