Friday, June 26, 2009

Garrett Gilbert - MAXPREPS 2008-09 MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Known as the king of Texas quaterbacks, Garrett Gilbert finished with two state championships and 29 straight wins!!!

This 6-foot-4, 218 pound Texas Longhorns football star from Austin took the honors at the MaxPreps Tour of Champions Ceremony Presented by the Army National Guard.

According to Austin Statesmen, Garrett ranks second in state history in career TDs (136), attempts (1,368) and completions (895).

Football coach Pat Fitzgerald - Northwestern Wildcats - extends contract through the 2015 season

Jim Phillips, Northwestern athletics director announced the new deal in a release on Tuesday.

A former All-American linebacker at Northwestern, Pat Fitzberald has been the Wildcats' head coach since 2006. He joined the coaching staff in 2001.

Pat's wins speak for themself:

- 19-18 in three seasons as head coach
- Led Northwestern to a nine-win season in 2008

Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony

The Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony is only 77 days away! Mark your calendar for September 11, 2009.

The honorees of the Enshrinement Class of 2009 are ...

Michael Jordan
David Robinson
Jerry Sloan
John Stockton
C. Vivian Stringer

Five great athletics who contributed their time and talents to the game of basketball.

FBS Week 4 of the 2009 season GAMES

Week four of the 2009 season is certain to be full of memorable plays.

Week 4's Can't Miss Games

Thursday, Sept. 24 – Ole Miss at South Carolina

Saturday, Sept. 26 - Iowa at Penn State

Saturday, Sept. 26 – North Carolina at Georgia Tech

Saturday, Sept. 26 – Cal at Oregon

AND keep an eye on these games as well ...

Saturday, Sept. 26 – South Florida at Florida State

Saturday, Sept. 26 – Illinois at Ohio State

Saturday, Sept. 26 – Arizona at Oregon State

2009 Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year - Courtney Kupets

The honor goes to ... Courtney Kupets!

According to NCAA ...

The 33rd annual Honda-Broderick Cup was awarded on Juny 22nd to Georgia gymnastics standout - Courtney Kupets.

Kupets is the second gymnast to receive the Honda-Broderick Cup in the 33-year history of the Collegiate Women Sports Awards Program. The award recognizes not only outstanding athletic achievement but also team contributions, scholastics and community involvement.
The first honoree was Missy Marlowe from Utah in 1992.

Courtney Kupets is a women on a mission -- and from her acheivements thus far, she has a bright future ahead of her.

Friday, June 19, 2009

FBS Season Schedule

The 2009 FBS season starts in September. 15 weeks that kicks off on Thursday night before Labor Day Weekend ..

Thursday, Sept. 3 – Oregon at Boise State

Saturday, Sept. 5 – Virginia Tech vs. Alabama (Atlanta, Ga.)

Saturday, Sept. 5 – BYU vs. Oklahoma (Arlington, Tex.)

Saturday, Sept. 5 – Georgia at Oklahoma State

Monday, Sept. 7 – Miami (Fla.) at Florida State

Other Games To Keep An Eye On

Saturday, Sept. 5 – LSU at Washington

Saturday, Sept. 5 – Maryland at California

Monday, Sept. 7 – Cincinnati at Rutgers

With a schedule like this, you don't want to miss a single game.

NCAA Division I Men's Golf Committee has announced its selection of hosts and sites for 2010 and 2011

The sites have been selected to host the 2010 and 2011 regional competition of the Division I Men’s Golf Championship.

The NCAA Division I Men's Golf Committee have announced the following for 2010:

Capital City Club in Alpharetta, Ga., with the Georgia Institute of Technology serving as host

The Warren Golf Course on the campus of the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind.

Carlton Oaks Golf Course in San Diego, Calif., HOST: San Diego State University.

The Traditions Club in College Station, Texas HOST: Texas A&M University.

Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Wash., HOST: University of Washington.

Yale University Golf Course in New Haven, Conn., HOST: Yale University.

For 2011 regionals...

Omni Tucson National Resort in Tucson, Ariz., HOST: University of Arizona.

The Colorado National Golf Club in Erie, Colo., HOST: University of Colorado, Boulder.

The Golden Ocala Golf Club in Ocala, Fla., HOST: University of Florida.

Wolf Run Golf Club in Zionsville, Ind.,HOST:Indiana University, Bloomington

The Farms Golf Course in Rancho Santé Fe, Calif., HOST: University of San Diego

Pete Dye River Course in Blacksburg, Va., HOST: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Golf enthusiast -- mark your calendars today. The 2010-2011 season is certain to bring history making scores to the game of golf.

John Hopkins extends Dave Pietramala contract for two-years

Dave Pietramala, lacrose coach, signed a two-year contract extension with John Hopkins University today. This extension takes this dynamic duo through the 2015 season.

Per www.ncaa.com ...courtesy of John Hopkins Univeresity:

With nine seasons to his credit at John Hopkins, Dave has become a staple at the University. His achievements speak for themselves:

A 106-30 (.779) record at Homewood.

He led the Blue Jays to the national championship in 2005 and 2007 and runner-up finishes in 2003 and 2008.

Hopkins also advanced to the national semifinals in 2002 and 2004 and has qualified for the NCAA Tournament in each of Pietramala's nine seasons.

He passed legendary coach Henry Ciccarone (105 wins from 1975-83).

Dave Pietramala has many great achievements in store for the John Hopkins Universities lacross fans.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Washington claims the 2009 National Championship

Kimi Pohlman gave Washington the decisive run in a 3-2 victory for its first NCAA softball championship Tuesday night.

Kimi is making a name for herself in the world of softball. She was named to the Women's College World Series All-Tournament Team!

National player of the year Danielle Lawrie (42-8) shut out the top-seeded Gators (63-5) the rest of the way to clinch the title with a two-game sweep. Danielle also won the Honda Award!

Kimi and Danielle are women on the move in softball. Their incredible accomplishments thus far are only the beginning of their career accomplishments.

Football Teams to watch for 2009 season

The BCS Championship run for 09 is in great with three heisman finalist in the pack.

Who are the TOP 10 teams to watch? Per www.ncaa.com ...

Florida – 13-1, BCS Champions, SEC Champions
Georgia Tech – 9-4
LSU – 8-5, Chick-fil-A Bowl Champions
Oklahoma – 13-2, Big 12 Champions
Oklahoma State – 9-4
Ole Miss – 9-4, Cotton Bowl Champions
Oregon – 10-3, Holiday Bowl Champions
Texas – 13-1, Fiesta Bowl Champions
USC – 12-1, Rose Bowl Champions, Pac-10 Champions
Virginia Tech – 10-4, Orange Bowl Champions, ACC Champions

Others To Watch: Alabama,Boise State, Cal, Kansas, Ohio State, Penn State, TCU

Do these match up with your picks?

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Southern Miss wins over Georgia Tech

Russ Chandler Stadium hosted the Southern Miss vs. Georgia Tech NCAA Atlanta Regional baseball tournament. The result - Southern Miss captured the title with a 12-8 win.

The Golden Eagles advance to a super regional for the first time in history. They will face Florida next weekend in a super regional in Gainsville, FL.

The Golden Eagles have determination, after six years of trying, they will have their chance to take the championship.

Good luck Golden Eagles!!!

Monday, June 1, 2009

Texas A&M Angies NCAA Golf Champions

TOLEDO, Ohio - Bronson Burgoon, a senior at Texas A&M and the team's No. 1 player, hit a 125-yard gap wedge from the rough to within three inches of the 18th hole Saturday to win his match and clinch the first NCAA Division I men's golf title for the Aggies!

Inverness Golf Club was the scene of this spectacular shot. And both teammates and the gallery were shocked at the dramatic shot.

Golfweek magazine called it “one of the best shots in college golf history.”